Mid Missouri Area Resources
A collection of resources families in Mid Missouri
The Basics
HOW TO GET RESULTS WHEN YOU CONTACT AGENCIES
1. Take notes. Have paper and pencil ready when you make a call. Be ready to give a brief but complete account of what you need.
2. Be ready to provide your full name and contact information, such as how or where you can be reached or receive messages. Make sure you have a working voicemail that can accept voicemails (and your mailbox isn't full, for example).
3. If your inquiry involves an agency that uses an identifying case or file number, have that available.
4. Be sure to record the names and titles of people you talk to and confirm their phone numbers in your notes.
5. Keep your notes together on all of your contacts to each agency so that you can supply information when you make follow-up calls.
6. Take the time to say THANK YOU to those who assist you!
*adapted from starttherestl.org
Mid- Missouri Area
Adult Education and Literacy
Advanced Technology Center - MACC
2900 Doreli Lane, Mexico, MO 65265
573-582-0817 Fax: 573-582-0824
Contact: https://www.macc.edu/about-macc/locations
https://www.aacc.nche.edu/college/moberly-area-cc-advanced-tech-center/
The 56,000 square foot facility known as The Advanced Technology Center is the result of a cooperative effort among MACC, State Technical College of Missouri, and the City of Mexico. The facility houses classrooms, instructional and science labs, a Library & Academic Resource Center (LARC), student commons, administrative and faculty offices, and interactive television (ITV) laboratories.
Being Successful in College as a Parent
https://online.maryville.edu/blog/being-successful-in-college-as-a-parent/
Centro Latino De Salud
609 N Garth Ave, Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 449-9442
http://centrolatino.missouri.org/en/about/
English/Spanish classes, Computer skills, Health Education. The mission of Centro Latino is to empower Latinos, Latino families and the general public through provision of services and guidance in navigating the health, education and cultural resources of mid-Missouri. Centro Latino provides assistance to immigrants as they become acclimated to their new environment with its different laws, customs, and language. Families and individuals that contact the Centro receive orientation to the community as well as physical, mental, and social support. The Centro strives to empower Latinos to live in an environment of mutual respect that encompasses personal interaction in the community as well as appropriate treatment by, and interaction with, service providers. Centro Latino helps all Latino families regardless of national origin, religion, or immigration status.
Geographic Area Served: Mid-Missouri
CMCA - ShowMe Healthy Relationships
800 N. Providence Rd., Ste. 110, Columbia, MO 65203
573-443-8706 ext. 1022, or 855-422-4510 or text 573-239-1776
The ShowMe Healthy Relationships Program offers free courses for individuals who would like to learn more about healthy relationships. The courses are designed to help those that are not in a committed relationship learn how to identify the qualities that make a healthy partner, and how to communicate and maintain relationships. Participants also learn how parenting, finances, and personal well-being impact their healthy relationship choices.
Eligibility: Over 18 and not currently in a committed relationship
Fees: None, barrier reducers are given for participation
Davis H. Hart Mexico Area Vocational Technical School
905 North Wade Mexico, MO. 65265
573-581-5684 Fax: 581-7084
Contact: http://hartcareercenter.org/contact.aspx
Services: Provides training, counseling, placement and comprehensive vocational assessment for individuals in business, vocational and technical careers. Eligibility: Mostly high school aged participants. Fee: None
The Excel Center
101 N. Fourth St, Columbia, MO 65201
573-499-1220
https://excel.mersgoodwill.org/
The Excel Center® is a free public high school that gives adults (age 21 and over) the opportunity to earn an actual high school diploma. While earning their diploma, students earn college credits and a variety of industry-recognized certifications in order to increase their earning potential. The Excel Center is a free public high school for adults that provides flexible class schedules, supportive relationships with staff and a life coach who works with students to find solutions for life’s challenges that could hinder progress.
They provide a free drop-in center for child care, extended hours and year-round operation to support students as they work toward the goal of earning a diploma.
HiSET at Mexico MACC Campus
2900 Doreli Lane, Mexico, MO 65265
573-582-0817 Online: 660-263-4100 ext. 11382
Tuesday and Thursday evenings 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
The mission of the MACC AEL Program is to provide any citizen of this community and the surrounding area with access to free classes to obtain a High School Equivalency (HSE), improve basic skills, prepare for the workplace, or receive career counseling. It is also the goal of AEL to provide volunteer tutor assistance to any participating student whenever possible. The ultimate goal of the program is for students to successfully achieve educational and lifelong goals
.
Missouri Adult Education and Learning Programs
Skill Up Program for SNAP Recipients - CMCA Family Resource Center
801 E Breckenridge, Mexico, MO 65265
573-582-7864 Fax 573-370-1095
https://cmca.us/get-help/skillup/
Food Stamp Program / Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program https://mydss.mo.gov/food-assistance/food-stamp-program
Offered in partnership with the MO Department of Social Services, Skill Up helps SNAP and TANF recipients obtain skills, training, education, and employer connections that lead to employment and on-the-job success.
Skill Up Program for TANF recipients - MERS Goodwill
101 N. 4th St., Columbia, MO 65201
573-607-9798
Food Stamp Program / Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program https://mydss.mo.gov/food-assistance/food-stamp-program
Offered in partnership with the MO Department of Social Services, Skill Up helps SNAP and TANF recipients obtain skills, training, education, and employer connections that lead to employment and on-the-job success.
University of Missouri Extension in Audrain County
101 N. Jefferson, Room 304, Mexico, MO 65265
573-581-3231
-extension.missouri.edu/audrain/
Food Production Support Services, Community Gardening, Home Gardening Assistance/Supplies, Continuing Education, Nutrition Education, Parenting Skills Classes, Youth Agricultural Programs, Youth Enrichment Programs, Business Assistance Centers
Adult Education and Literacy
204 East Dunklin Street, Jefferson City MO, 65101
573-659-3122
https://www.jcschools.us/domain/46
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30a.m.- 4:00p.m.
Services: Individualized classes in basic academic subjects such as reading, math, and science to enable students to complete the high school equivalency diploma (HSE), enroll in higher education, or become employable. Fee: Free class, cost for exam.
ABLE Learning Center
204 E. Dunklin St., Jefferson City, MO 65101
573-636-5558
Services: ABLE Learning Center provides literacy assistance to those 16 years of age or older and not in school. There is no charge for the services or the materials. Volunteer tutors meet one-on-one in private sessions arranged to meet the schedules of the student and tutor.
WILL - Woods Institute of Language & Literacy
Columbia, MO
Text or Call 573.424.0248
Covid 19 Statement: At this time, WILL is offering on-line instruction until it is safe to return to In Class instruction. There is a waiting list for available instructional times. Anyone interested in one to one instruction can contact WILL by email JTaylor@will4learning.org or TEXT 573-424-0248.
WILL provides instruction for adult English language learners working toward a High School Equivalency (HSE) Certificate, job and vocational training. The classes are free and open to adults 16 years of age and older. This program is designed to develop English proficiency while studying academic and work skills.
WILL's mission is to remove barriers for education and work skills development of adults working to improve their socioeconomic status.
Classes are held at City of Refuge and MU Family Impact Center. Please contact for class schedules and descriptions.
Alcohol and Drug Rehab
Alcoholics Anonymous
First Church of the Nazarene
2726 S. Clark Mexico, MO 65265
573-581-7499 Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 7 pm
https://www.sober.com/meetings/aa
DeafLEAD (formerly The L.E.A.D. Institute)
2505 W. Ash, Columbia, MO 65203
Phone: Voice/TTY (573)445-5005 Videophone: (573) 303-5604
Missouri Crisis/Text Line: (573)445-5035 or 888-761-4357 or text HAND to 839863
Deaf Crisis Line: 321-800-3323 or text HAND to 839863
FAX: 573-445-5088
Hours: 9:00-5:00 Monday-Friday, Crisis Line 24 hours
Services: Provide education, advocacy, crisis intervention, counseling, and other direct services for deaf, hard of hearing, deaf/blind, and late-deafened individuals and families; Missouri Crisis Hotline/Text Line; Deaf Crisis Videophone Hotline, sign language classes for all ages; deaf culture training to agencies; Teen Institute (camp for deaf and hard of hearing youth) teaches alcohol and drug abuse prevention, HIV/AIDS awareness, and other issues facing youth; free counseling for hearing and deaf individuals and their families who are victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, rape, incest and child abuse, free 24-hour crisis interpreting for Deaf victims of crime.
