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ADAIR COUNTY FAMILY YMCA
ADAIR COUNTY FAMILY YMCA
Address: 1708 S. Jamison St. Kirksville, MO 63501
Telephone: 660-665-1922
Fax: 660-665-2153
Hours: 5:45 am –10:00pm, M-F 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Sunday
Cost: Membership prices are available upon request. Non member may purchase a $6.00 day pass. Membership assistance is available for low-income individuals and families.
Eligibility Criteria: For membership assitance – fill out application and cost will be based on income
Description of Services and Other Information: Fitness facility including cardio, weight training and fitness classes, youth sport programs, summer day camp, and after school care. Email: ymcadirector@cableone.net
Counties Served: Adair and surrounding counties
Website: www.adairymca.org
ADAIR COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
ADAIR COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Contact: Glenda Davis Hunt, DirectorAddress: One Library Lane Kirksville, MO 63501
Telephone: 660-665-6038
Fax: 660-627-0028
Hours: Tues & Wed 9 – 8 Thurs & Fri 9 – 6 Sat 12 – 4
Cost: Free for Adair County residents, out of county cards are $30 per year
Description of Services and Other Information: Adult book discussions, children storytimes weekly, DVD's, educational CDs, Ellison Cutter, fax service, Homebound book service, Internet access, large print books, local history collection, low vision resource materials, magazines, newspapers, microfilm reader, music CDs, photo copy machine, Summer Reading Program (ages 2-12), Culture/BiFOLKal Kits
Counties Served: Adair
Website: www.youseemore.com/adaircpl/
ADULT EDUCATION AND LITERACY
ADULT EDUCATION AND LITERACY
Contact: Annell Wayman, DirectorAddress: 1103 S. Cottage Grove, Kirksville Area Technical Center Kirksville, MO 63501
Telephone: 660-665-2865
Fax: 660-626-1477
Hours: Kirksville Area Technical Center, M – F 8-3 Missouri Career Center, M – Thur 2 - 7 Con-Agra Nelson Center, Milan – Tues, Wed & Thurs 12:30- 7:30
Cost: All classroom services are free. GED testing is done only at approved testing centers. Total cost $40 in MO, $60 in IA
Eligibility Criteria: Student must be 16 years of age or older, must not be enrolled in any secondary school, and must take a pre-test with scores meeting state guidelines; GED Option students may remain enrolled in school but must meet other guidelines – call for information. Internet study is available after placement testing in classroom - call for information.
Description of Services and Other Information: English as a Second Language, GED preparation, basic skills improvement, workplace readiness, money management, parenting skills, literacy skills
Counties Served: Adair and surrounding areas
Website: www.kirksville.k12.mo.us/Tech_Center/Adult_Literacy/GED_preparation.htm
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
Address: Many varied meeting locations and times in Kirksville, Macon, Memphis, Lancaster, Novinger, La Plata, referrals to other areas.
Telephone: 660-665-1150 General information
Hours: Call anytime and leave a message.
Cost: Free
Eligibility Criteria: Must be an alcoholic or a spouse, child, sibling or parent of an alcoholic.
Description of Services and Other Information: Contact phone numbers: Dave F. 660-665-3413 Mike C. 660-768-5818 Dondi 816-260-6017
Website: www.aa.org
ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION
ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION
Address: 2400 Bluff Creek Drive Columbia, MO 65201
Telephone: 573-443-8665 or Toll Free 800-272-3900 (24/7)
Fax: 573-499-9701
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm
Cost: None wthe the following exceptions: Fee for Medic Alert + Safe Return and Fee for Professional Education.
Eligibility Criteria: Those affected by Alzheimer's disease or related disorders.
Description of Services and Other Information: 24/7 Toll-free Helpline for information or care consultation, lending library and book store, family support groups, reimbursement for caregiver respite, speakers' bureau, professional education, quarterly newsletter, Medic Alert + Safe Return and public policy advocacy, and Project Learn-outreach to persons experiencing early memory loss.
Counties Served: 29 counties in northeast and central Missouri (includes Schuyler, Scotland, Clark, Adair, Knox, Lewis, Macon & Shelby)
Website: www.alz.org/mid-missouri
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
Contact: Rev. Jim RobinsonAddress: First United Methodist Church 300 E. Washington Kirksville, MO 63501
Telephone: 660-665-7712
Cost: Free
Description of Services and Other Information: Support group for anyone who has had a loss. Meetings held at 7 p.m. on the 2nd Wednesday in church parlor.
Counties Served: Northeast Missouri
CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Contact: Rev Jim RobinsonAddress: First United Methodist Church, 300 E. Washington St. Kirksville, Mo 63501
Telephone: 660-665-7712
Cost: Free
Eligibility Criteria: None
Description of Services and Other Information: Support group for anyone who has had cancer or has a family member with cancer. Meetings held at 7 pm on the 1st Monday in the church parlor.
Counties Served: Northeast Missouri
FOOD PANTRIES
FOOD PANTRIES
Address: Check individual county sites below.
