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Library gun lock distribution takes aim at veteran suicide
Veterans
Content added March 10, 2025
All branches of Daniel Boone Regional Library now offer free gun locks — no questions asked, no library card required. The locks can be requested at the front desk of each branch.
Truman Veterans’ Hospital provides the cable gun locks. In addition to promoting general weapon safety, the locks are part of the hospital’s program to prevent and reduce the risk of veteran suicide. The hospital continues to supply the locks to the library as needed.
Printed on each gun lock is the logo and contact for the Veterans Crisis Line, a crisis hotline for veterans and their loved ones. The locks also come with instructions on how to use them, two keys and information on recognizing the signs of suicide risk and the phone number for the Veterans Crisis Line.
Columbia Public Library
100 W. Broadway, Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 443-3161
Callaway County Public Library
710 Court St., Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 642-7261
Holts Summit Public Library
188 W. Simon Blvd., Holts Summit, MO 65043
(573) 606-8770
Southern Boone County Public Library
109 N. Main St., Ashland, MO 65010
(573) 657-7378
Medicare - extra
Content added Feb. 24, 2025
The following link provides information on assistance paying for Medicare:
https://www.medicare.gov/basics/costs/help/medicare-savings-programs
Aspire Business Clinic - Columbia College
Content added March 1, 2025
Modeled after an authentic business consulting firm, the Aspire Business Clinic at Columbia College provides pro bono consulting services to start-up entrepreneurs in the community. Entrepreneurs are paired with a team of students who help uncover innovative growth solutions by designing marketing plans, crafting communication and social media strategies, and developing strategic plans. Contact
Work alongside the Director of the Aspire Business Clinic and fellow students in our dynamic project consulting team. Together, you'll uncover innovative growth solutions for our clients—small businesses and nonprofits—by designing marketing plans, crafting communication and social media strategies, and developing strategic plans.
For more information, email jdmoberly@ccis.edu or rhohenstein@ccis.edu.
Other Clinics accepting Medicaid
Content added Feb. 26, 2025
Other Clinics accepting Medicaid:
MU Health Care Primary Care - Visit website
Boone Health - Visit website
Spectrum Health Care
Content added Feb. 26, 2025
Affordable health care services for everyone. Make an appointment. Services provided:
Hours: Monday–Thursday, 9am–5pm
Evening hours: Tuesdays @ 5:30–8 p.m. and Thursdays @ 4–8 p.m.
1123 Wilkes Boulevard, Suite 110
Columbia, MO 65201
573-514-7312
Tiger OT (Occupational Therapy)
Content added Feb. 24, 2025
Tiger OT is a program that provides hands-on clinical opportunities for student practitioners in both traditional outpatient settings and the community. Tiger OT serves both children and adults who may be experiencing challenges associated with neurologic, musculoskeletal, mental health and developmentally based conditions. Specific conditions include stroke, head injury, amputation, chronic pain, autism, cerebral palsy, visual impairments and spinal cord injury.
Hours and location: The Tiger OT Clinics are located in Clark Hall and Lewis Hall on the University of Missouri campus. Services are by appointment, call for more information.
For more information please contact:
573-882-3988
TigerOT@missouri.edu
Get help to apply for Medicare
Content added March 12, 2025
Missouri State Health Insurance Assistance Program or Missouri SHIP - https://www.missouriship.org/about/our-services/
Senior Benefit Services - www.sbsteam.net
Get help to apply for Medicaid
Content updated April 16, 2025
Missouri Connections for Health - Contact Us | Missouri SHIP
Aging Best (if you are elderly) - https://www.agingbest.org/contact
Burrell Behavioral Health (if you receive or are interested in receiving services from Burrell) – Contact Us | Burrell Behavioral Health
CMCA https://cmca.us/get-help/health-care-advocate/
Compass Health (if you receive or are interested in receiving services from Compass) - https://compasshealthnetwork.org/medicaid-enrollment-information/
Voluntary Action Center (VAC) - Financial aid for vital records
Content added Feb. 18, 2025
Voluntary Action Center is a local non-profit responding to the basic needs of the individuals within our community. VAC services and eligibility flyer
Financial Assistance: Baby formula, gas, food handler cards, health and dental co-payments, minor car repair, Missouri birth certificates, photo ID’s, prescriptions and work uniforms and/or tools.
