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About MODDRC
The Missouri Developmental Disability Resource Center (MODDRC) is a program of the University of Missouri, Kansas City's Institute for Human Development, UCEDD. MODDRC is a partnership between the UMKC-Institute for Human Development, UCEDD; the Missouri Planning Council for Developmental Disabilities; and the Missouri Department of Mental Health, MRDD Division.
MODDRC offers a network of support options so that individuals and families are well informed, hopeful, connected within their communities and know they are not alone in their experience with disability.
UMKC-Institute for Human Development, UCEDD
The Instititute for Human Development (IHD) houses one of the 60 University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) across the country which supports people with developmental disabilities by building programs and activities designed to promote self-determination and independence, productivity and employment, and integration in all facets of community life.
Missouri Planning Council for Developmental Disabilities
The Missouri Planning Council is a federally funded consumer driven council appointed by the Governor. It's mandate is to plan, advocate for and give advice concerning the programs and services for persons with developmental disabilities that will increase their opportunities for independence, productivity, and integration into communities.
Department of Mental Health, Division of MRDD
The division improves the lives of persons with developmental disabilities through programs and supports to enable those persons to live independently and productively. The division operates 17 facilities that provide or purchase specializized services.