Cost: Free or reduced cost
Description of Services and Other Information: FOOD PANTRIES Free food- Adair – Christian Community Food Depot Call for appointment: Harold Osborn-660-665-3624 Glenn Archer-660-665-3583 Kirksville, MO 63501 Salvation Army Food Bank 1004 W. Gardner St. Kirksville, MO 63501 660-665-7885 Kirksville Church of the Nazarene LOVE Pantry, Inc. 2302 N. Lincoln Kirksville, MO 660-665-6862 Clark – James Baker Rt. 1, Box 50 Kahoka, MO 63445 660-727-8040 Knox – Knox County Food Cupboard 200 S. Main, P.O. Box 278 Edina, MO 63537 660-397-2322 Lewis – First Baptist Church c/o Nina Porter 407 N. Sixth Canton, MO 63435 573-288-5583 573-288-3030 Canton Christian Church 512 College Street Canton, MO 63435 573-288-3018 Linn – Brookfield Ministries c/o Trinity United Methodist Church 300 W. Main Brookfield, MO 64628 660-258-7719 Marceline Community Food Pantry c/o Margaret Epperson 32920 Laser Drive Marceline, MO 64658 660-376-3591 Macon – LaPlata Christian Ministry c/o Stephanie Allen 214 N. Owensby LaPlata, MO 63549 660-332-7008 or 660-342-2158 Macon County Ministries Food Pantry 109 N. Rollins St. Macon, MO 63552 Lucille Long 660-385-4267 Putnam – Green Hills Community Action Agency P.O. Box 222 Unionville, MO 63565 660-947-2471 Schuyler – Ministerial Alliance c/o Judy Hart 30451 St. Hwy. A Greentop, MO 63546 660-949-2499 Scotland – Scotland County Ministerial Alliance Rev. Troy Barrett, First Baptist Church Rt. 3, Memphis, Mo 63555 660-465-2060 Shelby – Pastor Greg Linberger 209 E. Main Shelbyville, MO 63469 573-633-2431 Amie Sneed 345 N. Main St. Bethel, MO 63434 660-284-6548 Sullivan – Milan Interface Food Pantry Janice DeRyke Courthouse Basement Milan, MO 63556 660-265-3071 Reduced cost food- First Baptist Church Angel Food Ministries 207 E. Washington St. Kirksville, MO 63501 Pam Barnett 660-665-6477
Counties Served: Adair, Clark, Knox, Lewis, Linn, Macon, Putnam, Schuyler, Scotland, Shelby and Sullivan.
GIRL SCOUTS OF THE BECKY THATCHER AREA
GIRL SCOUTS OF THE BECKY THATCHER AREA
Contact: Andrea Greer, Field DirectorAddress: P.O. Box 224 Kirksville, MO 63501
Telephone: 660-627-5659
Hours: Varies
Cost: $7 national membership dues (financial assistance is available)
Eligibility Criteria: All girls in grades kindergarten thru twelfth who pay membership dues and accept the Girl Scout promise and law
Description of Services and Other Information: To inspire girls with the highest ideals of character, conduct, patriotism and service that they may become happy and resourceful citizens. Girl Scouting is a girl-centered, flexible, informal educational program. It involves girls and adult volunteers in partnership to help girls develop as creative, responsible individuals with a deep sense of personal worth. Girl Scouting provides opportunities for the girls that meet their own needs and interests.
Counties Served: Adair and adjacent counties
HEALTHWISE PROGRAMS NORTHEAST REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
HEALTHWISE PROGRAMS NORTHEAST REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Contact: Mitch KeimAddress: Health & Fitness Center Jct. Hwys 63 South & 6 East P.O. Box C8502 Kirksville, MO 63501
Telephone: 660-785-1832
Cost: Varies
Description of Services and Other Information: Offers support groups and programs in the following areas – Prepared Childbirth, Smoking Cessation, Arthritis Aquatics, Backs in Action, various Health Screenings and Pilates.
Counties Served: Northeast Missouri
Website: www.nermc.com
HEALTHY FOR LIFE PROGRAM
HEALTHY FOR LIFE PROGRAM
Contact: Doris Fountain, Director Address: Basement level of ATSU’s Administration Bldg on the corner of S. Elson and E. Jefferson Street. Mailing address is 800 W. Jefferson Kirksville, MO 63501
Telephone: 800-626-5266, ext. 2430 or 660-626-2430
Fax: 660-626-2928
Hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, weekends and evenings by appointment
Cost: Program assists uninsured and underinsured county residents.
Eligibility Criteria: Patients who are at high risk or recently diagnosed with cardiovascular disease and/or diabetes who have inadequate insurance coverage
Description of Services and Other Information: Heart Disease and Diabetes prevention services through counseling, risk assessment screenings, and community health promotion programming
Counties Served: Adair, Knox, Linn, Macon, Schuyler, and Scotland
HEARTLAND RESOURCES, INC.- IN-HOME SERVICES PROGRAM
HEARTLAND RESOURCES, INC.- IN-HOME SERVICES PROGRAM
Contact: Janis VanMeter, Executive Director , Milly Johnson, RN CoordinatorAddress: 108 E. Main, P.O. Box 460 Ewing, MO 63440
Telephone: 573-209-3600 or toll free 800-955-3521
Fax: 573-209-3509
Hours: Mon-Fri, 8-4
Cost: Depends on services provided
Eligibility Criteria: Client referral by authorized agency or entity. Contact for further information.