Services provided 9 am - 12 pm and 1 pm - 4 pm.
Walk-ins: M-T-Th-F.
Scheduled appointments - Wednesday. Call 573-874-2273 to schedule an appointment.
403 A Vandiver
Columbia, Mo 65202
573-874-2273
Day Dreams Foundation
Content added Feb. 7, 2025
The Day Dreams Foundation eliminates financial barriers to participating in extracurricular activities and promotes healthy lifestyles, goal setting, academics, teamwork and respect for others. Our goal is for every child can fulfill their dream of participating in an extracurricular activity without ever worrying about the cost.
1 E Broadway, Suite C
Columbia, MO 65203
573-214-2600
Rolla Senior Apartments
Content added Feb. 7, 2025
Rolla Senior Apartments provide an independent lifestyle filled with friends, activities, and tree-lined streets. Spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments are available, and new updates include vinyl plank flooring, carpeting, blinds, air conditioning, garbage disposal, and all are cable ready. The kitchen is well-equipped with a full-size range, refrigerator, and microwave oven.
Catering toward an elderly independent living community, Rolla Senior Apartments requires a minimum age of 62 and monthly rent is based on the renter’s income. The property is conveniently located near shops, restaurants, and medical facilities.
1101 McCutchen Rd.
Rolla, MO 65401
(573) 364-6820
Cars4Heroes
Content added Feb. 5, 2025
Cars 4 Heroes is a registered nonprofit that provides free vehicles to veterans, active-duty military, first responders, and their families if they do not have the means to obtain their own. They’ve also added an option for civilians and first responders to apply.
Those interested in applying for a free car from Cars 4 Heroes can do so on the website. Required information on the application includes:
· Name and contact
· Military status and service (if applicable)
· Honors and discharge
· Military ID photo
· Details about need
The application form also asks questions like:
· “How would a vehicle change the recipient's life? Why does the recipient need a vehicle?”
· “How many people does the vehicle need to accommodate?”
· “Number of children in need of a car seat
National Auto Body Council Recycled Rides
Content added Feb. 5, 2025
Candidates for a NABC Recycled Ride® vehicle cannot self-nominate. They need to be nominated, or “sponsored” by a charity that knows them and is familiar with their situation.
We rely on our charity partners to know the people they nominate and to select good people to bring forward. People who are who they say they are, that the information they provide is accurate, and that they will pass a background check for a clean criminal record and clean driving record. We are looking to provide a gift that truly changes someone’s life, not a second household vehicle.
Amanda Santos, NABC Recycled Rides® Gifting Coordinator, asantos@nationalautobodycouncil.org
Commute by Enterprise
Content added Jan. 28, 2025
The way we work is changing - so the way we get to work should, too. Commute with Enterprise is a flexible corporate vanpool program that helps ease the daily commute and increase commuter savings along the way.
Missouri Vocational Enterprises
Content added Jan. 27, 2025
Missouri Vocational Enterprises is driven by the success of the individuals that were once incarcerated within the Department of Corrections and were able to receive meaningful employment upon release.
Our unique program is tailored to offenders to help them acquire vocational skills and job skill education. Missouri Vocational Enterprise's success isn't just about the high quality of the products that are created, but it's about the people who make those products! We believe in service and see the value in Missouri's offender population.
They sell hundreds of manufactured products: bed & bath, chemicals and dispensers, consumables, chairs, clothing, textiles, engraving and fine arts, flags, furniture, metal products, printing, signs, decals, stickers. Products list.