Building Relationships and Parenting Skills
Content added Sept. 3, 2024
Show Me Christian Youth Home: Rescue and Restore is in La Monte, Missouri.
Where can families turn in times of crisis with their children? Costly private programs? Children’s Division? Is there another option? There is a place…Going beyond the limits of traditional foster care, children living at Show-Me Christian Youth Home receive therapeutic benefits from specialized programs in a Christ-centered, family environment. Working together, we help each child—physically, academically, emotionally, and spiritually—overcome the struggles of their past and prepare for a successful future. It’s not our obligation to help children and families in crisis—it’s an opportunity to make our neighborhoods a better place for all of us.
24302 Mahin Rd.
P.O. Box 6
La Monte, MO 65337
Families of children with disabilities ages birth to 26
Content added July 3, 2024
Missouri Parents Act (MPACT) is a state-wide, non-profit Parent Training and Information Center (PTI) established in 1988. Our Mission: Empowering families to advocate for themselves so that children with special education needs can reach their full potential in education and life.
Services Offered at No Cost to Parents, Youth, and Professionals:
-30+ In-Person and Online Training Classes
-Direct Support for Families: Special education process assistance for children from birth to age 26
-Collaboration Guidance: Information on working with schools and communities
-Resource Hub: Fact sheets, model forms, sample letters, website, e-newsletter, and social media
1530 Main St
Joplin MO 64801
Hours: M-F 8:30AM-4:30PM, except for holidays
(800) 743-7634
Email: info@missouriparentsact.org
Content updated Oct 2, 2023
Created by Thriving Home, these table talk cards are a fun activity for families who want to spark more conversation around the table at meal times. Click the button below to view and download the table talk cards.
Children, adults, couples
Content updated Sept. 25, 2024
Crowned Counseling is a local agency that provides mental health services to people across Columbia and the state of Missouri. Through employing clinicians of color, Crowned Counseling seeks to provide culturally responsive mental health services to underserved communities.
Crowned Counseling works with clients to reach holistic wellbeing by providing individual, family, couples, and group therapy.
601 E Broadway, Suite. 304
Columbia, MO 65201
573-825-0672
Email: hello@crownedcounseling.com
Content updated Oct. 7, 2024
ParentLink provides statewide, cost-free parenting support by masters-level professionals who are real people that care. The entry to point to ParentLink services is the WarmLine, where we provide listening support, evidence-based information, connection to vetted resources. From the WarmLine, families may be referred to our specialists in Early Childhood and Kinship Care arrangements, or an Access Navigator.
ParentLink is cost-free and available to all Missouri parents and caregivers. Link to brochure.
WarmLine: 800-552-8522, text 585-FAMILY1, email parentlink@missouri.edu, @parentlink on Facebook Messenger.
Director: Dr. Bradd Anderson, andersonb@missouri.edu
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Content updated Aug 14, 2024
A list of picture books for children. The site provides book reviews and interviews with authors.
Content update Dec. 28, 2023
Seeds of Promise is a 10-week program for infants through 5-year-olds that runs twice a year for the children during Women’s Bible Study classes. It is not currently in session. The Spring session will begin in mid-February. Contact Kayla Fischer for more information.
Kayla Fischer
Early Childhood Director
Email: Kayla.fischer@thecrossingchurch.com
The Crossing
3615 Southland Drive
Columbia, MO 65203
573-256-4410
Content updated Sept. 10, 2024
The goals of the National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse (NRFC) are to provide, facilitate, and disseminate current research and proven and innovative strategies that will encourage and strengthen fathers and families and providers of services.
Content updated Aug 2, 2023
Designed to help fathers improve their relationships with children, this program uses a curriculum to train men to become responsible fathers and father-figures who love and lead children to success.
617 N Providence Rd
Columbia, MO 65203
573-449-0340
Content updated Aug 2, 2023
The Fatherhood Program is administered by Missouri Division of Child Support Services to help a noncustodial parent avoid having to appear before a judge in court. It’s an employment-based service that focuses on providing services that can help the noncustodial parent achieve selfsufficiency.
Contact:
Powerhouse Community Development Corporation
601 Business Loop 70
West Suite 214 (Parkade Center)
(573) 723-6030
Content updated Sept. 10, 2024
Encourages, educates and empowers families of individuals with disabilities to maximize independence.
