When Times Get Tough, We Provide Support
When our neighbors face urgent challenges such as food insecurity, changes to SNAP benefits, housing instability, or healthcare disruptions, our community shows up. This page is your hub for how to get help and give help in real time.
Need Help?
Call First Call For Help
If you are seeking help with food and other essential needs, call First Call for Help (573) 334-HELP (4357). You will be connected with a social worker ready and willing to help you find resources near you. Available Monday – Friday 8AM – 5PM.
Weekend Support
- Visit the First Call For Help website to find open food pantries and our area’s only comprehensive resource directory.
- Call the statewide Missouri helpline: Get connected to a certified resource specialist by dialing 211 or 1-800-427-4626 from a cell phone or landline