- Nixa Public Schools
- Family Assistance Community Resources
Family Assistance Resources and Referral List
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This page was designed for our families who need a little extra assistance. If you or your organization would like to become a resource for our families please email quicknews@nixaschools.net.
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Care to Learn - Nixa
Care to Learn focuses on meeting the emergent needs of students in the areas of health, hunger, and hygiene.Care to Learn Nixa resource page, click here.
Contact Annie Zimmerman at 417-724-3592 or anniezimmerman@nixaschools.net
1740 S Glenstone Ave suite r, Springfield, MO 65804
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Children's Clothing Assistance
Abundant Blessings
Provides clothing for children birth through high school
Children can be re-outfitted once per quarter
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, appointments must be made
Monday, Tuesday, Friday 6pm-8pm & Thursday 10am - noon
417-294-9157
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Credit Counseling
Consumer Credit Counseling Services- (417) 889-7474
Provides assistance with budgeting, debt management, and financial coaching
1515 S Glenstone Ave, Springfield, MO 65804
M-F 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, closed weekends
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Dental Services
Children’s Smile Center
Dental services to individuals 1-19 years old and pregnant women.Clients must be a MoHealthNet recipient.
Clients must reside in Stone, Christian, Barry, and Lawrence County.
417-582-5439
Jordan Valley Community Health Center
Exams, cleanings, extractions, root canal therapy, crowns, partials, urgent dental needs, tooth pain, surgery center, etc.
Accepts all ages, all payment types, sliding scale for low-income families
417-831-0150
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Disability Services
empower:abilities
Disability resource center for anyone with a physical or mental disability
Information referral, advocacy, peer support, independent living skills, home and community-based services, youth programs, social groups
417-886-1188
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Disaster Assistance
Red Cross - 417-832-9500
1835 E Chestnut Expressway, Springfield, MO 65802
Emergency Management Agency - 417-582-5400
110 E. Elm, #60, Ozark, MO 65721
Christian County Emergency Management
Provides information on how to plan and prepare for emergencies as well as response and recovery resources for after emergencies.
Provides information regarding severe weather conditions and locations of FEMA shelters
417-582-5400
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Family Support - Counseling and Psychological Services
All Things New Counseling Services
A faith-based counseling experience
Offers telehealth appointments
417-848-5574
allthingsnewcounselingservices.com
Burrell Behavioral Health
Counseling services, medication management, parent-child interaction therapy, parent management training, adolescent substance abuse, KLASS (Kids Learning About Social Skills), an autism center, and more.
Psychological evaluations
417-761-5000
CC Counseling Services
Individual therapy, play therapy, autism therapy, group therapy, family therapy, marriage therapy, etc.
Psychological evaluations are provided.
5349 North 22nd Street, Suite 7
Ozark, MO 65721
417-720-8023
Center City Counseling Center
Offers play counseling sessions, therapy, and child-parent-relationship training
Accepts all clients ages 2+ for individuals, couples, and families
Counseling sessions last 50 minutes and cost $5-20 per session depending on income level. Fees can be reduced or waived if the fee presents an economic difficulty.
417-836-3215
http://education.missouristate.edu/CCCC/ClinicServices.htm
Children’s Day Treatment Program
Focuses on improving a child’s self-esteem, his/her social functioning with other children and adults, and his/her developmental competence in areas that are important to school success
Available for children ages 3 years through kindergarten
Contact Melissa Burns at 417-761-5434 or Melissa.Burns@Burrellcenter.com
Christian Counseling Services
Provides individual, premarital, marital, and children/adolescent faith based services
417-881-8900
ccstoday.com
Counseling Solutions of the Ozarks
Individual, family, child, adolescent, couple, group, grief, and trauma counseling services
417-887-9950
www.CounselingSolutionsOfTheOzarks.com
Dr. Bradford & Associates
Provides mental health services for individuals, community agencies, churches, counselors, hospitals, schools, and the courts
Extensive experience in behavioral health services, assessment, counseling, parental fitness, substance abuse, psychosexual assessment, and treatment planning.
417-833-9999
Lost and Found Grief Center
Grief support groups to children, adults, and their families grieving the death of a parent, primary caregiver, or sibling
Special trauma groups
Crisis support
417-865-9998
McGuire Christan Counseling Services
Offers anxiety and self-esteem counseling, EMDR therapy, depression, vocational, financial, and many more types of counseling.
