Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We strive for equity and inclusion for all
Mish Hospital was established with a fundamental belief in providing every individual with the opportunity to lead a healthy life. Our commitment lies in offering our members access to top-notch, cost-effective healthcare and insurance solutions under one roof. Placing our members at the forefront, we continuously innovate in areas such as develop practical tools to empower individuals in managing their health effectively.
Our workforce and medical professionals mirror the rich diversity of the communities we cater to. We are dedicated to combating health inequities and disparities by delivering culturally sensitive and fair healthcare to all our members
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CHILD ABUSE &NEGLECT:
KS Child Abuse/Neglect Hotline:
1-800-922-5330
MO Child Abuse/Neglect Hotline:
1-800-392-3738
Synergy Services 24 Hour Youth Crisis Hotline:
816-741-8700
reStart Inc. 24 Hour Youth Hotline:
816-309-9048
Parents Anonymous of Missouri:
816-765-6600
CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT HOTLINE
1-800-392-3738
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE & SEXUAL ASSAULT
The National Domestic Violence Hotline:
1-800-799-7233
KC Metro Domestic Violence Hotline:
816-468-5463
Safe Haven Domestic Violence Hotline:
816-452-8535
Hope House, Inc. Hotline:
816-461-4673
MOCSA (Metropolitan Organization to Counter
Sexual Assault) Crisis Line:
816-531-0233
Newhouse Shelter for Abused Women Hotline:
816-471-5800
Rose Brooks Center for Domestic
Violence Hotline:
816-861-6100
SafeHome Domestic Violence Hotline:
913-262-2868
Synergy Services Domestic Violence Hotline:
816-452-8535
ELDER AND DISABLED ABUSE & NEGLECT
Elder & Disabled Abuse & Neglect Hotline:
1-800-392-0210
SUICIDE
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:
1-800-273-8255
Wyandotte Mental Health Center Crisis Line:
913-831-1773
Mental Health Association of the Heartland Helpline:
913-281-1234
Mental Health Association of the Heartland Teen Connection Helpline:
913-281-2299
Youth Crisis 24 Hour Youth Crisis Hotline:
816 741-8700 or 1-888-233-1639
Teen Dating Abuse Hotline:
1-866-331-9474
Youth Information 24 Hour Helpline:
816-531-2665
Mental Health Association of the Heartland Teen Connection Helpline:
913-281-2299
VICTIMS
National Human Trafficking Resource Center Hotline:
1-888-373-7888
Kansas Crisis Hotline:
1-888-363-2287
Kansas Crisis Hotline:
1-888-363-2287
VIOLENT CRIMES VICTIM SERVICES
Hotline:
816-234-5205
Program established by the Kansas City Police Department to support and assist victims/families affected by violent crimes. Services include legal assistance, advice on financial compensa- tion, and referrals to other helpful agencies
NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE
1-800-799-7233 or 1-800-787-3224
NATIONAL SEXUAL ASSAULT HOTLINE
1-800-656- 4673
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PANTRIES: A referral and photo identification is required by most (but not all) of the food pantries, clothes closets, and shelters. Call 2-1-1 or the Community Services Agency for assistance getting a referral (they are also available through churches, schools, and a wide variety of social agencies). You can apply for emergency or regular food stamps at the locations below and/or any Division of Family Services office in the city or county of Kansas City. For information about the Food Stamps (SNAP) program and free application screening, visit: www.dss.mo.gov/fsd/fstamp.
EMERGENCY FOOD STAMPS/SNAP PROGRAM
Info Line: 1-800-221-5689
EBT Customer Service Line: 1-800-997-7777
615 E 13th Street, 64106
4309 E 50th Terrace, 64130
WHYHUNGER HOTLINE
1-800-548-6479
This hotline refers people in need to food pantries, soup kitchens, summer meal sites, government nutrition programs and other organizations that help provide access to nutritious foods.
www.whyhunger.org Organization providing an automated list of food pantries by zip code. After answering a few questions you will be directed to the nearest food assistance programs. Have a pen and paper ready. They will give you lots of information.
AFL-CIO COMMUNITY SERVICES
816-364-1131
1203 N 6th Street, 64502
This organization provides information and referral to the needy and lower income.
FEEDING AMERICA
Network that operates programs that promote self-sufficiency, educate the public about hunger, and advocate for legislation that protects people from going hungry. Provides food and sup- port to families and individuals nationwide
METROPOLITAN LUTHERAN MINISTRIES http://www.mlmkc.org
Community Care programs provide assistance and services in the five county area for families and individuals in emergency situations. The three Community Care locations provide food, clothing, weather relief, utility assistance, and referrals to other crucial services. Pantry hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:30am to 11:00am.
Midtown 3031 Holmes St, 64109 816-931-0027
Northland 1104 NE Vivion Rd, 64118 816-454-5295
Wyandotte 722 Reynolds Ave, 66101 913-342-8333
SALVATION ARMY OF GREATER KANSAS CITY www.salarmymokan.org
Beacon of Hope
3013-19 E. 9th St, 64124
816-483-8484
Noonday soup kitchen located at the Bellefontaine Corps Com- munity Center. Available Monday through Friday, 11:30am to 1pm.
Honk ‘n Holler
816-471-4337
Mobile outreach program that travels throughout the community to poverty stricken areas, offering soup, sandwiches, blankets, clothing, and other necessities.
Blue Valley’s Community Dinner
6618 E. Truman Rd, 64126
816-241-6485
Monday evenings, from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm, a community dinner is served to families from around the area. All are welcomed!
WIC (WOMEN, INFANTS, AND CHILDREN) NUTRITION PROGRAM
1-800-392-8209
Kansas City Local WIC Agency
619 Anne Ave, 66101 913-573-6720
A special supplemental nutrition program which provides services to pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children younger than the age of 5 based on nutritional risk and income eligibility. The primary services provided are health screening, risk assessment, nutrition education and counseling, breastfeed- ing promotion, and referrals to health care. Supplemental food is provided at no cost to participants.
BISHOP SULLIVAN CENTER
6435 Truman Rd, 64126
816-231-0984
Food pantry and soup kitchen serving over 1000 families each month. Clients receive canned and boxed food, fresh produce, fresh meat, and milk (based on availability). The homeless re- ceive a special food package requiring no preparation. Monthly grocery deliveries available for homebound seniors. Pantry and household assistance is limited to residents of zip codes 64120 and 64129. The pantry is open Monday through Thursday, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm.
St. James Place
3934 Troost Ave, 64110
816-561-8515
Partner soup kitchen and food pantry of the Bishop Sullivan Center. Pantry is open Monday through Thursday, from 9:00am to 12:30pm. Hot meals served each weeknight from 4:30pm to 6:00pm.
CITY UNION MISSION
Hotline for the Homeless (Referral Service):
816-474-4599
1100 E. 11th St, 64106
816-474-9380
Christian ministry that has provided warm beds, nutritious food, and a place of safety for thousands of men, women, and children. Via a partnership with The Food Service Department, City Union Mission distributes food to four kitchens, supplying hundreds of meals daily.
