ACT for Depression and Anxiety
This group teaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) skills that have been proven to assist with tolerating uncomfortable emotions and recognizing one's values. Fee: $110 per session
Andrew Taegel, M.Ed., LPC, CRADC
29 S 9th St, Suite 207, Columbia, MO 65201
573-544-0303
Alcoholics Anonymous
www.d12aa.org (for list of meeting times and places) or 573-442-4424
Al Anon
573-443-3059 or 573-442-4424
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.
Monday @ 5:30 PM- Hope Al-Anon virtual meeting, email ThereIsHopeCoMo@gmail.com for the log-in specifics.
Monday @ 7:30 PM- Serenity ODAAT Al-Anon meets in-person at ODAAT Oasis ALANO Club, 1206 Business Loop W, Suite C, Westport Center, Columbia, MO.
Tuesday @ 12 PM- Hope for Healing meets in-person at St. Andrew's Lutheran Church, 914 West Blvd, Columbia, MO. Closed meeting for family and friends of alcoholics.
Tuesday @ 7 PM- New Hope Al-Anon meets in-person at the First Christian Church in Bethany Hall, 101 N. 10th St, Columbia, MO.
Wednesday @ 7:30 PM- Keep It Simple Al-Anon meets in-person at Broadway Christian Church, 2601 W. Broadway, Columbia, MO. Third Wednesday of the month is an Open Meeting for family, friends, and observers.
Thursday @ 12 PM- Hope for Healing meets in-person at St. Andrew's Lutheran Church, 914 West Blvd, Columbia, MO. Closed meeting for family and friends of alcoholics.
Friday @ 12 PM- Noon Al-Anon offers a hybrid meeting format. In-person is Mid America Bank, 580 Karen Dr, Holts Summit, MO. Conference call dial-in number is 425-436-6365. Access code: 793453#. Call is toll-free. This is a closed meeting only for family and friends of alcoholics.
Friday @ 7 PM- New Hope Al-Anon virtual meeting via Zoom. Please request meeting ID and password by emailing newhopeafgcomo@gmail.com.
Saturday @ 11 AM- Gratitude Al-Anon offers a hybrid meeting format. In-person is at Fairview Road Church, 201 S. Fairview Rd, Columbia, MO. Childcare provided for children ages 9 and under. Zoom Meeting ID: 999 6868 0678 Password: 12
Sunday @ 4 PM- Help and Hope Al-Anon meets in-person at Lighthouse Church, 2848 County Road 147, Kingdom City, MO. Last Sunday of the month is an open meeting for family, friends, and observers.
Alateen (youth aged 13-19 affected by family or friend's drinking)
573-443-3059
Welcome to attend Al-Anon meetings. See list of meeting times under "Al Anon" section above.
Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders Association
800-272-3900
Alzheimer's Support Group
2609 E Broadway, Columbia, MO 65201
24 hour helpline 800-272-3900, Mid-Missouri Area 573-808-4972
Alzheimer's Caregiver Virtual Support Group
Meets every Wednesday at 2 PM.
For more information, contact Amelia Cottle at 573-808-4972.
American Cancer Society
800-227-2345
Available 24 hours, 7 days a week to help answer questions.
Brain Injury Support Group
Columbia Support Group meets every 2nd Thursday of the month from 6:30 PM to 8 PM. For more information, bisgcomo@gmail.com.
Join Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/674815606651001/
Breast and Gynecological Cancer Group
For Breast Cancer patients, survivors, and their loved ones in Mid-Missouri. Group meets every 2nd Wednesday of the month.
Contact Kathy Windmoeller for more information: 573-999-4195 or 573-443-0622
Cancer Caregiver Support Group
For Cancer patients, survivors, and their loved ones.
For more information, contact Deb Palmer at 573-884-1509 or 573-884-2543.
The Center Project
805 Fairview Ave, Columbia, MO 65201
573-449-1188
http://www.thecenterproject.org/
A group of individuals dedicated to establishing a community center for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning and ally community in Mid-Missouri. Designed as a safe and open space, TCP supports the under-served sexuality and gender-based groups within the region, including youth, families, and those living in rural communities.
Central Missouri Stop Human Trafficking Coalition
503 W Nifong Blvd, Suite H #206, Columbia, MO 65201
866-590-5959
help@stophumantraffickingmo.com
www.stophumantraffickingmo.com
This volunteer run organization provides direct services to victims of human trafficking, advocacy and support. Services also include education and training on human trafficking, available to any group or organization.
