Local Resources – Lewis
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.
Lewis County Health Department
Lewis County Health Department offers immunizations, WIC program, and other health services.
101 State Hwy A
Monticello, MO, 63457
(573) 767-5312
Military Family Options
There are programs that focus on providing support to active military and veterans’ families.
Legal Services of Eastern Missouri
Legal Services of Eastern Missouri provides legal assistance to low-income individuals/families with civil issues impacting housing, family law, public benefits, consumer fraud, healthcare, children’s well-being, special education, relief from domestic violence, and addressing the needs of immigrant and refugee families, veterans, community economic development and small-business and minority entrepreneurs.
801 Broadway #200
Hannibal, MO, 63401
(573) 248-1111
Child Care and Early Learning Needs
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.
2416 South Franklin St, Suite C
Kirksville, MO, 63501
(660) 665-8860
Section for Child Care Regulation
Call the Section for Child Care Regulation if you have a complaint about a child care program.
1716 Prospect, Suite C
Macon, MO, 63552
(660) 385-3125
The Child Center, Inc.- Child Advocacy Center
The Child Advocacy Center, Inc. serves child victims of sexual abuse, physical abuse, and children who witness violence and services offered include forensic interviews, children and family advocacy, mental health therapy, and school and community-based prevention education programs.
8965 Hwy 36 West, #2
Hannibal, MO, 63401
(573) 221-2256
Family Fun and Education Opportunities
Lewis County Extension Center coordinates the 4-H youth program.
104 E Jefferson St
Monticello, MO, 63457
(573) 767-5273
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.
200 s 4th St
Canton, MO, 63435
(573) 288-5216
Parents as Teachers- Lewistown
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.
25189 Heritage Ave
Lewistown, MO, 63486
(573) 209-3586
Parents as Teachers- Monticello
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.
101 State Hwy A
Monticello, MO, 63457
(573) 767-5312
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)
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.
#1 Child Support Lane
Memphis, MO, 63555
(660) 465-7246
The Children’s Division is responsible for the administration of child welfare services, ensuring the safety, permanency, and well-being of Missouri children.
500 S Washington
Monticello, MO, 63457
(573) 767-5284
The Family Support Division can help you or your family with food stamps, health care, child care, child support, and other needs.
500 S Washington
Monticello, MO, 63457
(573) 767-5284
Legal Services of Eastern Missouri
Legal Services of Eastern Missouri provides legal assistance to low-income individuals/families with civil issues impacting housing, family law, public benefits, consumer fraud, healthcare, children’s well-being, special education, relief from domestic violence, and addressing the needs of immigrant and refugee families, veterans, community economic development and small-business and minority entrepreneurs.
801 Broadway #200
Hannibal, MO, 63401
(573) 248-1111
MU Extension is the University of Missouri’s classroom in Lewis 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.
104 E Jefferson St
Monticello, MO, 63457
(573) 767-5273
Northest Community Action Corporation
The Northeast Community Action Corporation offers energy assistance, housing assistance, and home weatherization.
408 South 4th
Canton, MO, 63435
(573) 288-3969
Northest Community Action Corporation
The Northeast Community Action Corporation offers family development programs including case management for obtaining education employment, life skills workshops, family self-sufficiency, and a savings account incentive program.
408 South 4th
Canton, MO, 63435
(573) 288-3969
Northest Community Action Corporation
The Northeast Community Action Corporation offers family planning health services and the WIC program.
408 South 4th
Canton, MO, 63435
(573) 288-3969
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.
17623 Highway 19
New London, MO, 63459
(573) 985-7211
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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