MEALS ON WHEELS
Organization that serves homebound seniors by delivering nutri- tious meals and making safety checks on at-risk members of the community.
Northland
2800 Clay Edwards Dr, 64116
816-691-5322
Independence
409 N Liberty St, Independence, 64050
816-254-9566
Liberty
1600 S Withers Rd, Liberty, 64068
816-439-4398
Lee’s Summit
816-439-4398
HARVESTERS – THE COMMUNITY FOOD NETWORK
3801 Topping Ave, 64129
816-929-3000
A regional food bank serving 26 counties in the northwestern Missouri and northeastern Kansas areas. Harvesters provides food and related household products to more than 620 not-for- profit agencies including emergency food pantries, community kitchens, homeless shelters, and children’s homes
NEIGHBOR 2 NEIGHBOR
500 W. 40th St, 64111
816-931-1150
Provide various services to foster a supportive community among homeless and near-homeless person in the metro Kansas City area. Current services include meals, clothing, health care, legal help, employment readiness, and emergency assistance. Breakfast and hot lunches available Monday through Saturday from 8:30am to 12:30pm. Hot dinners available from 6:30pm to 7:30pm Monday through Thursday and every third Fri- day of the month. Sack lunches are available Sundays from 12:30pm to 1:30pm. The thrift store is open Tuesday through Saturday 9:00am to 1:00pm.
MEET THE NEED ASSISTANCE CENTER
1302 N. Jesse James Rd, Excelsior Springs, 64024
816-630-5221
A volunteer organization founded to help the working poor through crisis situations in life. Offering a food pantry, thrift shop, a work assistance program, crisis care program, household setup & assistance, educational assistance, and community events. Flea market and thrift store hours are Monday through Saturday 10:00am to 5:00pm. The assistance center is open on Wednesdays from 9:00am to 4:00pm
GOOD SAMARITAN CENTER
108 S Thompson Ave, Excelsior Springs, 64024
816-630-2718
Families and individuals are helped with food, shelter, utilities, transportation, household, and medical needs. Caseworkers are also available to help clients work their way through distress.
Food pantry hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Fri- day from 9:30am to 12:00pm and 1:00pm to 3:30pm. Emergency assistance counseling is available by appointment during normal pantry hours
PETTIS COUNTY COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP
1400 S Limit Ave, Sedalia, 65301
660-827-0560
Offer information and referrals to community resources in the greater Kansas City region. Shelters, homelessness prevention, clothing, household goods, and more are offered.
GOOD SHEPHERD THRIFT SHOP & FOOD BANK
913-845-3964
304 E 4th Street, Tonganoxie, 66086
Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:00am to noon.
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FINDHELP
Resource for food, housing, goods, transit, health and education assistance.
OLATHE CATHOLIC CHARITY CLOTHING CLOSET
333 East Poplar St, Olathe, 66061
913-433-2100
Offering a food pantry, clothing shop, and limited utility, rent, and prescription assistance. Food pantry and clothing closet open Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm.
DRESS FOR SUCCESS
www.kansascity.dressforsuccess.org
3120 Troost Ave, 64109
816-561-5115
Worldwide organization established to help enable women to break the cycle of poverty. They provide female clients with pro- fessional attire to secure employment, while also offering the support and assistance necessary to build long-lasting confi- dence in the workplace. They also offer job training and other ca- reer related programs. Please call ahead to receive a program referral. Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm.
VILLAGE CHURCH
9960 Mission Rd, Overland Park, 66207
913-671-2315
The Village Church food pantry and clothes closet serves those in Jackson, Johnson, and Wyandotte counties. Groceries avail- able include canned and fresh produce, proteins, baked goods, household items, and toiletries. Seasonal men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing is available in the clothes closet shopping area. In order to apply you must call 913 671-2315 between 9:30
am and noon on Friday mornings.
CLAY COUNTY CLOTHES CLOSET
3939 North Cleveland, 64117
816-454-3960
Children and families with referrals are provided with adequate clothing. Individuals experiencing emergency situations, such as fires, sudden loss of jobs, etc., are also welcome. Hours are Tuesday morning by appointment only and you must be referred by your child’s school counselor, through a church, or by a social services agency.
ST. MARY OUTREACH CENTER
600 N Liberty St, Independence, 64050
816-252-8649
Offers assistance with food, clothing, utilities, and medication. The center is open to the public who need assistance on Wednesday and Thursday of each week from 9am-3pm. It is best to call ahead and make an appointment. Utility assistance is on Tuesdays by appointment only.
BIRCHWOOD MISSION CENTER
3884 Blue Ridge Blvd, Independence, 64052
816-353-4445
Mission center providing coats, clothes, shoes, linens, and blan- kets for local families in need of assistance. Hours are limited to the first Saturday of the month from 9:00am to noon
CENTER OF GRACE
520 S Harrison St, Olathe, 66061
913-764-1353
Ministries include free community dinners, clothing closet, new shoes, a school supply program, and rental/utilities assistance. Community dinner is served daily between 5:30pm and 6:30pm. Clothing closet is open Wednesdays from 5pm to 7pm, and Sat- urdays from 9am to 11am.
TRINITY FAMILY MIDTOWN CHURCH OF NAZARENE
301 W Armour Blvd, 64111
913-938-6770
Location runs a community clothing closet for lower income and struggling residents in their service area. They also offer a small amount of free toiletries and personal products. Clothing closet hours are Monday through Saturday 10am to 5pm (other times available by appointment).
BRIDGE OF HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH
1925 North 11th St, 66104
913-499-6741
Clothing pantry and monthly family dinners. Clothing pantry open by appointment only Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:00am to 2:00pm and Tuesday and Thursday from 12:00pm to 2:00pm. Please call for more information
CENTRAL AVENUE CENTER OF HOPE
www.centralavecenterofhope.org
11 N 15th St, 66102
913-233-2511
Location offers a food kitchen, clothing closet, thrift store, and bathing facilities. Kitchen hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30am to 11:30am.
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FINDHELP
Resource for food, housing, goods, transit, health and education assistance.
HOMELESSNESS
Homeless Services Coalition of Greater Kansas City Hotline:
816-474-4599
reStart Inc. 24 Hour Access Line:
816-472-5664
UNITED SERVICES COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
816-358-6868
Supportive housing and utility services for the low-income, eld- erly, ill, disabled, and families with young children. Intended to make individuals and families self-sufficient by offering programs and services that improve the quality of their lives and eliminate the causes of poverty
KANSAS CITY HOMELESS HOTLINE
816-474-4599
Hotline for centralized access to homeless shelters and other housing programs. Some facilities require appointments and/or referral
1-877-428-8844
Rental listings at low or subsidized rates.
WWW.HOMELESSSHELTERDIRECTORY.ORG
A website for shelters and resources across the nation.
URBAN LEAGUE OF GREATER KANSAS CITY
816-471-0550
HOMELESSNESS SERVICES COALITION OF GREATER KANSAS CITY
3200 Wayne Ave. #209 64109
816-924-7997
Coalition of service providers, consumers, community leaders, government agencies, and others in the greater Kansas City metro area that have come together to help eradicate homeless- ness in the local communities.
