CORE Recovery
Content updated Nov. 15, 2023
CORE is a nonprofit Christian ministry dedicated to helping men and women seeking recovery from drug and alcohol addiction. CORE is a one year residential program providing recovery and spiritual growth classes, housing, transportation, GED classes and church services in Branson and Springfield Missouri.
For more information about the CORE program call 1-888-CORE-USA or visit their website CORE-USA.ORG
CORE
280 State Highway T
Branson, Missouri 65616
5 Keys to Quit Smoking
Content updated March 18, 2026
An outline of 5 steps to take in the effort to quit smoking or vaping.
800-784-8669 877-448-7848 (Spanish) 855-784-8838 (Vets)
Nicotine Anonymous
Content updated March 18, 2026
Nicotine Anonymous ("NicA") is a non-profit 12-step fellowship of men and women helping each other live nicotine-free lives. Nicotine Anonymous welcomes all those seeking freedom from nicotine addiction, including those using cessation programs and nicotine withdrawal aids. The primary purpose of Nicotine Anonymous is to help all those who would like to cease using tobacco and nicotine products in any form. The Fellowship offers group support and recovery using the 12 Steps as adapted from Alcoholics Anonymous to achieve abstinence from nicotine.
Freedom from Smoking
Content updated March 18, 2026
A program sponsored by the Americal Lung Association.
1-800-LUNGUSA (586-4872)
EX Community - quitting smoking or vaping
Content updated March 18, 2026
Provides the following support actions:
A customized quit plan that learns and grows with you.
Text messages for support quitting smoking or vaping.
Smart, interactive guides and tools for you to navigate your tobacco-free journey.
Expert advice and tips from Mayo Clinic.
An active, supportive EX Community of real tobacco users who have been through it all.
Contact EX Community by filling out the "contact us" page with your information at Visit website.
Quit for Life -smoking cessation
Content updated March 18, 2026
FREE online quit-smoking program; free nicotine replacement therapy, quit guide, and phone access to a quit coach.
800-784-8669 (800-QUIT NOW)
MU Student Health Center
For MU Students only
Content updated April 30, 2026
We are a primary care clinic for MU students only. Same- or next-day appointments are almost always available. As with other medical visits, insurance will be billed for the visit. Call 573-882-7481 to schedule an appointment.
Hours: M-F, 8am-5pm
909 Hitt Street-Pershing Hall
Columbia, MO 65201
573-882-7481
Email umhsshc@health.missouri.edu
Ellis Fischel Cancer Center (EFCC)
Content updated May 2, 2024
There is no denying tobacco use is one of the hardest habits to break, especially on your own. That's why Ellis Fischel Cancer Center and MU Health Care offer Quit Tobacco Now Services to help tobacco users kick the habit for good.
One Hospital Drive, 2nd Floor Columbia, MO 65212 573-884-2100
Mold and Moisture Clean Up Information
Tips for assessing a moldy situation including when to contact professional cleaners.
Free Paint for Re-Use
City of Columbia Household Hazardous Waste Shed
The Shed contains 5 gallon buckets of latex paint collected from Household Hazardous Waste Collection Days, which are available free of charge.
1313 Lakeview Avenue
Columbia, MO
573-874-2489
Home Performance with Energy Star Program
Content updated May 28, 2024
Home Performance with Energy Star is a national program designed to bring your home up to Energy Star standards. An assessment of your entire home by a certified contractor will show you ways to save on your energy costs.
Residents who participate in the Home Performance program can finance energy efficiency improvements through our rebates and loans. For more information, visit our Rebates and Loans page.
To see if this program could help you, complete the Home Energy Yardstick assessment found at energystar.gov. If you have a score of five or less, your home could benefit from the Home Performance Program.
Habitat For Humanity
People/Families looking into homeownership but cannot afford a traditional mortgage. 60% AMI (Area Median Income HUD) or below.
Content updated Aug. 2, 2024
Habitat for Humanity partners with people in our community, and all over the world, to help them build a place they can call home. Habitat homeowners help build their own homes alongside volunteers and pay an affordable, interest-free mortgage, for the cost of construction of their home. With your support, Habitat homeowners achieve the strength, stability, and independence they need to build a better life for themselves and their families. Show-Me Central Habitat for Humanity strives to provide decent and affordable housing to more people than ever before.
1305 Business Loop 70 E
Columbia, MO 65201
ReStore Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 8:30am - 4:00pm
Construction Hours: Wednesday-Saturday 8:30am-4pm
573-499-1202
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@showmehabitat on Instagram
USDA Rural Development - Direct Home Loans
Single Family Housing Direct Home Loans
Content updated May 28, 2024
Program assists low- and very-low-income applicants obtain decent, safe and sanitary housing in eligible rural areas by providing payment assistance to increase an applicant’s repayment ability. Payment assistance is a type of subsidy that reduces the mortgage payment for a short time. The amount of assistance is determined by the adjusted family income.
“First Place” Loans- Missouri Housing Development Commission (MHDC)
First-time homebuyers and qualified veterans
Content updated Aug. 12, 2024
The First Place Loan program gives first-time homebuyers and qualified veterans the edge they need to purchase a home.
Home Rehab and Energy Efficiency Program
500 E Walnut St, Ste 108
573.874.7288
Email
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Columbia Community Land Trust (CCLT)
Low-to-moderate income home buyers
Content updated June 10, 2024
The CCLT is a non-profit corporation formed by the City of Columbia with the primary duties of creating and stewarding permanently affordable housing. The widening gap between housing costs and household median income makes home ownership increasingly less affordable. The CCLT is working to address this by creating additional home-ownership opportunities for lower income Columbia households and permanently protecting these investments for future generations.
11 N. 7th Street
Columbia, MO 65201
573-874-6321
Email: housingprograms@como.gov
City of Columbia Home Ownership Assistance Program
Applicants must be “first time home buyers” who meet the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) income guidelines.
Content updated June 10, 2024
The purpose of the Homeownership Assistance Program is to make homeownership more affordable for low-to-moderate income households through down payment and/or closing cost assistance to qualified households purchasing a home within the City Limits of Columbia. Applications will only be considered when qualified buyers with properties are under contract. Applicants must be “first time home buyers” who meet the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) income guidelines.
1 N. 7th Street
Columbia, MO 65201
573-874-7288 (TTY: 1-800-MOR-ELAY)
Email: housingprograms@como.gov
Blue Acres Mobile Home Park
Families
Content updated July 10, 2024
Blue Acres Mobile Home Park is a manufactured/mobile home community located in Columbia, MO 65201. Will accept those with felonies and misdemeanors.
4001 Ponderosa St
Columbia, MO
573-875-7960
Vandiver Place and Holly Ridge - Manufactured Homes
Families
Content updated July 10, 2024
Single Wide and Double Wide lots. Amenities include pet friendly, playground, off street parking, landscaping, and garbage service.
1501 Vandiver Drive
Columbia, MO
888-706-1440