Services for Independent Living
2nd Thursday of each month, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
1401 Hathman Pl.
Columbia, MO
573-874-1646
Boone County Family Resources
4th Thursday of each month, 6 - 8 p.m.
2700 W. Ash Street
Columbia, MO 65203
573-874-1995
Content updated Dec. 19, 2024
Powerhouse was established in 2008 with a mission to “prepare and equip individuals for economic and life challenging situations as it relates to their personal growth and development.” Since its inception, Powerhouse has focused on providing relevant programs and services that positively impact the social, economic, and health- related needs of residents in Central Missouri. In keeping with its mission, Powerhouse has implemented programs focusing on positive youth development, strengthening families, responsible fatherhood, transportation, food insecurity, mental and behavioral health, substance use disorder and treatment, community development, and access to care.
Columbia Location:
601 Business Loop 70 W. Ste. 204
Columbia, MO 65202
573-723-6030
Email: SJackson@pwrhousecdc.org
Women and Children
Content updated Aug. 27, 2024
Here at MOPS, we gather and support moms. We believe in the simple but revolutionary idea that remarkable things happen when moms come together. Our acronym stands for “Mothers of Preschoolers” because we began in 1973 when a group of moms with young children banded together to share their lives and parenting journeys. Over the past 45 years, MOPS has expanded our reach to include ALL moms. In addition, we are partnering with churches and organizations worldwide to equip and encourage moms in more than 68 countries.
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Find a group: https://www.mops.org/groupsearch/index.php
Content updated Dec. 13, 2023
Forward Motion reaches out to single moms with unconditional love and support. Build relationships in an atmosphere of HOPE as you laugh, learn and pray together. This group of single moms comes together every Tuesday evening to have dinner (prepared by volunteers), join in bible study and live in community together. Forward Motion organizers offer free childcare during the group’s regular meetings.
This group meets from 6-8pm each Tuesday while school is in session.
Contact Michele for more info:
Women's Ministry
Forum Christian Church
573-443-3900
Content updated Dec. 18, 2023
PAT is a free service from Columbia Public Schools that can provide parents with developmental and social/emotional screenings for their young children and babies, including hearing and vision screenings.
2191 Smiley Lane
Columbia, MO 65202
573-214-3955
Families with children ages 0-5
Content updated Sept. 10, 2024
First Chance for Children provides early childhood programs and family resources that support safe and healthy outcomes for children and families across Missouri.
1002 Fay Street
Columbia, MO 65201
573-777-1815
Content updated Aug. 16, 2024
Columbia/Boone County Healthy Families is a home visiting program set up to help families who are screened as high risk. We serve families with histories of substance abuse, mental health issues, histories of trauma, housing instability, etc. Our referrals come to us through Brighter Beginnings.
Per C/BCHF spokesperson, a better first point of contactfor families is with Brighter Beginnings. That way, clients will get to which ever home visiting program fits them best. If they are not wanting home visiting but want to speak with someone about their pregnancy, apply for MPW, and find out more about social services in the community, they can call our Social Services at 817-6430.
1005 W Worley St
Columbia, MO 65203-2037
573-817-6430
Email: sandra.miller@como.gov
Updated on: August 2, 2023
At the MU Family Impact Center, we aim to provide lifelong education that will help our community’s residents improve their quality of life.
We welcome participants from anywhere in the mid-Missouri area.
We offer numerous programs in one place in order to bring the knowledge, research and resources from the University of Missouri into the community.
Our FREE programs cover a wide range of needs, including tax assistance, family support, medical care and even summer camps that are geared towards youth excellence & college preparation.
105 E Ash St.
Columbia, MO 65203
573-882-2428
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Children 2 potty trained to 12 yrs old
Content updated Dec. 10, 2024
We are a childcare facility that adds a education enrichment along with learning through play. Our all-day program is $200 weekly, and our after-school program is $100 weekly.
7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
617 N. Providence Road
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 447-7351
Email: ucschoolhouse@ucbuilders.org
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Women and families
Content updated Aug. 2, 2024
My Life Clinic is a nonprofit pregnancy resource center that offers free services and support to women and families facing unexpected pregnancies. We provide pregnancy testing, limited ultrasounds, and STI testing adminstered by licensed medical professionals all at no cost to our clients. Our support team also provides options counseling, parenting classes and support groups, free baby supplies and equipment, diapers, and resource referrals.