HOPE FAITH MINISTRIES
705 Virginia Ave, 64106
816-471-4673
A Christian ministry whose purpose is to alleviate homelessness in Kansas City by providing basic necessities and assistance
to empower the homeless to move from dependence to independence. Offerings include nutritious meals, clothing, telephone and mail services, a computer lab, bathing facility, laundry services, and medical care. Essential services are available Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday from 6:30am to 3:00pm, and Thursday from 6:30am to 1:00pm.
CITY UNION MISSION
Hotline for the Homeless (Referral Service):
816-474-4599
1100 E. 11th St, 64106
816-474-9380
Families and single women at the Mission’s Family Shelter can enter the 4 to 8 month New Life Program that offers rehabilita- tion to whole families. Members attend bible study, local churches, and regular counseling sessions. Life skills courses will guide you toward a healthier lifestyle. Families live in the shelter while parents and children alike stabilize and prepare to move into permanent housing.
Transitional housing is a 6 to 9 month follow-up program that helps graduates and their families adjust to independent living. In transitional living apartments, clients pay a program fee each month, must be employed, can attend school and live as inde- pendently as possible in a nominally supervised setting, before moving into their own home.
EL CENTRO, INC.
650 Minnesota Ave, 66101
913-677-0100
NeighborWorks’ Home Ownership Center
A one-stop shop for homeownership. Learn all you need to know about the home buying process through classes offered in Span- ish and English. Meet one-on-one with a counselor to review your credit, find a loan that’s right for you, and close on the home of your dreams.
Asset Development
Instruction and individual counseling on credit and financial is- sues increases financial literacy by providing consumers with life-long money management skills. Programs include Individual Development Accounts, Individual Taxpayer Identification Num- ber (ITIN) application, and Volunteer Individual Tax Assistance Site (VITA) during tax season for qualified individuals
STEPPINGSTONE
5100 Noland Rd, 64133
816-356-0187
Steppingstone provides a safe place to live, educational assis- tance, life skills training, job placement coaching assistance, medical care, individual therapy, and case management for young men and women, ages 16 to 21, who are homeless or at- risk. This unique program offers a continuum of care and super- vision to young adults as they progress from living in group care to living in the community.
HILLCREST MINISTRIES
www.hillcresttransitionalhousing.org
Transitional housing focusing on moving families from homeless- ness to self-sufficiency within 90 days by addressing the total life situation. In exchange for rent/utility-free housing, residents are required by written agreement to work full time, obey program guidelines and attend volunteer-taught classes in life skills, em- ployment, community living, and budgeting. Hillcrest also pro- vides the following through a network of community support groups: auto repair/donation, food pantry, medical assistance, dental work, GED classes, haircuts, glasses, school clothes, work uniforms, etc.
738 N 31st, 66102
913-400-2573
St. Joseph Housing Site
3000 Parkway A, #7, St. Joseph, 64504
816-689-1383
Independence Housing Site
401 N Spring St, Independence, 64051
816-461-0468
Lee’s Summit Housing Site
503-B SW Mission Rd, Lee’s Summit, 64063
816-600-2681
Kansas City North/Parkville Housing Site
5609 N Northwood, #1, 64151
816-587-9037
Platte City Housing Site
220 N 2nd St, Platte City, 64079
816-431-6914
Kansas City, KS – Family/Adult Housing Site
738 N 31st St, Kansas City, KS 66102
913-400-2573
Kansas City, KS – Youth Housing Site
3101 Minnesota Ave, Kansas City, KS 66102
913-827-8462
Kansas City North/Parkville Thrift Store
6520 NW Prairie View Rd, 64151
816-505-0200
Platte City Thrift Store
1305 Branch St, Platte City, 64079
816-858-7717
Lee’s Summit Thrift Store
936 E 3rd St, Lee’s Summit, 64064
816-694-7849
SALVATION ARMY OF GREATER KANSAS CITY
Linwood Center
101 W. Linwood Blvd, 64111
816-756-2769
Provides up to 24 months of shelter, comprehensive case management and follow-up services for homeless families and women. The program offers individualized action plans that promote goal attainment, leading to increased self-sufficiency, improved independent living skills, and an increased ability to secure and maintain permanent housing.
Access House
101 W. Linwood Blvd, 64111
816-756-2769
This transitional program provides safe housing with supportive services for mentally ill homeless adults. Instruction on daily living skills, employment training and other counseling/services are designed to help the process be successful and decrease the likelihood of further incidents of homelessness and/or psychiatric hospitalization.
Crossroads Shelter
14704 E. Truman Rd, Independence, 64051
816-252-3200
This 50 bed shelter is open to individuals and families 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Residents are allowed up to a 60 day stay in which they also have the opportunity to take life skills classes and participate in a required support group. Crossroads also offers an outreach program for low income and near homeless individuals and families.
Johnson County Family Lodge
402 E. Santa Fe St, Olathe, 66061
913-829-0578
44-bed facility offers programming in life skills while the residents work to become independent. Transitional housing, which includes scattered and on-site units, is also offered to residents from the shelter as a long term housing option.
Harbor Light recovery Program
6723 State Ave, 66102
913-232-5400
A 16 bed emergency facility to accommodate families and single women in need of shelter. It features a child’s play therapy room and an out-patient counseling center for those with addiction issues. As an extension of its homeless services, The Salvation Army also operates a transitional living program which can accommodate individuals and families for up to two years.
Harbor Light Village also features a transitional living facility for homeless veterans dealing with addiction issues
SYNERGY SERVICES
400 East 6th St, Parkville, 64152
816-587-4100
Safe Haven of Clay County
PO Box 14286, Parkville, 64152
816-452-8910
Shelter providing safety and sanctuary to battered women and their children. Residents are provided with food, personal care products, access to public transportation, assistance from Syn- ergy’s community education programs such as Court Services, and the EXCEL employment skills program. Residents are re- quired to participate in counseling and education programs.
School aged children of attending families are also required to attend public school. The program includes recreational opportu- nities, parent education, and peer support.
Children’s Center
2001 NE Parvin Rd, 64116
816-777-0356
The Children’s Center is an emergency placement shelter that provides a safe and therapeutic environment. Children who are in the state’s custody may come into the program through the Children’s Division. This is typically a 30 day stay until the child’s caseworker finds a more permanent placement.
Parents/guardians may also bring their children into the program through Crisis Care. This may include, but is not limited to, homelessness, domestic violence, incarceration, or unexpected hospitalization. Therapy and referrals for other services are pro- vided for the children and their families.
Synergy House
2005 NE Parvin Rd, 64116
816-741-8700
Synergy House provides short-term emergency shelter for youth in crisis, including homeless, runaway, abused and neglected youth ages 12 to 18. Synergy House youth participate in individ- ual and group counseling, center-based schooling, recreational activities, and vocational education utilizing Synergy’s own EXCEL program. Family counseling is also provided when ap- propriate
Transitional Living Program
816-505-4814
Synergy’s Transitional Living Program provides an independent living environment, individualized skills assessment and training, as well as support services for homeless youth age 16 to 21. The main goal of the Transitional Living Program is to support youth in achieving self-sufficiency and realization of personal goals.