Fee: Sign language classes – call for current fee
Eligibility: Services provided as needed
Al-Anon
For information about meeting times and locations: 573-443-3059
email: midmissourialanon@gmail.com
https://midmissouri-al-anon.org/meetings/
The Al-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength, and hope, in order to solve their common problems. We believe alcoholism is a family illness, and that changed attitudes can aid recovery. Al-Anon has but one purpose: to help families of alcoholics. We do this by practicing the Twelve Steps, by welcoming and giving comfort to families of alcoholics, and by giving understanding and encouragement to the alcoholic.
Escape Alcohol and Drug Outpatient Counseling Center
Moberly, MO
573-441-0120
http://www.escapealcoholdrugs.com/
Outpatient alcohol and drug counseling center and provides SATOP programs. Accepts private insurance and fee for service.
Fresh Start Sober Living in Columbia
Serving all counties
573-489-4640 Call between 10am-2pm Monday-Friday
Sober living is a type of group housing. All tenants are involved in substance abuse recovery programs.Tenants are provided an alcohol, drug, and violence-free environment to aid in their path to restoration. All properties are located on bus routes and with-in walking/biking distance from downtown district, treatment centers, business districts, 12-step meetings, employment placement agencies, and social service centers.
Bedrooms include bed, dresser, WiFi, TV with cable, desk and chair, nightstand, bed linens, bath towels and a box fan. Fresh start can also accomodate Home Plans for those being released by the Dept. of Corrections.
McCambridge Center
201 N. Garth, Columbia, MO 65203
573-449-3953 or 573-227-3741
Contact: https://compasshealthnetwork.org/contact/
http://compasshealthnetwork.org/location/columbia-3/
Services provided at this Columbia location include outpatient and residential substance use disorder treatment for women with children and for pregnant women. For more information about the McCambridge program, please call 573-449-3953.
Narcotics Anonymous
Presbyterian Church 400 Lakeview Rd., Mexico, MO 65265
Mondays and Wednesdays at 7:00 pm
Karrie & Joey's Pool Hall 105 W. Monroe St., Apt. B, Mexico, MO 65265
Sunday 7:00 pm
https://www.sober.com/meetings/na
New Vision at Capitol Regional Medical Center
1125 Madison St., Jefferson City, MO 65102
573-632-5817
capitalrmc.mo@specialcarecorp.com
New Vision™ is an inpatient medical stabilization service that accepts appropriate adults, who are currently using or are experiencing acute withdrawal symptoms from certain drugs or alcohol. It consists of a medically supervised hospital stay for inpatient stabilization that typically lasts 3 days. Upon admission to the hospital for medical stabilization, assessment of the patient’s fundamental needs is accomplished. These assessments include medical history, physical, a complete laboratory workup and a nursing assessment. New Vision at CRMC will not admit someone who is currently under the influence or intoxicated. Patients must refrain from using/ drinking for a period of time prior to coming in for their assessment and must meet minimum requirements of an acute withdrawal scale to be eligible for admission into the New Vision service. New Vision at CRMC is a completely VOLUNTARY service. New Vision at CRMC accepts Medicaid, Medicare and Commercial Insurance with the exception of the following; UHC Community Plan – Managed Medicaid, Missouri Care- Managed Medicaid, Cigna Connect Network, Cigna Surefit. New Vision at CRMC is not a state-funded service but there is a self-pay option available to those who are uninsured, the hospital requires half of this amount up front at time of admission and payment arrangements can be made with the hospital on the remaining balance.
Pathways Community Behavioral Healthcare
601 Business Loop 70W, #152, Columbia, MO 65203
573-449-4770
Contact: https://compasshealthnetwork.org/contact/
http://compasshealthnetwork.org/about-us/pathways-community-health/
Pathways Community Health provides family medicine, dental, mental health and alcohol and drug treatment for individuals of all ages. We partner with other community organizations to identify gaps in services. In some communities that means we assist with housing, emergency room diversion services, veterans’ services, suicide prevention as well as other supportive services.
Pathways Community Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. (Teens)
403 Dysart, Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 449-4770 Fax: (573) 449-4851
Hours: Office: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (M-F); clinical hours include evenings
Contact: https://compasshealthnetwork.org/contact/
http://compasshealthnetwork.org/about-us/pathways-community-health/
Services: CSTAR (Adolescent Comprehensive Substance Abuse Treatment and Rehabilitation)
services include screening and assessment, individual therapy, group therapy, group education
treatment, limited transportation available to adolescents in treatment
Fee: Sliding scale, Medicaid, MC+, private insurance
Eligibility: Adolescent services for ages 12 to 17, accept youth with limited resources through
Dept. of Mental Health funding
Phoenix Programs, Inc.
90 E Leslie Ln, Columbia, MO 65202
573-875-8880 Residential & Detox 573-777-3008
info@phoenixhealthprograms.com
http://phoenixhealthprograms.com/
Services: Treatment for substance use disorders includes residential treatment, social setting detoxification and long term residential treatment for individuals with co-occurring disorders; treatment for men, women, and families includes: day treatment (outpatient); individual and group counseling; family and youth counseling; intensive case management; supportive housing program; employment skills training for ex-offenders
Fee: Sliding scale
Eligibility: Residential/Detox clients must be at least 18 years old with an alcohol and/or other substance use disorder; outpatient counseling available to men, women, couples, adolescents and family members
Intake Procedures: Call for appointment
Primrose Hill
1212 County Rd 2696, Clark, MO 65243
573-641-5047
Primrose Hill is a 12-month, residential recovery center for women and women with young children who have drug and alcohol addictions. Primrose Hill Teen Challenge is one of only a few centers where children can stay with their mother during recovery.
Turning Point Recovery Centers
201 E. Monroe, Ste. 103, Mexico, MO 65265
573-581-8828 FAX 573-581-8054
Contact: https://www.turningpointrc.org/contact/
Services: Men and women outpatient services and SATOP are available. Both group and Individual counseling is available on an outpatient basis. Additionally, educational groups and relapse prevention are available through Outpatient services. All services are driven by an individual treatment plan, which guides the frequency and duration of services. Codependency counseling is offered to significant others, wives, family of consumers. Anger management classes are offered at each location when there are enough consumer requests to warrant developing a group.Missouri law requires all persons arrested for an alcohol- or drug- related traffic offense to complete an assessment screening at an OMU. The result of this evaluation determines the appropriate level of SATOP placement for each consumer.
Fee: Offender Education Program (OEP) $130.00
Adolescent Diversion Education Program (ADEP) $130.00
Clinical Intervention Program (CIP) $1067.42 *
Total Cost: The total cost for SATOP can range between $505 – $1380.91
Consumers referred to the WIP, CIP, or YCIP may complete a financial questionnaire called the Standard Means Test. The findings will determine if the consumer will receive financial assistance with the payment of their service level fee.
Service Area: Missouri
Valley Hope of Boonville
1415 Ashley Road , Boonville, Missouri 65233
Admissions 24/7 660-882-6547
https://valleyhope.org/locations/missouri/boonville-treatment-center/
Valley Hope of Boonville provides medically-monitored detox and withdrawal management, residential addiction treatment, and virtual outpatient programs and family counseling. Our treatment and recovery experts customize a comprehensive treatment plan for each patient that addresses physical, mental, spiritual and emotional health needs. Each treatment team works hand in hand, side by side with patients and families to heal from addiction and reclaim their lives through recovery.
Services: Subacute medical detox, 24-hour nursing care, Individual and group counseling Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) Milieu therapy, Family Care, Chaplain services, 12-step recovery program, Intensive Outpatient Therapy (IOP) including individual and group counseling, Family Care Assessments, Continuing care.
Can accept TriCare, Optum and are members of the Community Care Network of the Veteran’s Administration.