Child Care Aware of Missouri
955 Executive Parkway Dr, Suite 106, St. Louis, MO 63141
866-351-5829
https://mo.childcareaware.org/parents-families/
Free service for families searching for child care available online.
Children's Hospital Case Management
573-875-9000 (request social work to be paged)
https://www.muhealth.org/locations/childrens-hospital/case-management
The Department of Care Coordination provides family-centered services to children and families in order to help with the social, financial, psychological, and spiritual needs associated with illness and hospitalizations. Weekday and weekend services available.
Columbia Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group
573-449-4690
Meets in-person every 3rd Thursday from 4:30 PM to 6 PM at the Alzheimer's Association Office, 2609 E Broadway, Columbia, MO.
Columbia Entertainment Company
1800 Nelwood Dr, Columbia, MO 65202
573-474-3699
Provides quality live theater experiences and educational opportunities for all ages.
Columbia Newcomers Club
573-414-4190
https://www.facebook.com/columbiawelcome/
Offers new residents the opportunity to meet people and learn about the community.
Combat Zone PTSD Group
Vet Center: 573-814-6206
Learn more about trauma and its effects and how to develop relaxation and anger management skills.
Crossing Twenties - The Crossing Church
3615 Southland Dr, Columbia, MO 65201
573-256-4410
https://thecrossingchurch.com/Ministry/Adults/Twenties
Crossing Twenties is a community for men and women who are in their twenties but out of college. These years are often full of transitions and challenges, so this group helps individuals navigate these things. Christian-based. Offers small groups, Twenties Talks, and social events.
Crossroads Program
573-256-8020
https://www.thecrossroadsprogram.com/
Support for parents of adolescents with substance abuse issues
Domestic Violence Support Group
Support group for women who are in or have been involved in abusive relationships.
For more information, contact True North of Columbia at 573-875-0503.
Downtown Community Improvement District
573-442-6816
https://www.discoverthedistrict.com/
https://ray-circle-hkkj.squarespace.com/events
Promotion of the downtown business area.
Easter Seals Midwest-Autism Services
918 Bernadette Dr, Columbia, MO 65203
573-874-3777 or 800-675-4241
https://www.easterseals.com/midwest/who-we-are/locations/central-missouri-services.html
Provides crisis intervention and behavior management training for parents/families of autistic children; consultation and training for direct care staff.
Emotions Anonymous
651-647-9712
https://emotionsanonymous.org/
A 12 step program to develop skills to choose perspective and bring peace of mind.
Foster And Adoptive Parents of Boone County
573-657-1878 Karen Anderson
https://nacac.org/connect/parent-group/name/boone-county-fosteradoptive-parent-support-group/
Gender Blender
A social and supportive space for transgender and non-binary adults to connect, have fun, and access resources. It is a community-based space providing a welcoming, affirming, non-judgmental place to meet with other trans and non-binary adults. Gender Blender meetings are private and exclusively for transgender and non-binary adults (18+). Cis partners, friends, and family members are welcome to join at events throughout the year!
Grief Support Group Session
Group meets every 2nd Thursday of the month from 4 PM to 5 PM.
Address: 3050 I-70 Dr SE, Suite 100, Columbia, MO
Contact Joanna McDowell for more information: 573-443-8360.
Head and Neck Cancer Support Group
For cancer patients, survivors, and their loved ones.
Meets every 2nd Wednesday of the month from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM.
Address: Wyatt Guest House, 317 Business Loop 70 W, Columbia, MO.
Contact Dana Kee for more information: 573-884-1509 or 573-884-2543.
Heart of Missouri CASA
105 E Ash St, #102, Columbia, MO 65203
573-442-4670
Provides court-based child advocacy
Hospice Compassus Grief Support Group
1401 Hathman Pl, Columbia, MO 65201
Grief/bereavement support
573-443-8360 Joanna McDowell
Infant Loss Resources
1120 S 6th St, Suite 500, St. Louis, MO 63104
800-421-3511
Services for those affected by the tragedy of SIDS, including supportive services for families, community education, research, and referrals to support groups.
La Leche League
573-340-6555
https://www.facebook.com/LaLecheLeagueofColumbiaMO/
Meeting for pregnant and breast-feeding moms and their babies
Leukemia, Lymphoma, Myeloma Support Group
Support group for cancer patients, survivors, and their loved ones.