UNITED SERVICES COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
Family Intake, Assessment & Referral (FIAR)
FIAR is the initial assessment used to determine eligibility for USCAA programs and services. The purpose of the system is to look at ALL of the potential needs of each family coming in for service – to explore beyond their presented needs and address any underlying problems preventing long-term success.
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Missouri State LIHEAP Contact:
573-751-6789
LIHEAP can help you stay warm in the winter and cool in the summer through programs that reduce the risk of health and safety problems that arise from unsafe heating and cooling prac- tices. The program provides federally funded assistance in man- aging costs associated with home energy bills, energy crises, weatherization, and energy-related minor home repairs.
Missouri Asset Development Project
Individual Development Accounts (IDAs) are special savings ac- counts for low-income people that enable them to attain a “last- ing asset” (e.g. home ownership; micro-enterprise development; post-secondary education). Attainment of these “assets” has proven to enable families to make a permanent move out of poverty. The program provides a 2:1 match for participants; for every $1 a participant saves, MBA will match it with $2 (up to $4,000).
Supportive Housing
In this program, USCAA encourages self-sufficiency by subsidiz- ing a family’s housing payment for up to 2 years. The amount gradually decreases as the family demonstrates increased capabilities, all while a case manager works one-on-one with the family offering continual support.
Central Office
6323 Manchester Ave, 64133
816-358-6868
Eastern
16995 E Dover Ln, Independence, 64056
816-994-2100
Clay County
108 S Thompson Ave, Excelsior Springs, 64024
816-630-0037
1900 NE Englewood Rd, 64118
816-459-9615
Platte County
412 Aller Ave, Tracy, 64079
816-858-5153
THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF KANSAS CITY
Section 8 Housing
301 E Armour Blvd, 64111
816-968-4100
Section 8 rental assistance program funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). It is designed to assist low-income families rent apartments,
condominiums, or homes in the private market. Families that meet income guidelines established by HUD will receive a Housing Choice Voucher (HVC). Utilizing their HCV, the family pays approximately 30% to 40% of their income toward rent and utilities and HAKC pays the difference.
Family Self-Sufficiency Program (FSS)
299 Paseo Blvd, 64106
816-777-2901
Voluntary program for participants in the Section 8 program. The purpose is to assist individuals in improving their economic status by reducing their dependence on public assistance.
Benefits include career planning/job training, diploma or GED attainment, homeownership counseling, and referrals to other supportive services.
Section 8 Homeownership Program
299 Paseo Blvd, 64106
816-777-2901
Program that helps section8 voucher holders by paying part of their monthly mortgage payment. This payment is paid by the Housing Authority to the mortgage lender instead of to the land- lord. The voucher holder is responsible for a portion of the mort- gage payment as well. This program helps with credit recovery, financial education, case management, homeownership educa- tion, and managing lenders and realtors.
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FINDHELP
Resource for food, housing, goods, transit, health and education assistance.
SUBSTANCE ABUSE & ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA):
816-471-7229
Narcotics Anonymous (NA):
1-800-561-2250
Kansas Alcohol and Drug Abuse Hotline:
1-866-645-8216
ReDiscover Substance Abuse Hotline:
816-966-0900
Norcon Family Counseling Services Hotline:
816-781-2349
Gamblers Anonymous (GA):
855-222-5542
Missouri Toll-Free Problem Gambler Help Line:
1-888-238-7633
National Council on Problem Gambling Hotline:
1-800-522-4700
HEALTH ISSUES
Shawnee Mission Ask-a-Nurse Hotline:
913-676-7777
Children’s Mercy 24/7 Nurse Advice Line:
816-234-3188
Children’s Mercy Crisis Line:
1-800-279-8188
Poison Control Center Hotline:
1-800-222-1222
AFFORDABLE CARE ACT (OFTEN REFERRED TO AS OBAMACARE)
www.HealthCare.gov and www.EnrollMissouri.org
24 Hour Question Hotline:
1-800-318-2596
The Missouri website www.EnrolMissouri.org is essentially a portal for www.HealthCare.gov. There is additional information at the Missouri website, so it might be useful to start here
MISSOURI HEALTH CARE MARKETPLACE
24 Hour Hotline: 1-800-318-2596
Hotline handles consumer questions and starts the enrollment process.
KANSAS CITY CARE CLINIC
816-753-5144
One of the largest community health clinics in the country, formed to promote health and wellness by providing quality care, access, research, and education to the underserved and all peo- ple of the community. Services include general medicine, HIV prevention and care, behavioral health, and dentistry.
MEDICAID AND CHILDREN’S HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAM (CHIP)
Provides information about low cost health insurance programs available for families, children, pregnant women, seniors, and people living with disabilities.
NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR MENTAL HEALTH (NAMI)
Nation-wide Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
The NAMI website provides resources and information about mental illness.
KANSAS CITY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
816-513-6008
KANSAS STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT
www.kdheks.gov 785-296-1500
MID-AMERICA REGIONAL COUNCIL DEPARTMENT OF AGING SERVICES
816-474-4240
Department dedicated to addressing aging issues on the local level. Responsible for senior center referrals, senior community and health services, and senior advocacy.
NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR MENTAL HEALTH (NAMI)
www.nami.org Nation-wide Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
The NAMI website provides resources and information about mental illness.
HEALTHNET (MISSOURI)
1-888-275-5908
Health insurance program for uninsured children of low-income families who do not have access to affordable health insurance. Uninsured children, age birth to 19, whose gross family income is up to 300% of the federal poverty level are eligible. Children will receive all medically-necessary services including: primary care, acute and preventative care, hospital care, physical, occu- pational and speech therapy, dental, home and community based services such as nursing and personal care, medical equipment and supplies, pharmacy, vision care, lab and x-ray, and behavioral services such as outpatient counseling and inpa- tient psychiatric treatment.
HEALTHWAVE (KANSAS)
1-800-792-4884
Part of the State Children’s Insurance Program (SCHIP) created for uninsured children ages birth to 19 living households with in- come levels at or below 200% of the federal poverty level.
HealthWave provides a one-page application allowing families with children the opportunity to apply and see which program they may qualify for. The application process is easy and there is no cost to apply.
KC LINK FOR CARE
A shared electronic information network that connects participat- ing organizations to a central database where authorized users can access KC Link for Care medical applications using a web browser to share a uniform set of individual patient information (name, contact information, insurance, medical record number, etc.). KC CareLink provides a 24/7 resource to safety net clinics, hospitals and health departments in our bi-state metropolitan region.
CHILDREN’S MERCY FAMILY HEALTH PARTNERS
24/7 Call Center: 816-234-3700
Low-cost or no-cost health care coverage provided through contracts with the State of Missouri HealthNet program and the State of Kansas HealthWave program.