Cedar Ridge Treatment Center/Family Counseling Center
1091 Midway Dr., Linn Creek, MO 65052
573-346-6758
https://compasshealthnetwork.org/location/linn-creek/
The facility provides detoxification services to the public. The treatment center provides outpatient and residential short-term treatment care. There are special groups and programs for persons with co-occuring mental and substance abuse disorders, men, DUI and DWI offenders, and criminal justice groups. No special language services are available. Payments via private insurance and access to recovery voucher are accepted. Payment assistance is offered by way of sliding fee scale and case by case basis (check with facility for specifics)
Clothing
Birthright of Mid –Missouri
1006 E. High Street Jefferson City, M0 65101
573-635-8822
https://birthright.org/services/?tab=3
Hours: Monday 4:00-6:00 pm Tuesday-Friday 12:00-3:00pm Services: Free pregnancy test, maternity and baby clothes, and diapers Fee: Free
The Free Store
300 Pioneer Drive Fulton, MO
573-253-4323
Contact Person: Connie, Store Hours: T-TH 11am-4pm and Sat 10-2pm.
Services: Offers free items such as clothes for adults and children, toys and household goods.
Trends
1223 South Business Loop 54, Fulton, MO 65251
573-642-7044
http://facebook.com/trendsserve/
Hours: Monday- Friday 8:00-5:00, Saturday 9:00-3:00
Thrift store clothing and household goods at a minimal cost.
Laura Miller George Help Center
409 Fairground, Mexico, MO 65265
573-581-3238
phillip.iman@mexicohelpcenter.org
https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Help-Center/217312725058364
Thrift Store: Our thrift store can provide clothing free to those who have experienced a life altering event and we have clothing and household items available for anyone to purchase at inexpensive cost. Thrift Store Business Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-4:00pm & Saturday 9:00am-12:00pm.
Seconds to Go Shop
623 E. Holt St., Mexico, MO 65265
573-581-1971
http://www.handi-shop.com/page.php?page=570
Quality second hand items at affordable prices. Located just behind Handi-Shops main building at 508 E. Liberty. Seconds to Go provides employment to individuals with disabilities as well as full and part time staff members.
All Peoples International Ministries Community Clothes Closet
219 McBaine, Columbia, MO 65203
573-449-9991
https://www.facebook.com/All-Peoples-International-Ministries-466445010524949/
Free gently used clothing for adults & children. SHOP BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. Call to inquire or set up appointment. MUST be referred by a social service entity, community organization or church by voucher or letter. We also accept donations of gently used clothing.
Assistance League of Mid-Missouri
1729 W. Broadway, Suite 1A, Columbia, MO 65203
573-445-3848
Hours: Upscale Resale: 10 am- 4 pm (W-F) 10am-6pm (Thursday) 9 am-1 pm (Saturday)
Services:
Upscale Resale: gently used shoes, clothing, books, house wares, and
furnishing; cook connection.
Philanthropic projects: Links learning( awards for schools to
enhance classroom learning),
Kaboodle ( hygiene) Kits ASK( Kits for victims of violent assault
crimes),
Literacy Book bags( reading program for preschoolers), Parent Packs( information
expectant mothers),
Operation School Bell ( new clothing for disadvantaged students).
Eligibility: None
Fees: None
Love Columbia
1209 E. Walnut St, Columbia, MO 65201
573-256-7662 Furniture donation line: 573-447-0020
clientreferral@columbialoveinc.org
furniturereferral@columbialoveinc.org
Information Library: http://www.columbialoveinc.org/information-library/
Hours: Administrative Office: 8:30-4:30 (M-F); Client request telephone line open Monday-Wednesday 8:30am - 9:30am, and Wednesday 3:30pm - 4:30pm.
The Love Seat Resale Store: 10:00-5:00 (M-F), 9:00-4:00 (Sat)
Services: An intake interview is offered for the purpose of assessment and goal setting. Subsequently information and referral may be provided and/or enrollment in one of our programs. Love Columbia Information Library lists Love INC's most frequently requested documents. Programs include: Side by Side - individual coaching in the areas of life purpose, basic budgeting, job search, housing search, and credit score building. Extra Mile - 16 week, high accountability money management coaching with rewards/incentives. Extra Mile Homes – Four to six month transitional housing with money management and person coaching. The Love Seat – Free basic needs furniture for those in crisis or transition with church/agency verified need; resale store for those desiring to purchase low-cost items. Bike 2 to the Future – Free bicycle, helmet and lock for adults needing transportation to work or school.
Fee: None
Eligibility: City of Columbia residents
Intake Procedures: Agencies or church staff may email a referral to clientreferral@columbialoveinc.org or furniturereferral@columbialoveinc.org or leave a message on line 2. Clients may leave a message on line 1 on Monday-Wednesday 8:30am - 9:30am, and Wednesday 3:30pm - 4:30pm.
Staff is not available for walk-in appointments.
Required Documentation for Services: Permission for verification following intake interview as needed
Geographic Area Served: City of Columbia
Foreign Languages Spoken: Spanish
Love Seat Resale Store
2600 Rangeline St., Columbia, MO 65201
573-256-7662
M - F 8:30 - 4:30
https://lovecolumbiamo.org/love-seat
The Love Seat furniture bank began in 2008, as one of Love Columbia’s first programs. It was established to provide free basic furniture and housewares to families in crisis or transition. Each year, over 300 households receive items and delivery is provided if needed.
In 2010, a resale store was added to provide a revenue stream to support the growing work of the furniture bank and the entire Love Columbia organization. The store has an exceptionally warm, friendly atmosphere where shoppers find “bargains for a better Columbia” and Love Columbia program participants can shop with vouchers for essential items. Additionally, the store provides employment for individuals with barriers to obtaining employment (over 100 hired since opening).
Operation School Bell
https://www.assistanceleague.org/mid-missouri/philanthropic-programs/operation-school-bell/
Operation School Bell® provides new winter clothing and coats to children in pre-school through fifth grade in the Columbia Public Schools. The goal is to increase the self-esteem of the child and encourage regular school attendance. School personnel identify and refer children to this program.
Each child receives: two pairs of jeans, leggings, or pants, a winter coat, mittens, a sweatshirt, three shirts, six pairs of underwear, six pairs of socks, a care kit containing personal hygiene items.
Salvation Army
1108 W. Ash, Columbia, MO 65203
573-442-3229 Fax: 573-449-6185
http://www.rocktheredkettlecomo.org/
Hours: 9:00a.m.-4:30p.m. (M-F)
Services: Food pantry; clothing vouchers; disaster assistance; Christmas assistance; casework
services and referrals for transients and resident: youth activities for ages 6-18
Fee: None for most services, program service fee of 10% is asked for Harbor House residents
Eligibility: Must have need
Sleep In Heavenly Peace
844-432-BEDS (2337)
We fully believe that a bed is a basic need for the proper physical, emotional, and mental support that a child needs. All children deserve a safe, comfortable place to lay their heads. In Idaho and across the U.S., too many boys and girls go without a bed - or even a pillow - to sleep on. These children end up sleeping on couches, blankets, and even floors. This can affect their happiness and health.
That's where Sleep in Heavenly Peace comes in. We're a group of volunteers dedicated to building, assembling and delivering top-notch bunk beds to children and families in need. Our organization has grown steadily over time, and we're working on opening more chapters in different states to serve more people.
You can request a bed in one of two ways:
1.) As a Bed Recipient: To qualify as a bed recipient, you must be the legal guardian of the child or children receiving the bed. Please submit the online SHP Application Form mentioned above. https://www.shpbeds.org/request-free-twin-bed
2.) As a Referral: Referring a family for a bed is a big responsibility. Generally, it is through referrals that we find the families who need our beds the most. If you’re a referral, please submit the online SHP Application Form. https://www.shpbeds.org/request-free-twin-bed
Also, if you’ve referred a family to us, you’ll need to be present for the bed delivery if they’re selected. We also need the ability to reach people who refer a family via phone or text.
Sleep in Heavenly Peace is always eager to help families in need, particularly ones whose kids have uncomfortable sleeping arrangements. Unfortunately, we can only help families who are close to our active chapters.
Therefore, you must fit the following criteria to receive one of our bunk beds:
1.) Location: You must live near one of our active chapters. To find your local chapter, view our locations here. https://www.shpbeds.org/chapters
2.) Living Environment: You must have an accessible house or apartment with a room large enough to fit one of our beds.
3.) Contact: We must be able to contact you via phone, text or email.