Online support available from 9 AM to 9 PM.
For more information, contact 800-955-4572 or go to http://www.lls.org/support/information-specialists.
LGBTQIA+ Parenting Support Group
573-449-1188
https://www.facebook.com/TCPParents4Parents
https://centerproject.org/parents4parents/
Parents 4 Parents (P4P) is an open organization for parents of LGBTQIA+ youth and adult children. We invite participation from parents who celebrate their child’s identities, those who are trying to understand, those who can’t understand, and those who don’t know where they stand. We invite questions and open dialogue to support and celebrate parents, increase knowledge, dispel myths, navigate the coming out process, share concerns, and celebrate joys. We offer support, education, and resources to families. Our group also has members who advocate for our kids rights and legal protections. Meets in-person every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
Local Motion
201 W Broadway, Building 2, Suite A, Columbia, MO 65203
573-999-9894
The vision is a healthy and active community, and the mission is to create a comprehensive active transportation network, promote healthy lifestyles for all, and engage the community through education and advocacy.
Look Good, Feel Better (American Cancer Society)
800-227-2345
https://lookgoodfeelbetter.org/
Missouri Cancer Associates is offering a free program that teaches beauty techniques to women in active cancer treatment, to help them combat appearance-related side effects.
Virtual workshops can be found here: https://lookgoodfeelbetter.org/virtual-workshops/
MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving)
1105 Southwest Blvd, Suite B, Jefferson City, MO 65109
573-636-2460
Victim Assistance 800-736-6233
Victim services: Support to the victims of impaired driving to include, but not limited to emotional support, advocacy in the courts and assistance with completing Crime Victims Compensation information. Court Monitoring – monitor various courts throughout the state of Missouri, tracking DWI convictions, as well as building relationships within the court systems. Victim Impact Panel – a program that provides insight or ‘perspective’ of individuals whose lives have been impacted by impaired driving. Speaker include those who have lost loved ones or their loved ones have been injured, victims who are survivors of a crash, law enforcement, firefighters, etc.
Men Exploring Non-Violent Directions- Family Counseling Center of Missouri, Inc.
117 N Garth Ave, Columbia, MO 65201
573-449-2581
Program for men with a history of domestic violence
Men's Support Group
2100 E Broadway, Suite 213, Columbia, MO 65201
573-449-0120
We have an opening for a man who wants to do men's work. We tell each other our truth about our self and our life in a safe, supportive, confidential, non-shaming environment. Fee: $20 - $30
Mid-Missouri Fellowship of Reconciliation (FOR)
Jeff Stack: 573-449-4585 or jstack@formissouri.org
https://www.facebook.com/MIDMOFOR/
A group of people of various faiths or no particular faith who come together to support non-violence, justice, and peace.
Mid-Missouri Lung Cancer Support
1413 Rangeline St, Columbia, MO
Cancer patients, survivors, and their loved ones can gain both insight and strength to better cope the disease and life changes.
Meets every 3rd Thursday of every month from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM.
For more information, contact Blanche Lasta at 573-882-2100.
Mid-Missouri Stroke Support Group
Regina Pauley: 573-446-3000 ext. 3436 or regina.pauley@heart.org
https://www.stroke.org/en/stroke-groups/midmissouri-stroke-support-group
Support group for stroke survivors and their caregiver/facilitators
Mid-Missouri Suicide Bereavement Support Group
Scott Perkins, 913-703-444 ScottPerkinsMSW@gmail.com
Hillary Williams, 573-253-4087 HillaryWilliams90@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/MidMOBereavement/
Meets continuously throughout the year, first Wednesday of each month, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Boone Electric Co-Op Community Room, 1413 Rangeline St, Columbia MO
Missouri Office of Minority Health - Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
800-877-3180
https://health.mo.gov/living/families/minorityhealth/
Serves as a voice of advocacy and advice for the community in identifying and improving minority health status; serves with the purpose of establishing and maintaining meaningful communication on minority health issues; and develops and submits specific recommendations to the Department of Health and Senior Services that will have a positive impact on minority health and wellness disparities at the local level and statewide.
