Audrain County Crisis Intervention Services (ACCIS)
Content updated Sept. 26, 2025
They provide empowerment-based services to victims of domestic and sexual violence while working with our community partners to ensure safety and justice for all survivors. Services include: Shelter, prevention and education, case management, legal advocacy, hospital advocacy, and support groups. ACCIS provides vital services to Audrain, Boone, Callaway, Monroe, Montgomery, and Randolph counties.
103 W Monroe St.
Mexico, MO 65265
Office phone: 573-581-3835
24-Hour hotline: 573-581-2280
Toll Free at 1-800-246-2280
Joshua House Church
Updated on: November 22, 2023
Our vision at Joshua House Church is to empower our families, youth, & community, by offering economic empowerment training, personal stewardship & finance training, entrepreneurship development, career counseling, workforce development and wellness.
Dream Tree Academy
The after-school program is targeted towards children ages 8 years old up to 18 years old.
Content updated Sept. 16, 2024
At Dream Tree Academy 573, we stand committed to shaping tomorrow’s leaders through an innovative blend of education and entrepreneurship. Our mission is clear: to ignite the sparks of learning and creativity within our youth. Through vibrant after-school programs in music, graphic design, financial literacy, and mental health, we don’t just teach – we transform.
9 am to 5 pm Office hours
4 pm to 8 pm After school program
800 Cherry St, Suite 201
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 777-9704
Ameren Missouri
Content updated May 19, 2025
This website lists programs which help low-income customers with account billing issues. NOTE: Ameren UE provides gas services only in the City of Columbia.
2001 Maguire Blvd
Columbia, MO 65201
800-552-7583
English Language Learners (ELL) - Columbia Area Career Center Adult Ed
Content updated Feb. 27, 2026
The Columbia Area Career Center Adult Education and Literacy program provides FREE online and in-person classes for adult students trying to better their English language skills. Classes begin in September and run through May. New students who register and take placement tests can be added to in-progress classes every few weeks.
We offer classes during the day and evening at various locations in Columbia. Classes meet in person or online via Zoom. Times and days of the week are to be determined based on need. For current enrollment details, email Adult English Learner Coordinator, Noah Siela, at Nsiela@cpsk12.org.
1818 W Worley
Columbia, MO 65203
573-214-3800
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Crowned Counseling
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
Sesame Street - Little Children, Big Challenges: Incarceration
Content updated Nov. 7, 2024
Helpful resources are provided through media, downloads, printables, and activities to help children and caregivers with the incarceration of a loved one.
Child Trauma Initiative
Boone County Families
Content updated Oct. 20, 2025
Child Trauma Initiative (CTI) provides trauma-informed, evidence-based interventions for children age 0-18 and their families who have experienced a traumatic event or loss of a loved one.
Hours: 8am-5pm
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Clinic
1000 W Nifong Blvd., Building 7, Suite 300
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 884-6324
Email: psychcti@missouri.edu
Transformational Housing
Updated on: November 22, 2023
Provides quality affordable apartments for low-income families that will develop self-sufficiency through accountable relationships.
3011 S Ten Mile Drive
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Email
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Crime Victims’ Compensation Program
Content updated Sept. 10, 2025
The Crime Victims' Compensation Program provides financial assistance to people who sustained traumatic injuries resulting from certain violent crimes. We know that injuries can be more than just physical. The CVC Program can cover traumas to emotional and mental health well-being too.
Department of Public Safety
Crime Victims' Compensation
P.O. Box 1589
Jefferson City, MO 65102
573-526-6006
Email: cvc@dps.mo.gov
Excel Adult High School - Daniel Boone Regional Library
Content updated Sept. 24, 2024
The Daniel Boone Regional Library offers adults the opportunity to earn a nationally accredited high school diploma online through the Excel Adult High School (EAHS) program.
The library provides a limited number of EAHS scholarships and Chromebooks to qualified adult learners who are looking to expand their career opportunities, prepare for workforce entry or continue their education. Applicants who successfully complete the online self-assessment, the prerequisite course and an in-person interview will be considered for free enrollment.
Visit dbrl.org/eahs or email EAHS@dbrl.org
Medicare Information
Content updated Sept. 23, 2024
Medicare is health insurance for people 65 or older. You’re first eligible to sign up for Medicare 3 months before you turn 65. You may be eligible to get Medicare earlier if you have a disability, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), or ALS (also called Lou Gehrig’s disease).
First State Community Bank -Junior Savers
Children and anyone looking for a bank
Content updated Aug. 13, 2025
We provide accounts for people looking for a bank. We have Regular accounts, 2nd chance accounts, First Savers accounts (ages 0-17) and more. Here is some information on our First Savers accounts:
For Kids 0-17
$1.00 Required to open an account
No Minimum balance
Earn interest on balances $0.01 +
Club Benefits
Free Local Events
Free Online Resources
Free Junior Savers App
Make an A, Get Paid - Earn $2.00 per A with a total reward max of $10.00 per semester in any class.
(573) 441-1800
Email: eelsea@fscb.com
300 Diego Dr, Columbia, MO 65203, 9am-5pm
3200 Golden Bear, Columbia, MO 65202, 9am-5pm
3601 Endeavor Parkway, Suite 101, Columbia, MO 65201, 9am-5pm
CMCA - Health Insurance Open Enrollment
Content updated April 22, 2025
This resource is now found at CMCA - Healthcare Advocate Program.
Columbia/Boone County Public Health & Human Services-Brighter Beginnings
Pregnant persons and caregivers caring for children aged (0-5).
Content updated Dec. 4, 2025
Brighter Beginnings is a Boone County home visiting collaborative that seeks to expand and simply access to individualized home visiting and parenting education support for pregnant persons and families with young children aged (0-5) in Boone County. The services is free, voluntary, and confidential. Based on responses to a brief referral questionnaire, you will be connected to a program that you are eligible for, and that is tailored to your needs and goals. This means quicker connections to support, and no more "shopping around" for support when you need it most.
Hours: M-F, 8am-5pm
1005 W. Worley St.
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 874-6219
Email: Kelly.Scheuerman@CoMO.gov
KMOS PBS Kids
Updated on: Nov. 19, 2025
Several free resources and ideas for kids and parents’ interaction.
Columbia Area Career Center
Content updated March 14, 2024
The Career Center has made some online partnerships it be able to deliver more than 800 courses.
NEW: English Language Learners - New flyer on registration
Ed2Go, is offering online open enrollment programs designed to provide the skills necessary to acquire professional level positions for many in-demand occupations.
CareerStep provides healthcare training that’s effective, relevant, and available year-round.
Effective April 1, 2024: The Columbia Area Career Center will have a new location in the University Apartments (by the Barber Shop on the 1st level)..
Current address:
4203 S Providence Rd Columbia, MO 65203 573-214-3800
Boone County Community Against Violence - (BCCAV) - Gun Violence Survivor Support
Gun Violence victims, survivors, and individuals impacted by gun violence directly or indirectly.
Content updated Nov. 21, 2025
Gun violence doesn’t end when the shooting stops — its impact lives on in the hearts, families, and neighborhoods of those left behind. Boone County Community Against Violence (BCCAV) stands beside survivors as they rebuild their lives and works to prevent future tragedies. As a gun violence survivor-led organization, we are committed to healing, justice, and prevention.
We fill a critical gap in services for survivors of gun violence by offering:
Trauma-informed programs that focus on healing and empowerment.
Advocacy and resource navigation to help survivors rebuild stability and seek justice.
Community engagement initiatives that promote understanding, prevention, and unity.
573-819-2244 - By Appointment - No physical address
Email: yourbccav@gmail.com