CMCA - Resource Guide
Updated on: July 17, 2024
This resource guide covers CMCA's 8 county service area: Audrain, Boone, Callaway, Cole, Cooper, Howard, Moniteau and Osage. It also covers the three additional counties we provide Head Start for: Benton, Hickory, and Morgan. It's a comprehensive guide that includes any and all resources available to help lower income individuals and families in need. The resources and information listed in the guide have been compiled by other groups and agencies in our 8 county service area over the years, and most notably in Boone County by the Voluntary Action Center.
National Suicide and Crisis Hotline
Content Updated: July 10, 2023
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a United States-based suicide prevention network for anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.
Call or text 24/7: 988
Friendship Line
Updated on: July 22, 2024
Institute on Aging’s 24-hour toll-free Friendship Line is the only accredited crisis line in the country for people aged 60 years and older, and adults living with disabilities.
Elder Abuse And Neglect Hotline
Content updated Nov. 4, 2024
Missouri Dept. of Health and Senior Services
To report Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation of the Elderly and Disabled call 1-800-392-0210.
National Council on Aging - Benefits Check-Up
Content updated Nov. 5, 2024
BenefitsCheckUp helps assess whether you can get help from programs before you apply. BenefitsCheckUp® connects millions of older adults and people with disabilities with benefits programs that can help pay for health care, medicine, food, utilities, and more. BenefitsCheckUp® is the nation’s most comprehensive online tool to connect older adults and people with disabilities to benefits assistance. We'll make it easy to see if you may be eligible—and then help you find out where to apply online or how to get help from a benefits counselor.