Family Wize
Content updated Oct 4, 2024
We've made it our mission to provide the best markdowns and discounts on prescription drugs on the web. Every discount you find is free and will save you money right at the register - no rebate forms or paperwork required!
Medicine Assistance Tool
Content updated Oct 4, 2024
PhRMA’s Mdicine Assistance Tool (MAT) is a search engine designed to help patients, caregivers and health care providers learn more about the resources available through the various biopharmaceutical industry programs.
Missouri Drug Card
Content updated Oct 4, 2024
There are no requirements needed to use the Missouri Drug Card program. Unlike insurance programs, there are no income, age, pre-existing condition, deductible, or waiting period restrictions.
Social Security Guide for Seniors
Content updated Sept. 17, 2025
Whether you’re nearing retirement age, have a significant disability or are struggling to meet your basic needs, you may be entitled to Social Security. This federal program includes several different components that can provide valuable financial assistance regardless of your age.
Effective September 30, in accordance with Executive Order 14247, Modernizing Payments To and From America’s Bank Account, federal benefit payments will primarily be issued electronically, with paper checks being phased out in most cases. To prevent any disruption in payments, we are reaching out to beneficiaries who currently receive paper checks and encouraging them to switch to electronic payment options before the deadline (see Paper Check Insert). Additionally, we are no longer offering a temporary check option when processing initial claims. Beneficiaries who request an exemption from the electronic payment requirement must file a waiver with the U.S. Treasury by calling 1-800-967-5042. SSA technicians are available to assist beneficiaries with this transition and to answer any questions.
Professional Interpreter-Northwest Missouri State University
This course will enable you to develop the skills necessary to use your knowledge of languages to help other people communicate. You'll start by gaining a clear understanding of what interpreting is; the different interpreting techniques, settings, and delivery modes; and the differences between a career in public services interpreting and other language-related fields.
855-520-6860 https://careertraining.ed2go.com/northwestmo/training-programs/professional-interpreter-course-online/
Missouri Substance Abuse Counselor Certification
While most substance abuse counselors work with alcohol and drug addiction the field also covers other addiction issues such as gambling and eating disorders. If you're an empathetic person who enjoys helping other this may be the perfect career for you.
Phone: 573-751-0018 Website: https://pr.mo.gov/counselors.asp
SERVSAFE® FOOD HANDLER ONLINE CERTIFICATIONS
Columbia, MO ServSafe® Food Handler Online Certifications give the option to train 365 days of the year, 7 days of the week & 24 hours a day on your schedule. These options give the participant major flexibility in learning. Food Handler Courses & Exams are for line-level employees only. All exams are computer-based and results are available 24 hours on ServSafe.com.
https://hrbuni.com/events/events/columbia-mo-servsafe-food-handler-online-certifications/
Twice Blessed-Midway Locust Grove United Methodist Church
Homeless and low-income individuals or families.
Content updated Sept. 9, 2024
Twice Blessed is a giving store that helps those in need with household items, baby items and clothing/shoes for all ages. The store does not carry large appliances or furniture. The store does host a free Christmas shopping experience each December.
2600 N Locust Grove Church Rd
Columbia, MO 65202
Email: mwlocustgrove@gmail.com
Caregiving Courses-Alison/Free Online Certificate Courses
Caregiving is also known as ‘caring’ or being a ‘care worker’, ‘caregiver’, ‘carer’ or 'home health aide'. In essence, it generally means seeing to the day-to-day needs of an older or disabled person by ensuring they have meals, are bathed, take their medication and have some social interaction.
Level 1-Medication Aide
Level One Medication Aide Training
Instructor: Candace Palmer, RN
All classes are located at: Woodcrest Chapel, Room 5
2201 W Nifong Blvd
Columbia, MO 65203
Senior Farmer’s Market-Nutrition Program
Low-income seniors (60 years of age or older)
Content updated Jan. 10, 2025
The Missouri Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (MoSFMNP) provides benefit vouchers to low-income seniors (60 years of age or older) residing in one of 46 Missouri counties. Eligible seniors receive 10 vouchers ($5 each), totaling $50 annually. Vouchers can be exchanged for eligible foods at a farmer’s market or roadside stand with an authorized farmer.
Contact Mid Missouri Aging Best Office
201 W Broadway, Ste. 1 E
Columbia, MO 65203
8am-4pm
573-443-5823
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Emery Sapp & Sons Internship Program
Phone- 573-445-8331 Visit Website
Here at ESS, we see Internships as opportunities to do real work and make an impact. You’ll get the chance to jump right in on day one and contribute to work that matters! No two people are the same and our internships reflect that. We tailor each program to give you a variety of experiences. Mentors will help you find your unique path in civil construction through training and direct experience.
J.B. Hunt Apprenticeship Program
Drivers hired into this program train alongside a J.B. Hunt driver trainer for six weeks, learning about our safety culture, how to run their lanes and more.
https://drivers.jbhunt.com/blog/jb-hunt-apprenticeship-program/
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer.
https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
Emery Sapp Class A, CDL Apprenticeship
Dreamed of driving a big rig locally or nationwide, but can’t afford training costs? The Central Region Missouri Job Centers have partnered with Emery Sapp to offer CDL Apprenticeship training to qualified candidates.
Missouri (Home) Appraisal License School-McKissock Learning
Looking for an appraisal school in Missouri? McKissock has you covered with the high-quality appraisal courses, industry expertise, and convenience needed to get your Missouri Appraisal License. Thousands of appraisers in St. Louis, Kansas City, Springfield, Independence, Columbia and across Missouri chose us for their Missouri appraisal education.
Salvation Army-Baby Pantry
Content updated July 14, 2025
UPDATE 7/14/25: Columbia’s Salvation Army has expanded its baby pantry open hours from monthly to weekly – every Wednesday, 1:00-4:00 pm. The baby pantry offers a wide range of needs for babies and their families, based on what has been donated. Clients must provide parent photo ID and baby’s Social Security card.
1108 W. Ash St.
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 442-3229