Local Resources – Christian
Resources are available to help you and your family get the support you need. Look for state and national resources as well as county specific supports in the areas you need it most.
Health, Nutrition, and WellnessMilitary Family OptionsChild Care and Early learning NeedsFamily Fun and Education OpportunitiesGeneral Family SupportsEmergency Situations
Health, Nutrition, and Wellness
Find the programs and resources in place for families who need assistance with access to nutritious foods and healthcare.
Christian County Health Department
The Christian County Health Department offers immunizations, women’s health sevices, breastfeeding support, counseling services, various health screenings/testing, and the WIC program.
301 E Brick St
Ozark, MO, 65721
(417) 581-7285
Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC)
The Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation provides services in the areas of family planning and women’s health, head start program, housing assistance, weatherization assistance, foster grandparent program, and utility assistance.
215 S. Barnes Ave
Springfield, MO, 65802
(417) 862-4314
Springfield Regional Center- Mental Health
The Department of Mental Health provides mental health services.
1515 E Pythian
Springfield, MO, 65801
(417) 895-7400
The Child Advocacy Program conducts forensic interviews and physical exams for children when there is a concern of abuse.
1033 E Walnut
Springfield, MO, 65806
(417) 831-2327
Military Family Options
There are programs that focus on providing support to active military and veterans’ families.
Legal Aid of Southern Missouri- Springfield
Legal Aid of Southern Missouri can help with legal issues involving family law, debt, bankruptcy, domestic violence and orders of protection, elder law, veterans assistance, employment law, and landlord/tenant law.
302 S. Joplin
Joplin, MO, 64801
(417) 782-1650
Child Care and Early Learning Needs
Section for Child Care Regulation
Call the Section for Child Care Regulation if you have a complaint about a child care program.
149 Park Central Square, Suite 116
Springfield, MO, 65801
(417) 895-6541
First Steps is Missouri’s Early Intervention system that provides services to families with children, birth to three years of age, with disabilities or developmental delays. The program is designed to meet the needs of families related to enhancing their child’s development, learning, and participation in family and community life.
1370 E Primrose, Suite A
Springfield, MO, 65804
(417) 886-0404
Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC)
The Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation provides services in the areas of family planning and women’s health, head start program, housing assistance, weatherization assistance, foster grandparent program, and utility assistance.
215 S. Barnes Ave
Springfield, MO, 65802
(417) 862-4314
Family Fun and Education Opportunities
Christian County Extension Center
Christian County Extension Center coordinates the 4-H youth program.
202 W Elm St
Ozark, MO, 65721
(417) 581-3558
Parents as Teachers provides parent education and family support to families throughout pregnancy until their child enters kindergarten with personal visits, parent group meetings, screenings, and a resource network.
302 North 4th Ave
Ozark, MO, 65721
(417) 582-5992
General Family Supports
Resources and assistance programs for housing, utilities, employment, and more are listed below. Can’t find the resource you need? Contact us to help you connect with the support your family needs.
(Housing, Transportation, Clothing, Employment)
The Family Support Division can help you or your family with food stamps, health care, child care, child support, and other needs.
105 Ridgecrest Avenue,
Nixa, MO, 65714
(855) 373-4636
The Children’s Division is responsible for the administration of child welfare services, ensuring the safety, permanency, and well-being of Missouri children.
4715 Towne Centre Drive
Ozark, MO, 65721
(417) 581-7511
Child Support Enforcement provides a variety of services, from the establishment of paternity and child support orders to the enforcement of and changes to child support orders.
1410 S Kansas Expressway, Suite 100
Springfield, MO, 65807
(417) 895-6338
USDA Rural Development helps improve the economy and quality of life in rural America through services such as loans/grants, technical assistance for agricultural producers, and community empowerment programs.
688 S State Hwy B, Ste 400
Springfield, MO, 65802
(417) 831-5246
Christian County Extension Center
MU Extension is the University of Missouri’s classroom in Christian County, connecting people to research-based education to enrich the quality of life and enhance the economic well-being of the community. MU Extension is your one-stop source for practical education and information on almost anything.
202 W Elm St
Ozark, MO, 65721
(417) 581-3558
Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC)
The Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation provides services in the areas of family planning and women’s health, head start program, housing assistance, weatherization assistance, foster grandparent program, and utility assistance.
215 S. Barnes Ave
Springfield, MO, 65802
(417) 862-4314
OACAC Neighborhood Center serves as a point of entry for those in need of services and offers case management, life skills classes, and emergency assistance.
204 E Elm
Ozark, MO, 65721
(417) 581-7631
One Door coordinates intake, assessment, and referrals for housing and shelter services for those are homeless or at immediate risk of homelessness.
300 E Central
Springfield, MO, 65802
(417) 225-7499
Community Partnership of the Ozarks- Supportive Housing Services
Community Partnership of the Ozarks offers support services, education, and neighborhood development through onsite staff at four affordable housing developments, equipping families with the tools needed to attain sustainability, connect to the community, and improve healthy family functioning.
330 N. Jefferson Ave.
Springfield, MO, 65806
(417) 888-2020
Legal Aid of Southern Missouri- Springfield
Legal Aid of Southern Missouri can help with legal issues involving family law, debt, bankruptcy, domestic violence and orders of protection, elder law, veterans assistance, employment law, and landlord/tenant law.
809 N Campbell
Springfield, MO, 65802
(417) 881-1397
One Door coordinates intake, assessment, and referrals for housing and shelter services for those are homeless or at immediate risk of homelessness.
300 E Central
Springfield, MO, 65802
(417) 225-7499
contact info
Child Care Aware® of Missouri
1000 Executive Parkway Drive, Suite 103
St. Louis, MO 63141
Phone: 800-200-9017
Fax: 314-754-0330
TTY: Dial 711 or 800-735-2966 if you are deaf or hearing impaired for MO Relay TTY Services
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