4.) Necessary Documents: You’ll need to fill out our online SHP Application Form. https://www.shpbeds.org/request-free-twin-bed
If your application is accepted, you’ll need to sign an Indemnification Release Form (you can do this when your bed arrives).
Upscale Resale
1729 W. Broadway, Suite 1A, Columbia, MO 65203
573-445-4803
An upscale resale outlet featuring: Quality clothing, Accessories, Housewares, Books & CDs, Collectibles, Furniture
Hours of Operation
Wednesday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Voluntary Action Center (VAC)
403A Vandiver Drive, Columbia, MO 65202
573-874-2273 Fax 573-874-9172
Services Provided: Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - noon & 1 - 4 p.m. Appointments only on Mon, Tues, and Thur. Walk-ins Wed and Fri.
SERVICES: Financial Assistance with: Missouri Birth Certificates, Photo IDs, Prescriptions, Medical and Dental Copayments, Food Handler Cards required by employer, Baby Formula for WIC clients, Gas for work and medical appointments, Work Uniforms required for new employment, Car Repair for employed individuals, Rent and Motel Assistance (based on availability and grant guidelines)
In-Kind Assistance: Emergency Food, Hygiene Products, Feminine Hygiene Products, Household Cleaning Products, Diapers and Wipes, Go COMO Bus Tickets, Clothing Vouchers, Safe Kids Car Seat Vouchers
Seasonal Programs: Homes for Computers (school-age children), Window Air Conditioner Exchange, Summer Fans, Lunch in the Park (summer lunch for school-age children), Back to School Health Fair (school supplies for school-age children), Warm Up Columbia (winter clothing), Holiday Program (holiday gifts and meals)
ELIGIBILITY: Client must be a current Boone County resident and gross income for everyone living at the Address must be at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
The Wardrobe
715 Park Avenue, Columbia, MO 65205
(573) 442-3260
https://www.facebook.com/The-Wardrobe-197105103694825/
Hours: 11:00a.m. – 4:00p.m. (Tu-F); 9:00a.m. -12:00p.m. (Sat), referral day is Tuesday
Services: Provide central location for receipt, storage, display, sale, and distribution of clothing
to interested buyers and referrals for free clothing.
Fee: Free for referrals, full cost for others
Eligibility: Must have referral for free clothing on Tuesdays
Behavioral and Mental Health
Alternatives to Violence Program
sites.google.com/site/avpmissouri
Alternatives to violence workshops, basic and advanced training for trainers, community workshops
Fee: Sliding scale to community. Geographic area served: Mid-Missouri
Aspire Counseling
302 Campusview Dr. Ste. 201, Columbia, MO 65201
573-328-2288
https://aspirecounselingmo.com/
Aspire Counseling specializes in treating individuals and families from all over the Mid Missouri area. We help individuals and families who are ready to experience healing related to trauma, grief, depression, anxiety or extreme stress. We offer mental health counseling services for teenagers, college students & adults all the way through retirement. Some therapists have sliding fee scales.
Burrell Behavioral Health
Adult Clinic 573-777-7500
1805 E. Walnut St., Columbia, MO 65201
Child & Adolescent Clinic 573-777-8330
3401 Berrywood Dr., Ste. 104
Columbia, MO 65201
Burrell provides a comprehensive range of mental health services for children, adolescents, families, adults and senior adults. Our service array is designed to meet our mission statement — to provide as much care as is needed, but no more than is needed. Each program and service is designed to offer treatment consistent with an individual’s or family’s unique needs.
Center Pointe Hospital of Columbia
1201 International Dr., Columbia, MO 65202
855-623-7016
https://centerpointehospitalcolumbia.com/contact-us/
Our highly trained staff provides a continuum outpatient behavioral health care for senior adults, adults and adolescents. Our caring and compassionate assessment staff are available 24/7 to discuss your concerns about mental health or substance use issues, to answer any questions that you or a loved one may have, to provide evaluation and assist with accessing any of our services. Most major insurance plans, Medicare, Tricare, and private payments are accepted. Medicaid is accepted up to and including the age of 20. Call for more information about a specific insurance plan: 800-345-5407 Toll Free or 636-477-2136 Admissions.
Columbia Center for Women's Ministries
1900 N. Providence Rd, Suite 210, Columbia, MO 65202
573-256-1799
Hours: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (M-Th), support groups; peer counseling by appointment
Services: Individual peer counseling sessions with trained volunteers from the Christian community; support groups; prayer group; occasionally seminars on various topics
Fees: Free of charge
Eligibility: Women age 16 or older
Intake procedures: No referral necessary, individuals may walk-in or call to schedule an appointment
Required Documentation for Services: None
Geographic Area Served: Columbia and surrounding area
Columbia Vet Center
4040 Rangeline St., Ste. 105, Columbia, MO 65202
573-814-6206 or 573-814-2608
https://www.va.gov/directory/guide/facility.asp?ID=5990
Readjustment counseling is a wide range of psycho social services offered to eligible Veterans, Service members, and their families in the effort to make a successful transition from military to civilian life. They include:
Individual and group counseling for Veterans, Service members, and their families
Family counseling for military related issues
Bereavement counseling for families who experience an active duty death
Military sexual trauma counseling and referral
Outreach and education including PDHRA, community events, etc.
Substance abuse assessment and referral
Employment assessment & referral
VBA benefits explanation and referral
Screening & referral for medical issues including TBI, depression, etc.
Open 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday through Friday
In an effort to better serve the veteran and family members, upon request Vet Centers will provide services after normal work hours and/or on weekends.
Compass Health Network
All locations: 844-853-8927
3501 Berrywood Dr. , Columbia, MO 65201
1000 W. Nifong, Bldg. 6, Ste. 220B Columbia, MO 65203
1001 W. Worley St., Columbia, MO 65203 573-214-2314 or 877-677-4342
https://compasshealthnetwork.org/location/columbia/
Services: Whether you or your child are challenged by anxiety, depression, mood disorders, or related mental health problems, our licensed psychologists and counselors are here to help with life’s toughest challenges. Compass Health Network offers individual, family, and group counseling. Our services help ease symptoms and promote good mental health in a quick and compassionate manner. Our licensed psychologists will use their expertise to select the right assessment and testing tools to meet your individual needs. Partnership With Families is a strength-based, family-driven program that works in collaboration with families, schools, the juvenile justice system, the Children’s Division, and other child serving agencies to provide a comprehensive system of care for the child and their family in an effort to keep children and youth safe, at home, in school, and becoming productive members of the community.
Eligibility: Accepts most insurance; Medicaid, Medicare, Private, and Self-Pay, including sliding scale programs.
Counseling Associates
401 Keene St., Columbia, MO 65201
ComoCounselingAssociates@gmail.com
https://www.comocounselingassociates.com/
Services Provided: Individual Counseling, Family Counseling, Group Counseling, Marriage Counseling, Tele-health Sessions*, Co-Relationship Counseling, Mediation**, Co-Parent Counseling**
Fertility Assessments**, Adoption Home Study Assessments**. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, We offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client's individual needs to help attain the personal growth they’re striving for.
Accepts most insurance, Medicaid, Lower Rates Available
Early Childhood Positive Behavior Support EC-PBS
Woodrail Medical Plaza, Bldg. 6, Ste 156, 1000 W. Nifong Blvd, Columbia, MO 65203
573-884-6324
https://www.facebook.com/earlychildhood.pbs
EC-PBS coaches provide training and coaching to improve the quality of early childhood
program environments in Boone County. Our goals are to increase childcare provider's abilities to build relationships with children and families, promote social-emotional development, reduce challenging behaviors, and promote Kindergarten readiness.
We work on accomplishing these goals by: Encouraging teachers to implement universal strategies that help all students, not just those with challenging behaviors. Providing social-emotional teaching strategies that help all students, not just those with challenging behaviors. Providing parenting
classes that teach similar strategies to help bridge the gap between home and school.
FACE- Family Access Center of Excellence
2700 W. Ash, Ste. 136, Columbia, MO 65203
573-771-3223 (FACE)
https://faceofboonecounty.org/
Improving access to high quality social, emotional, & behavioral health services for all youth (0-19) & their families who live in Boone County.
