Local Information

Resources and information for California, Missouri; Moniteau County and Central Missouri

Please note - the following is a listing of available resources in the area. Their listings should not imply affiliation with, or recommendation by the Wood Place Public Library. If you know of a resource or service that is available, please share the information with us, so we can share it with others. (e-mail: librarian@woodplacelibrary.org; phone: 573-796-2642)

Agencies and programs that provide a variety of services and/or more than one type of assistance

Big Brothers Big Sisters agency provides opportunities for you to create a fun and positive one-to-one friendship with a youth in your community.
BBBS of Central Missouri
800 N Providence Road - Suite 110
Columbia, MO 65203-4300
(573) 874-3677
Agency Website: http://www.bigsofcentralmo.org

Birthright
224-A W. Achison St., Jefferson City, MO 65109
PH: (573) 635-8822 Crisis Hotline: 800-550-4900
Hours: 4-6 pm Mondays & 12-3 pm Tuesday-Friday
Services: Maternity clothes, baby supplies, diapers, free pregnancy testing, pregnancy counseling, prenatal information, referrals & information on other community resources.
http://www.birthright.org/htmpages/

California Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber website provides information about area businesses, events, and resources such as schools, churches, government, utilities, parks and etc. http://www.calmo.com/

Central Missouri Community Action at http://www.showmeaction.org/index.html empowers individuals and families to achieve self-reliance through a variety of programs designed to fight poverty.
Central Missouri Community Action County Office Phone Numbers are:
Audrain County: Emily Young at 5873-582-7864
Boone County: Adam Tipton at 573-443-8731 extension 201
Callaway County: Brenda Rose at 573-642-3316 or 573-642-3317
Cole County: Lupe Buckingham at 573-635-4480
Cooper County: Linda Sappington at 660-882-5601 or 660-882-5602
Howard County: Virginia Williams at 660-248-3503
Moniteau County: Marcia Garber at 573-796-3238
Osage County: Bennie Baker at 573-897-3523

Division of Family Services
104 North Gerhart Road, California MO 65018
PH: (573) 796-3196
Hours: 8 am–5 pm Monday-Friday
Services: Family supports (TANF, food stamps & child care programs), children’s services, health care (Medicaid & MC+), blind services, general relief, & juvenile justice. To see a listing of services from A to Z: http://www.dss.mo.gov/atoz.htm

Medicaid NEMT (Non-Emergency Medical Transportation)
http://www.logisticare.com/
Toll free: 1-866-269-5927 or (TDD) 1-800-735-2966
Non-emergency medical transportation to & from medical, dental & therapy appointments can be arranged by calling 3-5 days ahead of appointment day.
If your child is under 21 and needs to be away from home overnight or needs someone to go along, reimbursement for lodging may be available. Requests for lodging must be made at the time you make your travel arrangements. For more information please see the Missouri Medicaid Recipient Handbook (Page 8) at: http://www.dss.mo.gov/dms/recipients/pdf/hndbk_ffs.pdf

Missouri Veterans Commission provides assistance to Veterans and their dependents throughout the state. Information can be found at http://www.mvc.dps.mo.gov/

Moniteau County Human Development Corp. Office
604 E. Buchanan St., Suite B, California, MO 65018
PH: (573) 796-3238
Hours: 8 am-Noon & 1-4:30 pm Monday-Friday
Services: Early Head Start, Head Start, emergency energy services, family support services, employment & training services, computers available for developing resumes, VITA tax help, foster grandparent services, section 8 rental assistance, housing developments and weatherization.

New Life Evangelistic Center
815 East High St., Jefferson City, MO 65101
PH: (573) 635-1978
Hours: 6 pm-8 am Mon.-Fri. & 6 pm-9 am Sat. & Sun. Call ahead to make arrangements.
Services: Will provide shelter at night & food for up to 2 weeks for women & children. Clothing as needed.