Pediatric Care Center
2401 Gillham Rd, 64108
816-234-3080
Pediatric medical expertise at Children’s Mercy ranges from primary care to the complete array of 37 pediatric medical and surgical subspecialties. Focus on assisting underserved patients, however, care is available to all clients and most major health plans are accepted.
Teen Clinic
4605 Paseo Blvd, 64110
816-234-3050
Clinic provides cost-effective primary and specialty care for youth ages 12 to 21, emphasizing wellness and prevention. The staff, including specialists double board-certified in pediatrics and adolescent medicine, diagnose and treat a wide
range of mental and physical conditions and provide preventative services that address high-risk behaviors. A full-time social worker, exclusively dedicated to the adolescent population, provides case management and helps teens and families
access community resources. Services include adolescent gynecology, alcohol and other drug use evaluations, pap/pelvic exams, annual physical exams, birth control, colposcopy, school and family issue consultation, counseling, cryosurgery, adolescent wellness education, family planning, immunizations, menstrual suppression, nutritional counseling, pregnancy testing, sports physicals, and urgent care
KANSAS CITY CARE CLINIC
One of the largest community health clinics in the country, formed to promote health and wellness by providing quality care, access, research, and education to the underserved and all people of the community. Services include general medicine,
HIV prevention and care, behavioral health, and dentistry.
Midtown
3515 Broadway St, Suite 100, 64111
816-753-5144
Prospect
6400 Prospect, Suite 200, 64132
816-753-5144
TRUMAN MEDICAL CENTERS
Hospital Hill
2301 Holmes, 64108
816-404-1000
Provides a full range of services with specialties in chronic dis- ease management, high risk pregnancy, and sleep disorders. This location also has a state of the art cancer center.
Behavioral Health
300 W 19th Terrace, 64108
816-404-5700
Mental health services aimed at assisting clients in managing the symptoms of illness and improving functioning in their day-to-day lives. Delivered through community outreach clinics and at their main location in the Crossroads Art District.
TMC Lakewood
7900 Lee’s Summit Rd, 64139
816-404-7000
A wide spectrum of outpatient services designed to meet the needs of families. A comprehensive joint surgery program and geriatric services program are also offered
SOUTHWEST BOULEVARD FAMILY HEALTH CARE CLINIC
340 SW Boulevard, 66103
913-722-3100
Family Health Care is a safety net clinic providing health care and supportive services with an emphasis on continuity of med- ical services and on caring for pregnant women, chronic dis- eases such as HIV, hepatitis C, diabetes, dental, minor emergencies, and preventative care for those living in the neigh- borhood. Family Health Care is a non-profit safety net clinic with services provided on a sliding scale for those who do not have insurance.
SWOPE HEALTH SERVICES
3801 Blue Pkwy, 64130
816-922-7645
Provides many medical services including adult medicine, dental services, OB/GYN, optometry, pediatrics, and mental health.
Other services include pharmacy, laboratory, an optical shop, and radiology.
TURNER HOUSE CHILDREN’S CLINIC
21 N 12th St, Suite 300, 66102
913-342-2552
Dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare in a culturally sensitive and linguistically appropriate manner to the medically uninsured and underserved children of Kansas City, Kansas, and its surrounding communities. Turner House Children’s Clinic pro- vides primary healthcare and health counseling services. These services include well-baby and well-child examinations, non- emergency acute and chronic care, community health education and outreach, hearing and vision screenings, immunizations, lab- oratory testing, over-the-counter and prescription medications, referrals to medical specialists, and assistance with Medicaid ap- plications.
WYANDOTTE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
619 Ann Ave, 66101
913-321-4803
Provides health screenings, school entry assessments, sports physicals, day care health assessments, head start health as- sessments, well-child assessments, and limited care available for non-emergency illness. Assessments may include: growth measurements, developmental screening, physical exams, and laboratory testing at age-appropriate times.
JACKSON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
313 S Liberty, Independence
816-404-6415
The Jackson County Health Department offers childhood immu- nizations, well-child care, lead testing, and day care screening. Also operates many outreach clinics for both childhood immu- nizations and well-child care. For outreach locations, please con- tact the Jackson County Health Department, or visit the website.
SAMUEL U. RODGER’S HEALTH CENTER
816-474-4920
Cabot Westside Medical and Dental
2121 Summit St, 64108
816-471-0900
Provides bi-lingual medical and dental services for the whole family. Services include OB/GYN, children’s health, senior and adult health care, physical examinations, treatment of non-emer- gency illness and minor injuries, chronic diseases such as dia- betes, high blood pressure, and heart disease. A full array of dental services are also available for patients of every age. Al- though some walk-in appointments are available, it is advised to call ahead.
Downtown Campus
825 Euclid Ave, 64124
816-474-4920
Services provided at this location include primary health care services for children, adolescents and adults, including specialty women’s health services (OB/GYN and mammography screen- ings), podiatry, mental health, a full range of dental health serv- ices for children and adults, pharmacy services, digital imaging, lab services, community outreach services, and language inter- preters on-site to translate in many languages. Although some same-day appointments are available, it is best to call ahead. Ac- cepts most major insurance coverage, including Medicare, Mis- souri Medicaid and all MO HealthNet plans. Also accept cash, checks or major credit cards. There is a fee discount based on household income, to those who qualify.
Clay County Family Medicine & Dental Services
800 Haines Dr, Liberty, 64068
816-413-0662
Lafayette Family Medicine, Dental, & WIC Services
811 A South 13 Hwy, Lexington, 64067
660-259-3823
Therapeutic Intervention Center
2701 E 31st St, 64128
816-861-7070
Provides counseling and substance abuse services through an intensive outpatient program. Counseling and psychiatric serv- ices for adults, children (5 years & older), adolescents, groups, and families.
J.A. Rogers Family Dental
6400 E 23rd St, 64129
816-231-5746
Services include dental exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants, x-rays, fillings, oral surgery and extractions, root canal therapy, crowns, birdges, partials, and dentures. Accepts most major insurance coverage, cash, checks, and major credit cards. Fee discounts are available based on household income to those who qualify.
CARITAS CLINICS
Clinics for very low-income people who have no insurance and live in Leavenworth and Wyndotte counties. Often referred to as “safety-net” clinics, both locations provide the same services as most family doctors. Offers primary health care, laboratory and radiology services, chronic disease management, preventative care, medication assistance, specialty care, and referral serv- ices. To qualify for these clinics, patients must have no insur- ance, not even Medicaid or Medicare, be a resident in the serving county, and have a household income of, at most, 175% of the poverty level.
Duchesne Clinic
636 Tauromee Ave, 66101
913-321-2626
Saint Vincent Clinic
818 N 7th St, Leavenworth, 66048
913-651-8860
JAYDOC FREE HEALTH CLINIC
300 Southwest Blvd, 66103
913-735-3447
JayDoc is a free, student-run clinic that provides non-emergency urgent and preventative care to the uninsured and underinsured populations of Greater Kansas City. Mondays and Wednesdays are general clinic nights. The clinic opens at 5 PM, but before pa- tients are seen by a provider, they must undergo a triage process. In certain instances, JayDoc may not have the neces- sary volunteers or resources needed to treat a patient, and in this case the patient may be referred to a JayDoc specialty night or another clinic. Tuesday evenings are specialty nights where services include: women’s health care, dental care, diabetes care, ophthalmology services, and radiology services. To attend a specialty night, a patient must receive a referral after attending JayDoc general clinic; however, Dental Night is an exception.
