Boy Scouts of America - Great Rivers Council
The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) provides the foremost youth program of character development, personal fitness, career education, and leadership training, which helps all youth ages 5-20 be “Prepared. For Life.®”
Central Missouri Community Action Family Resource Center-Cooper & Howard Counties
345 W. Ashley Rd, Boonville MO 65233
By appointment: 600 W. Morrison, Keller 146, Fayette, MO
660-882-5601
CMCA supports low-income individuals and families. Call for assistance and current program information.
Central Missouri Community Action Head Start
Howard County Head Start
101 Furr St., Fayette, MO 65248
660-248-2227 Fax: 660-324-0564
Glasgow Head Start
860 Randolph St., Glasgow, MO 65254
660-338-2012 Fax: 669-338-5999
http://www.cmca.us/get-help/headstart
Apply Online:
English link: Head Start App (English)
Spanish link: Head Start App (Spanish)
Head Start is a needs-based program for children 0-5 and their families. Children between the ages of three and five are eligible for Head Start, where they will socialize with others, solve problems, and share experiences that help them become self-confident and ready for kindergarten. Along the way, their families will be supported with Family Success Coaches, parenting curriculum, and more.
Early Head Start provides early, continuous, intensive, and comprehensive child development and family supports to low-income children under the age of three and their families. These services are center-based and home-based.
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
nolanda@cmca.us
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
Central Missouri Foster Care and Adoption Association
105 W. Ash, Columbia, MO 65202
573-298-0258 573-476-6039
CMFCAA is a resource center for foster and adoptive families. There is no charge to use our services and if you have foster or adoptive or relative or guardianship care of children in your home then you qualify for our services. We also help license new foster and adoptive families through our Family Development team.
Child Care Aware of Missouri
314-535-1458; TTY Dial 711 or 800-735-2966
info@mo.childcareaware.org
Child Care Aware® of Missouri is a statewide nonprofit that focuses on a comprehensive early childhood education experience through impactful programs and partnerships. The organization’s services include workforce development, child care business supports, advocacy and policy work, and its new Child Care Keeps Missouri Working℠ – a regional campaign offering concierge solutions to businesses undergoing employee recruitment and retention challenges due to the overwhelming shortage of quality child care options.
Compass Health Network
Various locations in Central Missouri
844-853-8937 for an appointment; Behavioral Health Crisis Center 833-356-2427
CRISIS LINE: 988
https://compasshealthnetwork.org/
Through the delivery of compassionate, quality care, we help people find their way along a path to better physical and emotional health. Compass offers the following services in Mid-Missouri: behavioral health, dental services, pediatrics and family medicine, and substance use disorders.
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Missouri
205 JEFFERSON ST, JEFFERSON CITY MO 65101
573-751-8411
ImaginationLibrary@dese.mo.gov
https://imaginationlibrary.com/
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library sends more than one million books per month to children around the world inspiring them to Dream More, Learn More, Care More and Be More. Each month, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library mails a high-quality, age-appropriate book to all registered children (under age 5), addressed to them, at no cost to the child’s family.
Dream Factory - Central Missouri Chapter
P.O. Box 139, Columbia, MO 65203
573-489-8710
centralmissouri@dreamfactoryinc.org
Helps fulfill the dreams of critically or chronically ill children ages 3 - 8.
Endless Options, Inc.
122 S. Main St., Fayette, MO 65248
Phone: 660-248-5233; Fax: 660-248-3779
https://www.endlessoptions.org/
Day Program - ext. 116 | 222 E Davis St, Fayette, MO 65248
The Attic (resale) | 201 Main, Fayette, MO 65248 | 660-248-2693
A Touch of Max | 520 Ryan, Ste M, Boonville | (660) 882-4120
Dedicated to supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and other barriers towards reaching their personal and employment goals through individualized services.
First Chance for Children
1002 Fay Street Columbia, MO 65201
573-777-1815
director@fc4c.org
http://www.firstchanceforchildren.org/
First Chance for Children addresses the needs of children aged birth-5. Programming includes diaper banks in conjunction with partners such as the Cooper and Howard County WIC offices, Lend and Learn toy libraries in Columbia and Centralia, and the Safe C.R.I.B.S. program for families of children aged 0-1 who are at or below the 200% Federal Poverty Level.
Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland
877-312-4764; info@girlscoutmoheartland.org
www.girlscoutsmoheartland.org/
Helps girls learn decision making skills, develop values, and participate in community service projects; girls may participate as members of a troop or as individual Juliettes. Financial assistance available. Girl Scouts create the world they want to live in and strive to make it better. They explore strengths and take on new challenges regardless of background and ability.
Howard County Sheltered Services Board
PO Box 412, 600 West Morrison, Fayette, MO 65248
660-248-5105; info@hcssb.org
The Howard County Sheltered Services Board provides local funding and Targeted Case Management services to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families through matching state and federal Department of Mental Health and Medicaid funding.
Howard County 4-H
600 W. Morrison Ste. 17, Fayette, MO 65248
660-248-2272
http://extension.missouri.edu/howard/4h.aspx
4-H brings young people, ages 5 to 18, and adults together to learn everyday skills through hands-on learning.
Howard County Public Health Department + Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
600 W. Davis, Fayette, MO 65248
660-248-3100
https://www.facebook.com/HowardCountyPublicHealth
https://www.howardcountypublichealthdepartment.com/
We offer many health-related screenings, plus services, like WIC and immunizations, along with being the location for accessing accurate public health information.
WIC provides free, healthy foods and personalized nutrition education, breastfeeding support and referrals to other services.
Howard County Childcare Facilities
Missouri Dept of Health & Senior Services
https://healthapps.dhss.mo.gov/childcaresearch/
Please note:The records available for review on this site may not reflect the complete history of a child care facility’s compliance. Public records regarding a licensed or license-exempt child care facility are available for review and/or may be requested from Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS), Section for Child Care Regulation (SCCR). Public records regarding a registered child care facility receiving child care subsidy funding are available for review and/or may be requested from Missouri Department of Social Services (DSS), Children’s Division (CD).
Lutheran Family and Children’s Services (Pregnant or Parenting Youth)
307 Locust St., Columbia, MO 65201 (Serves Howard County)
(573)815-9955 or 866-326-LFCS (5327) 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
MPACT (Missouri Parents Act)
A statewide advocacy, information, and resource organization serving children with disabilities, their families, and consumers.
800-743-7634
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE)
Main Line: 573-751-4212; Educator Certification: 573-751-0051
DESE is the administrative arm of the State Board of Education. It is primarily a service agency that works with educators, legislators, government agencies, and citizens to maintain a strong public education system. Through its statewide school improvement initiatives and regulatory functions, DESE strives to ensure that all citizens have access to high-quality public
education.
Missouri Department of Social Services Children's Division- Howard County
103 Furr Street
Fayette, MO 65248-1069
660-248-3324 FAX: 660-248-1023
dss.mo.gov/cd/office/howard.htm
Who is Eligible?
You may be eligible for the Child Care Subsidy Program if you are a low-income parent or guardian of a child under the age of 13 (or age 13 or older with a special need) and are:
Working
Attending school
In job training
Disabled
Homeless
Searching for a job
Being evaluated for training and/or employment
Receiving child welfare services from the Children's Division
Eligible children may be placed on a waiting list due to lack of adequate funding. Eligibility does not guarantee immediate benefits.
You may apply or reapply for Child Care Subsidy by: Applying online, by completing the Child Care Application, and submitting it to your local Family Support Division (FSD) office in person or by mail.
Missouri State Division of Child Support Enforcement
205 Jefferson St., Jefferson City, MO 65101
(573) 751-4224
https://dss.mo.gov/child-support/contact-child-support.htm
The Child Support program responsibilities include locating parents, establishing paternity, establishing child and medical support orders, monitoring and enforcing compliance with child and medical support orders, reviewing and initiating modification of support orders and distributing support collections.
My Life Clinic
802 N. Providence Rd., Suite 2, Columbia, MO 65203
573-874-3561 - call or text
Hours: Monday-Friday 9-5
My Life Clinic is a free women's center providing onsite pregnancy tests, ultrasound confirmation, and additional sexual health, pregnancy, and reproductive health resources, services, and support. We are a 501(c)(3) faith-based non-profit in Missouri. My Life Clinic does not refer or provide termination services.