Salvation Army – Jefferson City
927 Jefferson St., Jefferson City, MO 65102
PH: (573) 635-0117
Hours: 9-11:45 am & 1-2:45 pm Monday-Friday
Services: Food pantry (food boxes once every 90 days), clothing vouchers, utility assistance sometimes available. http://www.salvationarmyusa.org/

Samaritan Center
1310 East McCarty St., Jefferson City, MO 65101
PH: (573) 634-7776
Hours: 9:30-11:30 am Mon.-Thurs. and 4-6 pm Thursday
Services: Food pantry and free clothing in the mornings. Free doctor visits Thursday evening on first come first served basis. Dentist or legal services available by appointment only.

Social Security Benefits: Application for can be made at:
Social Security Administration 3523 Amazonas Dr. Jefferson City, MO 65109
Or applications can be taken and processed by phone: 1-800-772-1213
For more information visit: http://www.ssa.gov/

Telephone
The following services are available to eligible low income customers:
Linkup for discounted phone installation fees
http://www.lifelinesupport.org/li/lowincome/benefits/linkup.aspx
Lifeline for discounted monthly service charges
http://www.lifelinesupport.org/li/lowincome/benefits/lifeline.aspx

TEL-LINK
Services: TEL-LINK is the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services toll-free information and referral line for maternal and child health care. The purpose of TEL-LINK is to confidentially provide information and referrals to Missouri residents concerning a wide range of health services offered by the state. Visit http://www.dhss.mo.gov/TEL-LINK/ or call 1-800-835-5465

Transportation
Missouri Health Care Plan offers free transportation for medical services when approved in advanced. All you need to do is call the Member Services Department at 1-800-322-6027 or visit http://www.missouricare.com/

WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children. To determine eligibility and/or how to apply visit http://www.colehealth.org/wic.htm

Child Care

ChildCare Connection
1-573-445-5627 or
1-800-243-9685
For information on how to recognize and find quality child care.
http://www.childcare.missoui.org

Jefferson City Day Care (A United Way Agency)
1002 Myrtle Ave.
Jefferson City, MO 65109
1-573-636-6461
Full-day childcare for children ages birth through ten years. Sound nutrition and accredited early childhood education program. Priority given to children from low-income working families and children in foster care.

Special Learning Center (A United Way Agency)
1115 Fairgrounds Rd.
Jefferson City, MO 65101
1-573-634-3070
Call for appointments: Monday-Friday, 8a.m.-4p.m.
Programs for children with developmental disabilities ages birth through six years. Physical, occupational and speech therapy services available as part of the program or on an outpatient basis and in the natural environment. Parent support groups and sign language classes offered. Limited transportation available. Sliding scale fee. No child turned away for inability to pay. Assistance provided to Cole and surrounding counties.

Clothing

Capital City Christian Church
1604 Swifts Highway (annex next to the church)
Jefferson City, MO
No fee. Limited supply.
Wednesdays 5p.m.-6:30p.m.
http://www.CapitalCityChristianChurch.com

Hospice Thrift Shop
601 E. High St.
Jefferson City, MO 65101
1-573-635-1034
Hours of Operation: 9a.m-4p.m. M-F Saturdays 10a.m.-2p.m. Closed Sundays

Project Share
311 S. Oak Street, California, MO 65018
PH: (573) 796-4155 Emergency: (573) 796-4885
Hours: 9 am-4 pm Mon. & Thurs., Saturday 9 am-2 pm
Services: Discounted clothing. Many churches in the community support this program. For more information contact Reverend Collette Jones at the United Church of Christ at (573) 796-4885

Counseling

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
Self-help program for individuals struggling with alcoholism.
1439 Riverside Drive
Jefferson City, MO 65101
573-636-7851

Alcoholics Anonymous / Ala-teen
California, Missouri
573-796-8118

Crisis Intervention Hotlines:
Child Abuse Hotline - 800-392-0210
Elderly Abuse and Neglect Hotline - 800-392-0210
Missing Children Hotline - 800-843-5678
Poison Control - 800-222-1222
Runaway Hotline (1-800-runaway) - 800-786-2929

Family Counseling Center Of Missouri, Inc.
211 Oscar Drive, Suite A
Jefferson City, MO 65101
573-634-4591 or http://www.fccmo.org/

  • Outpatient treatment for individuals and families
  • Substance abuse counseling
  • Domestic violence group (S.O.N.) for men
  • Confidential services
  • Licensed mental health professionals

FREE PARENTING CLASSES ON TUESDAY EVENINGS
5:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.