Access to a supportive and friendly single point of entry that unconditionally accepts referrals from all Boone County entities
Access to trained and licensed professionals who will guide families through an evaluation of youth and family
Access for youth and family to increased choice of local service providers (e.g., organizations, agencies, programs, resources, and services) to address areas of need
Access to trained and licensed case managers to assist youth and families to overcome common barriers to accessing services (e.g., lack of options, transportation, cost, etc.).
Family Facets Therapy Program
701 Vandiver Dr., Columbia, MO 65202
573-886-7422 Fax: 573-814-1557
Family Facets Therapy offers therapy to individuals, families, and couples and has a focus on working with things such as Depression, Anxiety, and Trauma related issues.
Fees: All Managed Medicaid Plans to Most Managed Medicaid plans and take out Home State Health
Great Circle
4304 Bearfield Rd., Columbia, MO 65201
844-424-3577
https://www.greatcircle.org/index.php/about
Services: 24-Hour Specialized Care, Autism Services, Counseling Services, Crisis Services, Day Programming, Education, Home and Community Based Services, Parenting Support, Super Curricular Programs
Harry S. Truman Memorial Veteran's Hospital
800 Hospital Dr., Columbia, MO 65201
573-814-6000
Truman VA in Columbia, Missouri, serves 43 counties in Missouri as well as Pike County, Illinois, and is one of seven medical center facilities in the VA Heartland Network, a Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN). Truman VA provides a full continuum of care in both inpatient and outpatient settings and is committed to excellent patient care, education and research. The facility offers comprehensive care including primary care, medical and surgical specialties, behavioral health, physical and occupational therapy and pharmacy services.
HeartSpace Clinic
201 W. Broadway, Bldg. 2, Ste. E, Columbia, MO 65203
573-214-0436
HeartSpace Clinic is a non-profit organization offering compassionate, trauma-informed training, consultation and direct services. We are committed to helping our community members build resilience when affected by acute and cumulative stress and trauma. We work with individuals, families, schools, groups and organizations.
Heriford House Counseling Center
1804 Heriford Rd., Columbia, MO 65202
573-639-1094
The Heriford House is a new counseling center in town that has a home like environment. The Heriford House employs diverse therapists and interns. All of our therapist are trained and can work with most issues, however we feel it is important to work with minorities. Whether it is working with black and brown individuals, non-traditional families, and families with children that have problematic behaviors, it is important to do so through a cultural lens. We want to meet our clients where they are at.
Integrative Behavioral Health Clinic
105 E. Ash Street, Ste. 200 2nd Floor, Columbia, MO 65203
573-882-2428 or 573-884-8276
https://muserves.missouri.edu/partners/show/1189
Hours: Thursday, noon to 9 pm only; after hours you may leave a message
The IBHC offers comprehensive integrative behavioral healthcare for adults who are uninsured or unable to afford low cost, high quality care. Services are provided by graduate and doctoral students at the University of Missouri School of Social Work and Counseling Psychology.
Services: Comprehensive Assessments for mental health, resource needs, and other health needs. Individual Counseling; Crisis Intervention; Case Management; Psycho-educational groups for substance abuse. Assessment of needs and referrals to resources - our clinic does not have any monetary services (e.g. bus passes or housing assistance). Free childcare offered during appointments.
Fee: Free of charge
Eligibility: IBHC services for anyone over the age of 18, regardless of the ability to pay
Intake Procedure: Phone, walk-in, referral
Geographic Area Served: Boone and surrounding counties
Lutheran Family and Children’s Services (Pregnant or Parenting Youth)
307 Locust St., Columbia, MO 65201 (Also serves Audrain County)
573-815-9955 or 866-326-5327 (LCFS) Fax: 573-449-4640
Hours: 8:30-4:30
Services: Counseling for women experiencing an unplanned pregnancy, offers parenting skills
or placing child in an adoptive home; advocate for birth mother’s role in her decision; some
funding available for medical costs; adoptive services include domestic and international
adoptions, as well as home studies and post-placement supervision: Resources Parents provides
group support, mentors and individualized case management support for youth who are pregnant
or parenting.
Fee: Fee for adoptions and home studies, no fee for pregnancy counseling
Eligibility: None for pregnancy counseling clients, call for criteria if wanting to adopt
The Missouri Crisis Line is a safe, confidential place to share. Let us help you.
888-761-4357 or text HAND to 839863
MU Bridge Program
573-882-3125 Fax: 877-632-4899
School-Based psychiatry is part of University of Missouri Health Care in Columbia, Missouri. The program provides psychiatric appointments in Boone County Schools for school-aged children who need prompt evaluation and treatment. Children in the program will received an initial psychiatric evaluation with a child psychiatrist, and two to three follow-up appointments at no out-of-pocket cost. Parent(s) or guardians accompany their child to the Bridge appointments. Parents, teachers and providers can contact the school counselors or the Bridge staff directly if they believe a child may benefit from the Bridge program
MU Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Clinic
1000 W. Nifong Blvd, Bldg. 2, Ste. 140, Columbia, MO 65203
573-884-1130
https://www.muhealth.org/locations/child-and-adolescent-psychiatry-clinic
We treat all behavioral health illnesses, including substance-abuse problems that occur with other psychiatric disorders such as depression or anxiety. Our behavioral health clinicians work with doctors, nurses, social workers, counselors, occupational therapists and other specialists to treat the whole person — physically, emotionally and spiritually.
We offer inpatient and outpatient behavioral health care services for adults and children.
Accepts most major insurance including Medicare and Medicaid.
MU Counseling Center
119 Parker Hall, Columbia, MO 65211
573-882-6601 FAX 573-884-4936
https://counseling.missouri.edu/
Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (M-F)
Services: Personal counseling for individuals and couples; testing services; employee assistance program; consultations; group counseling; educational programs
Fee: None
Eligibility: MU students, employee assistance program for MU faculty and staff
Intake Procedures: Services by appointment, crisis services available without appointment
Required Documentation for Services: Student ID
Geographic Area Served: MU
MU Family Impact Center -
105 E Ash Street Suite 200, Columbia, Missouri 65203
573-882-2428
Email: mufamilyimpact@missouri.edu
https://extension2.missouri.edu/programs/mu-family-impact-center
Integrative Behavioral Health Clinic - IBHC offers comprehensive assessments for mental health and other health needs; psychoeducational groups on topics such as substance abuse and coping skills; and clinical services including counseling (for individuals, couples and family), case management and crisis intervention. IBHC also offers the following support groups:
Sustainable Treatment and Goal Exploration Support (STAGES) is a weekly substance abuse treatment program that focuses on supporting individuals’ unique path towards the life they want. This is not a 12-step program and abstinence is not required for membership. Must be 18 or older to attend. Group meets every Thursday 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
The Grief & Loss Support Group is a free 12-week program. The group meets weekly on Mondays 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Check back here for 2019 meeting dates.
MU Psychological Services Clinic
211 S. 8th St., Columbia, MO 65201
573-882-4677
Hours: 9:00-7:00 (Mon), 9:00-9:00 (Tues.-Thurs.), 9:00-5:00 (Fri)
https://psychology.missouri.edu/psychological-services-clinic
Services include individual therapy for children, adolescents, and adults; family therapy; marital/couples therapy; and group therapy. Assessment services include behavioral assessment and psychological testing for children, adolescents, and adults.
Fee assistance provided with appropriate documentation of income to those who cannot afford the standard fees.
Missouri Psychiatric Center
3 Hospital Drive, Columbia, MO 65212
573-884-1255
Open 24 hours
http://www.muhealth.org/locations/missouri-psychiatric-center/
The Missouri Psychiatric Center offers short-term, intensive inpatient treatment services for adults, adolescents and children at our facility adjacent to University Hospital in Columbia, Mo. The center's 61 inpatient beds are divided among three units. A 17-bed unit serves pre-adolescents, ages 5-12, and adolescents, ages 13-17, two units with a total of 44 beds serve adults. The MU Psychiatric Center also offers an emergency room assessment unit to help with crisis stabilization, intake and discharge planning for patients.
Missouri State Dept. of Health and Senior Services
P.O. Box 570, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0570
573-751-6246 or 800-451-0669 Fax: 573-751-6237
Hours: 8:00-5:00 (M-F)
http://health.mo.gov/living/families/shcn/?/SHCN/
Services: Provides in-home support for persons over 60 years of age, or physically or mentally disabled adults; immediate assistance for eligible persons who are victims of abuse, neglect, or exploitation; respite care assistance; adult day care; homemaker care; limited nurse visits; personal care services; information and referral.