Description of Services and Other Information: Our mission is to assist the elderly and disabled by providing services that enable independence with dignity. Community-based services include, but are not limited to general housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry, and personal care. Email: hrinc@marktwain.net millyj@marktwain.net
Counties Served: Knox, Scotland, Clark, Lewis, and Marion.
Website: heartlandresourcesinc.org
HEARTLAND RESOURCES, INC.- LEWIS COUNTY NUTRITION SITE
HEARTLAND RESOURCES, INC.- LEWIS COUNTY NUTRITION SITE
Contact: Central KitchenAddress: 101 W. Bryan Ewing, MO 63440
Telephone: 573-209-3631 or 888-748-2749 toll free
Cost: Voluntary contribution for qualified individuals age 60 & over and handicapped individuals ages 18-59, contact for more information.
Description of Services and Other Information: Serves congregate meals for Lewis County senior citizens at Ewing, LaGrange and Canton. Home delivered meals available for homebound individuals in Lewis County. Ewing Senior Center Phyllis Smith 101 W. Bryan Ewing, MO 63440 573-209-3631 888-748-2749 LaGrange Senior Center Donna Johns 905 Jefferson St. LaGrange, MO 63448 572-655-4387 Canton Senior Center Dova Geisendorfer 600 Montgomery Canton, MO 63435 573-288-3633
Counties Served: Lewis
HEARTLAND RSVP
HEARTLAND RSVP
Contact: Pat Selby, Executive DirectorAddress: 201 N. Elson, Ste. 205, P.O. Box 116 Kirksville, MO 63501
Telephone: 660-665-8314
Hours: Mon – Fri 8 - 12 and 1 – 5
Eligibility Criteria: Volunteers must be age 55 or older
Description of Services and Other Information: RSVP’s purpose is to encourage and provide opportunities to enrich retirement for older adults through significant community service work. Volunteers share their skills and experiences with 42 non-profit agencies, organizations, and health care facilities, helping to improve the quality of life within our community. Signature projects include: Operation Life Check, Medicare Counseling & MO Tax Credits.
Counties Served: Adair and adjacent counties
Website: www.seniorservice.org/heartlandrsvp
HILL-BURTON HOSPITAL FREE CARE
HILL-BURTON HOSPITAL FREE CARE
Telephone: (800) 638-0742
Description of Services and Other Information: Provides information on hospitals and other health facilities participating in the Hill-Burton Hospital Free Care Program. Recorded information given with options
Website: www.hrsa.gov/hillburton/hillburtonfacilities.htm
KIRKSVILLE AQUATIC CENTER
KIRKSVILLE AQUATIC CENTER
Contact: Melanie Smith, Community Service DirectorAddress: 201 S. Franklin St. Kirksville, MO 63501
Telephone: 660-627-7665
Hours: Varies each season. Office hours Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm
Cost: Varies according to activity. For more information, call the office during business hours.
Description of Services and Other Information: Quality of life recreational opportunities for citizens of all ages. Serves Kirksville and surrounding community. Mailing Address: 201 S. Franklin St. Kirksville, MO 63501
Counties Served: Adair and surrounding counties
Website: www.kirksvillecity.com
KIRKSVILLE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
KIRKSVILLE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Contact: Sandra Willliams, DirectorAddress: 304 S. Franklin, P.O. Box 251 Kirksville, MO 63501
Telephone: 660-665-3766
Hours: Mon – Fri, 8 – 5
Cost: Schedule according to category
Eligibility Criteria: Any business or individual is eligible
Description of Services and Other Information: Improve economic development and quality of life in Kirksville
Counties Served: Adair and adjacent counties
Website: www.kirksvillechamber.comorwww.visitkirksville.com
KIRKSVILLE AREA HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
KIRKSVILLE AREA HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
Contact: Keith Harrison, PresidentAddress: P.O. Box 831 Kirksville, MO 63501
Telephone: 660-665-4630
Cost: Homeowner must repay no interest loan plus real estate taxes and home insurance
Eligibility Criteria: Families who do not qualify for conventional mortgages. Homeowners must provide 300 hours of “sweat equity” prior to moving into their home.
Description of Services and Other Information: It is a people-to-people partnership drawing families and community together with volunteers and other sources to build affordable and decent houses for those in need by providing capital support, not charity.