Moniteau County Counseling Center University Behavioral Health Services
322 South Oak St., California, MO 65018
PH: (573) 796-2431 Crisis hotline: (800) 395-2132
Hours: 8am-5pm Monday-Friday
Services: Community supports for adults, adolescents & children. Information & referral, psychiatric evaluation, medication management, individual, family or group counseling, crisis management, etc. Moniteau County only. Most insurance plans & Medicaid accepted. Sliding scale for services.

Narcotics Anonymous
573-634-5123 or 800-945-4673

Psychology and Counseling
Capitol Regional Medical Center at http://www.crmc.org/services/psychology/default.aspx
The Chemical Dependency Program was designed with the premise that there is help for the alcoholic and his/her family. Services are provided to all persons without discrimination of race, creed, sex, ethnic origin or ability to pay.
Out-Patient Counseling
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
573-636-8255

Rape & Abuse Crisis Service (RACS) http://www.racsjc.org/
24 Hour HOTLINE: 1-800-303-0013 or if in Jefferson City 634-4911.
The Jefferson City Rape and Abuse Crisis Service is a supportive counseling agency providing services for physically, emotionally, and sexually abused persons. Services provided by RACS are: emergency shelter, food, and clothing; counseling for victims and families; and referrals to appropriate agencies.

St. Mary's Mental Health Services
Inpatient psychiatric treatment program or outpatient care and confidential counseling.
Call 573-634-5303 or visit http://www.lethealingbegin.com/internet/home/stmaryjeff.nsf/
documents/Mental+Health+Center?OpenDocument

Valley Hope Alcohol & Drug Treatment Center
Call 800-644-5101 or visit http://www.valleyhope.com/

Dental Care

Elks Mobile Dental Program
http://www.dhss.mo.gov/oralhealth/Elks.html
Services: Provides basic dental care for children with special health care needs and other special populations. The program brings accessible dental care to areas of the state that need it most.

Jefferson City Free Medical and Dental Clinic
1616 Industrial Drive
Jefferson City, MO
1-573-632-2777
By appointment only
The Jefferson City Free Medical and Dental Clinic offers free health care services to individuals with a low income who do not have Medicaid, Medicare of any other type of health insurance.

Samaritan Center/Ossman Free Medical and Dental Clinic
1310 East McCarty St.
Jefferson City, MO 65101
1-573-634-7776
Hours of Operation: Varies
Free services available to low-income of mid-Missouri that do not have dental insurance (Medicaid/Medicare recipients accepted). Call to make and appointment (walk-ins not accepted). All dental patients must undergo Samaritan Center’s intake process to determine eligibility.

Educational: Adult Education, Libraries, & Pre-Schools

Adult Education

Adult Basic Literacy Education (ABLE)
214 E. Miller Room 206
Jefferson City, MO 65101
1-573-636-5558
Hours: M-F 8a.m. -4:30p.m.
Monday and Tuesday evening 6pm-9pm
Free of charge, one-on-one tutoring to improve reading and writing skills.

Advent Enterprises
204D Metro Dr.
Jefferson City, MO 65109
1-573-636-8186
Vocational training and counseling, job placement, temporary employment. Must have some form of barrier to employment.

Capital Projects, Inc. Sheltered Workshop
Disabled education/employment training: Provides employment for the handicapped and subcontracts to industry
2001 E. McCarty St.
Jefferson City, MO 65101
1-573-634-3660.