Services: Special Healthcare Needs: early identification and health services from birth-age 21, Adult Head Injury Services; coordinates services for adults who have sustained traumatic brain injury; Healthy Children and Youth; provides screening, diagnosis, and treatment under Medicaid for those under age 21
Fee: None for those who qualify under financial needs guideline
Eligibility: Specific to individual programs, most have medical or financial eligibility
requirements
New Horizons Community Support Services, Inc.
1408 Hathman Place, Columbia, MO 65201
573-443-0405
InfoRequest@mo-newhorizons.com
https://www.mo-newhorizons.com/index.php?page_id=15
Hours: Office: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (M-F)
New Horizons assists adults with disabling mental illnesses as well as adults with co-occurring substance use disorders. Services: Community Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program which includes Community Support, Healthcare Home, Medication Services, Crisis Intervention and Resolution, Counseling Services, Psychosocial Rehabilitation (day program), and Residential Services. In Boone County New Horizons also offers a homeless outreach program, Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness (PATH). New Horizons is a nonprofit corporation certified by the MO Dept. of Mental Health and accredited by CARF.
Eligibility: Adults residing in Boone County with severe and persistent mental illness.
Funding: Dept. of Mental Health, Medicaid, Medicare, and the PATH grant.
24 Hour Crisis Hotline: 1-800-395-2132.
Intake Procedures: Phone, walk-in, or by referral to get a screening appointment
Post Partum Support International
English or Spanish 800-944-4773
English text line 800-944-4773
Spanish text line 971-203-7773
The purpose of the organization is to increase awareness among public and professional communities about the emotional changes that women experience during pregnancy and postpartum. Approximately 15% of all women will experience postpartum depression following the birth of a child. Up to 10% will experience depression or anxiety during pregnancy. When the mental health of the mother is compromised, it affects the entire family.
Online Post Partum Support Group http://www.ppdsupportpage.com/
Postpartum Depression & Anxiety
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XjUvk3NJQqSoAsoHqC1A2deDQEblx1Qu/view?usp=sharing
Rainbow House
1611 Towne Dr. Columbia, MO 65202
573-474-6600 ext. 2121 Fax: 573-474-5992
Hours: Office: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (M-F); Facility: 24 hours daily
contact https://www.rainbowhousecolumbia.org/contact/
https://rainbowhousecolumbia.org/
Services: Emergency shelter for abused/neglected children; care for children of families in crisis by private agreement; respite care for children in foster homes; Regional Child Advocacy Center provides site for team interviews of victims of child maltreatment, child SAFE exams and advocate services for victims; Sol House transitional living program for ages 16-21; outpatient counseling for individuals and families affected by child abuse; group counseling; child abuse resource library
Fee: None for shelter care, sliding fee or no charge for counseling, Medicaid accepted
Eligibility: Shelter serves children (ages 0-18) and families in crisis (self-referral or Children’s
Division referral); Child Advocacy Center is available to law enforcement, DFS, juvenile office,
and prosecuting attorney; counseling is open to any individual or family affected by child abuse.
South Providence Psychiatry - MU Health Care
551 E. Southampton Dr., Ste. 2100, Columbia, MO 65201
573-882-2511 FAX: 573-884-4515
https://www.muhealth.org/locations/south-providence-psychiatry
Each person has unique needs, so your care plan will be personalized to you. We draw from a broad range of therapies and techniques to develop your treatment. Our goal is to help you recover and begin the healing process.
Spectrum Health Care
1123 Wilkes Blvd, Suite 250, Columbia, MO 65201
573-875-8687 800-785-2437
Clinic: 573-514-7312
HOURS: Monday-Thursday 8am-12pm and 1-5pm
Please note: A presrceen phone call is required for scheduling an appointment for any services or to enter building.
At Spectrum Health Care, we provide an array of health-related services, accept most insurances including Medicare and Medicaid, and offer a sliding-scale for those uninsured, under-insured, or unemployed. Our clinic offers primary care with referrals to other services as needed, including diagnostics, imagining, dental, vision, orthopedic and psychiatric care.
Free HIV and STD/STI testing
HOUSING ASSISTANCE: We provide long-term assistance in the form of rent and mortgage payments. Additionally, supportive assistance is provided for utilities, emergency housing, rental and utilities deposits, referrals and coordination with case management services.
Geographic Area Served: North-Central Missouri counties
Other Languages Spoken: Spanish
True North of Columbia
P.O. Box 1367, Columbia, MO 65205
Office: 573-875-0503 Shelter: 573-875-1369 Hotline: 573-875-1370
Fax: 573-875-0518
Open 24 hours daily
http://truenorthofcolumbia.org/
True North serves those who are fleeing or would like to flee abusive domestic or sexual violence situations. Victims of domestic violence include those who are being abused either, physically, verbally, emotionally and/or psychologically by an intimate partner. Sexual violence victims include those who have been a victim of rape, sexual assault/harassment, human trafficking or stalking. We have a 24/7 hotline that you can call and an emergency shelter. We also provide orders of protection, case management, crisis intervention, counseling, support groups, domestic violence/sexual assault education, court and hospital advocacy, children’s services and outreach to any victim regardless of whether they are residing in our shelter or not.
Fee: All services of FREE and confidential for victims and their minor children
Eligibility: Must be experiencing domestic or sexual violence and wanting a safe way out of or a safer way to stay in the relationship.
Valley Hope of Boonville
1415 Ashley Road , Boonville, Missouri 65233
660-882-6547 Admissions: 800-544-5101
https://valleyhope.org/locations/missouri/boonville-treatment-center/
Valley Hope of Boonville provides medically-monitored detox and withdrawal management, residential addiction treatment, outpatient programs and family counseling. Our treatment and recovery experts customize a comprehensive treatment plan for each patient that addresses physical, mental, spiritual and emotional health needs. Each treatment team works hand in hand, side by side with patients and families to heal from addiction and reclaim their lives through recovery.
Services: Subacute medical detox, 24-hour nursing care, Individual and group counseling Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) Milieu therapy, Family Care, Chaplain services, 12-step recovery program, Intensive Outpatient Therapy (IOP) (MWF, 6-9PM, six week program), Individual and group counseling, Family Care Assessments, Continuing care, Group Therapy.
Services: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Relationship Therapy, Therapy for Seniors, Work - Life - Balance, Mediation Services Overview, Family Mediation, Civil Mediation, Co-Mediation
Crisis and Emergency Shelter Resources
Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri
2201 West Main, P.O. Box 104626, Jefferson City, MO 65110
(573) 635-7719 Fax: (573) 635-7721
Hours: 8 am to 4:30 pm
Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri (CCCNMO), an entity of the Diocese of Jefferson City, responds to the needs of people in 38 counties regardless of faith, culture, or situation. This includes services for refugees and immigrants, those with food insecurity, mental health needs, health and nutrition education, and disaster preparation and response. Through the Health and Nutrition Services program, CCCNMO partners with the Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri to facilitate the Senior Food Box and Buddy Pack programs. To learn more about these and other programs, visit https://cccnmo.diojeffcity.org./
Central Missouri Community Action - Boone County Family Resource Office
800 N. Providence Rd., Columbia, MO 65201
573-443-1100
Hours: 8 - 5, M - 5
Central Missouri Community Action Services: Early Head Start, Head Start, Resource Coordinators, Financial Coaching, Skill-Up Program, Health Care Advocates, Community Organizing, Energy Assistance, Family Success Coaching, Foster Grandparent Program, The BRIDGE, Home Weatherization, ShowMe Healthy Relationships, Housing Choice Voucher (formerly Section 8), USDA Housing, and Housing Development.
Columbia/Boone County Dept. of Public Health and Human Services
1005 W. Worley, Columbia, MO 65205
573-874-7758 TTY 573-874-7356 Fax: 573-874-7756
https://www.como.gov/health/human-services/
Provides a variety of direct social services including: medication assistance, utility assistance, pregnancy testing and support, health insurance/coverage, Health Homes Home Visiting Program, bus pass assistance, and an online resource guide ComoResources.
