Johnson County Board of Services

11/11/2025

Our office will be closed on Tuesday, November 11th in observance of Veterans Day. We would like to honor and thank all who have served our country. Your courage and dedication inspire us every day. ❤️💙

We will reopen on Wednesday, November 12th.d

11/11/2025

🎄✨ The Festival of Trees is almost here! ✨🎄

Join us for one of Warrensburg’s favorite holiday traditions — the Festival of Trees! Enjoy an evening surrounded by beautifully decorated trees, wreaths, and stockings (all available through raffle!), plus cookies, cocoa, and plenty of holiday cheer.

🎅 Best of all, it’s a FREE opportunity to see Santa! Bring the family, snap a photo, and make some magical memories.

You’ll also enjoy a dessert auction (with special thanks to our auctioneer, David Pearce), kids’ crafts hosted by local Girl Scouts, and a special performance by Adam Sommer from 6:30–7:00 PM.

📅 Thursday, November 13
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Abilities LLC – 209 E Market Street, Warrensburg

All proceeds stay in Johnson County to support individuals with developmental disabilities. 💚

👉 See more event details here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Bqz7sYKy2/

11/09/2025

🎉 Happy 5-Year Anniversary, Erica! 🎉

Today we’re celebrating five incredible years with Erica! From her quick wit to her brilliant attention to detail, Erica keeps us laughing while making sure nothing slips through the cracks. She’s incredibly intelligent, funny, and always the first to spot what others might miss — and we wouldn’t have it any other way.

Thank you, Erica, for five years of dedication, laughter, and all the little details that make a big difference! 💜

11/08/2025

UCM is offering tutoring to all WHS students on Tues/Wed/Thurs from 3-5pm by appointment! Contact Faith Ford at [email protected] for more info!

11/07/2025

Josie is 100 percent that girl. 🤣💙

29 likes, 4 comments. “Our receptionist Kelsi had some help at the desk.”

11/06/2025

If you’ve noticed new sidewalk construction around Warrensburg lately, you’re seeing progress in action!

The City of Warrensburg is working hard to repair damaged sidewalks and upgrade areas that don’t meet ADA accessibility standards. This long-term project will continue over the next 10 years, helping make our city safer and more welcoming for everyone.

A big thank you to Project Manager Jason McCarty from the City of Warrensburg Government for taking the time to share updates on this important community project!

You can help make a difference! Report any damaged or inaccessible sidewalks using the city’s online form -
https://seeclickfix.com/warrensburg_2

11/05/2025

🎄☕ Join Us for Morning BREW- RE/MAX, Michelle Reeves !

Don’t forget to stop by RE/MAX Michelle Reeves (407A E. Russell Ave.) this Friday at 9:00 AM for our November Morning BREW! Come ready to connect, share ideas, and kick off your Friday with great company.

We’re also collecting swag items to include in a gift basket for the Johnson County Board of Services Festival of Trees. 🎁
Optional: Bring a Christmas ornament to place on one of their beautifully decorated trees! 🎅

The Festival of Trees is a heartwarming community event supporting the Johnson County Board of Services Foundation, which helps enhance the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities. Admission is donation only and features:
✨ Raffles for trees, wreaths, and stockings
📸 Pictures with Santa (cell phone only)
🍪 Cookies & Hot Chocolate
🎟 Raffle Tickets: 1 for $5 | 3 for $10 | 10 for $20

11/05/2025

The magic of the season is almost here! 🎄

Join us for the Festival of Trees on Thursday, November 13th at Abilities LLC (209 E Market St.) for crafts, Santa photos, a delicious dessert auction, raffled trees, wreaths, and stockings, and a live performance by Adam Sommer - Live Music (6:30–7:00 PM)! 💚

👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/19m9BqrCMj/

11/04/2025

The Governor’s Council on Disability is excited to announce that applications are officially open for the 2026 Missouri Youth Leadership Forum (MO-YLF)!

This program is for high school students with disabilities (ages 16-21). This program is hosted at the University of Missouri in Columbia.

Application link: https://moexperience.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4Nmo4qKV7jzogku

11/04/2025

🌈🐮 JCBS is excited to welcome Autism Awesome Stronger Together (AAST) INC! 🐮🌈

Families of children with developmental disabilities are invited to come together for an afternoon of connection, resources, and fun! 💙

🗓 Sunday, November 23
🕛 12–2 p.m.
📍 Johnson County Board of Services
200 N Devasher Rd, Warrensburg, MO

Join AAST to:
✨ Meet their Board Members
✨ Learn about their mission and goals
✨ Help decide future meeting topics and times
✨ Build community, share resources, and offer support to one another

Plus, enjoy kid-friendly activities with Udderly Cute Mini Moo Farms and snacks provided! 🐄💫

Click here to RSVP! https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/meet-and-greet-with-qanda

11/03/2025

November is Family Caregiver Month 💙

This month, we’re shining a light on the incredible caregivers in our community and the small, meaningful ways they make time to care for themselves, too.

Because when caregivers thrive, those they support do too.

In this video, we sit down with parents who have children with developmental disabilities to discuss their self-care routines and strategies. Being a caregiv...

11/03/2025

November is Epilepsy Awareness Month 💜

More than 50 million people worldwide live with epilepsy — making it one of the most common neurological conditions. 1 in 26 people will develop epilepsy in their lifetime, but awareness and understanding can make all the difference.

Today, technology is helping individuals and families monitor seizures more effectively, providing tools like smartwatches, seizure alert devices, and tracking apps that promote safety and independence.