JayDoc patients do not need a referral to attend dental night; the patients who need dental care undergo a triage process similar the process that occurs on general clinic nights.
SCORE 1 FOR HEALTH
816-654-7960
This program is a community outreach effort provided by Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences. A staff of registered nurses, nutrition experts, support staff, and KCU medical students administer free, comprehensive health screenings to children in local schools. Screenings include assessments of blood pres- sure, dental, hearing, height and weight, vision, and a physical.
LOCAL INVESTMENT COMMISSION
3100 Broadway, Suite 1100, 64111
816-889-5050
School Based Health Clinic
Health care resources (physicians, clinics and hospitals) often are not located where many families live. LINC responded by forming partnerships with health care providers; these collabora- tions established neighborhood health clinics funded in part by Caring Communities and located within Caring Communities school sites.
Dental Clinics
Caring Communities-supported dental clinics serve children and families of participating schools and their surrounding neighborhoods.
OPERATION BREAKTHROUGH – ST. VINCENT’S FAMILY SERVICE CENTER
3039 Troost Ave, 64109
816-756-3511
Children’s Mercy Clinic
A nurse practitioner and other health care professionals diagnose and treat children, perform well-child checkups and developmental screenings and offer health education for parents in an on-site clinic, operated in partnership with Children’s Mercy Hospital.
Immunizations
The Kansas City Health Department conducts blood screening and twice-monthly immunization clinics at Operation Break- through, which has resulted in a near 100% immunization rate at our center.
Dental Clinic
Volunteer dental professionals offer free cleanings, x-rays and corrective care for children in our on-site, full-service dental clinic
Therapy
Licensed clinical therapists provide individual and group play therapy for children who have experienced loss, abuse, or wit- nessed violence and traumatic events. Operation Breakthrough also has a licensed clinical therapist on staff to support parents and families struggling with stress and any other mental health issues.
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FINDHELP
Resource for food, housing, goods, transit, health and education assistance.
WHATSOEVER COMMUNITY CENTER
1201 Ewing Ave, 64126
816-231-0227
Programs include GED classes, youth services, clothing, and food assistance. Hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10:30am to 6:30pm and Tuesday, Thursday 3:00pm to 7:00pm
KANSAS CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
14 W 10th St, 64105
816-701-3400
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1211 McGee St, 64106
816-418-7000
Provides information, updates and news to students, parents, teachers, and the community.
Adult Education and Literacy
1215 E Truman Rd, 3rd Floor, 64106
816-418-7150
The Kansas City, MO School District’s Adult Education and Literacy program serves older youth and adults who need basic skills to get a job, enter a training program, or pass the GED examination.
Each year, more than 6,000 students enroll in day and evening classes designed to teach basic academic skills and prepare for the workplace. Services offered include English as a second lan- guage courses, high school equivalency preparation, and the Missouri Option program.
LITERACY KANSAS CITY
211 W Armour Blvd, 3rd Floor, 64111
816-333-9332
A non-profit organization providing no-cost, individualized tutor- ing services to adults in the greater Kansas City area.
Ticket to Read Program
New students attend an orientation and undergo an assessment to identify a “best-fit” within the offered course structure. Stu- dents receive a balanced literacy curriculum including phonics, vocabulary, comprehension, writing, computer-based learning, and critical thinking.
Family Reading Program
Program designed to combat the inter-generational problem of illiteracy in underserved communities. This program engages adult learners in functional literacy, computer literacy, and family literacy by using a combination of software, cohort learning, and individualized tutoring. While adults are in class, children will spend time with librarians and volunteers in age-appropriate literacy activities.
NORTH KANSAS ADULT EDUCATION & LITERACY
3100 NE 83rd St, Suite 2450, 64119
816-413-5480
This program offers preparation classes for adults who want to take the Missouri high school equivalency exam. Students must be 17 years or older and not enrolled in school. All classes are free, however, students are required to make a commitment to consistent attendance and effort. Services include group classes with certified instructors, additional tutoring during open lab hours, and pre-testing solutions.
BLUE SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT ADULT EDUCATION & LITERACY
1801 NW Vesper, Blue Springs, 64015
816-224-1300
Various programs geared towards assisting adults to become lit- erate and obtain the knowledge and skills necessary for employ- ment and self-sufficiency. English as a second language and transitional programs are also available.
INDEPENDENCE ADULT & COMMUNITY EDUCATION
201 N Forest Ave, Independence, 64050
816-521-5507
Offering programs in adult education and literacy, high school equivalency preparation, English as a second language, and community education.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY CENTER
3100 Main St, Suite 100, 64111
816-604-4400
Administered by the Metropolitan Community College, this program assists low-income individuals enroll in post-secondary education programs. Services offered at no-cost include academic counseling, resume assistance, high school equivalency referral and placement, college planning and selection, admission applications, financial aid applications, financial counselling, scholarship search assistance, career counseling, and loan counseling.
CENTRAL EXCHANGE
1020 Central St, Suite 100, 64105
816-471-7560
6201 College Blvd, Overland Park, 66211
913-253-0900
Organization offering educational programs that promote the personal and professional growth and development of women.
THE UPPER ROOM
5930 Swope Parkway, 64130
816-363-3819
A neighborhood-based non-profit organization providing high- quality programs to low-income families in the urban core of Kansas City. Multiple programs available designed to fight poverty and escalate the standard of living for those in the under- served urban environment. Services include a GED program, summer academic program, and child development center.
WHATSOEVER COMMUNITY CENTER
1201 Ewing Ave, 64126
816-231-0227
Community services organization that offers classes for GED, English as a second language, Spanish, and college preparation. The center also offers a career services program. Programs of- fered Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10:30am to 6:30pm and Tuesday and Thursday 3:30pm to 7:00pm. Call or stop by to make an appointment.
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FINDHELP
Resource for food, housing, goods, transit, health and education assistance.
MISSOURI DIVISION OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION
615 E 13th St, Suite G-3, 64106
816-889-2586
243 NW Executive Way, Lee’s Summit, 64063
816-251-0600
8030 N Oak Trafficway, 64118
816-467-7900
Program to help individuals with disabilities acquire and keep employment. To be eligible you must have a physical or mental impairment that causes problems with working and maintaining employment. Individuals who are eligible will receive guidance and counseling on job-seeking skills, assistance being placed in a job, and additional vocational training when needed.
AMERICORPS
1-800-942-2677
Program that places young adults into intensive service positions where they learn valuable work skills, earn money for education, and develop and appreciation for citizenship.