Counties Served: City limits of Kirksville
KIRKSVILLE COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE COMMUNITY EDUCATION AND INFORMATION CENTER
KIRKSVILLE COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE COMMUNITY EDUCATION AND INFORMATION CENTER
Contact: Doris Fountain, R.N.Address: Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine 800 W. Jefferson Kirksville, MO 63501
Telephone: 866-626-2878 ask for ext. 2049 660-626-2049
Hours: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm, M-F Evenings and weekends by appointment Appointment preferred
Cost: Free
Description of Services and Other Information: Information, support groups, programs, and referral for those concerned about Arthritis, Diabetes, Alzheimer’s Disease, and any other chronic or acute disease. Can answer questions related to arthritis or musculoskeletal complaints.
Counties Served: Northeast Missouri
KIRKSVILLE PARKS AND RECREATION
KIRKSVILLE PARKS AND RECREATION
Contact: Melanie Smith, Comunity Service DirectorAddress: 801 E. Mill Mailing address: 201 S. Franklin Kirksville, MO 63501
Telephone: 660-627-1485 Office
Hours: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, M – F
Cost: Varies according to activity. For more information, call the office during business hours.
Description of Services and Other Information: Quality of life recreational opportunities for citizens of all ages. Serves Kirksville and surrounding community. Robin Harden- Recreation Specialist II, 660-627-POOL, rlharden@kirksvillecity.com Heather Darrah-Recreation Specialist I, 660-627-1485, hdarrah@kirksvillecity.com
Counties Served: Adair and surrounding counties
Website: www.kirksvillecity.com/ParksRec/parks-rec.htm
KIRKSVILLE R-III SCHOOL DISTRICT EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM
KIRKSVILLE R-III SCHOOL DISTRICT EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM
Contact: Jen MeyerAddress: 1405 S. Cottage Grove Kirksville, MO 63501
Telephone: 660-626-1459
Fax: 660-626-1412
Cost: Varies on Program ($20-$75 per month)
Eligibility Criteria: Ages 3-5 (not kindergarten age)
KNOX COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
KNOX COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Contact: Lori Moots-Clair, AdministratorAddress: 217 N. First Street Edina, MO 63537
Telephone: 660-397-3396
Fax: 660-397-3579
Hours: 8 AM – 4 PM Monday - Friday, Open Clinics Tue 8-4 , Friday 8-noon
Cost: Minimal or no charge
Eligibility Criteria: Knox County resident for most programs
Description of Services and Other Information: *Screenings/counseling - Blood sugar, hemoglobin, pregnancy tests, TB tests, HIV, lipids(cholesterol&triclycerides) & blood pressure *Immunizations for adults including adult Hepatitis B, Influenza, and Pneumonia vaccine *Immunizations for children & youth *Prenatal and youth case management *Lead testing with case management for elevated levels *Consultation, education and training services for day care facilities within Knox County *WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) Nutritional program for prenatal and postpartum women and children under 5 years of age *Baby Bright Program and home visits for infants under one year of age *Venipunctures for physician ordered laboratory tests *In-home care for Medicaid patients *Home visits on a physician ordered basis *Smoke-free environment promotion *Volunteer based wellness program to decrease morbidity and mortality related to chronic disease *Birth/Death Certificates obtainable *Home Health services for Medicare, Medicaid and Private Insurance Clients
Counties Served: Knox
LEGAL SERVICES OF EASTERN MISSOURI, SPECIAL PROJECTS UNIT
LEGAL SERVICES OF EASTERN MISSOURI, SPECIAL PROJECTS UNIT
Contact: Caroline Savitzky, MSWAddress: 4232 Forest Park St. Louis, MO 63108
Telephone: 314-534-4200 or Toll Free 1-800-444-0514
Hours: 8:30am - 5pm Monday - Friday
Cost: Free
Eligibility Criteria: Clients must be low income. Contact Intake Department for determination of other eligibility requirements.
Description of Services and Other Information: Legal Services of Eastern Missouri(LSEM) provides free legal assistance and equal access to justice to low-income people. LSEM handles family, housing, consumer, education, immigration, health and public benefits, income maintenance, and older adult civil(not criminal) cases. Specifically, the Special Projects Unit(SPU) within LSEM primarily assists people living with HIV/AIDS in overcoming barriers to accessing healthcare. Priority cases in Special Projects Units include: social security disability benefits, Medicare/Medicaid appeals and other issues, Veterans benefits, wills, durable powers of attorneys and health care directives, private health insurance matters, medical privacy/confidentiality, family and medical leave act issues, consumer matters(bearing directly on one's health), and employment matters which bear directly on ability to access affordable healthcare. SPU is available to do community education for service providers, and the larger community concerning SPU services, disclosure and other legal issues and "know your rights" education.
Counties Served: Counties within the Carelink area.
Website: www.lsem.org
LIFELINE PREGNANCY HELP CLINIC
LIFELINE PREGNANCY HELP CLINIC
Contact: Breanne Hunt, Executive DirectorAddress: 306 W. Washington, P.O. Box 663 Kirksville, MO 63501
Telephone: 660-665-5688 24 hr Crisis Number 1-800-395-HELP
Fax: 660-665-9497
Hours: Mon, Wed, Thur. 9 am - 5 pm & Tue 10 am - 6 pm
Cost: None
Description of Services and Other Information: Pregnancy tests, peer counseling and support, post-abortion support, adoption information and referrals, maternity housing referral, prenatal and parenting education, educational presentations, abstinence education, parenting education, maternity and infant clothes and supplies. Pre-marital counseling. This organization supports alternatives to abortion.
