Salvation Army Social Services Office
Content updated May 29, 2025
The Salvation Army offers a range of services including: a thrift store, shelter, clothing vouchers, case management services, Missouri ID and birth certificates assistance, and more.
M-F, 9-12 and 1-4
1108 W Ash St.
Columbia, MO 65203
573-442-3229
Phoenix Programs
Sober Living
Content updated April 30, 2024
Provides treatment for those seeking recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. Visit website for office hours and clinic hours.
90 E Leslie Ln
Columbia, MO 65202
573-615-1466
Services for Independent Living
Content updated April 30, 2025
Empowers people with disabilities, seniors and veterans to maximize their independence in the community. Includes information, demonstrations, and presentations on assistive devices/technology, as well as technical assistance for a variety of accessibility needs. SIL provides demonstrations and resources for medical equipment, communication devices, and home modifications like ramps. Durable medical equipment includes crutches, wheelchairs (including powerchairs), medical beds, braces, and more.
Transportation
Service is door-to-door. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-4:00 pm except on observed holidays. All riders must be at least 18 years old.
To be eligible you must have a disability, be at least 55 years of age, or be a veteran. For veterans, SIL requires documentation prior to one’s first ride verifying they are a veteran. Spouses of veterans can also ride free and also requires prior documentation.
If you have not used SIL Transportation service before, please call us at (573) 874-1646.
A ride is $14 one way. Payment is expected at the time of pick up.
Rides are limited to within the Columbia city limits. Availability is limited, not every ride request can be fulfilled. Riders must be able to ride independently and load/unload any items in their possession. Individuals who cannot ride independently are responsible for bringing their own caregiver. Caregivers ride at no charge, but we do need to know if you will bring one with you.
1905 W Ash Street
Columbia, MO 65203
573-874-1646 ext. 217
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National Council on Aging - Benefits Check-Up
Content updated Oct. 15, 2025
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.
Missouri Long-Term Care Ombudsman
Content updated Oct. 15, 2025
If you or your loved one needs someone to speak on their behalf, investigate a complaint, or act as a mediator concerning long term care, use the link below to find and ombudsman in your
CONTACT: (800) 309-3282
EMAIL: LTCOmbudsman@health.mo.gov
Missouri Veterans Commission
Content updated Oct. 15, 2025
The Missouri Veterans Commission is a State agency established by Missouri Statute to aid all Veterans, their dependents, and legal representatives (at no cost for services), by providing information regarding the rights of Veterans and their dependents and to assist Veterans with accessing their available benefits through State and Federal Government. Visit our Benefits/Resource Portal: https://veteranbenefits.mo.gov/.
601 Business Loop 70 W
Suite 214A
Columbia, MO 65203
573-882-5135
Salvation Army Thrift Stores
Content updated May 25, 2025
Adult & children’s gently used clothes, reduced prices: may receive a voucher for free clothes at Salvation Army Administrative Office (1108 W Ash St. 573-442-3229).
23 E. Walnut St
Columbia, MO 65201
573.443.2786
Update 1/7/25 - Closed1303 Parkade Blvd
Columbia, MO 65203573.449.5202
Christian Fellowship Church
Office Hours
Sunday: 8am – 1pm, 2–5pm
Monday: 8am – 4pm
Tuesday: 8am – 4pm
Wednesday: 8am – 4pm
Thursday: 8am – 4pm
Friday: 8am – noon
Saturday: closed
5045 Chapel Hill Rd
Columbia, MO 65203
573-445-8561
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Broadway Christian Church
Sept. 3, 2024
All God’s Children Ministry
Update Sept. 3, 2024 - This activity is on hold.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
Content updated Jan. 15, 2026
Westport Center
1206 Business Loop 70W, Ste C
Columbia, MO 65203
Websites to find meeting places:
Therapy.com – A local directory to help residents find therapists, psychiatrists, and mental health support services in Columbia: https://therapy.com/missouri/columbia/
Mid Missouri Al-Anon
Content updated Aug. 20, 2025
Al-Anon has but one purpose: to help families of alcoholics.
Find a meeting: https://midmissouri-al-anon.org/meetings/
Columbia Senior Activity Center
Content updated Oct. 20, 2025
The Center provides a safe place for individuals in their mature years to stopover to interact with persons approximately the same age and share the same interests. Thru many different activities and a healthy meal program, people can stay active mentally as well as physically (ex: yoga, line dancing, exercise…), blood pressure, activities (ex: cards and pool), and volunteer opportunities.
Lunch is served from 10:45 - 12:45 pm. Take out option only after 12:30 pm. A full lunch ticket costs $7.00 ($6.00 for a veteran). A full lunch includes an entree, 2 sides, soup, dessert, and a drink. All items may be ordered individually as well. There is no age limit to come and eat.
Senior Center’s Hours: Mon thru Fri 9 AM - 4 PM
1121 Business Loop 70 E
Columbia, MO 65202
573-874-2050
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COMO Calendar of Events
Content updated Dec. 3, 2025
A link to local events maintained by the Columbia Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Stephens Lake Beach and Spray grounds
Content updated Dec. 3, 2025
Stephens Lake Beach and Spray grounds are FREE to the public and open from May 1 through Sept. 30. There is a sand beach and a designated roped area for swimming. The lake is unguarded and visitors swim at their own risk. Stephens Lake Park features the largest spray grounds (5,782 sq. ft.) in Columbia’s park system, with a variety of water spray features, such as spray rings, water columns, stream jets, geysers, and bubblers. Stephens Lake Park is centrally located in Columbia and is a family friendly place to cool off and have fun.
2001 E Broadway
Columbia, MO 65201
573-874-7460
Lake of the Woods Pool
Content updated Dec. 3, 2025
This outdoor municipal pool on the east side of Columbia is surrounded by the beautiful Lake of the Woods Golf Course in Lake of the Woods Recreation Area. The pool features slides, lounge chairs, umbrella shade, and concessions at the clubhouse.
6700 St. Charles Rd. Columbia, MO 65202 573-474-7878 (in season) 573-874-7460 (off season)
Flat Branch Spray Grounds
Content updated Dec. 3, 2025
Facility amenities
Outdoor spray grounds
Chlorinated recycled water, activated by push button
Surrounding park amenities: playground, benches, MKT Trail access, art sculpture
Tiered stone seating
Park Hours: 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Open from May 1 through Sept. 30
400 Locust St.
Columbia, MO 65201
573-874-7460
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Douglas Family Aquatic Center and Spray Park
Content updated Dec. 3, 2025
Located in Douglass Park. This central-city outdoor pool features a double loop slide, climbing wall, and spray grounds. It has a picnic shelter for shade inside the fencing, lounge chairs, bathhouse, and concessions. Douglass Family Aquatic Center has the lowest admission fee of all the municipal pools, providing a great family value.
400 N Providence Rd
Columbia, MO 65201
573-442-5019 (in season) 573-874-7460 (off season)