Mosaic in Central Iowa

Technology can help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities experience more independence while not losing the security of having an easy-to-reach support person on-call nearby. Learn how this works in one Mosaic location.
https://www.mosaicinfo.org/blog/direct-care/technologies-help-people-be-more-independent-while-staying-connected/

Twenty-seven years ago today, the United States Supreme Court affirmed in the landmark Olmstead decision that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities belong in their communities—not isolated in unsafe institutions. Because of that, people like Teri & Bootsie have a full and fulfilling life: https://youtu.be/BGSJvvSgUDQ

Olmstead was not the end of the fight for people’s rights, but was one step in a social movement to protect the rights of people with disabilities. A movement that Mosaic has been a part of for over 113 years.

Mosaic was one of eight nonprofits selected to participate in Flying Flags for Charity at the 2026 NCAA Men’s College World Series (CWS) in Omaha, Nebraska.

On our designated day, June 15, college baseball fans from across the country gathered in Baseball Village to learn about Mosaic’s mission.

Mom of Twins Supported by Mosaic Captivates College World Series-Goers with Her Story On June 15, college baseball fans from across the country gathered in Omaha to learn about Mosaic’s mission.

Every year on June 19, Mosaic recognizes , a day that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. We honor the courage and resilience of those who fought for freedom then and those who stand against oppression now.

ID: Black background with boarder at the top that is green, yellow and red. Text reads "Celebrating Juneteenth Freedom Day." And the Mosaic logo at the bottom.

A new issue of Promise magazine is here. Read about our history and the incredible ways people have persevered through tough times. You’ll also meet an individual served by Mosaic for 50 years; learn how a mother is navigating her son’s transition of care and find advice from a parent whose child has autism. We also highlight a milestone anniversary for Mosaic President and CEO Linda Timmons.

https://www.mosaicinfo.org/blog/3d-flip-book/summer-2026/

Families seeking services for a loved one with a disability have a choice to make: hire support staff directly or use a provider like Mosaic. Here are questions to ask.

Hire Directly or Use a Provider: Ask These 4 Questions Before Deciding Learn what questions to ask when deciding whether to hire support staff directly or use a provider like Mosaic for a loved one with a disability.

Did you know most Americans are living without an estate plan? If you’re one of them, now is the time to change that. As you get started, here are four things to consider.

Plus, if you want to leave assets to a person with disabilities, there are ways to do that without impacting their Medicaid eligibility.

Get the details: https://www.mosaicinfo.org/blog/advocacy/plan-for-your-child-with-a-disabilitys-financial-security-when-youre-gone/

As states face difficult decisions about Medicaid funding, Mosaic continues to advocate for the investment in home- and community-based services. In our latest blog, President and CEO Linda Timmons shares why it’s important: Long-term care is too expensive for most families to afford on their own, and people with disabilities, like anyone else, deserve a say in what their lives look like. Read more.
https://www.mosaicinfo.org/blog/advocacy/adults-with-disabilities-should-have-a-voice-in-their-care/

A recent survey found that Direct Support Professionals value opportunities to learn, take care of their well-being, and grow professionally. Read how Mosaic supports these values.
https://www.mosaicinfo.org/blog/direct-care/dsps-belong-where-they-can-grow-make-a-difference-at-mosaic/