ParentLink - University of Missouri
2800 Maguire Blvd, Columbia, MO 65211
Warmline: (573) 882-7323 for parenting information and to answer your parenting questions.
Text 585-326-4591
http://parentlink.missouri.edu
Services: Provides research-based parenting information, referrals, and supportive conversation to parents and professionals working with expectant parents, parents, caregivers and children.
Fee: Free
Eligibility: Parents and professionals involved with children
Parents As Teachers
Glasgow Schools | 660-338-2012, Jamie ext. 1028 or Kim ext. 1037 | glasgow.k12.mo.us/resources/parents-as-teachers
LJ Daly Elementary, 510 N. Cleveland, Fayette, MO. 65248 | 660-248-3800 | fayette.k12.mo.us/page/725
New Franklin R1 | 660.848.2112 ext. 1111 | nfranklin.k12.mo.us/department-programs/parents-as-teachers
An early-learning program for parents with children prenatal to age 5. As a parent, you are your child's first teacher and your home is your child's first schoolhouse. Your baby begins learning at birth. Parents As Teachers can help you lay a strong foundation for your child's future success in school. Parents As Teachers is offered at no cost to all interested parents. Services include home visits, group connections, play groups and periodic screenings (hearing, language, vision, etc).
Post Partum Support International
English text line 800-944-4773
Espanol/Spanish text line 971-420-0294
Call or text 988 if in crisis
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/
Peer support
Safe Kids Coalition - Columbia
404 N. Keene St., Columbia, MO 65201
573-771-9216 FAX 573-449-7588
Safe Kids Columbia brings together local health and safety experts, educators, corporations, foundations, volunteers and many more community members. All members of Safe Kids Columbia are dedicated to serving our mission of childhood protection. Topics covered are car safety and car seat inspections, passenger safety, pedestian safety, bike safety, water safety at home, open water safety + life jackets, infant care safety, vacation, fireworks, grilling and fire safety.
Geographic Area Served: Audrain, Boone, Cooper, Callaway, Cole and Howard counties.
Services for Independent Living
1401 Hathman Place, Columbia, MO 65201
573-874-1646 Fax: 573-874-3564
Hours: 8:00-5:00 (M-F)
Services for Independent Living (SIL) is a non-profit center for independent living that promotes independence for persons with disabilities, seniors, and veterans. We provide five core services: Advocacy, Independent Living Skills, Information & Referral, Peer Support, and Transition.
Our services include: Assistive devices/technology information, durable medical equipment, demonstration, and technical assistance.
Youth programs and services for ages 14+ aids transition into adulthood and is provided in individualized and group settings.
Personal Care Services include Consumer-Directed and In-Home Services: the attendant is employed by SIL but the consumer directs their activities. Applications for aides and attendants are continuously accepted.
Aging in Place and a Senior Connect Program to support 55+ clients.
Volunteer services is always accepting individuals to assist in our mission.
Fee: Most services are free (there may be low cost fees for transportation service).
Eligibility: People with disabilities, seniors, and veterans.
Geographic Area Served: Audrain, Boone, Callaway, Cooper, Howard, Montgomery, Randolph.
Sisters Supportive Living
510 Ryan Street Boonville MO 65233
(660) 882-2535; Amanda@sisterssupportiveliving.com
https://www.facebook.com/sisterssupportiveliving
Sisters Supportive Living provide health and other care to individuals with disabilities. Sisters is a community-based facility in Boonville, MO that provides a range of services to support individuals in need of assistance with daily living activities. Focused on promoting independence and well-being, Sisters Supportive Living offers a comfortable and caring environment for residents to thrive and receive the support they require.
United 4 Children
(314) 531-1412
Mission: United 4 Children empowers caregivers to nurture whole-child development through early childhood and afterschool programs.
Woodhaven
1405 Hathman Place
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 875-6181
info@woodhaventeam.org | https://www.woodhaventeam.org/
Provide community based supports to over 100 men and women in 50 homes and apartments throughout Columbia, MO.
Provide access to the community and opportunities for skill-building and engagement for over 45 men and women in our Community Connections program. Empower young adults with autism or other barriers to full employment to learn hard and soft skills and work toward meaningful enrichment and employment in tech-based career paths in our EnCircle Technologies program.