Upcoming events.
Autism in the Workplace
A virtual webinar for self-advocates and their supports.
Learn how to begin your work journey, identify available resources, gain and maintain employment, and develop necessary supports and advocacy skills along the way! This webinar will provide the tools you may need to overcome barriers for a successful employment experience.
2026 MRA Annual Conference
MRA is pleased to host another great opportunity to gather and learn as a community at our annual state training conference. This year’s theme is: We Are All In This Together. We are striving to create formal and informal opportunities for people to meet, share ideas, build on already strong programs, and provide an atmosphere of inclusion and innovation.
Join us May 28-30, 2025 at The Resort At Lake Of The Ozarks for the annual MRA Conference. This annual training opportunity gives you access to an exciting keynote speaker, relevant break-out sessions, networking opportunities with other professionals in the rehabilitation field, evening entertainment, great food, and a beautiful meeting facility.
B.A.T. Luncheon (free)
Thursday, February 26, 2026
12:30 PM 2:30 PM
State Office Building 8800 East 63rd Street Raytown, MO, 64133 United States
MRA Eastern Chapter Networking
Agencies in Attendance
Missouri Rehabilitation Association, Eastern Chapter
RISE Services
JewelRide
Delta Center
BCI
Maryville University’s Kids Rock Cancer & Music Therapy Program
University of Missouri’s Pre-Employment Transition Services
UMKC-Institute for Human Development
St. Louis Arc
MERS Goodwill
UCP
Vocational Rehabilitation
MRA Kansas City Holiday Party!
Join us for fun and games at MRA-KC Christmas Party at Chick n Pickles,
1761 Burlington, NKCMO
Thurs, December 18th @ 3 pm!
White Elephant gift exchange optional
2025 Annual MRA Conference
Save the date for the 2025 Annual MRA conference. We excited to announce the conference will be at Resort at Lake of the Ozarks! Stay posted for conference updates!
The New Era of Vocational Services: Adapting to Change and Innovation
Missouri Rehabilitation Association Eastern Chapter is proud to host a half-day workshop on November 14 from 9am-1pm. Engage with professionals and attend four breakout sessions.
Southwest MRA Trivia Night
10/18/24, dinner at 5pm, trivia at 6pm. $20 per person, $140/ table of 8, RSVP at MRASWCHAPTER@GMAIL.COM
Missouri Youth Leadership Forum
The Youth Leadership Forum is designed for young adults with disabilities to learn from successful leaders and role models. Participants gain knowledge about their own and others' disabilities, develop self-determination skills, and learn about leadership styles, disability laws, and the legislative process. The forum equips students with the tools to achieve their post-secondary goals in education, employment, and independent living; All while having fun and making lifelong friends!
TO LEARN MORE AND APPLY, VISIT HTTPS://TINYURL.COM/2024YLF
APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 31, 2024
MRA Annual Awards Ceremony
Missouri Rehabilitation Association recognizes outstanding contributions to the profession at the annual MRA Conference 2023 scheduled for June 12-14, 2024, at Margaritaville Lake Resort in Osage Beach, MO. Please consider submitting a nomination.
MRA Annual Conference
Join us June 12-14 2024 at Tan-Tara-a/Margaritaville Lake Resort for the annual MRA Conference. This annual training opportunity gives you access to an exciting keynote speaker, relevant break-out sessions, networking opportunities with other professionals in the rehabilitation field, evening entertainment, great food, and a beautiful meeting facility. Registration today!
MRA KC Annual Awards Banquet and May Meeting
MRA KC Annual Awards Banquet and May Meeting
Friday, May 10
Sinclair's Restaurant
1402 NW Hwy 7, Blue Springs, MO 64014
$20/person
RSVP by May 1 to eakrightd@cslcares.org
MRA Eastern Chapter’s Awards Ceremony & Banquet
Enjoy an evening celebrating the St. Louis rehabilitation community with Missouri Rehabilitation Association Eastern Chapter’s annual Awards Ceremony and Awards Banquet. All are welcome to attend.
MRA KC April Chapter Meeting
MRA KC April Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, April 24, 3 pm - 4:30 pm
Virtual
Join Zoom Meeting
https://burrellcenter.zoom.us/j/92496664639
MRA KC March Chapter Meeting
MRA KC March Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, March 27, 3 pm - 4:30 pm
Location TBA
MRA KC Bowl-a-Thon
Saturday, March 23, 12:30 pm -2:30 pm
Summit Lanes - 803 SW Oldham Pkwy. Lee's Summit, MO
More information to come!
SW MRA's Annual Spring Shenanigans Trivia Night
SW MRA's Annual Spring Shenanigans Trivia Night
3/15/2024, 6-9pm
Relics Event Center: 2015 W Battlefield Rd STE E, Springfield, MO 65807.
RSVP at MRASWCHAPTER@gmail.com
MRA KC February Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, February 28, 3 pm - 4:30 pm
Virtual
Join Zoom Meeting
https://burrellcenter.zoom.us/j/97692362127
MRA KC January Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, January 24, 3 pm - 4:30 pm
KC East/Raytown VR Office - 8800 E 63rd St.
MRA KC Bowl-a-Thon Kickoff Luncheon
Come learn about our upcoming Bowl-a-Thon fundraiser, how you can be a part of this incredible event, and join us for a free lunch!
4100 Raytown Rd.
Empower: Abilities
The South West Chapter is hosting its annual awards banquet.
1450 W Cambridge St, Springfield, MO 65807.
MRA KC Holiday Party - December 20, 3-5 pm
Ho, ho, ho, MRA KC Members! It's time for our annual holiday party! This year's party will be a happy hour of sorts. The Chapter will provide appetizers. Attendees must purchase their own beverages. The party will be at the Amerisports Brew Pub inside Ameristar Casino. 3200 N Ameristar Dr. There is tons of outdoor parking, as well as a free parking garage. Parking, the facility, and the pub are accessible. Anyone who desires to may participate in a fun, optional, gift exchange. Bring a wrapped gift (suitable for all genders) with a value of $10 or less. Note: We will have a SHORT business meeting. There will be no meeting on December 27
AI Customized Employment Presentation!
Link to register
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=CRXJXXlxsEadWegqa3iMANFNZcT8ZRdLhI0GS7ervCNUMzZXSjNXQ1NRWDFYRE81N1BDWDJNSzRJQi4u
Spooktacular Coffee Connections
Join us for an hour of ghoulish:
• Networking
• Muffins, Coffee & Juice
• Meeting other rehabilitation partners
• Learning more about MRA activities and benefits
Monday October 30th, 2023 8:30 am – 9:30 am
MRA KC Chapter October Meeting
MRA KC Chapter October Meeting - Wednesday, October 25, 3:00 - 4:30 pm, Virtual, Contact Dan Mayes dmayes@pfh.org to request the link.