Minority Men's Network
511 E Broadway, Columbia, MO 65201
https://www.facebook.com/people/Minority-Mens-Network-and-Educational-Foundation/100064468521242/
Encourage minority men to serve and lead in this community, identifies issues affecting the minority community
Money Smart Classes
Free financial education and home-ownership classes through Columbia Housing Authority
573-443-2556
Mothers of Children with Autism
Lora Hinkel: lorahinkel@hotmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/groups/40626928791/
Share information and resources
MPACT (Missouri Parents Act)
A statewide advocacy, information, and resource organization serving children with disabilities, their families, and consumers.
800-743-7634
https://www.missouriparentsact.org/
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Institute
1 Hospital Dr, DC 411, Columbia, MO 65212
573-882-6767
Jamie McDonald: mcdonaldja@health.missouri.edu
https://www.muhealth.org/conditions-treatments/neurosciences/multiple-sclerosis-institute
https://www.facebook.com/mizzouRAMS
Support group for individuals and family members with Multiple Sclerosis.
NA (Narcotics Anonymous)
Support groups meet at various times and locations in Columbia and Mid-Missouri for persons who desire to stop abusing narcotics.
To learn more about meetings and times, go to https://midmissourina.com/find-a-meeting/
800-945-HOPE (4673) or 573-634-5123
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
Tim Harlan: 573-874-2402
https://www.facebook.com/NAMIColumbiaMO/
Support group for families, friends, and advocates of the mentally ill and survivors of mental illness.
National Association of Retired Federal Employees
Emerson Kretzer: 816-262-0043 or rajiv@yahoo.com
Promote interests and provide community service for retired federal employees.
Nutrition and Diabetes Education at Boone Hospital
Broadway Medical Plaza 3: 1701 E Broadway, Suite 102, Columbia, MO 65201
573-815-3870
Covers various topics and focuses on the implications of the disease. Appointments and doctor referrals only.
OEF/OIF Support Group, Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans' Hospital
800 Hospital Dr, Columbia, MO 65201
573-814-0842
Provides a supportive environment for Veterans to discuss their concerns and successes. Discuss common difficulties in reintegrating into civilian life after deployment.
Overeaters Anonymous
914 West Blvd, Room 107, Columbia, MO 65203 (St. Andrew's Lutheran Church)
A 12 step group fellowship for individuals helping one another recover from overeating, anorexia, bulimia and compulsive eating.
Meets every Sunday at 3 PM. Hybrid format. Meeting phone #: 971-224-6611. Meeting Pin #: 982571
ParentLink Kinship Navigator Program
833-546-4543
573-882-7323
https://education.missouri.edu/navigators/
Provides ongoing, problem-solving support, quality information, and connection to services to kinship caregivers. Kinship care is an arrangement that allows grandparents, relatives, and non-relative loved ones to provide safe and caring homes for children when the parents cannot. Kinship arrangements can be an informal agreement between the parents and the caregivers or a formal placement that involves the child welfare system.
Whether your kinship care arrangement is informal or formal, long or short term, ParentLink can help you access the services, resources and support you need for yourself and the children in your care. You are not alone!
Meets virtually every 2nd Thursday of the month from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. https://mailmissouri.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ParentLinkDataReports-Ogrp/EWmwayCzt85Ojul6s3KnyucBwsGEeUY40B1xjidgdfjuuQ?e=bOYUyA
Meets virtually ever 2nd Tuesday of the month from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM. https://mailmissouri.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/ParentLinkDataReports-Ogrp/EWRTYZGYvD1MgByeRDvdVZEB2CfZAGAO38NkzIB00wBCUA
Parentlink WarmLine
Proved services statewide for both parents and professionals for family strengthening information and support. Open 8:00 to 5:00 M - F.
parentlink@missouri.edu facebook.com/parentlink
800-552-8522 or 573-882-7323 Spanish: 888-460-0008
People First of Boone County
2700 W Ash St, Columbia, MO 65203
573-874-1995
Mark Satterwhite: msatterwhite@bcfr.org
https://peoplefirstbc.wixsite.com/my-site-1
People First is a self-advocacy group. The members of People First formed the group to be run by and for people with developmental disabilities, but anyone can join. People First regular meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month from 4pm to 6pm at Boone County Family Resources, 2700 W. Ash, Columbia or via Zoom. If you wish to attend, email Mark at msatterwhite@bcfr.org.