Counties Served: Northeast Missouri
Website: www.lifelineprc.com
LINN COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
LINN COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Contact: Gary Routledge, AdministratorAddress: 635 South Main, PO Box 280 Brookfield, MO 64628
Telephone: 660-258-7251
Fax: 660-258-7105
Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30 – 4:30
Cost: Minimal or no charge
Eligibility Criteria: Resident of Linn County for some services
Description of Services and Other Information: *WIC *TEMP – temporary Medicaid for pregnancy *Pregnancy testing *STD and HIV testing *Case Management for pregnancies *Newborn visits *Child Health Conferences *Birth/Death Certificates obtainable *Immunizations *Blood pressure and blood sugar screenings *Home Health and Public Health visits *Certified child passenger Safety Technicions *CPR and First Aid Classes *Environmental health services *Communicable disease management *School nursing program *Health education available *Referral services
Counties Served: Linn
Website: www.nmrhn.org/members/linn.htm
LOCH HAVEN NURSING HOME
LOCH HAVEN NURSING HOME
Contact: Richard Waller, Administrator, Tom Hasselbring Social Services, DirectorAddress: 701 Sunset Hills Drive, P.O. Box 187 Macon, MO 63552
Telephone: 660-385-3113
Fax: 660-385-2838
Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week
Cost: Determined by services provided; Medicaid,Medicare, private insurance, and private pay
Eligibility Criteria: Physician orders for admission. Services are open to all.
Description of Services and Other Information: Skilled nursing facility, residential care, private apartments and child & Adult day care center. Contact our office for more information. Support groups for Alzheimer's families and grief support. Operated by the Macon County Nursing Home District.
Counties Served: Northeast Missouri primarily, but applications for admission may come from any locale.
Website: www.lochhaven.com
MARK TWAIN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
MARK TWAIN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Contact: Micheal Cantrell, CEO, Angela Caraway, Clinical ManagerAddress: 105 Pfeiffer Ave. Kirksville, MO 63501
Telephone: Crisis Hotline: 800-356-5395; Kirksville Office 660-665-4612 or Hannibal Office 573-221-2120
Fax: Kirksville 660-665-4635 or Hannibal 573-221-4380
Hours: 8:00 am – 6 :00 pm, Monday & Wednesday; 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Tuesday, Thursday – Friday
Cost: Sliding fee scale available (based on specific criteria), private pay and third party reimbursement and Medicaid.
Eligibility Criteria: For sliding fee scale, complete standard means scale and meet certain financial and diagnostic criteria.
Description of Services and Other Information: As a Community Mental Health Center, MTACC offers psychiatric evaluation and medication management, Community Psychiatric Rehabilitation (CPRC) for adults and children with a mental illness, Targeted Case Management (TCM) for adults and children, 24/7 crisis line with a crisis mobile response capability in the community, individual and family counseling for all ages and consultation and education training to other community agencies. The center has an on-going commitment to collaborative efforts in forming an integrated service delivery system in Missouri. Macon Office: 309 N. Missouri Macon, MO 63552 660-395-9114 Hannibal Office: 917 Broadway Hannibal, MO 63401 573-221-2120 Fax: 573-221-4380
Counties Served: Adair, Clark, Knox, Lewis, Macon, Marion, Schuyler, Scotland and Shelby
Website: www.kirksville@mtacc.org
MILAN LATINO CENTER
MILAN LATINO CENTER
Address: 117 E. 2nd St., P. O. Box 9 Milan, MO 63556
Telephone: 660-445-2025
Hours: 9 am-5 pm every day and 4-8 pm for classes
Description of Services and Other Information: Provide interpreters, translators, English, Spanish & GED classes, workshops for nutrition & parenting.