Columbia Homeless Outreach Team (CHOT)
www.basicneedscoalition.org/columbia-homeless-outreach-team-chot
(CHOT) is made up of representatives from the following organizations: Burrell, Phoenix, VA, Rainbow House, Turning Point, and New Horizons. CHOT has representatives at Turning Point (702 Wilkes Blvd, Ste 301) Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8 AM – 10 AM. On Fridays, they visit camps, downtown, Flat Branch park and any other known locations. If you are unsheltered and would like someone to check in on you on Fridays, please contact any member of our team. CHOT can assist with food, water, supplies and getting an individual connected with services and housing.
Love Columbia
1209 E. Walnut St, Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 256-7662 Furniture donation line: 573-447-0020
clientreferral@columbialoveinc.org
furniturereferral@columbialoveinc.org
Information Library: http://www.columbialoveinc.org/information-library/
Hours: Administrative Office: 8:30-4:30 (M-F); Client request telephone line open Monday-Wednesday 8:30am - 9:30am, and Wednesday 3:30pm - 4:30pm.
The Love Seat Resale Store: 10:00-5:00 (M-F), 9:00-4:00 (Sat)
Services: An intake interview is offered for the purpose of assessment and goal setting. Subsequently information and referral may be provided and/or enrollment in one of our programs. Love Columbia Information Library lists Love INC's most frequently requested documents. Programs include: Side by Side - individual coaching in the areas of life purpose, basic budgeting, job search, housing search, and credit score building. Extra Mile - 16 week, high accountability money management coaching with rewards/incentives. Extra Mile Homes – Four to six month transitional housing with money management and person coaching. The Love Seat – Free basic needs furniture for those in crisis or transition with church/agency verified need; resale store for those desiring to purchase low-cost items. Bike 2 to the Future – Free bicycle, helmet and lock for adults needing transportation to work or school.
Fee: None
Eligibility: City of Columbia residents
Intake Procedures: Agencies or church staff may email a referral to clientreferral@columbialoveinc.org or furniturereferral@columbialoveinc.org or leave a message on line 2. Clients may leave a message on line 1 on Monday-Wednesday 8:30am - 9:30am, and Wednesday 3:30pm - 4:30pm.
Staff is not available for walk-in appointments.
Required Documentation for Services: Permission for verification following intake interview as needed
Geographic Area Served: City of Columbia
Foreign Languages Spoken: Spanish
Missouri State Children's Division
212 Portland St., Columbia, MO 65201
573-441-5952
Services: Foster home placement, adoption services, family centered services, abuse and neglect hotline investigations
Missouri Department of Social Services
Boone County Family Support Division
601 Business Loop 70 W #272, Columbia, MO 65203
855-373-4636 855-FSD-INFO or 800-392-1261(automated line)
Relay Missouri: 711 (Information line if you are hearing and/or speech impaired)
Text Telephone: 800-735-2966 TTD Voice Access: 800-735-2466
https://mydss.mo.gov/food-assistance/food-stamp-program
Services: TANF, Temporary Assistance for children deprived of the support of one or both parents, blind pension, food stamps, child care support, Missouri HealthNet.
Fee: Free
Eligibility: Services available based on income
New Horizons Community Support Services, Inc.
1408 Hathman Place, Columbia, MO 65201
573-443-0405
InfoRequest@mo-newhorizons.com
https://www.mo-newhorizons.com/index.php?page_id=15
Hours: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (Mon.-Fri.)
New Horizons assists adults with disabling mental illnesses as well as adults with co-occurring substance use disorders. Services: Community Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program which includes Community Support, Healthcare Home, Medication Services, Crisis Intervention and Resolution, Counseling Services, Psychosocial Rehabilitation (day program), and Residential Services. In Boone County, New Horizons also offers a homeless outreach program, Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness (PATH). New Horizons is a nonprofit corporation certified by the MO Dept. of Mental Health and accredited by CARF.
Eligibility: Adults residing in Boone County with severe and persistent mental illness.
Funding: Dept. of Mental Health, Medicaid, Medicare and the PATH grant.
24 Hour Crisis Hotline: 800-395-2132.
Intake Procedures: Phone, walk-in, or by referral to get a screening appointment.
St. Vincent de Paul Society
903 Bernadette Drive, Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 424-1022, leave message
Hours: Vary
Services: Assistance with rent, utility bill, prescription medication or gasoline
Fee: No fee
Eligibility: Columbia residents in need
Turning Point at Wilkes Boulevard United Methodist Church
702 Wilkes Blvd., Columbia, MO 65201
573-449-4363 or 573-214-4077
Monday-Friday, 8am-12pm and Mon, Weds, Fri, 5-6pm
Housed on the third floor of the church building, Turning Point is a daily basic needs provider and referral center for our neighbors living on the streets of Columbia. Trained staff to move folks out of homelessness. We offer showers, laundry facilities, sock exchange, internet access, cell phone charging, telephone access, a mailing address, personal storage, and many other things.
Voluntary Action Center (VAC)
403A Vandiver Drive, Columbia, MO 65202
573-874-2273 Fax 573-874-9172
Services Provided: Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - noon & 1 - 4 p.m. Appointments only on Mon, Tues, and Thur. Walk-ins Wed and Fri.
SERVICES: Financial Assistance with: Missouri Birth Certificates, Photo IDs, Prescriptions, Medical and Dental Copayments, Food Handler Cards required by employer, Baby Formula for WIC clients, Gas for work and medical appointments, Work Uniforms required for new employment, Car Repair for employed individuals, Rent and Motel Assistance (based on availability and grant guidelines)
In-Kind Assistance: Emergency Food, Hygiene Products, Feminine Hygiene Products, Household Cleaning Products, Diapers and Wipes, Go COMO Bus Tickets, Clothing Vouchers, Safe Kids Car Seat Vouchers
Seasonal Programs: Homes for Computers (school-age children), Window Air Conditioner Exchange, Summer Fans, Lunch in the Park (summer lunch for school-age children), Back to School Health Fair (school supplies for school-age children), Warm Up Columbia (winter clothing), Holiday Program (holiday gifts and meals)
ELIGIBILITY: Client must be a current Boone County resident and gross income for everyone living at the Address must be at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.
Columbia Housing Authority
201 Switzler St, Columbia, MO 65203
573-443-2556 Fax 573-443-0051
Hours: 8-5 pm Monday through Friday
Services: Subsidized housing for low income persons (Family Sites in Downtown and at Bear Creek), Elderly Housing (Oak
Towers), and Housing for the Persons with Disabilities and the Elderly (Paquin Towers); Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program provides rental
assistance vouchers to individuals and families in private rental housing; homeless assistance;
self-sufficiency programs, social work and independent living service coordination; youth
educational and activity program; Youth Community Coalition and Drug-Free Communities;
computer labs for residents, resident laundries; medical
transportation assistance for residents; Money Smart classes.
Eligibility: Household income guidelines, rental history and criminal background checks, no
violent or drug-related criminal history within the past 5 years.
Fees: Rent based on approximately 30% of adjusted household income, no fee for other services.
Columbia Oaks Apartments
609 N Columbia Street, Centralia, Missouri 65240
573-682-1372
Columbia Oaks Apartments is a 16 unit affordable housing community in Centralia, Missouri. This property has received funding through the Low Income Housing Tax Credit program, monthly rent cannot exceed the Tax Credit maximum rent. Households earning less than 60% of the area median income qualify for units with reduced rent.
Edenton Ridge
573-777-7500
http://ahl.mhdc.com/details.aspx?pr=1254
Edenton Ridge is a special needs housing development has 24-units and is located on the north side of Columbia, Missouri. Income limits may apply.
Freedom House Apartments
107 North William Street, Columbia, MO 65201
573-875-6644
Hours: M, W, F 9:00-4:30
http://www.publichousing.com/details/freedom_house_columbia#page_start
HUD subsidized 1, 2, or 3 bedroom
Fee: Rent varies based on income
Eligibility: One family member must require barrier free housing for disabled or elderly.
Halo Home - Transitional Living Program
3519 Bennett Lane Jefferson City MO 65101
573-418-9912
We provide housing for single, pregnant, and parenting girls ages 16-21 who are in homeless situations.