Offer Autism support services and Trauma/PTSD services
417-866-7773
mcguirechristiancounseling.com
Midwest Assessment and Psychotherapy Solutions
Mental health and educational services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families
Specialties in ADHD, learning related problems, behavioral-modification, play therapy, phase of life clarification, developmental delays/disabilities, families and couples, and substance abuse
417-413-1539
Nixa Counseling Center
Offers counseling services
417-725-8922
Orchard Counseling
Services include individual, trauma, and marriage and family therapy
417-865-6955
Ozark Psychological
1736 East Sunshine St. #811, Springfield, MO 65804
417-882-4485
Perspectives Counseling Center
Offers counseling services
417-773-9666
ww.perspectivescc.com
Preferred Family Healthcare
Serves those with developmental disabilities, children in foster care, those seeking employment, individuals impacted by mental illness, substance use disorder, or domestic violence, individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, are on the autism spectrum, or have been impacted by a brain injury.
(Visit www.pfh.org/missouri for a list of phone numbers)
Robert Jason Grant Ed.D AutPlay Therapy Clinic
Clinic and in-home therapy and education services
417-755-9042
autplayoffice@gmail.com
Solution Based Choices
Counseling center
417-234-5523
Touchstone Counseling
Counseling (individual, couples, families, etc.) | Courtroom support | Anger management
417-581-6911
Burrell Behavioral Health Homeless Services
Provides mental health rehabilitative and holistic treatment case management for those experiencing homlessness or are at a higher risk of experiencing homelessness.
Must have Medicaid for CRPC case management services.
If temporary assistance is needed, evaluations are offered on a case by case basis.
417-761-5495
https://www.burrellcenter.com/our-services/case-management/homeless-services/
Overeaters Anonymous
Offers resources and free meetings
12-step program of recovery for compulsive eating
505-891-2664
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Financial Assistance
Care to Learn
Immediate funding to meet emergent needs in the areas of health, hunger, and hygiene
Contact: Annie Zimmerman, anniezimmerman@nixaschools.net
Help Give Hope
Provides resources (utility assistance, gas/grocery vouchers, bus passes, used cars, Christmas gifts, etc.) to families with children 18 or younger
Ozark Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC)
Family planning, foster grandparent, head start, housing, low-income home energy assistance (LIHEAP), neighborhood centers, and weatherization
417-862-4314
Ask for Darla Boyce
Salvation Army
Back-to-school assistance, rental assistance, clothing, diapers/formula, prescription assistance, transportation
417-862-5509
www.SalvationArmySpringfield.org
Springfield Unemployment Office
Provides unemployment benefits to those who have recently lost their jobs at no fault of their own, natural disaster, or quit for a good cause.
417-895-6851
United Way of the OzarksInvests in programs that form a safety net for families experiencing challenges, and focus on education to get upstream on reducing poverty.
417-863-7700
Project Birthday Bag
Provides ‘Happy Birthdays’ to underprivileged children and their parents/guardians.
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Food Assistance
Crosslines Community Resource Center
Provides those in need with food assistance, referral services, hygiene items, clothing vouchers, and case management services
417-869-0563
Harbor House Feeding Program
Free lunch served daily from noon-1:00pm to anyone who is hungry
417-831-3371
http://www.salvationarmyspringfield.org/what-we-do/harbor-house/
Least of These Food Pantry
Provides food, clothing, household items, and other resources to residents of Christian County
Other resources include computer and printer availability, laundry services, monthly couponing class, resume building, budgeting, thanksgiving food baskets, etc.
417-724-2500
https://leastofthesefoodpantry.org/
Ozarks Food Harvest
Food resources for Southwest Missouri
417-865-3411
Salvation ArmyEmergency food pantry
417-862-5509
www.SalvationArmySpringfield.org
St. Joseph Cathedral Food Pantry
Food distribution center
Open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30 - 11 a.m.
417-744-2490
https://cathedralsj.org/serve/food-pantry
Union Hill Church of Christ
Emergency food pantry that provides three days’ worth of food assistance
Tuesday and Thursday, 9-11 a.m.