Counties Served: Sullivan, Linn & Putnam
MISSOURI LION'S CLUB
MISSOURI LION'S CLUB
Contact: Local contacts listed below.Address: 404 Portland St. Columbia, MO 65201
Telephone: 573-443-1471
Description of Services and Other Information: The Lion's Club helps to provide funds for eyecare to those who cannot afford it. Lion's Club prefers children under 20 and senior citizens. Brookfield: Oliver Rodriguez, 660-258-7220 Green Castle: Kathryn Clawson, 660-874-4717 Green City: Betty Nowels, 660-874-4078 Kahoka: Dewey Frey, 660-627-2382 La Grange: Mike Sliger, 573-655-4620 La Plata: Clyde Burch, 660-332-7777 Macon: Jamie King, 660-385-3085 Marceline: Joyce Richeson, 660-376-3158 Novinger: Perry Joe Broseghini, 660-488-6492 Palmyra: Jackie Johnston, 573-769-4420 Shelbina: Chris Dimmitt, 573-588-4187 Unionville: Larry Opperman, 660-947-7534
Website: www.mlerf.org/contactus.php
MISSOURI REGION ll PLANNING AND COORDINATING COUNCIL FOR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
MISSOURI REGION ll PLANNING AND COORDINATING COUNCIL FOR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
Contact: Donna Brown, Council CoordinatorAddress: 1702 E. LaHarpe Kirksville, MO 63501
Telephone: 660-785-2355, 800-621-6082
Fax: 660-785-2520
Hours: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, M—F Appointment necessary
Eligibility Criteria: Must be developmentally disabled
Description of Services and Other Information: Advocates for the rights of all individuals with developmental disabilities. Serve as an agent for change in programs, systems, and legislation. Promote community education/awareness and family support regarding developmental disabilities. Assist in the coordination of programs and services by bringing consumers, families, and agencies together in cooperative networks. Also serves in an advisory role to the Kirksville Regional Cente
Counties Served: Adair, Clark, Grundy, Knox, Lewis, Linn, Livingston, Macon, Mercer, Putnam, Schuyler, Scotland, Shelby, and Sullivan
NORTHEAST INDEPENDENT LIVING SERVICES
NORTHEAST INDEPENDENT LIVING SERVICES
Contact: Brooke Kendrick, Executive DirectorAddress: 909 Broadway, Suite 350 Hannibal, MO 63401
Telephone: (573) 221-8282 or (877) 713-7900
Fax: (573) 221-9445
Hours: 8:00 am-5:00 pm Mon-Fri
Cost: Some services no cost , others based on a sliding fee scale.
Eligibility Criteria: Must have a disability
Description of Services and Other Information: 4 Core Services are Peer Support, Information and Referral, Independent Living Skills Training, and Advocacy. Other services include, but are not limited to, Accessibility Services, Circuit breaker services, Assistive Technology including TAP Telephones, Equipment Loan Program, Transitioning, Alternative Format Services,Consumer Directed Services (CDS), and Medicaid Transportation. **Please call for a complete booklet on our services.**
Counties Served: Clark, Lewis, Marion, Monroe, Pike, Ralls
Website: www.neilscenter.org
NORTHEAST MISSOURI AREA HEALTH EDUCATION CENTER (NEMO AHEC)
NORTHEAST MISSOURI AREA HEALTH EDUCATION CENTER (NEMO AHEC)
Contact: Michelle Mollick, Executive Director Address: 312 S. Elson St. Kirksville, MO 63501
Telephone: 660-665-6404 or 877-303-2938
Fax: 660-665-6439
Hours: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday
Description of Services and Other Information: Health Professions Education, Recruitment, and Retention through- Health Career Exploration: Coordinates Missouri AHEC Science and Health camps for middle school students, providing students with a three-day health career exploration opportunity. Coordinates Youth academic enrichment program which focuses on identifying students interested in primary care health careers. PRIMO includes but is not limited to specific components directed toward young women, including placing young women students with women practitioners for shadowing experiences; lecture programs at academic enrichment camps by women primary care providers on the challenges and benefits of becoming a primary care practitioner. Clinical Education of Health Professions Students: Facilitates clinical education experiences for health professions students. Housing and learning resources support for students. Student and practitioner workshops on providing healthcare in underserved communities. Community resources: Coordinate continuing education activities in northeast Missouri for health professionals including physicians, nurses, allied health professionals, and mental health professionals. Provide health education material for community health outreach through local health departments.
Counties Served: Adair, Audrain, Chariton, Clark, Knox, Lewis, Lincoln, Linn, Macon, Marion, Monroe, Montgomery, Pike, Putnam, Ralls, Randolph, Schuyler, Scotland, Shelby, Sullivan, and Warren
Website: www.nemoahec.org
NORTHEAST MISSOURI COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY (NMCAA)
NORTHEAST MISSOURI COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY (NMCAA)
Contact: Penny Miles, Executive DirectorAddress: Head Administrative Office 215 N. Elson St., P.O. Box 966 Kirksville, MO 63501
Telephone: 660-665-9855
Hours: Administrative Office 8 – 5, M–F No appointment necessary, but requested for convenience (8 – 4)
Cost: Free
Eligibility Criteria: Low income – will take clients who meet up to 125% of U.S. poverty guidelines. Up to 200% poverty during ARRA and back to 125% on 9-30-2010.