Counseling and Career Services
Lincoln University
304 Founders Hall, 816 Chestnut
Jefferson City, MO 65102-0029
573-681-5162 Voice or TDD

GED Classes/Literacy Programs
http://www.jcps.k12.mo.us/education/dept/dept.php?sectionid=1500
English as a Second Language (ESL)
General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
Adult Basic Literacy Education (ABLE)
Class sites in Jefferson City, Eldon, Versailles, and California. Please call (573) 659-3122 for locations and class schedules.

GED On-line: Sponsored by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, GED Online is Missouri's internet-based classroom for students looking for the flexibility of at-home study. http://www.gedonlineclass.com/

Vocational Rehabilitation
Making a positive difference by assisting with education and services to persons with disabilities. To locate the Vocational Rehabilitation office in your area visit http://vr.dese.mo.gov/vr/co/VRWebsite.nsf/web/VROffices?opendocument

Washington Learning Systems:
Download FREE language and early literacy activities in English and Spanish at http://www.walearning.com/

Libraries

Daniel Boone Regional Library: 573- 443-3161 http://www.dbrl.org/
Miller County Library Eldon Branch: 573-392-6657
Missouri River Regional Library: 573-634-2464 http://www.mrrl.org/
Morgan County Library in Versailles, Missouri: 573-378-5319
Price James Library-Tipton: 660-433-5622 http://www.tiptonmo.com/other/library.htm
Wood Place Public Library: 573-796-4620 http://www.woodplacelibrary.org

Each summer, the Wood Place Public Library has a Summer Reading Program for both pre-school and school age children. Teens may join the Readers Advisory Council for a summer activity.

During the school year, a free after school study program is available at the Wood Place Public Library for children in grades 3 through 8. A tutor will be available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3 to 5 p.m

California Area Chamber of Commerce
Visit this website to view community resources such as churches, schools, local government, local attractions and events. http://www.calmo.com/

Moniteau County History and Information
Search for ancestors in Missouri databases. Find information about county facts, county history, court records, vital records, census records, tax records, military records, county maps & atlases, genealogy addresses, church & cemetery records, other genealogy related sites, genealogy free trials offers, and starting your family tree at http://www.mymissourigenealogy.com/index.htm

Moniteau County, Missouri Historical Society Library
http://www.moniteau.net/hsoclib.htm
The Historical Society Genealogical Library is open every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 1-5 p.m. during April through October.
Moniteau County Historical Society
201 N. High
California, MO 65018
573-796-3563

Wood Place Library Book Club meets at the library every second Wednesday of the month at 1:00 p. m. It's a very small group right now and new members would be VERY welcome!

Reader's Circle is a book club networking site serving the US, Canada, and Australia with listings for local groups, author events, & phone chats. More information can be found at http://www.readerscircle.org

Pre-Schools

Head Start:
Pre-school for 3 through 5 years old. Head start begins in mid September and ends in May. Parents may choose from two half shift days, either 8 a.m. through noon or 12 p.m. through 4. For more information call 573-796-3519.

United Methodist Church:
Play School for 3 year olds, Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 7:30 a.m. through 11:30 a.m. from September to April. For more information call 573-796-2792

United Church of Christ:
Play school for children who are 4 or 5 years old and getting ready to enter kindergarten. United Church of Christ runs with the school calendar on Tuesday and Thursday from 8 a.m. through 12 p.m. Call 573-796-4885 for more information.

Exercise, Recreation and Activities

Jefferson City Area YMCA
Services: A variety of programs & services including: health, fitness, nutrition counseling, sports for adults and children, and child care. For more information visit http://www.jcymca.org or call (573) 761-9000.

Water Aerobics with Lana Dicus
Enjoy a low impact cardiovascular workout that does not overextend your joints.
Location: California, Missouri Public Pool on Stella St. across from the California Middle School football field.
Dates: Wednesday and Sunday at 7:00 p.m. (Classes will end when the pool closes just before Thanksgiving.
Cost: $20 per month pays for two classes per week for an entire month.
For more information contact Lana Dicus at 573-796-2388.

