Park Ave Head Start

Central Missouri Community Action (CMCA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1964, dedicated to empowering individuals and families in the community by providing support and resources to help them achieve self-reliance. Through a whole family approach, CMCA offers services focused on family well-being, social connections, and economic stability to address the root causes of poverty. With a mission to build relationships and strengthen resilience, CMCA is part of a national network of community action agencies committed to eradicating poverty. By offering volunteer opportunities, donation options, and various programs, CMCA strives to make a positive impact on the lives of those living in poverty in Central Missouri. Generated from the website

Missouri Valley Community Action Agency (MVCAA) is dedicated to addressing poverty and providing crucial support services to families and individuals in various communities across several counties, including Carroll, Chariton, Johnson, Lafayette, Pettis, Ray, and Saline. Their programs encompass Head Start and Early Head Start, housing assistance, crisis intervention, and community services aimed at fostering economic stability and well-being. In addition to direct services, MVCAA engages the community through initiatives such as Poverty Simulations, which educate participants about the challenges faced by low-income families. This approach encourages greater awareness and involvement in efforts to combat poverty and promote compassion within the community. Generated from the website

The Center for Human Services is the umbrella title under which three program areas provide services for children and adults with disabilities. Its childcare program includes a variety of services for income-eligible families, including home visits, help with accessing community services and information for parents on child development. The employment services program offers job training, job placement and rehabilitation services to people with disabilities. The community living program consists of community integration services, such as day habilitation; supported living facilities; and community housing in the form of group homes and apartments. These services are available to disabled people in Pettis, Saline and Moniteau counties in Missouri.