Description of Services and Other Information: Various low-income assistance as listed Housing – Homeless program can provide temporary shelter and services for those and help find permanent housing. Emergency food pantry, can refer to needed services. Job Training “Life Skills” Seminar teaches how to budget, make resume, keep or find a job, etc. Family Daycare Home — Provides daycare services with meal reimbursement, if client serves children nutritious meals. Early Head Start – Program for 0 – 3 years old. Health screenings, physicals, dental checkups, and nutritious meals provided. Head Start – Preschool program for 3 – 5 year olds. Health screenings, physicals, dental checkups, and nutritious meals also provided. Weatherization – Weatherize house (doors, windows, insulation, caulking, etc.) to lower utility bills. Home repairs for low-income homeowners. Energy Crisis Intervention Program – Winter heating bill assistance. Summer cooling assistance for handicapped or elderly must meet income guidelines. Home Management Classes – includes topics such as budgeting to home management energy conservation classes. NMCAA Outreach Centers: – Hours 9-12, 1-4 M-F Adair County Clark County #20 Devlin Place 159 E. Commercial Kirksville, MO 63501 Kahoka, MO 63445 660-665-5791 660-727-2861 Knox County Schuyler County 403 N. First P.O. Box 11 Edina, MO 63537 Lancaster, MO 660-397-2581 63548 660-457-3859 Scotland County 238 N. Johnson Memphis, MO 63555 660-465-8558
Counties Served: Outreach Centers located in Adair, Clark, Knox, Schuyler, and Scotland counties
Website: www.nmcaa.org
NORTHEAST MISSOURI REGIONAL ARTHRITIS CENTER
NORTHEAST MISSOURI REGIONAL ARTHRITIS CENTER
Contact: Doris Fountain, R.N.Address: KCOM, 800 W. Jefferson Kirksville, MO 63501
Telephone: 660-626-2049 (A.T. Still Univ. of Health Sciences)
Hours: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm, M – F Evenings and weekends by appointment. Appointment during regular hours preferred.
Cost: Free
Description of Services and Other Information: Information and referrals for people concerned with health care and conditions, need for psychosocial support, and certain financial needs related to arthritis, fibromyalgia or other rheumatic conditions. Also provides self-management groups for people with above conditions.
Counties Served: Adair, Clark, Grundy, Knox, Lewis, Linn, Livingston, Macon, Marion, Mercer, Putnam, Ralls, Schuyler, Scotland, Shelby, and Sullivan
Website: www.marrtc.org/community/rac/nemrac/about/
RED CROSS – ADAIR COUNTY
RED CROSS – ADAIR COUNTY
Contact: Dean Valnenaar, Executive DirectorAddress: 315 S. Franklin, Lower Level P.O. Box 257 Kirksville, MO 63501
Telephone: 660-665-5686
Fax: 660-665-0091
Hours: 9:00-11:30 am – 1:00- 3:00 pm, M-F Telephone answered 24 hrs/day, 7 days/week
Cost: Free, except for classes
Eligibility Criteria: Must have a demonstrable or emergency need for services
Description of Services and Other Information: Limited direct aid in supplying clothing, food, etc., when lost in a disaster. Serves as a referral center to meet other emergency needs. Also provides service to military, disaster assistance, and safety classes. Serves Adair County. Program available designed to answer the basic questions people have about HIV / AIDS. (Also, provides classes for first aid, CPR, HIV and water safety with cost recovery).
Counties Served: The chapter charter lists Adair County..however services are provided in the SDA's (service delivery area ) of , Knox, Linn, Putnam, Schuyler, Scotland, Sullivan and Macon Counties.
Website: www.nocentralmo.redcross.org
SPECIAL HEALTH CARE NEEDS - ADULT HEAD INJURY PROGRAM
SPECIAL HEALTH CARE NEEDS - ADULT HEAD INJURY PROGRAM
Contact: Lisa Curtis - TBI Service Coordinator - Northeast Area of Missouri, CurtiL1@pha.nopublic.orgAddress: Ralls County Health Department - 405 West 1st Street New London, MO 63459
Telephone: 1-800-451-0669
Fax: 573-985-1531
Hours: 8a.m. - 5p.m.
Cost: Service Coordination is FREE - Rehabilitation Services -Meet Eligibility Requirement of TBI & whose income is below 185% of Federal Poverty Guidelines
Eligibility Criteria: Adult living in Missouri, 21 years or older, Medical Documentation of Traumatic Brain Injury
Description of Services and Other Information: The Adult Head Injury Program provides assistance to Missouri residents, individuals and families, in locating, coordinating, and purchasing rehabilitation and psychological services for individuals who have survived a traumatic brain injury (TBI).
Counties Served: There is a Service Coordinator covering every county in Missouri
Website: www.dhss.mo.gov/SHCN
TRUMAN STATE UNIVERSITY SERVE CENTER
TRUMAN STATE UNIVERSITY SERVE CENTER
Contact: Faculty Contact Amy Currier & Student Contact Emily HeardAddress: Student Union Building 100 East Normal Kirksville, MO 63501
Telephone: 660-785-7222
Description of Services and Other Information: Promotes community involvement through service. The center serves as a central location where students, faculty, staff, and community members can find the assistance they need in either volunteering or voicing a need for volunteers.
UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI EXTENSION
UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI EXTENSION
Description of Services and Other Information: University of Missouri Extension helps people meet the unprecedented opportunities and challenges of the 21st century with research-based education and information to: • enhance Missouri’s economic viability • create strong individuals, families and communities; and, • create and sustain healthy environments. Adair County – 503 E. Northtown Road, Kirksville, MO 63501 660-665-9866, Fax 660-665-9876 Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. or by appointment, http://extension.missouri.edu/adair Clark County – 115 W. Court, Kahoka, MO 63445 660-727-3339 Knox County – 110 N. 4th St., Edina, MO 63537 660-397-2179 Lewis County – P.O. Box 68, Monticello, MO 63457 573-767-5273 Linn County – P.O. Box 81, Linneus, MO 64653 660-895-5123 Macon County – 113 N. Rubey, Macon, MO 63552 660-385-2173 Mercer County – 102 S. Broadway (Courthouse annex), Princeton, MO 64673 660-748-3315 Putnam County – Courthouse Rm. 104, Unionville, MO 63565 660-947-2705 Schuyler County – Courthouse P.O. Box 310, Lancaster, MO 63548 660-457-3469 Scotland County – 117 S. Market, Ste. 200, Memphis, MO 63555 660-465-7255 Shelby County – 106 E. 3rd St., P.O. Box 230, Shelbyville, MO 63469 573-633-2640 Sullivan County – Courthouse 3rd Floor, 109 N. Main, Milan, MO 63556 660-265-4541
VETERANS’ ORGANIZATIONS
VETERANS’ ORGANIZATIONS
Description of Services and Other Information: American Legion Post 20 (660) 665-0406 P.O. Box 713 Kirksville, MO 63501 For any veteran that served at least one day in the military. Sponsor Cub Scout pack, baseball teams, and Poppy Day Sale. Veterans of Foreign Wars (660) 465-8995 123 W. Monroe Memphis, MO 63555 VFW Adair Post 2508 21464 Potter Road Kirksville, MO 63501 660-665-9736
VFW ADAIR COUNTY POST 2508
VFW ADAIR COUNTY POST 2508
Contact: Kenny Kirkpatrick, Commander or Marvin Flynn, QuartermasterAddress: 21464 Potter Rd. Kirksville, MO 63501
Telephone: 660-665-6009
Hours: Mon-Sat 2 pm to 11 pm
Cost: Veterans Membership is $28.00 per year, Ladies Auxiliary membership is $20.00 per year.
Eligibility Criteria: To have served in any branch of the military on foreign soil during a declared action or to be a spouse, son, daughter, sister, brother or grandchild of a veteran.
Description of Services and Other Information: Provides Military rites, profits from weekly bingo and dances benefit Veteran's Homes, special benefit projects for cancer and Poppy sales for relief funds for veterans.
Counties Served: Adair
VICTIM SUPPORT SERVICES, INC.
VICTIM SUPPORT SERVICES, INC.
Contact: Martha Becker, Intake Coordinator, Ruth Valkenaar, Safehouse ManagerAddress: 1800 E. LaHarpe St. Kirksville, MO 63501
Telephone: Hotline: 660-665-1617 or 1-800-668-1617; Office: 660-665-0021 or 665-0020
Hours: 24-hour Hotline. Shelter services available 24 hours a day. Counseling by appointment and support group-times vary. Office hours 8-5, M-F
Cost: Free
Eligibility Criteria: Must be a victim of a violent crime, which can include domestic and sexual violence
Description of Services and Other Information: Safe House – allows victims safe shelter from violent situation (30 day suggested length of stay) Sexual Violence Advocacy - advocate will meet survivor at the emergency room or police station to immediately help survivor with technical details and immediate needs Crisis Line – access to trained personnel to offer support, resources and referral 24 hours a day, seven days a week Individual Counseling – therapy to help victims eliminate violence from their lives and achieve stated goals Support Group – address presenting issues using group dynamics Public Speaking - trained speakers give presentations on domestic violence, sexual assault, or our services Referral Service - coordination of area resources to help client find housing, job, legal services, etc. Legal Advocacy – assistance in obtaining orders of protection, legal services, support through all legal proceedings including trials and victim impact statements Case Management – ensure coordination of client needs with community resources Victim Advocacy – provide support to all victims of violent crimes as liaison support with all referral agencies utilizing all services available throughout the community Social Service Advocacy – provide support by serving as a liaison between community agencies and victims Life Skills Training – teaching of basic skills to achieve client’s life goals through better use of resources Post Shelter Support – continuation of the availability and consistency of services available to sheltered clients upon leaving the safehouse
Counties Served: Adair, Knox, Macon, Putnam, Schuyler, Scotland and Sullivan
WRIGHT MEMORIAL HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE
WRIGHT MEMORIAL HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE
Contact: Jacquelyn Walker, RN, Clinical Supervisor, jwalker2@saint-lukes.orgAddress: 605 E. 9th Trenton, MO 63683
Telephone: 660-359-6331 On call 24/7
Fax: 660-359-6315
Hours: Mon – Fri, 8-4:30
Cost: Depends on service provided, accepts Medicare, Medicaid, private insurances and private pay
Eligibility Criteria: Physicians orders
Description of Services and Other Information: All types of home health and hospice care
Counties Served: North Central Missouri, all of Grundy, portions of Davies, Linn, Livingston, Mercer and Sullivan
Website: www.saint-lukes.org
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