Living With Grief Support Group
Content added Oct. 7, 2024
This is a grief support group. It is a processing group that meets every Tuesday from 6:00-7:30 PM. Anyone who experiences grief due to the death of someone in their life and who would like support from others who have similar experiences.
1600 E Broadway
Columbia MO 65201
(Boone Hospital Center) We meet in conference room C or in the Hospital Chapel each week depending on room availability. The front desk attendants can tell attendees where meeting is taking place.
(573) 234-0417
Email: counselor082019@aeffcounselingservices.net
Voter registration for people with a felony record
Content added Oct. 4, 2024
Once they serve their sentence, most people with felony convictions regain the right to vote. Here’s how to prepare for Election Day. (Source: Missouri Independent newspaper; accessed 10/4/24.)
City of Columbia Human Rights Commission
Content added Oct. 4, 2024
701 E Broadway, 2nd Floor
Columbia, MO 65205-6015
573-817-5024
Email: HumanRights@CoMo.gov
Doula Services covered by MO Medicaid
Content updated June 13, 2026
Effective for dates of service beginning October 1, 2024, doula services are available to all pregnant women, prenatally, during delivery, and throughout the 12-month postpartum period as a preventive service recommended by a licensed practitioner of the healing arts. Doula services will be reimbursed on a fee-for-service basis.
HeartSpace Clinic
Anyone impacted by trauma or stress and overwhelm.
Content updated Aug. 29, 2025
Provides services to individuals, organizations and communities who have been directly or indirectly affected by trauma, as well as anyone who has an interest in understanding more about trauma and resilience. Provides trainings and workshops on the impact of trauma and stress on the body and mental health, as well as how to build resilience and recover. Offers the Safe and Sound Protocol for children and adults who struggle with anxiety or emotional regulation. This service is free to Boone County families.
201 West Broadway
Building 2, Suite F
Columbia, MO 65202
573-214-0436
Email: heartspacecliniccomo@gmail.com
Spartan Pointe
Families
Content added Sept. 16, 2024
Spartan Pointe is a Family Community with an abundance of apartment and community amenities. We are located near grocery stores, pharmacies, banks, restaurants and doctor’s offices. The surrounding community provides modern conveniences designed to complement your lifestyle.
2108 Battle Avenue
Columbia, MO 65202
573-488-6237
Show-Me Christian Youth Home
Content added Sept. 3, 2024
Show Me Christian Youth Home: Rescue and Restore is in La Monte, Missouri.
Where can families turn in times of crisis with their children? Costly private programs? Children’s Division? Is there another option? There is a place…Going beyond the limits of traditional foster care, children living at Show-Me Christian Youth Home receive therapeutic benefits from specialized programs in a Christ-centered, family environment. Working together, we help each child—physically, academically, emotionally, and spiritually—overcome the struggles of their past and prepare for a successful future. It’s not our obligation to help children and families in crisis—it’s an opportunity to make our neighborhoods a better place for all of us.
24302 Mahin Rd.
P.O. Box 6
La Monte, MO 65337
MO Kin-4-Kid (MU Kinship Navigator Program)
Kinship Caregivers, Grandparent families, Foster Parents
Content updated Sept. 3, 2025
ParentLink’s Kinship Program supports caregivers who are raising children who are not biologically their own, including grandparents, relatives, foster parents, and others. The program helps caregivers connect with information, programs, and supportive services for the children they are raising as well as for themselves.
Address: Virtual - Contact by phone, text, email, or social media
Hours: M-F, 8am-5pm
Phone or text: 1-833-546-4543 (1-833-KIN-4-Kid)
Facebook: @ParentLink
Email: mucoeparentlinkki1@missouri.edu
“SuN Bucks” for Kids
Content updated Aug. 20, 2024
Missouri SuN Bucks helps families buy food for their school-aged children during the summer months when school is not in session. Families will get a one-time $120 benefit per qualifying child that can be used to buy nutritious foods at authorized locations around Missouri.
Most eligible children will receive the benefit automatically and do not need to apply; however, households who need to apply can submit the application online by August 31, 2024. Families can use the Missouri SuN Bucks Eligibility Navigator to see if they need to complete an application.
Families with children who meet the criteria will receive an EBT card by mail, or the benefit will be added to their existing EBT card.
For more information about SuNBucks, visit mydss.mo.gov/SuNBucks.
MU Extension - Health and Human Services Programs
Content added Aug. 13, 2024
MU Extension offers a variety of programs and classes, both in-person and online. Explore the MU Extension website for Health and Human services programs to discover how MU Extension can enhance your life.
Topics include but are not limited to
⦁ Housing
⦁ Mental wellbeing
⦁ Nutrition and Health Education
⦁ Parenting and Families
⦁ Personal Finance
⦁ Relationships
⦁ Senior Living
Arthur Center Community Health - Fulton
Content updated Aug. 9, 2024
We serve persons of all ages who need access to primary health care, dental, and behavioral health regardless of immigration status or ability to pay. Our target population are those who have not had access to care due to lack of financial resources, complex needs, cultural or other barriers to accessing health care.
