Exceptional Humans

02/26/2026

02/26/2026

Individuals with disabilities with their supports made their way from all over Missouri to the State Capitol for Disability Rights Legislative Day.

The day allowed us to show our unity and committment to advocate against the potential cuts to Day Service programs statewide proposed for FY2027.

We're grateful to have been part of such a momentous occasion.

02/25/2026

We are on our way to represent!

Today is Disability Rights Legislative Day and thousands of providers, guardians, advocates, and individuals are rallying together to be heard. We need your voice to help us stop cuts to services for people with developmental disabilities! Please take a minute to send a message to your State Rep, asking them to say NO to cuts. Copy and paste the link in the comments to connect to the Voter Voice.

02/25/2026

We are missing our walks and sunshine at Parkville Landing. What are your favorite activities to do in the winter? Comment below!

02/23/2026

Preparing for our trip to Jefferson City this Wednesday!

See you at the Capitol for Disability Rights Legislative Day - Cheers to 25 Years!
Disability Rights Legislative Day (DRLD)

02/23/2026

Exceptional Humans is dedicated to supporting people with diverse abilities to live a quality life based on personal preferences and strengths.

02/23/2026

Please share! There will be a hearing, like a public meeting, where our community can express the need for a Communication Access Service program. Have you ever been in a situation where a business would not provide an interpreter or you had to wait for a long time to get appropriate services? The CAS program can help cover those types of situations for both state and local agencies and businesses.

Hearing: February 25, 2026 at 8:30 at the State Capitol in Senate Committee Room 1

FLYER CONTENTS:

FLYER IS A MIXTURE OF BLUES AND YELLOWS ON A WHITE BACKGROUND, THERE ARE 5 SUB SECTIONS ON THE PAGE
SB1637 and HB3288
2026 Missouri Legislature

COMMUNICATION ACCESS FOR DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING MISSOURIANS

MAKING ADA COMPLIANCE EASIER FOR AGENCIES AND BUSINESSES--AND ACCESS REAL FOR DEAF MISSOURIANS

WHAT sb1637 & hb3288 DO:

CREATES STATEWIDE COMMUNICATION ACCESS SERVICE
LED BY MCDHH
SUPPORTS ADA COMPLIANCE
EXPANDS INTERPRETER, CAPTIONING, AND SERVICES

COMMUNICATION ACCESS IS A CIVIL RIGHT

THE PROGRAM WILL:
MAINTAIN A STATEWIDE REGISTRY OF QUALIFIED SERVICE PROVIDERS
ASSIST AGENCES AND BUSINESSES IN MEETING ADA REQUIREMENTS
FILL SERVICE GAPS BY COORDINATING RESOURCES STATEWIDE
REDUCE COMMUNICATION BARRIERS ACROSS MISSOURI
INCREASE ACCESS TO ENSURE EQUAL PARTICIPATION-NOT SPECIAL TREATMENT

ACCESSIBILITY BENEFITS EVERYONE

BILL STATUS: SB1637 SPONSORED BY SEN. PATTY LEWIS, REFERRED TO THE FAMILIES, SENIORS, AND HEALTH COMMITTEE; HB 3288 SPONSORED BY REP. DONNA BARNES, SECOND READING

PROGRAM GOALS:
SET TRAINING AND SERVICES STANDARDS
OFFER OUTREACH AND EDUCATION
PROVIDE FINIANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR ACCESS SERVICES (WHEN FUNDED)
SUPPORT INTERPRETER TRAINING, INTERNSHIPS, AND CERTIFICATIONS

TAKE ACTION:
SUPPORT SB1637, HB3288
CONTACT YOUR LEGISLATOR TODAY
SHARE THIS FLYER
SHOW UP AND ADVOCATE

LINK TO LEGISLATOR LOOK UP: https://www.senate.mo.gov/legislookup/default

02/20/2026

Fantastic Friday!

May you enjoy a peaceful weekend!

02/20/2026

Who doesn’t love to read? Enjoyed some leisure time at Barnes and Noble!

02/18/2026

Community inclusion happens when people are supported to show up as themselves. Exceptional Humans fosters authentic relationships, meaningful participation, and opportunities that move beyond isolation toward true belonging.

02/16/2026

Presidents Day is an opportunity to reflect on leadership, civic responsibility, and the ongoing work of building a more inclusive democracy.