Information on local clubs, summer ball teams, etc. will be added to this page at a later date.

Food Assistance

Angel Food Ministries provides grocery relief and financial support to communities throughout the United States. Groceries are sold in a quantity that can fit into a medium-sized box at $25 per unit. For a listing of host sites visit http://angelfoodministries.com/hosts.asp

Moniteau County Mobile Food Pantry Sponsored by the Central Missouri Food Bank. Distribution in Moniteau County is the third Thursday of every month at the
Eagles Fraternal Order (Social Security cards are required for all family members)
314 N. High St.
California, MO.
573-796-4027
For a listing of other Missouri counties with mobile food pantry distribution sites visit http://www.centralmofoodbank.org/agencies.asp

United Methodist Church – Food Pantry
201 South Oak St., California, MO 65018
PH: (573) 796-2792 Contact Reverend Carol Koenig
Hours: 3rd Saturday of every month from 9-11am
Services: Food pantry

Immigration and Refugee Services

Annunciation Catholic Church
404 West Patrick Street
California, MO 65018
Contact: Sister Margaret at 573-353-2598 or 796-3071

Diocese of Jefferson City
Office of Hispanic Ministry
2207 West Main
P.O. Box 104900
Jefferson City, MO 65110
Phone: (573) 635-9127, ext. 250
Fax: (573) 635-2286

El Puente
Hispanic Ministry-Mid MO
1106 Swifts Highway
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Phone: (573) 635-2540

Refugee Resettlement & Immigration
1130 East Elm
P.O. Box 2183
Jefferson City, MO 65102
Phone: (573) 632-0017
Fax: (573) 635-3659

Servicios de la inmigración y del refugiado

Calle Del oeste California, Contacto De Patrick De la Iglesia Católica 404 Del Anuncio del MES 65018: Hermana Margaret en 573-353-2598 o 796-3071

Diócesis de la oficina de ciudad de Jefferson de la ciudad principal del oeste de P.O. Box 104900 Jefferson del ministerio 2207 hispánicos, teléfono del MES 65110: (573) 635-9127, extensión. fax 250: (573) 635-2286

Ciudad 1106 Swifts, Teléfono De Jefferson Ministerio-Mediados de Hispánica De la Carretera Del EL Puente MES del MES 65109: (573) 635-2540 Fax: (573) 635-2286

Ciudad Del este de P.O. Box 2183 Jefferson Del Olmo Del Restablecimiento Y De la Inmigración 1130 Del Refugiado, Teléfono del MES 65102: (573) fax 632-0017: (573) 635-3659 Fax: (573) 635-2286

Local Churches

A listing of local churches will be added at a later date.

Meeting Rooms and Hall Rentals

Moniteau County Fair Grounds in California, Missouri
For rental of the hall located on the fairgrounds contact Ken Wolken at 573-796-4622. The hall can be rented out for both profit and non-profit events.

Wood Place Public Library
501 S. Oak St.
California, MO
http://www.woodplacelibrary.org
Rent the spacious rooms of the California Community Learning Center for your next business meeting or special event. Heyssel Hall, a large meeting room that accommodates up to 250 people, features tables, chairs, a television/videocassette recorder, kitchenette and restrooms. Bolinger Conference Room is is set up classroom style for 20 to 35 people. Rentals for non-profit groups are: half day, $10; full-day, $20. For-profit organizations rates are: half day, $25; full-day, $50. For rental information, e-mail Lisa Marshall at librarian@woodplacelibrary.org or call (573) 796-2642.