802 N Providence, Suite 2
Columbia, MO 65201
573-874-3561a
Email: info@mylifeclinic.org
Hours: Monday-Thursday, 10-5
Content updated Nov. 6, 2023
KVC Missouri is a nonprofit that strengthens families, prevents child abuse and neglect, and helps people achieve mental health wellness. We provide a continuum of services that support children and families experiencing a range of life struggles and equip them with skills and resources to live a healthier and happier life.
Please see Love Columbia staff for a referral form.
409 Vandiver West Bldg. 6 Suite 100 & 102A Columbia, MO 65202
4304 S. Bearfield Road Columbia, MO 65201
Adults
Content updated Jan. 22, 2024
The Integrative Behavioral Health Clinic (IBHC) is a student-facilitated clinic located at the Family Impact Center (FIC). Our mission is to address disparities in the availability of comprehensive mental health care for people who are uninsured or unable to afford healthcare in order to improve quality of life, reduce distressing symptoms, and increase access.
105 E Ash, Ste 200
Columbia, MO 65203
Providing individual, couples and family counseling
Content updated Oct. 14, 2024
The Heriford House employs diverse therapists and interns to work primarily with minorities, non-traditional families, and families with children who have problematic behaviors. Most insurance is accepted however we do offer sessions based on a sliding scale that is due at the time of service.
Mon - Thu 8 AM-7 PM, Fri 8 AM-5 PM, Sat 9 AM-1 PM
By appointment only. Go to www.thehhouse.org to submit a request for an appointment or learn more about our program.
1804 Heriford Rd Columbia, MO 65202 573-639-1094
855-743-8761 phone/fax/text
Content updated May 24, 2024
Columbia Public Library, Part of the Daniel Boone Regional Library system
Hours:
Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday, 1-5 p.m.
The library is free and open to everyone. Those interested in checking out materials and using the free online resources may apply for a free library card. Apply online or at the library.
In addition to being able to check out books, you can borrow music CDs, DVDs, magazines, early learning kits for children, fiber arts kits, Memory Care kits, Parent Packs for new and expectant parents, STEAM kits, telescopes and mobile Wi-Fi hotspots. You can reserve most items by placing a hold online or at any library, and then pick them up inside the library or via curbside pickup.
There are many opportunities taking place at the library that don’t require a library card including programs for all ages, a quiet reading room and a special interactive play area for children. You may take advantage of the free Wi-Fi in the building or use one of the public computers. To use the computers, you either need a library card or a guest pass. You may also scan, make copies and print documents for a small fee.
100 W Broadway
Columbia, MO 65203
573-443-3161
Content updated July 17, 2024
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 who are not in a committed relationship learn how to identify the qualities that make a healthy partner and how to communicate and maintain relationships, of all kinds. Participants also learn how parenting, finances, and personal well-being impact their healthy relationship choices.
Their free classes use Within My Reach, an 8-week program designed to help you learn safe emotional and physical relationship qualities, build healthy communication and conflict management skills, and understand your expectations and needs for future relationships. We also explore stepfamily life, co-parenting, commitment, and financial decision-making in relationships.
The classes aim to put you in charge of deciding what belongs in your future relationships, instead of sliding into common relationship pitfalls.
Program referral form
807 North Providence Road Columbia, MO 65201 573-443-8706 ext 1022
1-855-422-4510
(573) 540-1028 text
Program Manager: Nolanda Dodd nolanda@cmca.us
Email: smhr@cmca.us
Content updated Jan. 24, 2024
ParentLink’s WarmLine is your direct access to family strengthening information and support:
- Visit with professionals who can assist you in thinking through solutions to your parenting concerns.
- Obtain community service and other resource information.
Family Support Specialists offer problem-solving support, research-based information, and referrals to services. In areas of the state where we have funding to do so, we also offer follow-up calls to ensure that families get connected with needed resources. During follow-up we help families problem-solve any barriers to accessing services and provide additional information and referrals as needed.
4800 Santana Circle
Columbia, MO 65203
If you are a Missouri resident, call 1-800-552-8522 or to call locally: 573-882-7323
Text: 585-FAMILY1
Email: parentlink@missouri.edu