What are MoF2F Good Life Groups?

The Missouri Family to Family Good Life Groups are spaces for families to connect over topics that are important to them. Each week, we will feature a different topic as well as a parent "expert" who has experience with the selected topic. Bring your thoughts and questions for a lively discussion, shared tips and tricks, as well as concerns or struggles you might face. We won't have all the answers, but together we will work on problem-solving and coping as we all strive for a Good Life!

Below is a schedule of topics for our Good Life Groups. From time to time, current events may cause us to change a topic but this is what we have planned. We will have two groups available that day, one at 12:00 pm and one at 7:00 pm. You are free to attend one or both!

We are all "experts" in different areas so if you see an area where you shine, click on the "Sign Up to Contribute" button and let us know you are interested in contributing to a discussion. It can be as simple as words of wisdom or a shared experience all the way up to a prepared presentation. Share your knowledge and expertise and be MoF2F Star!!

Good Life Group Schedule

September Focus: Healthy Living

Healthy living is a key element of the Good Life. This month our Good Life Groups will focus on aspect of Healthy Living for all members of the family. We'll cover identifying healthcare support needs, transitioning from pediatric care to the adult care system as well as the ever important topic of healthcare financing. Join us this month as we incorporate Healthy Living into planning for and living The Good Life!

September 15, 2020
Respite

Being a caregiver can be one of the most rewarding and most challenging times we face. In order to continue to care for family members who require additional support, we must remember to care for ourselves as well. In this Good Life Group, we will be discussing ways to incorporate short breaks into our lives as well as resources that can give us that much needed break.

September 22, 2020
Transitioning from the Pediatric to the Adult Care System

Transitioning from the pediatric care system to the adult care system can be frightening and cause a lot of anxiety for families. In this Good Life Group, we will focus on how to prepare for that transition, as well as resources to help it go as smoothly as possible.

September 29, 2020
Insurance

Insurance can be very confusing. Join us for this Good Life Group as our own benefits specialist, Georgia Mueller shares information and answers your tough questions about how to make the most of Medicaid and/or insurance. Bring your questions!

October Focus: Employment

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month so our Good Life Groups will be all about employment. Join us as we discuss Vocational Rehabilitation, community assets for employment, eligibility supports and benefits for employment and how to incorporate Charting the LifeCourse tools into all of it.

October 6, 2020
Employment Portfolio

Employment can be a difficult topic to discuss. Services are often scarce, community participation is lacking. Figuring out what the best fit for a job seems next to impossible sometimes. Join us as we talk about using the Charting the LifeCourse Employment Portfolio to identify a vision for good employment, talk about steps to take, as well as look at integrated supports that can lead to successful employment and a good life!

October 13, 2020
Technology for Employment

People with disabilities often require additional services and supports to have a successful employment experience. New technology is always being developed as well as innovative ways to utilize older technology. Join us as we talk about ways to integrate technology into the employment experience to increase our chances of successful employment.