Points of Light Foundation
To promote volunteerism to inspire, equip, and mobilize people to take action that changes the world
PRISM
https://www.facebook.com/PrismTCP
http://thecenterproject.org/organizations/
Prism is an LGBTQIA+ youth group for ages 11-18 years old. Prism offers fun and educational programming, resources, support, and mentorship focused on LGBTQIA+ middle and high school aged youth in the mid-MO area.
In-person meetings every 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month from 6 PM to 8 PM.
Rainbow Family Alliance
christi.kelly@thecenterproject.org
A group for LGBTQIA+ people who are parents to connect and socialize.
Reach to Recovery
One on one support for patients undergoing breast cancer treatment.
Cancer.org or 800-ACS-2345
SATOP, ADEP, DIP, OEP, WIP of Mid-Missouri
303 N Stadium Blvd, #200, Columbia, MO 65203
573-499-3784
Assistance with question about requirements for DWI, alcohol and drug problems
SaveOne - My Life Clinic
802 N Providence Rd, Suite 2,
573-874-3561
https://saveone.org/save-one-chapters/my-life-clinic/
SaveOne offers help for men, women, and family members/friends, through group study, online study, or answering questions and giving encouragement through self-study. We have a Bible-based curriculum that was written by our founder Sheila Harper. Sheila chose abortion in 1985 for her first child and lived with mental and emotional anguish for 7 years following that choice. This book is written from her personal experience of healing after abortion. Check out “Success Stories” to see what other people are saying about the help SaveOne gave them. They are located at the bottom of each page of this website.
Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous
573-340-1122
A 12 step program for anyone seeking help for sexual addictions, obsessions, and compulsions including pornography.
The meeting has a virtual Zoom option for both Sat and Thur. Meeting ID: 187 636 911. Passcode: 140646.
Smarter Steps
9 E Ridgeley Rd, Columbia, MO 65203
573-268-3284
Everyone has a unique map on the journey to achieving personal success. Although we are each on different paths, we all have the same need to set goals that maximize outcomes. It is important to us at SMARTER STEPS® that caregivers and professionals maintain the highest level of competency when charting the future for individuals with disabilities and health issues.
State Rehabilitation Council for the Blind
PO Box 2320
615 Howerton Court, Jefferson City, MO 65102
573-751-4249 or 800-592-6004
https://dss.mo.gov/fsd/rsb/srcb.htm
Provides advice and recommendations to RSB on programs, policies and processes in the vocational rehabilitation program. The SRC listens to comments and concerns regarding services RSB provides to Missourians who are blind or visually impaired at quarterly meetings across the state.
All persons with vision loss and their families are welcome to attend meetings.
Successful Young Parents - Lutheran Family and Children's Services of Missouri
307 Locust St, Columbia, MO 65201
573-815-9955
Support group for teen parents who are in Lutheran Family and Children Services program providing support, education and mentors to youth who are pregnant and/or parenting.
Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) - Community United Methodist Church
3301 W Broadway, Room 507, Columbia, MO 65203
Contact: Nancy L. Reid, 573-694-4981, dbs_498@hotmail.com
Support for individuals interested in weight loss. Meets on Thursdays, weigh-in begins at 5:15 PM and the program meeting begins at 5:45 PM. Max scale weight 400 lbs.
Tiger Tot Mommies
573-771-6675
tigertotmommies@health.missouri.edu
https://www.muhealth.org/conditions-treatments/womens-health/tiger-tot-mommies
https://www.facebook.com/groups/tigertotmommies
Free support group for mothers of babies. Support topics include baby yoga, baby safety, infant massage, sleep patterns in babies, and more. Baby scale and lactation consultant present at each group. Light refreshments are served, and siblings are welcome. In-person sessions on the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 1 to 2 PM inside South Providence Medical Park conference room on the second floor. Moms, babies, partners, and family are welcome at all meetings. No registration required.
Vet Center
2475 Broadway Bluffs Dr, Suite 40, Columbia, MO 65201
573-814-6206
https://www.va.gov/columbia-mo-vet-center/
Offers confidential help for veterans, service members, and their families at no cost in a non-medical setting. Services include counseling for needs such as depression, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and the phsychological effects of military sexual trauma (MST). They can also connect you with more support in VA and your community.
OIF/OEF group: call 573-814-6206 for more details
Spousal support group: call 573-814-6206 for more details
Social group: call 573-814-6206 for more details
Vietnam Veteran Support Group: meets Tuesdays from 10 to 11:30 AM.
Women Veterans Empowerment group: call 573-814-6206 for more details