Nodaway County Services History

A few citizens of Nodaway County wanted to enhance the services available to people with developmental disabilities in our area. Limited employment opportunities had been established through a sheltered workshop, and a great void existed in the areas of residential services and other supports.

 

After several years of meeting and planning informally, on November 26, 1980, the first not-for-profit corporation was formed. This organization became known as the Association of Group Homes for Nodaway County, Inc. (AGH). On September 24, 1984, AGH opened the first three group homes.

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A few months later, in February 1985, the board began offering non-residential supports through a sister agency. This new agency was named Nodaway County Services for the Developmentally Disabled, Inc. (NCS).  NCS became officially incorporated on May 13, 1986.

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The mission of NCS is rooted in the strong belief that every person has a right to live in their community as an accepted and active member. NCS strives to help people, with and without disabilities, learn from one another to promote a strong and inclusive community of acceptance and opportunity.

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NCS recognizes each person as an individual with unique talents, strengths, gifts, and needs. This is what drives our mission: to help people live the life they want and reach their fullest potential through compassion, dignity, and respect.