Missouri Empowerment Project

07/21/2025

When co-parents let go of ego and lean into teamwork, kids thrive. Share a recent accomplishment of one of your children.

07/15/2025

We’re re-sharing our 3rd Quarter Class Schedule for July–September! There’s still time to register for upcoming classes like:
✅ Co-Parenting
✅ DFS: A Parent’s Guide
✅ Parent Education
✅ Anger Management

Spots are filling fast—don’t wait!

07/14/2025

Shift the lens: Teach with love, guide with patience. Your child is always learning from you. Share your favorite lesson you learned as a kid.

07/07/2025

It’s not about perfection — it’s about showing up, even on the hard days. Share your favorite memory of a parental figure showing up for you!

07/04/2025

🎆 Happy 4th of July from all of us at MEP! 🎆
We’re closed today to celebrate Independence Day — we hope you are too!

Looking for family-friendly ways to make the most of the holiday?
🎇 Watch a local fireworks show
🌭 Host a backyard BBQ or picnic
🎨 Let the kids decorate bikes or wagons for a mini neighborhood parade
🧺 Pack a blanket and head to the park
📸 Start a new tradition and snap a patriotic family photo!

Whatever you do, stay safe and have fun celebrating freedom, community, and time together.

07/01/2025

Check out this month's newsletter!

Referral Form http://www.moempowerment.org/referral-form.html

06/26/2025

🩹🚨 Need your CPR & First Aid certification? We've got you covered!

Join us in Springfield on Sunday, July 13th from 4:00–6:30 PM for an American Red Cross certified First Aid/CPR class.

✅ Pre-registration is required
✅ Open to the public

Register today and be ready to save a life!

06/25/2025

JL writes "MEP services have helped me tremendously. They supported me in many ways such as, court days, FST meetings, and even mentally when I felt like my case wasn't going anywhere. Shelby, most of all helped me! She stood by me and advocated for me. She showed up to every FST meeting since taking on my case. She made sure she attended every court hearing I had, and even made sure to help me get all my goals checked off. She gave me information on how to go about doing those things, and if I had questions, she always tried her best to answer them. MEP services helped me get my babies back home. They definitely give you great guidance and resources. They help you stay positive and to never give up! Thanks to MEP and most of all Shelby, I have started my journey on having my girls back full time! I am extremely grateful for everything Shelby has done, and extremely thankful for everything MEP offers. They put family's first!"

06/24/2025

🎉 A very Happy (and slightly late!) Birthday to Lauren! 🎉

We’re a week behind, but the love and appreciation are just as strong! 💛 Today we’re celebrating our incredible Clinical Supervisor, Lauren, who has brought so much knowledge, organization, and true social work heart to Missouri Empowerment Project.

Lauren is compassionate, creative, and always thinking outside the box to ensure our clients receive the best care possible. She’s the kind of leader who jumps in wherever needed, supports her team without hesitation, and never loses sight of what matters most — empowering families and strengthening our community. 💪✨

We’re so lucky to have you, Lauren. Wishing you a belated but very heartfelt happy birthday — you deserve to be celebrated all year long! 🎂🎈

06/23/2025

Check out our upcoming offerings for July:
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Co-Parenting
📘 DFS: A Parent’s Guide
🎓 Parent Education
🔥 Anger Management

These classes are designed to support families and professionals with tools, knowledge, and connection.

📝 Pre-registration is required

06/19/2025

Our offices are closed in observence of Juneteenth.

Juneteenth is a time to reflect on freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of justice. At Missouri Empowerment Project, we honor the strength of Black communities and remain committed to equity, empowerment, and systemic change.

06/18/2025

Such an amazing resource for the Laclede community!

LEBANON, Mo. — Most counties across the country have what’s called treatment court, where a local judge and a team of specialists help addicts not only find sobriety, but recovery. One of the…