417-725-6036
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Food Stamps, Child Care Asst., & Medicaid
Family Support Division- 417-581-7511 / 855-373-4636
4715 Towne Centre Dr., Ozark, MO 65721
M-F 8-5
Nixa Welfare Office- (855) 373-4636
105 Ridgecrest Ave. Nixa, MO 65714
Monday & Thursday 8-5
The Nutrition Program Associate- 417-581-3558
202 W. Elm Ozark, MO 65721
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Housing Assistance
Franciscan Villa
One of The Kitchen, Inc.’s affordable housing communities for income-qualifying persons living at or below 50% of the median income.
417-869-5417
https://www.thekitcheninc.org/our-programs/franciscan-villa/
OACAC Housing Assistance
Applicants must be income eligible for placement on the waiting list for assistance. Total household income must fall at or below 50% of the area median income. Social security cards are required.
417-862-4314
https://oacac-caa.org/oacac/content/housing-assistance
Victory Mission: Victory Square (864-2235)
Homeless shelter in Springfield for men ages 18 and up
Provides a clean, safe, supportive, and sober place to stay
Nutritious meals, healthcare, 12/12 addictions program, Bible studies, life skills courses, Christian counseling
417-864-2200
http://www.victorymission.com/programs/victory-square-for-men.html
Wood Spring Suites
An extended stay hotel with three suite layouts for nightly, weekly, or monthly rates.
All rooms are pet friendly and have access to an in room kitchen and laundry services.
417-886-8600
Rare Breed Youth Housing
Provides housing programs for homeless youth ages 17-24
417-865-6400
http://www.thekitcheninc.org/our-programs/rare-breed-youth-housing/
Rare Breed Outreach Center
Free and confidential services to at-risk and homeless youth ages 13-20 (up to 24 years old Tuesdays and Thursdays after 6pm)
Build positive relationships and basic needs
Develop a unique plan for that youth to gain employment, get their basic education, get their mental health stabilized, receive substance abuse treatment, and get into stable housing.
Case management services assist Rare Breed clients to navigate more severe needs including mental health, substance abuse, employment, education, and short/long term housing.
417-837-1500
http://www.thekitcheninc.org/our-programs/rare-breed-youth-outreach-center/
One Door
The first number to call to see which shelters may be available and which can take children, teenagers, families, men, or women.
Provides a central point of entry for many of the shelters and shelter related services in the Greene, Christian, and Webster Continuum of Care geographic area
Resource directory for other social service organizations
417-225-7499
http://www.commpartnership.org/what-we-do/by-division/housing/one-door/
Ozark Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC)
Helps pay rent for low-income residents so they may live in a house, apartment, or mobile home which is decent, safe, sanitary, and affordable
Total household income must fall at or below 50% of the Area Median Income.
417-581-7631 (Christian County)
https://oacac-caa.org/oacac/content/housing-assistance
Lifehouse Crisis Maternity Home
Provides a long term, comprehensive crisis maternity home to homeless expecting mothers
417-720-4213
Extended Stay America
Provides extended stay services
All rooms are non-smoking and provide an in room kitchen.
417-823-9100
https://www.extendedstayamerica.com/hotels/mo/springfield/south
Great Circle Empowering Youth: Homeless Teen Program
Provides shelter and critical aftercare services to help meet basic needs for homeless youth ages 10-18 and prepares them for success on the path ahead.
Emergency shelter, job training, life skills, community resources, counseling
417-424-3577
Arbor Suites at the Mall
Provides extended stay services at their hotel
417-887-8383
Safe to Sleep
Provides a temporary shelter for women who are homeless
Must have an assessment by One Door prior to entering the shelter
417-225-7499, after hours call 417-761-5555
http://ccozarks.org/safetosleep/
Home at Last
Provides rent assistance, utility assistance, household items, case management and more for veteran’s and their families who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless
417-225-7410
https://www.thekitcheninc.org/our-programs/home-at-last/
Red Cross
Provides safe shelter, food, emotional support, health services, and critical relief items to those affected by disaster
417-832-9500
https://www.redcross.org/local/missouri/about-us/locations/southern-missouri.html
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Job Assistance
Job Corps
Free education and training program for eligible young people at least 16 years old that qualify as low income
800-733-5627
Missouri Career Center, Ozark Region
Employment services and guidance
417-887-4343
Victory House
Offers job training, life skills, and school programs to women ages 20 and older
417-831-6387
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Legal Guidance
Christian County Children’s Division
Provides child welfare services to children and families in Christian County
Investigating child abuse/neglect reports, services to intact families, services to children in foster care, licensing of foster and adoptive homes
417-581-7511
Legal Services of Southern Missouri
Provides representation to the low-income and elderly in civil matters only
Eligibility may be based on income and assets of all members of the household and the legal problem.
