Location Cedar County

Alexander Franks

Alexander Franks is a Provisionally Licensed Professional Counselor (PLPC) currently practicing in El Dorado Springs, Missouri. Alexander and his wife, Melissa, are passionate about serving their community and are committed to helping build a healthy and prosperous El Dorado Springs.…

Jodie Cole

Jodie is a dedicated social work professional with a strong background in mental health, substance use and foster care and re-integration. After earning a bachelor’s in social work from Pittsburg State University in 2010, Jodie went on to complete a…

Chad Daniel

Chad Daniel is Pastor of Community Church in El Dorado Springs. He is President of Hope Center and helps coordinate the food pantry and the warming shelter. He also has extensive experience in leading men’s ministries.

Mary Yakel

Mary Yakel has resided in the El Dorado Springs area since 1976. She raised her family here and worked alongside her husband in his business.  She attended World Vision School of Missions, launching her into the area of ministry. Mary…

Brian Hammons

Brian Hammons is President and third-generation leader of Hammons Products Company in Stockton, Missouri, the leading commercial processor of American Black Walnuts. Brian earned degrees from Missouri State University and Southern Methodist University Law School. Brian currently serves as Chairman…

Melanie Chance

Melanie Chance is the Marketing Director of JCG, an accounting firm in the Midwest. She is also a realtor during the day and a writer at night. She has been married to her high school sweetheart since 2002, and they…

Ryan Dasso

Ryan is a devoted husband and a father of three. He is an active member of his church in Bolivar, treasurer at the Family Restoration Center and a Good Dads facilitator. Ryan holds a bachelor’s in business administration from the…

Cheryl Thornton

Dr. Cheryl Thornton is a licensed psychologist in the state of Missouri. She practiced as a psychologist at Burrell and Compass Health and is now serving as director of the Family Restoration Center of Missouri located in Stockton, MO. She…