Reality House
1900 E. Prathersville Rd., Columbia, MO 65202
573-449-8117
contact https://www.realityhouse.org/contact_us.php
Reality House Programs, Inc. is a not-for-profit community based agency with four locations in Columbia, Missouri. Residential services are provided in a modern facility located in a pastoral setting while our outpatient services and transitional housing are conveniently located in the heart of town. The corporate focus of all services provided by Reality House Programs, Inc. is on substance abuse treatment, community corrections, and the re-entry process our clients undertake in their endeavor to become fully functioning members of society. Our diverse and professional staff offer treatment, case management, transitional re-entry, and correctional services in a structured environment with a philosophy based on a restorative justice model of habilitation.
The variety of programming offered at Reality House Programs is designed to provide a continuum of counseling, substance abuse treatment, and correctional services in a community setting. We are a unique agency offering residential and outpatient treatment, educational services, housing, detention, and diversion services to adult men and women. Our participants generally have employment, accountability, and/or substance abuse treatment concerns. Participants are taught to take responsibility for their life choices.
Rock The Community
310 Tiger Ln, Columbia, MO 65203
573-228-8469
https://rocthecommunity.com/index.html
Rock The Community is a 501c3 organization geared towards youth development and community wellness our goal is to help bridge the gap between local government and policing agencies and the communities they serve.
Currently accepting applications for rental assistance. Must live in Columbia, MO and gross income for everyone living in the household cannot exceed 200% of Federal Poverty Guidelines.
Food and Meals
Ashland Baptist Church - Mobile Food Pantry
203 E Broadway, Ashland, MO 65010
Distribution: 3rd Tuesday 3 pm to 6:30 pm
https://www.ashlandbaptist.org/mobile_food_bank
Central Pantry
1007 Big Bear Blvd., Columbia, MO 65202
573-874-7848 Fax 573-874-3064
Hours: Tuesday through Friday:10- 4 pm, Saturday 10 - 2
https://sharefoodbringhope.org/central-pantry-boone-county
Services: Provides food for needy families or individuals in Boone County.
Eligibility: Must be poverty level or crisis situation
Fees: None
Columbia/Boone County Public Health & Human Services - Mobile Food Pantry
1005 W. Worley St., Columbia, MO 65203
Distribution: 4th Wednesday 4 pm to 6 pm
Columbia Church of the Nazarene
2601 Blue Ridge Rd., Columbia, MO 65202
573-474-5787
Wednesdays: 6 pm
Columbia Farmers Market
1769 W Ash St, Columbia, MO 65203
573-823-6889
Summer Season: Saturdays: 8am-12pm (March 9-October)
Winter Season: Saturdays 9am-12pm (Nov.-March)
Weekday Season: Tuesdays 10am-1pm & Thursdays 3-7pm (May-October)
Services: Offers locally grown or produced goods to the public including fruits, vegetable, meats, breads, plants and flowers. The Access to Healthy Food (AHF) program helps low-income families with young children eat healthy food by matching SNAP and WIC benefits at the Columbia Farmers Market. Families that receive SNAP and/or WIC benefits with children under the age of 19 are eligible to double their benefits up to $35.
Eligibility: Anyone can attend the market, located at the corner of West Blvd. and Worley
Fees: Free to customers
Columbia Housing Authority - Annie Fisher Food Pantry
616 Park Ave, Columbia MO 65201
Wednesdays: 9am - 6pm
http://www.columbiaha.com/services/annie-fisher-food-pantry
Any client being assisted by the Columbia Housing Authority
Columbia Square Town Homes
1715 W. Worley, Ste. C, Columbia, MO 65203
573-303-3212
Distribution: M - F, 10 am to 2 pm
Douglass Park Summer Lunch Program
400 N. Providence, Columbia, MO 65203
June - August, 11:30am - 1pm, Douglass Park Main Shelter
573-874-7384
https://www.como.gov/health/wic/summer-lunch/
We are providing free, nutritional lunches to children 18 years of age or younger through our Lunch in the Park Program at Douglass Park
Hallsville Food Pantry
Hallsville Baptist Church, 115 Elizabeth St., Hallsville, MO 65255
573-474-1020 Fourth Tuesday of every month: 4:00 - 6:30pm
What to bring: photo ID, proof of address, Social Security cards for every member of the household, boxes, bags or baskets to carry the food.
Salvation Army
1108 W. Ash, Columbia, MO 65203
573-442-3229 Fax 573-449-6185
Hours: 9:00a.m.-4:30p.m. (M-F)
http://www.salvationarmycomo.org/
Services: Food pantry M,T,Th,F from noon to 2; clothing vouchers; disaster assistance; Christmas assistance; casework
services and referrals for transients and resident: youth activities for ages 6-18
Fee: None for most services, program service fee of 10% is asked for Harbor House residents
Eligibility: Must have need
Seventh Day Adventist Food Pantry
320 W. Hwy 22, Centralia, MO 65240
Distribution: 2nd and 3rd Monday, 9 am to 2 pm
St. Luke UMC
204 E. Ash, Columbia, MO 65203
573-443-5423
11:30 am every second Sunday
Sturgeon Ministerial Alliance Pantry
101 E. Smith St., Sturgeon, MO 65284
Distribution: 1st and 3rd Saturday, 9 am to 11 am
Health and Medical Care
Compass Health - Family Health Center
1001 West Worley, Columbia, MO 65203
573-214-2314 877-677-4342
Compass Health Network - Broadway East Medical
1705 E. Broadway, Ste. 340, Columbia, MO 65201
573-886-6930 877-677-4342
https://compasshealthnetwork.org/location/columbia-5/
Services: Primary healthcare for infants, children, adults, and seniors: health maintenance and preventive care, chronic disease management, family planning, mental health services,
medication assistance, healthcare and social service referrals, dental care, language translation
Fee: Sliding scale based on documented household income, Medicaid, MC+, Medicare, some commercial insurance, MO Dept. of Health Show Me Healthy Missourians grant
Eligibility: Anyone experiencing difficulties accessing healthcare, including low-income families, the uninsured, underinsured, and undocumented.
Harry S. Truman Memorial Veteran's Hospital
800 Hospital Dr., Columbia, MO 65201
573-814-6000
Truman VA in Columbia, Missouri, serves 43 counties in Missouri as well as Pike County, Illinois, and is one of seven medical center facilities in the VA Heartland Network, a Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN). Truman VA provides a full continuum of care in both inpatient and outpatient settings and is committed to excellent patient care, education and research. The facility offers comprehensive care including primary care, medical and surgical specialties, behavioral health, physical and occupational therapy and pharmacy services.
MedZou Community Health Clinic
Family Impact Center
105 E. Ash St., 2nd floor, Columbia, MO 65203
Scheduling 573-356-2499 Fax 573-884-2988
https://medicine.missouri.edu/education/medzou/
Hours: 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Thursdays
This student-operated medical clinic focuses on providing high quality patient care to uninsured residents of Central Missouri, while also advocating on behalf of our patients regarding access to medical care and other basic needs.
NEW PATIENTS
Thank you for your interest in scheduling an appointment with MedZou. In order to ensure that you receive the best possible medical care, we screen all new patients through the Family Health Center (FHC). Please call the FHC at 573-214-2314 or 877-677-4342. Ask for a social worker and tell them that you need to be screened for MedZou. The FHC will then provide MedZou with the contact information for all screened patients, so that we can contact you to schedule your visit. Please remember to bring the following to your appointment: Photo ID (if available), List of all your current medications.
RETURNING PATIENTS
To schedule an appointment, please call 573-356-2499. Please remember to bring the following to your appointment:
List of all your current medications
Income information (see below)
INCOME INFORMATION
We ask MedZou patients to bring income information to their appointments. We know that this is a sensitive topic for patients, so it is your decision if you would like to bring your financial information. Your income information will not affect your medical care at MedZou. However, it can help you obtain expensive medications for free through the Patient Assistance Programs (PAP) offered by drug companies. Some forms of income information accepted by drug companies are listed below, with the best forms listed first. Last year’s federal tax returns (Form 1040). If you filed taxes last year but don’t have a copy of your form, we can help you obtain a copy. Last month’s wage statements. Proof of unemployment. Proof of food stamps
HOURS AND SERVICES
The MedZou primary care clinic is open every Thursday evening from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Appointments are required and walk-ins are not accepted. Call the MedZou scheduling number for an appointment.
MedZou provides free primary care for uninsured patients in the central Missouri at the weekly regular clinic.