417-881-1397
Springfield Metropolitan Bar
Springfield Metro area referral for legal help
417-831-2783
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Medical Assistance
Volunteers In Medicine
Volunteers In Medicine provides free high-quality health care to uninsured, under-served, and homeless residents of Christian County who are 18-64 years of age and meet our eligibility guidelines.
To see if you qualify, click here.
Clinic Dates and Times:
1st Wednesday and 3rd Saturday of each month, 10 am to 2 pm.
For an appointment, call 417-267-1667
AIDS Project of the Ozarks (881-1900)
Offers HIV counseling and testing, case management, medical care, etc.
HIV testing is free, accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and uses a sliding fee scale for other services
417-881-1900
http://www.apo-ozarks.org/contact-us/
Christian County Health Department
Immunizations, pregnancy tests, exams, family planning, WIC program, etc.
417-581-7285
CoxHealth Center- Nixa
Accepts all ages, no emergencies
Accepts Medicaid
417-269-2227
http://home2.coxhealth.com/physicianreferral/clinic.aspx?id=259
Family Medical Care Clinic
Located at Cox North, does not accept walk-ins
Accepts Medicaid
417-269-8817
https://home2.coxhealth.com/physicianreferral/clinic.aspx?id=358
Family Medical Walk-In Clinic- Nixa
Offers help with acute illnesses and minor injuries, as well as for work-related medical services.
Members can receive office visits, including everything done in house that day, for $35.
417-890-5550
Jordan Valley Community Health Center
Services include family medicine, internal medicine, diabetes education, pediatric care, immunizations, optometry, outpatient procedures, mammograms, etc.
Accepts all ages and all payment types
Sliding scale for low-income families
417-831-0150
http://jordanvalley.org/services/medical/
Medicaid Transport
Provides non-emergency appointments that are covered by Medicaid
866-269-5927
http://dss.mo.gov/mhd/participants/pages/medtrans.htm
Mercy Clinic Family Medicine- Nixa
Offers a broad range of medical care including physical exams, sports physicals, treatment of minor injuries, x-rays, childhood immunizations, women’s health, etc.
417-724-5200
Pregnancy Care Center
Provides free pregnancy testing, limited ultrasounds, and information on pregnancy options to young women and men who are facing an unplanned pregnancy
Offers classes on topics such as healthy relationships, money management, nutrition, legal issues, pregnancy, and parenting
Text or call 417-877-0800
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Men's Services
Mission Springfield Victory- 417-864-2235
1610 N. Broadway, Springfield, MO 65803
Harbor House- 417-831-3371
636 Boonville, Springfield, MO 65806
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Mental Health Assistance
Awaken360
A therapeutic academy in a school-like setting Monday-Friday where youth 10-18 are empowered to overcome life-controlling obstacles and hope is restored to families.
417-251-1750
Burrell Crisis Line
Free, immediate, 24/7 response for individuals who have a mental health crisis or thoughts of suicide
Southwest Missouri 800-494-7355
Central Missouri 800-395-2132
Burrell Behavioral Health Specialized Services for the Developmentally DisabledOffers personal assistance, home skills lessons, job discovery, crisis intervention, and residential services to individuals with developmental disabilities
Psychological evaluations
417-761-6320
http://www.burrellcenter.com/services-2/specialized-services-for-the-developmentally-disabled/
Heartland Behavioral Health Services
Services include residential treatment, acute hospitalization, trauma focused therapy, and equestrian therapy
800-654-9605
Lakeland Behavioral Health Inpatient & Residential
Inpatient programs for children, adolescents, and seniors
Residential programs for children and adolescents
TRICARE Military Dependent Programs
844-343-0789
www.lakelandbehaviroalhealth.com
National Suicide Prevention Hotline
24/7 hotline for those experiencing suicidal ideation
1-800-273-TALK(8255)
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org
Piney Ridge Center
A residential treatment center that has educational services provided by the Waynesville R-VI School District
573-842-2097
www.waynesville.k12.mo.us/domain/110
Royal Oaks Hospital
Services include psychiatric inpatient services and psychology services
800-456-2634
www.compasshealthnetwork.org/location/royal-oaks-hospital/
Southwest Center for Independent Living (886-1188)
Disability resource center for anyone with a physical or mental disability
Information referral, advocacy, peer support, independent living skills, home and community based services, youth programs, social groups
417-886-1188
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Other Services
Gay and Lesbian Community Center of the Ozarks
LGBT+ community in the Greater Springfield/Southwest Missouri area
417-869-3978
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Rent Assistance
OACAC Christian Co Neighborhood Center - 417-581-7631
PO Box 416 / 204 E Elm St., Ozark, MO 65721
OACAC Housing Department - 417-864-3444 (Non-Emergency)
215 S Barnes Ave., Springfield, MO 65802
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School-Based Services
Contact school counselor for access to Care To Learn and homeless services.