Monday-Thursday – 8am-6pm
581 Commons Drive
Fulton, MO 65251
(573) 642-3215
Crisis Line: 800-833-2064
Therapy Unlimited
All ages
Content added April 14, 2026
Therapy Unlimited is a private practice with the following services:
1) Speech therapy
2) Occupational therapy
3) Small group therapy for ages 2-5 focusing on speech and occupational therapy skills
4) Reading intervention
5) Diagnostic services for dyslexia, learning disabilities and language disorders
6) AAC Evaluations
4200 Merchant Street, Ste. 103 (Until May 4, 2026)
Columbia, MO 65203
1906 Corona Road (Effective May 4)
Columbia, MO 65203
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
(573) 777-8783
Email: laura@therapyu.org
Free English class for Spanish speaking individuals
Content updated Jan. 17, 2026
Weekly free English Language Learning classes for Spanish speakers at three different levels. Classes will start Monday, September 8th and meet every Monday from 6-7:30 pm through May. Childcare and snacks are provided. Those interested in participating can register using this link: www.tinyurl.com/adultell. Students can register and begin at any point throughout the year!
417-551-2084
Email: ell@comocomunidad.org
Flyer
Registration Form: https://wkf.ms/4pzJSUR
CoMo Bike Co-Op
Content added April 14, 2026
The CoMo Bike Co-op is a facility and program housed at the Armory Sports Center. The Co-op offers free repair services for adult-sized traditional bicycles. The free repair program is the Co-op’s primary function. In addition to offering free repair services, the co-op also sells refurbished bike shop quality adult bicycles. Fully operating, refurbished bicycles are offered at significantly reduced rates to those found at local resale venues. Bicycles offered for sale are displayed on Mondays from 2 - 6 p.m. Proceeds support the free repair program.
Everyone is welcome. Our target demographic is underserved adults with transportation needs for work, school and the essential tasks of everyday living. Co-op services help community residents overcome economic barriers to owning a bicycle.
Hours: Mondays from 2 – 6 p.m.
Armory Sports and Recreation Center, 701 E. Ash
573-441-5495
Email: parksandrec@como.gov
Columbia churches which give rides to church services
Content updated May 15, 2026
Broadway Christian Church - 573-445-5312; 2601 W Broadway
Christian Fellowship - 573-445-8561; 5045 Chapel Hill Road. Call church by 11am Friday. Transportation available for 11am service only.
Community United Methodist - 573-445-6131; 3301 W Broadway.
Destiny Pointe - 573-808-3534; 1900 Providence Rd. 5-mile radius, exceptions can be made. Call of text Church Saturday by 5pm.
Redeeming Grace - 573-397-1687; 1401 Ballenger Place.
Second Missionary Baptist Church - 573-449-4703; 407 E Broadway. Call Church by Thursday.
True life - 573-442-4121; 211 Benton St. Call Church by Thursday.
Urban Empowerment - 573-474-3163; 2404 Industrial Dr. Call 573-356-7859 or go to www.e3ministries.org to sign up.
4-a-Change (Social Change Works)
Content added July 22, 2024
Social Change Works is a grassroots not-for-profit located in Columbia, Missouri who supplies critical needs to our unhoused neighbors. These critical needs may seem trivial to most of us, but to a person living a marginal life, they are truly important. The needs supplied by Social Change Works are aid obtaining identification documents, phones and phone service, work clothes, and other necessities to help those hoping to transition out of homelessness.
Spectrum Internet Assist
Content updated Sept. 29, 2025
Eligible low-income households can receive discounted 30 Mbps high-speed internet, along with Security Suite and an internet modem, at no additional charge. To qualify for this program, one or more members of your household must currently receive assistance under one of the following programs:
National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) of the NSLP Supplemental Security Income (For Applicants 65+ Years of Age)
CenturyLink Lifeline
Content updated Sept. 29, 2025
Standard Lifeline — provides federal monthly support of up to $9.25 for qualifying broadband service and $5.25 for voice services. In some states, additional monthly support is also available.
Tribal Lifeline — offers a deeper monthly discount as well as installation assistance through the Link-Up program to qualifying customers who live on federally-recognized Tribal lands.
AT&T Access
Content added July 12, 2024
Provides Internet service for $10/mo or less based on the maximum speed available at your address up to 25Mbps.
Qualifying customers are eligible if they participate in one of the following programs:
-Supplemental Nutritional Access Program (SNAP)
-Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for California residents only
-Income (Temporary)
-National School Lunch and Head Start Programs (Temporary)
Online Application
Missouri Parents Act (MPACT)
Families of children with disabilities ages birth to 26
Content added July 3, 2024
Missouri Parents Act (MPACT) is a state-wide, non-profit Parent Training and Information Center (PTI) established in 1988. Our Mission: Empowering families to advocate for themselves so that children with special education needs can reach their full potential in education and life.
Services Offered at No Cost to Parents, Youth, and Professionals:
-30+ In-Person and Online Training Classes
-Direct Support for Families: Special education process assistance for children from birth to age 26
-Collaboration Guidance: Information on working with schools and communities
-Resource Hub: Fact sheets, model forms, sample letters, website, e-newsletter, and social media
1530 Main St
Joplin MO 64801
Hours: M-F 8:30AM-4:30PM, except for holidays
(800) 743-7634
Email: info@missouriparentsact.org