JOB CORPS
701 St. Louis Ave, Excelsior Springs, 64024
816-629-3111
Job Corps is a no-cost education and vocational training pro- gram administered by the U.S. Department of Labor that helps young people ages 16 through 24 improve the quality of their lives through vocational and academic training. Programs are designed to guide and support students as they learn the value of long-term employment and the skills necessary to achieve it.
BISHOP SULLIVAN CENTER
6435 Truman Rd, 64126
816-231-0984
Provides free pre-employment counseling services to low-in- come people seeking employment to ensure clients are work- ready. Program assesses work-readiness and trains in skills that ensure success in the workplace, including vocational ability, atti- tude, dependability, honesty, and ability to work as team
ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY FOUNDATION
1542 Minnesota Ave, 66102
913-371-7800
Offers an employment services program designed to assist indi- viduals with every step of the employment process.
EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY CENTER
3100 Main St, Suite 100, 64111
816-604-4400
Administered by the Metropolitan Community College, this pro- gram assists low-income individuals enroll in post-secondary ed- ucation programs. Services offered at no-cost include academic counseling, resume assistance, high school equivalency referral and placement, college planning and selection, admission appli- cations, financial aid applications, financial counselling, scholar- ship search assistance, career counseling, and loan counseling.
CENTRAL EXCHANGE
1020 Central St, Suite 100, 64105
816-471-7560
6201 College Blvd, Overland Park, 66211
913-253-0900
Organization offering educational programs that promote the per- sonal and professional growth and development of women.
COMMUNITY LINC
4012-14 Troost Ave, 64110
816-531-3727
Provides job-related assistance to non-resident homeless and at- risk families through outreach programs, Career LINC, and Proj- ect Care. Services include skills assessment and career planning, educational and/or technical training planning, job- readiness training, job placement and retention, workplace skills training, transportation assistance, budget training, and post placement follow-up and support.
FULL EMPLOYMENT COUNCIL
1740 Paseo Blvd, 34108
816-471-2330
A non-profit corporation whose mission is to obtain employment for the unemployed and underemployed residents of the Greater Kansas City area. The council works in collaboration with local businesses, governments, educational institutions, labor unions, and community organizations. There are many locations across the Greater Kansas City area. Please call or visit their website for more details.
JEWISH VOCATIONAL SERVICES
1608 Baltimore, 64108
816-471-2808
Programs assist individuals in learning how to find and keep a job. Service will help you develop a resume and cover letter, teach you about job applications, practice your interviewing skills, and work with you to find appropriate employment opportu- nities. Clients must be referred by the Missouri Division of Voca- tional Rehabilitation or the Veterans Administration.
WOMEN’S EMPLOYMENT NETWORK
920 Main St, Suite 100, 64105
816-822-8083
Non-profit organization dedicated to providing women with the skills and confidence to help them achieve economic independ- ence for themselves and their families. Provides comprehensive employment preparation and career transition programs, work- shops, and services to women throughout the Kansas City met- ropolitan area.
CAREER CENTERS
Northland Career Center
1801 Branch St, Platte City, 64079
816-858-5505
FEC CAREER CENTER
1740 Paseo Blvd, 64108
816-471-2330
1722 E 17th Terrace, 64108
816-471-2330
3100 NE 83rd St, Suite 2100, 64119
816-468-8767
15301 E 23rd St, Independence, 64055
816-521-5700
11724 NW Plaza Circle, Suite 500, 64153
816-464-4620
103 E North Main St, Richmond, 64085
816-776-3920
109 Congress, Belton, 64012
816-318-3922
Independence Career Center
15301 E 23rd St, Independence, 64055
816-521-5700
TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES
Allied Staffing
418 Armour Rd, 64116
816-254-8844
10901 W 84th Terrace, Suite 100, Lenexa
913-253-7000
745 New Hampshire, Suite 2, 66044
Stiver Staffing Services
785-842-6200
2 Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd, 64112
Manpower
816-756-3377
9300 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, 66212
Randstad Staffing
913-649-6960
233 S 42nd St, 66106
913-281-7724
Aerotek Staffing
7900 College Blvd, Suite 200, 66210
913-905-3000
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FINDHELP
Resource for food, housing, goods, transit, health and education assistance.
AIR TRANSPORTATION BY ANGEL FLIGHT-CENTRAL
Angel Flight Central serves people in need by arranging charitable flights for health care or other humanitarian purposes. Angel Flight Central is helping thousands of families access specialized...
Call 866-569-9464
10 Richards Road, Kansas City, MO 64116
NON-EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES BY WYANDOTTE COUNTY
Wyandotte County provides non-emergency medical transportation to county residents who are clients are participating clinics. Individuals can participate in this program regardless of income,...
Call 913-321-2200 (your nearest location)
4835 State Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66102
PROGRAM OF ALL-INCLUSIVE CARE FOR THE ELDERLY (PACE) BY MIDLAND CARE
Midland Care’s PACE program helps people aged 55 years old and older who qualify for extra help to live at home safely, according to eligibility requirements determined by the State of Kansas. Main Services nutrition education , medical supplies , transportation for healthcare , dental care
Call 800-726-7450
818 Ann Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66101
MICROTRANSIT RIDEKC BY KANSAS CITY REGIONAL TRANSIT
Kansas City Regional Transit offers an affordable ride-hailing transportation option. It is available in parts of Johnson and Wyandotte counties, as well as the City of Leavenworth.
Main Services: transportation , transportation for healthcare , transportation for school
Email ridekcondemand@kcata.org to get more info
call 913-573-8351 (your nearest location)
EARN-A-BIKE BY REVOLVE KC
Revolve KC rescues, refurbishes, and redistributes bicycles as the solution for healthy lifestyles, and affordable, earth-friendly transportation. This program provides:- Low cost bicycle Program.
5509 Troost Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64110
RIDEKC FREEDOM BY KANSAS CITY REGIONAL TRANSIT
RideKC Freedom is a complementary paratransit program that provides ADA and non-ADA paratransit services throughout the Kansas City region to older adults, persons with a disability, and persons...
Main Services: help pay for transit , transportation
call 816-842-9070
https://ridekc.org/mobility-services/kcata-ridekc-freedom
ROAD TO RECOVERY BY AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
The American Cancer Society Road To Recovery program provides free ground transportation to and from CANCER-RELATED medical appointments FOR PEOPLE WITH CANCER who do not have a ride or are unable. Main Services: transportation for healthcare
Call 800-227-2345
VOLUNTEER FOR VETERANS BY DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS (DAV)
DAV offers a wide range of opportunities to assist our nation’s heroes. Volunteer to transport veterans to and from their VA medical appointments, help at a VA facility
Main Services: transportation for healthcare
Call 877-426-2838 ext. 1313
email vavs@dav.org to get more info
EPILEPSY ASSISTANCE BY JOSH EPILEPSY ASSISTANCE FOUNDATION
Josh Provides Epilepsy Assistance Foundation offers services and financial assistance to individuals whose physician has diagnosed them with epilepsy or other seizure disorder.