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Shelter & Resources Info
UNITED WAY 2-1-1
DIAL 211 or visit 211helps.org
Find non-emergency services in your area
One Door (Community Partnership) - 417-225-7499
Coordinated entry point for homeless services
300 E. Central, Springfield, MO One-Stop shop for referrals
9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday, doors open at 10 a.m. Thursday
Burrell Behavioral Health Homeless Services - 417-761-5532
417-761-5522 - PATH Services
1736 Plantation Dr, Nixa, MO 65714
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Substance Abuse Support
Alanon Family Groups
Resources for relatives and friends of alcoholics to deal with the effects of alcohol abuse.Meetings are anonymous and confidential.
No dues or fees for membership.
417-885-9114
Alcoholic Anonymous
Fellowship of men and women who have had a drinking problem.No age or education requirements
417-823-7125
Alternatives, Inc.
Offers SATOP classes, counseling services, and assessment evaluations
Evening and weekend appointments available
417-883-7227
Burrell Behavioral Health Adolescent Substance Abuse Treatment Program
Provides help for alcohol and drug-abusing adolescents and their familiesAbstinence-based treatment program
Adolescents age 12-17
Services include day treatment with residential support and outpatient services
417-761-5400
http://www.burrellcenter.com/services-2/child-and-adolescent-services/adolescent-substance-abuse/
Carl Jones Recovery Center
Substance use (adults), residential (women), outpatient, daycare417-862-3455
https://pfh.org/locations-details?q=2411+w+catalpa+st
Center for Addictions
17 ½ and olderHospital-based treatment and programs for patients affected by addictive disease
Inpatient detox, intensive outpatient, hospitalization, individual counseling, medication-assisted treatment, etc.
417-269-2273
https://www.coxhealth.com/services/behavioral-health/center-addictions/
Burrell Behavioral Health Park Clinic
Division of Burrell Behavioral Health CenterSpecialized services for individuals with mental illnesses AND addictions
Assessments and screenings, Specialized Substance Abuse Services (CSTAR), residential programs, DUI and DWI programs/drug court, youth and adolescent substance abuse services
417-893-7722
wwww.burrellcenter.com/locations/burrell-park-facility
Narcotics Anonymous
Nonprofit society of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. Groups meet regularly to help each other stay clean.
855-866-7392
Pathways Youth Substance Abuse Services
Services include outpatient therapy and outpatient adult and adolescent substance use disorder treatment
888-403-1071
573-317-9100
Salvation Army Harbor House Rehabilitation Program
Men in this program maintain sobriety, work towards a college education, enter the workforce, receive counseling, drug and alcohol rehabilitation, etc.
417-831-3371
http://www.salvationarmyspringfield.org/what-we-do/harbor-house/
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Transportation
OATS - 417-887-9272 / 800-770-6287
2909 N Martin Ave., Springfield, MO 65803
To schedule a ride call 417-887-9272 or 800-770-6287
Provides transportation for any age (18+) in Christian County and to Springfield for a small fee.
https://www.oatstransit.org/christian
Medicaid Transportation - 866-269-5927
Christian County Eastern Senior Transportation - 417-581-2538
727 N 9th St., Ozark, MO 65721
Christian County Western Senior Transportation - 417-725-2322
404 S Main, Nixa, MO 65714
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Utility Assistance
OACAC Christian Co Neighborhood Center - 417-581-7631
PO Box 416 / 204 E Elm St., Ozark, MO 65721
OACAC - LIHEAP - 417-864-3460
215 S Barnes Ave., Springfield, MO 65802
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Veteran Services
Home at Last (The Kitchen, Inc.)- 417-865-6400
301 N Main, Springfield, MO 65806
Veterans Health Administration- 1-877-222-VETS (8387)
National Call Center for Homeless Veterans
1-877-424-3838 (1-877-4AID-VET)
Veterans Health Administration
Provides healthcare for veterans
1-877-222-VETS (8387)
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Violence Aide
Freedom’s Rest
Provide shelter and advocacy to survivors of domestic violence
Case management, counseling, life planning
Located in Ozark, MO
417-299-2494
Harbor House Domestic Center
Provides a safe haven for women and their children needing a safe place to stay as the result of domestic violence.
