People First of St. Charles

People First of St. Charles People First is a self-advocacy organization run by and for adults with developmental disabilities. WHAT IS PEOPLE FIRST? People First of St.

Charles promotes equality for people with disabilities so they can be included as they so choose in the community. PEOPLE FIRST MEMBERS ARE SELF-ADVOCATES WHO:

• Teach and empower people with developmental disabilities to understand their rights and responsibilities and to speak up for themselves.

• Support members in living the life they want with the supports they need.

• Advocate for community services that allow all people to have choices and control over their supports and lives.

• Create change in communities to ensure opportunity and full, meaningful participation for all people. People First Language
A person with a developmental or intellectual disability is first and foremost a person. Let’s use language that respects people as part of our community. Say…
Person with a disability
Instead of…
Disabled or handicapped

Say...
Person with cognitive or intellectual disability
Instead of…
Mentally retarded or retard

Say…
Person who uses a wheelchair
Instead of…
Confined to a wheelchair

Say…
Person who has a physical disability
Instead of…
Crippled

Say…
Accessible parking
Instead of…
Handicapped Parking

Say…
Non-disabled
Instead of…
Normal or healthy

01/09/2026

Thank you to Chicken N Pickle for selecting us as a recipient of their cup campaign. We are incredibly grateful for their support and generosity. In true DDRB form, we’re paying this gift forward by supporting our partners at People First and their continued advocacy for the IDD community.

Last night we had our annual Christmas party! It was such a good time and we had a huge turnout! It was great to see eve...
12/18/2025

Last night we had our annual Christmas party! It was such a good time and we had a huge turnout! It was great to see everyone, we even had a special visit from Santa! I appreciate everyone who volunteered and helped last night. Merry Christmas everyone!

Octobers meeting was fantastic! We had so many people dress up in some great costumes!
10/23/2025

Octobers meeting was fantastic! We had so many people dress up in some great costumes!

10/14/2025

Our 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat Family Empowerment Event is just 1-WEEK AWAY!

We will have hot dogs, snow cones by Kona Ice, chips, best trunk decorating contests, and most importantly CANDY! This event is FREE and will be an boo-tiful day!

Bring a can of green beans, corn, or cranberry sauce for our Annual Can Food/Turkey Drive and be entered into our raffle for an Amp Up Action Park Family 4pk. The more cans you bring the more raffle tickets you get.

Here’s what’s in store: Candy Galore from decorated trunks | A special visit from Santa (yes—Santa’s stopping by early to take Christmas wishes!) | FREE Kona Ice from 12:30–1:30 PM | Raffle Drawing will be at 2pm!

So come on out to our Trunk or Treat and have a spook-tacular time with us.

Thank you to our Treat Titan Sponsor & Boo Crew Sponsor: & Compass Health Network

People First members if you need assistance with a ride or registration for this please call Amy
10/07/2025

People First members if you need assistance with a ride or registration for this please call Amy

Rock ‘N’ Roll Bingo was so much fun! We had a great turn out this year!
09/22/2025

Rock ‘N’ Roll Bingo was so much fun! We had a great turn out this year!

We still have tables left! It’s a great time, grab your seat before they are all gone!!
09/04/2025

We still have tables left! It’s a great time, grab your seat before they are all gone!!

Broadway is Calling—Will You Answer the Cue? Our Rock ‘n Roll Bingo Fundraiser – MUSICALS! is just one month away and the spotlight is almost full…

WE HAVE TABLES LEFT! If you’ve been waiting for your big moment—this is it! Don’t get stuck in the balcony—secure your table before the curtain falls!

Donate & Score! Bring a bottle of booze or a bag of candy and you’ll receive a basket raffle ticket for each donation. The more you bring, the more chances you have to win a dazzling prize!

Sponsorships Available! Want to see your name in lights? We still have round sponsorships open—take center stage while supporting a great cause!

Click the link below to reserve your table, grab your tickets, or become a sponsor today. Don’t wait—this show will sell out!

Link: https://qtego.us/l/factbingo/tickets

Thank you to our Act One Allies: Lindenwood Agency, Inc, Robert Becker, and Spoiled Rotten Photography - St. Louis, MO

Thank you to our People First Seat Saver Sponsor & Group Admission Sponsor: Sara Hempfling and Willows Way

This year People First of St. Charles took almost 30 members to the Real Voices Real Choices conference! We had an absol...
09/02/2025

This year People First of St. Charles took almost 30 members to the Real Voices Real Choices conference! We had an absolute blast and were able to take so much great information back home with us. Jeffrey Foust did a presentation on how to speak with Legislators and how important it is. Susan Parker had an open session where three legislators joined to answer general questions! Can’t wait until next year!

This is our last meeting before we leave for Real Voices Real Choices Conference!
08/18/2025

This is our last meeting before we leave for Real Voices Real Choices Conference!

Please be aware of this if you are in Saint Charles or Saint Peter’s
08/15/2025

Please be aware of this if you are in Saint Charles or Saint Peter’s

Address

2240 Bluestone Drive
St. Charles, MO
63303

Telephone

+16369492425

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