Main Services: transportation for healthcare .
https://joshprovides.org/get-help/
(800) 706-2740
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE BY PATIENT ACCESS NETWORK (PAN) FOUNDATION
The PAN Foundation offers disease-specific assistance programs to help patients pay for their out-of-pocket costs. This program provides:- Financial assistance Out of pocket costs may include transportation
Call 866-316-7263 to get more info
https://www.panfoundation.org/apply-and-manage-grants/applying-for-grants/
BENEFICIARY TRAVEL (BT) FOR VETERANS BY VETERANS HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (VHA) - KANSAS CITY VA MEDICAL CENTER
The Beneficiary Travel program provides eligible Veterans and other beneficiaries with mileage reimbursement, common carrier (plane, train, bus, taxi, light rail etc.)
Call 816-861-4700
4801 Linwood Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64128
TRANSPLANT TRANSPORTATION BY AMERICAN ORGAN TRANSPLANT ASSOCIATION (AOTA)
The American Organ Transplant Association partners with Greyhound to provide transportation vouchers for transplant patients and their companions.
Call 832-930-2682
VA TRAVEL PAY REIMBURSEMENT - GENERAL HEALTH CARE TRAVEL BY U.S. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ Travel Pay Reimbursement pays Veterans back for mileage and other travel expenses to and from approved health care appointments.
Call 855-574-7292
CLIENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM BY MARLENE’S KALEIDOSCOPE
Marlene’s Kaleidoscope's Client Assistance Program helps low-income people living with lupus in need of copay assistance and transportation.
Main Services: help pay for healthcare , transportation for healthcare
Call 573-738-8648
PATIENT AND MEDICAL TRANSPORT BY AIR CARE ALLIANCE
Volunteer Pilot Organizations (VPOs) provide patients in need access distant medical care or supportive services by arranging flights through volunteer pilots.
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UNITED SERVICES COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
816-358-6868
Supportive housing and utility services for the low-income, elderly, ill, disabled, and families with young children. Intended to make individuals and families self-sufficient by offering programs and services that improve the quality of their lives and eliminate the causes of poverty
LIFELINE PROGRAM
Program offering free or discounted cellphone services to quali- fying low-income consumers. Visit the USAC site to learn how you can apply or go to the FCC site for additional information.
FREE GOVERNMENT CELL PHONES
Lifeline Program
Program offering free or discounted cellphone services to qualifying low-income consumers.
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2-1-1 (OPERATED BY UNITED WAY 24/7)
www.211.org Dial 2-1-1
Alternate Number: 1-800-427-4626
This is one of the most valuable resources available to people experiencing crisis situations. This hotline, operated by the United Way, offers a comprehensive database of agencies, pro- grams, and social services available to people in need. Whether you are looking for counseling, a low-cost health clinic, job train- ing, or a food pantry, this hotline is designed to help give you di- rection.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES
www.catholiccharities-kcsj.org
816-221-4377
Offering a wide range of resources including housing, workforce development, education, support, health, emergency assistance, veteran’s services, social re-entry, mental health, disability, adop- tions, and senior care.
MID-AMERICA REGIONAL COUNCIL DEPARTMENT OF AGING SERVICES
816-474-4240
Department dedicated to addressing aging issues on the local level. Responsible for senior center referrals, senior community and health services, and senior advocacy. Also offers home-de- livered and group setting meals.
KANSAS CITY GOVERNMENT WEBSITE
SYNERGY YOUTH SERVICES
24 Hour Youth Crisis Hotline Street Outreach Services
816-741-8700
816-505-4817
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Information and locations for the Missouri Department of Social Services.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES
www.catholiccharities-kcsj.org
Main Office – 850 Main St, 64105
816-221-4377
or Toll-Free 1-800-875-4377
A network of Catholic parishes and organizations providing emergency assistance services throughout the Kansas City area. Persons in need of food, rent, utility assistance, other social services, or referrals should contact the main office or simply dial 2-1-1 to reach the United Way and receive immediate assistance.
DON BOSCO COMMUNITY CENTERS
526 Campbell St, 64106
816-421-3160
535 Garfield Ave, 64124
816-691-2900
1444 E. 8th St, 64106
816-300-2700
The Family Support Center offers emergency assistance with food, clothing, and rent/utility aid primarily through a coordination of community services. The Center is a resource for people
facing homelessness, child and spousal abuse, job loss, and substance addictions. The Center also helps low income seniors bridge their inadequate income through food and clothing banks. Lunch is provided Monday through Friday from 11:30am to 1:00pm.
STATE ID AND BIRTH CERTIFICATES
Health Department 2400 Troost Ave, 64108
816-513-6008
The director of health issues certified copies of birth certificates. You may apply in person or by mail. Cost: $15.00. Be prepared to provide as many forms of identification as possible.
MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE
This website will provide you information about getting a state ID from the Department of Motor Vehicles. Once you have the nec- essary documents you can visit any of the local DMV locations to apply for photo identification.
615 E 13th St, Suite 111, 64106
816-842-4100
5493 Antioch Rd, 64118
816-455-5100
6138 Raytown Trafficway, 64133
816-737-1100
521 S Sterling Ave, Independence, 64054
816-836-9191
CSL PLASMA DONATION CENTERS
They will pay for donations. Call or check the website for requirements.
3715 Broadway St, 64111
816-561-6224
6000 Independence Ave, 64125
816-241-2749
NATIONAL RUNAWAY CRISIS SAFELINE
1-800-786-2929
MISSOURI DRUG CARD – PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (PAP)
Portal to participate in Missouri’s statewide Prescription Assis- tance Program. Through a “lowest Rx price logic” you can save on brand and generic medications. There are no enrollment forms, age or income requirements, waiting periods, or limits.
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF GREATER KANSAS CITY
1709 Walnut Ave, 64108
816-561-5269
Mentorship program designed to help at-risk youth realize their potential and build their futures. Children can be enrolled to receive a mentor while adults can volunteer.
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS’ AFFAIRS
Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255
4800 Main St, Suite 107, 64112
816-753-1866
The VA interview homeless veterans for service-connected dis- ability or pension benefits when eligible. Job referrals service is also available through the Missouri State Employment Service.
QUIT SMOKING
Quitline: 1-800-784-8669
FREE GOVERNMENT CELL PHONES
Lifeline Program
Program offering free or discounted cellphone services to qualifying low-income consumers.
GED HOTLINE
The GED test is now only offered online.
PARENT LINK
www.education.missouri.edu/orgs/parentlink
This website has many resource for parents including answers and options regarding parenting concerns and support for incarcerated parents.
PLANNED PARENTHOOD
1001 Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd, 64110
816-756-2277
4401 W 109th St, Suite 200, 66211
913-312-5100
To schedule an appointment or for more information, call 1-800- 230-7526. Offers a wide range of health care services and testing.
SOCIAL SECURITY
6320 Euclid Ave, 64132
1-800-772-1213
STD TESTING CENTERS
1-866-747-6513
Same day testing for the 8 most common sexually transmitted diseases. Located throughout the Greater Kansas City metro region. This phone number provides information about locations and the testing process.
FINDHELP
Resource for food, housing, goods, transit, health and education assistance.
