People Empowering People

For Individuals in Western Arkansas With Developmental & Related Disabilities

Welcome to Bost.

We are a community-based, not-for-profit agency providing services for individuals in Western Arkansas who have mental & developmental disabilities & related conditions.

We’re making
a big difference.

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Individuals Served

“From a tiny acorn grows a mighty oak.”

Dr. Roger Bost, Founder

You can help us expand our reach.

Every donation helps us to maximize the quality of life for individuals with disabilities as well as their families.

Experience a truly rewarding career.

Our people tell the story.

The Bost community is made up of men, women, parents, children, workers & staff, all with a common mission: To empower.

June Anniversaries!

24 YEARS - Rhonda Jones 23 YEARS - Yadira Martinez 20 YEARS - Angela Fox 19 YEARS - Bridget Blake, Nolvia Llamas, Edward Lowry 18 YEARS - Amanda Marlin 17 YEARS - Stephanie Surls, Kristina Walters, Petra Woodward 15 YEARS - Christina Ponsetto 12 YEARS - Michael Burns,...

Go Baby Go!

The “Go Baby Go – Follow Me” program began at the university of Delaware in 2006 and has been adopted by over 40 groups and universities since. At University of Arkansas Fort Smith, Dr. Kiyun Han, Associate Professor of Electronics Technology & Electrical...

ArTs at Bost has expanded to NWA!

ArTs at Bost in NWA and Terra Studios partnered for the first pottery workshop in Rogers on April 12. Jessica R., Deborah J., James M., and Wendy S., along with their Bost staff attendedthe class led by Wren Crockett from Terra Studios with assistance from Arts at...

May Anniversaries!

18 YEARS - Carol Morgan, Shirley Hatley 16 YEARS - Bobbie Jones 14 YEARS - Darren Tolbert, Terrie Holloway, Kim Perry 13 YEARS - Sherri Regalado, Valorie Davidson 11 YEARS - John Gregory 10 YEARS - Leona Boatman, Brittany Scott 9 YEARS - Shirley Lowther, Calvin...

Bost Work Development: Cost-efficient solutions for our community

Bost’s Work Development Department has the capacity to make your workflow more efficient through a light manufacturing operation specializing in small assembly fabrication and kitting opportunities. We want to be your one stop resource for competitive pricing,...

Employee Spotlight: Matt Hoffman

Matthew Hoffman was hired in Bost’s Work Development Department as a material handler and back up truck driver in January 2023. Matt is a great addition to the Bost team and has gone out of his way in multiple areas to help. Recently Reba Denton, Work Development...

April Anniversaries!

21 YEARS - Talikwa Scott 14 YEARS - Brian Hamilton, Glinda Polk 13 YEARS - Terri Walker 12 YEARS - Marcia Walker, Keturah Ross 11 YEARS - Patricia Ashmore, Amy Peters 9 YEARS - Barbara Young, Joetta Few 8 YEARS - Stephanie Lewis 7 YEARS - Larry Bearden, Susan Nwigwe,...

March Anniversaries!

24 YEARS - Reba Denton 22 YEARS - Sandra Chamberlain, Jannia Green 21 YEARS - Angela Jackson 15 YEARS - Alberto Martinez-Rivera, Angela Chaffin 14 YEARS - Pamela Hindes, April Hunt 13 YEARS - Tracy Stafford 12 YEARS - Tonya Smith, Ovidio Duran, Jason Carter, Helen...

February Anniversaries!

26 YEARS - Susan Weaver 22 YEARS - Mark Hise 19 YEARS - James Hammond 16 YEARS - Michael McLeod, Mary Real, Joe Butler 14 YEARS - Loretta Morlen 13 YEARS - Erica LaTour 12 YEARS - Randy Hayden 11 YEARS - Anthony Harris, Donald Real, Christy Cook, Harlan Gann 10 YEARS...

Nutcracker Dress Rehearsal

The ArTs at Bost dance classes were invited to The Nutcracker Dress Rehearsal by Executive Artistic DirectorMelissa Schoenfeld of Western Arkansas Ballet on December 16, 2022. It was a fantastic performance, and it was so fun to see some of the “behind the scenes”...

Do you have questions about Estate Planning?

How do I leave an inheritance for my child without disqualifying them from government benefits? Who will take care of my child when I no longer can due to my death, disability, or old age? The Special Needs Estate Planning Taskforce’s presentation will address these...

Do you have questions about Estate Planning?

How do I leave my child an inheritance without disqualifying them from government benefits? Who will take care of my child when I no longer can due to my death, disability, or old age? These two important concerns will be addressed in a presentation by The Special...

How to Handle Holidays After a Death in the Family, by Rachel Ehmke

Grief can make special days harder When you’ve lost someone you love, the year that follows is inevitably a year of firsts without that person. Celebrations like the first Thanksgiving, birthday or Mother’s Day without someone who played a major role in your and your...

Bost C.A.R.E.S. Offers Play Therapy

Play therapy is a form of treatment that helps children and families to express their emotions, improve their communication, and solve problems. It helps children to make sense of difficult experiences and deal with psychological and emotional distress through play....

Bost 2018 Employee Survey Results

To:  All Bost EmployeesFrom:  Katie Raines, Executive DirectorRe:  Summary of 2018 Employee Survey ResultsDate:  March 6, 2019 Thank you for taking time to respond to the BOST employee survey. I am pleased to say that our goal to increase our...

Bost C.A.R.E.S. Gives a Lesson on Friends

Bost CARES staff, Kristin Wagner, LPC and Pablo Albuja, LAC recently spoke with kindergartners, first graders and second graders at Tate Elementary School in Van Buren about how to make friends. Students learned about different types of friends they may have in their...

Bost Receives Blue & You Foundation Award

The ArTs at Bost program just got a fantastic boost, thanks to the Blue & You Foundation!  The program began in 2017 as a fun and educational way to for individuals served by Bost, Inc. to find a creative outlet, help them achieve their goals of artistic...

Exciting things are happening at Bost!