Case management, personal advocacy, stress management, therapy, crisis intervention, emergency food and clothing, life skills training, job search and interviewing techniques, court advocacy, legal assistance, etc.
Located in Kimberling City, MO
417-739-1846
http://catrl.org/domestic-violence/
Harmony House
Safe and secure emergency housing to women and children escaping domestic violence
Shelter, care management, advocacy, supportive services, outreach support, prevention education
417-837-7700
https://www.myharmonyhouse.org/
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services: Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation of the Elderly and Disabled
Investigates abuse, neglect, and exploitation of vulnerable individuals 60 and older and people with disabilities between 18 and 59
Call if you suspect someone is being abused, neglected, or exploited
800-392-0210
http://health.mo.gov/safety/abuse/
Victim Center
Offers programs to adults and children who have been a victim to crime
Offers education for kids and parents on the courtroom process
Crisis intervention to a group or individuals
Therapy Includes: Trauma-based counseling for individuals for families (men, women, children), child-parent relationship therapy, sexual assault survivor group, family violence group, sexually at-risk family enrichment group, coping skills group, art therapy group
Victim advocacy services
417-863-7273
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Women's & Family Crisis Programs
Lifehouse Crisis Maternity Home - 417-720-4213
424 E. Monastery St., Springfield, MO 65807
Safe to Sleep - 417-862-3586
Women’s Overnight Emergency Shelter
627 N Glenstone Ave., Springfield, MO 65802
(Assessment required through One Door)
Burrell Crisis Line - 417-761-5555
(Call for night and weekend assessment for Safe to Sleep)
The Salvation Army - 417-862-5509
1707 W. Chestnut Expwy, Springfield, MO 65802
Women & Families
Monday-Friday 9-5, Saturday 9-5
Pregnancy Care Center - 417-877-0800
1342 E. Primrose, Springfield 65804
M-Th
Harmony House - 417-837-7700
24-Hour Domestic Violence Hotline 864-7233 or 800-831-6863
Women & Children Only
3404 E Ridgeview St., Springfield, MO 65804
Isabel’s House Crisis Nursery- 417-865-2273
2750 W. Bennett St., Springfield, MO 65802
Children birth to 12 years
Open 24/7
Freedom’s Rest Family Violence Center
417-582-0344 or 417-299-2494
200-280 W Church St Ozark, Missouri 65721
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Youth Services
Rare Breed (The Kitchen, Inc.)- 417- 865-6400
301 N. Main, Springfield, MO 65806
Monday-Friday 11 am - 5 pm
Great Circle & Empowering Youth - 417- 865-1646
24 Hour Emergency Helpline: 417-861-4244
Youth Shelter for ages birth-18
1212 W. Lombard, Springfield, MO 65806
Open 24/7
Newborns in Need
Provides resources and care items for newborn babies
417-881-2229
http://www.newbornsinneedspringfield.org
Isabel’s House (865-2273)
Provides a warm, nurturing, loving environment for children 0-12 years old whose families find themselves in a crisis situation and are concerned about the safety and wellbeing of their children (i.e. loss of home/utilities, parental stress, drug/alcohol rehabilitation, emergency hospital stays, fleeing domestic violence, etc.)
Transportation, clothing, food, medical care, drop off and pick up from their school, resources, and family support
All services are free
Admission 24/7, everyday
417-865-2273
Teen Challenge Adventure Ranch
Therapeutic boarding school for boys coping with anger, emotional issues, depression, behavioral problems, legal problems, or minor drug abuse
For boys 14 to 17 ½ years old
888-289-6818
Lives under Construction Ranch
Residential treatment home for at-risk boys between the ages of 7 and 21.
Behavior management techniques and individualized counseling
417-779-5374
http://www.lucboys.org/about_us.html
Nixa Welfare Office
Provides child care, food assistance, money for needy families, burial assistance, etc.
Monday and Thursday, 8 a.m. -5 p.m.
855-373-4636