Medical and Health Care Services

American Cancer Society is dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering. Information and Resources can be found at http://www.cancer.org/docroot/home/index.asp or by calling 1-800-ACS-2345

Capital Region Medical Center
1125 Madison St.
Jefferson City, MO 65101
Phone: (573) 632-5000
Services include but are not limited to: nutrition counseling, boot camp for new or expecting fathers, social work assistance, and a senior program designed to help keep seniors healthy, informed and active. For more information and a complete listing of services available at Capital Region Medical Center in Jefferson City, Missouri visit http://www.crmc.org/services/

Cole County Health Department:
For information on a variety of Public Health Services available to the community, call (573) 636-2181 or visit the Cole County Health Department web site at http://www.colehealth.org/

Community Health Center of Central Missouri
408 Dix Rd
Jefferson City, MO 65109
(573) 632-2777
All insurance is accepted, including: Medicare, Medicaid, & MC+. The Community Health Center will also see patients without medical insurance. $10 co-pay is expected at the time of service, but no one is turned away because of inability to pay. Fees are based on a sliding-Scale discount program which is determined by household size and income. Proof of income is required.

Department of Health & Senior Services
Moniteau County Health Department
401 South Francis, California, MO 65018
PH: (573) 796-3412 or (573) 796-4815
Hours: 8 am-5 pm Monday-Friday
Services: Blood pressure & blood sugar screenings, communicable disease follow-up, environmental health services, family planning, flu clinics, immunizations, school/sports screenings, TB testing, WIC, Maternal and Child Care Programs.
http://www.dhss.mo.gov/

Jack Gunn Free Clinic
901 Kidwell Dr.
Versailles, MO. 65084
Serving low income families in Morgan, Miller, Camden, and Moniteau counties with no Medicaid, Medicare, or private insurance. Services include: primary medical care, lab testing for various medical conditions, and medication assistance. For more information contact Clinic Coordinator, Carla Anderson, LPN at 573-378-4817 or toll free at 1-866-803-4657.

Senior Services

Experience Works
Experience Works helps low-income seniors, many with multiple barriers to employment, get the training they need to find good jobs in their local communities. Contact Susan Streit at 573-442-0067 or 800-368-7569. (this is the agency formerly know as the “Green Thumb” program) More information can be found at http://www.experienceworks.org/site/PageServer

Moniteau County Nutrition Centers

California Nutrition Center
107 West Versailles Ave
California, MO 65018
(573)-796-4240
Hours of operation are 8:00 a.m. through 4:00 p.m. Lunch is served from 11:00 a.m. through 12:30 p.m. Age requirements are 60 years old and above. There is no age requirement for spouses of persons 60 years old or older. A $2.50 donation is appreciated but not required.
Other activities at the California Nutrition Center include:

  • Card Games and quilting daily
  • Small paperback library
  • Exercise group on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9:30 a. m.
  • Live Music on Wednesday from 12:30 p.m. through 2:00 p.m.
  • Bingo on Monday and Thursday at 12:30 p.m.
  • Monday evening potluck appetizer and game night from 6:00 p.m. until 10: p.m.

Olivia Werner, Care Coordinator is on site.

Tipton Nutrition Center
421 Independence
Tipton, MO 65081
(660)-433-2715
Hours of operation are 8:00 a.m. through 4:00 p.m. Lunch is served from 11:00 a.m. through 12:30 p.m. Age requirements are 60 years old and above. There is no age requirement for spouses of persons 60 years old or older. A $2.50 donation is appreciated but not required.
Other activities at the Tipton Nutrition Center include:

  • Bingo on Wednesday at 12:30 p.m.
  • Exercise group on Thursday at 9:30 a. m.
  • Ladies day out Thursday at 12:30 p.m.
  • Blood Pressure check every 4th Thursday of the month
  • Card games Friday at 5:30 p.m.

For a listing of all Central Missouri Senior Center Care Coordinator Offices and Phone numbers visit http://www.cmaaa.net/carecoordlist.htm

Senior Housing

Bristol Manor: Senior Adult Care Facilities
For information and locations throughout Missouri visit http://www.bristol-manor.com/

California Senior Housing
A retirement community where rent is based on income.
908 Dan St
California, MO 65018
(573) 796-8008

 



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