AGENCY DESCRIPTIONS FOR 2010 UNITED WAY OF THE MARK TWAIN AREA - A fund raising organization for human service agencies in Missouri counties - Marion, Ralls, Monroe, Lewis, and Shelby, increasing the capacity to care for one another. 20% Region: 2 Director: Louise Lemen 3062 Hwy 61 N. PO Box 81 Hannibal, MO 63401 Phone: (573) 221- 2761 uniway@mywdo.com www.unitedwayNEMO.org AVENUES, INC. - (Abuse Victims Education Network Unified to Ensure Safety, Inc.)-Domestic and sexual violence victim advocacy, crisis intervention; shelter; 24-hour hotline; support groups; criminal justice; and medical advocacy for Northeast Missouri covering seven counties. 3% Region: 2 Director: Judy Edmonson PO Box 284 Hannibal, MO 63401 Phone: (573) 406-1400 avenuesresource@sbcglobal.net www.avenueshelps.com CASA-Court Appointed Special Advocate-(DCS) - Our advocates are qualified individuals who are committed to the best interests and permanency for abused and neglected children. 0% Region: 2 Director: Kara Koenig 711 Grand Ave. Hannibal, MO 63401 Phone: (573) 221-3892 casa@douglassonline.org www.douglassonline.org CHART TEEN TASK FORCE - A vision of a healthy community with no unintended teen births and no sexually transmitted diseases in teens guides this dedicated coalition of community volunteers. 4% Region: 2 Director: Dr. Sandra Ahlum PO Box 311 Hannibal, MO 63401 Phone: (573) 231-3108 sahlum@hannibalclinic.com CHART WELLNESS TASK FORCE - The Wellness Association will increase the level of physical activity and healthy nutritional choices for northeast Missouri residents through developing and implementing strategies. 0% Region: 2 Director: Sarah Boleach 175 Shinn Lane Hannibal, MO 63401 Phone: (573) 629-3577 Sarah.boleach@hrhonline.org www.hrhonline.org CHRISTIAN WOMEN'S JOB CORPS.-(CWJC) - Our mission is to help women in need move toward self-sufficiency so they learn basic life and job skills in a safe, Christian environment. We help women to obtain the job skills and education necessary to reach out of poverty and into life. 1% Region: 2 Director: Chris Jeppesen P.O. Box 125 Hannibal Hannibal, MO 63401 Phone: (573) 822-6100 cwjchandsofhope@gmail.com CLARENCE NUTRITION SITE - Meals and social services to elderly and handicapped adults. Congregate and home delivered meals, promoting well-being and Social togetherness. Director: Vicki Gander 112 E. Chestnut Shelbina, MO 63468 Phone: (660) 699-3306 DOUGLASS COMMUNITY SERVICES, INC. (DCS) - Head Start; Senior Volunteer Services; Support for Abused Children; Emergency Homelessness Prevention Services; Food, Clothing, and Furniture Distributions; Pre-Employment Services for At-Risk Youth. 7.8% Region: 2 Director: David Dexheimer 711 Grand Ave. Hannibal, MO 63401 Phone: (573) 221-3892 Dave1@douglassonline.org www.douglassonline.org FORGET ME NOT SENIOR CITIZENS - An organization providing a pleasant place, not only for seniors, but for our community and surrounding area to enjoy for meetings and pleasure. 0% Region: 2 Director: Raymond Dowell 412 South Main St./PO Box 273 New London, MO 63459 Phone: (573) 985-2491 GATEKEEPERS-(HLG) - We provide one-on-one mentoring by college students for area at-risk 4th and 5th grade students. 0% Region: 2 Director: Larinee Dennis Hannibal LaGrange College 2800 Palmyra Rd. Hannibal, MO 63401 Phone: (573) 629-1685 ldennis@hlg.edu GIRL SCOUTS OF THE BECKY THATCHER AREA COUNCIL, Inc. - The Worlds Preeminent organization dedicated solely to girls where in an accepting and nurturing environment, girls build character and skills for success in the real world. 16.3% Region: 2 Director: Donna Martin 655 Clinic Rd. (Hannibal site) Hannibal, MO 63401 Phone: (573) 221-0339 www.girlscoutsem.org GREAT RIVERS COUNCIL, BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA - We prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetime and achieve their full potential by teaching life skills and instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law. 18% Region: 2 Director: Doug Callahan 1203 Fay Street Columbia, MO 65201 Phone: (573) 449-2561 dcallaha@bsamail.org www.bsa-grc.org HANNIBAL CLINIC HEALTH SERVICES - To promote healthy lifestyles for the people of Northeast Missouri and provide support for those individuals experiencing illness. 1.8% Region: 2 Coordinator: Ginny Webb 100 Medical Dr. PO Box 311 Hannibal, MO 63401 Phone: (573) 231-3155 gwebb@hannibalclinic.com HANNIBAL FREE CLINIC - The Hannibal Free Clinic is a local mission offering free, non-emergency, scheduled primary health care for uninsured, low income adults age 18-65 in NE Missouri. 0% Region: 2 Director: Sharon Webster 711 Grand Ave. Hannibal, MO 63401 Phone: (573) 248-8307 contact@hannibalfreeclinic.org HEAD START-(DCS) - Childcare program provided to infant and toddlers of low-income individuals. We operate on the basic premise of striving to impove the social and parental competencies of families in poverty. 6% Region: 2 Director: Linda Bleything 711 Grand Ave. Hannibal, MO 63401 Phone: (573) 221-3892 lindab@douglassonline.org HEARTLAND RESOURCES, INC. (Lewis Co. Nutrition Program) - Our community-based services enable clients to maintain independence and dignity, be safeguarded against potential abuse and neglect, while remaining in their Northeast Missouri homes. 1% Region: 2 Director: Janis Van Meter 108 E. Main PO Box 460 Ewing, MO 63440 Phone: (573) 209-3600 hrinc@marktwain.net HOPE HOUSE HOMELESS SHELTER- We provide shelter, referrals and nay assistance we can to help a person go from homelessness to self supporting regardless of race, religion, or gender. 0% Region: 2 Director: Dorothy Whitley PO Box 265 Hannibal, MO 63401 Phone: (573) 221-2261 or (573) 221-8597 KIM-(Kids In Motion)-DCS - A pre-employment/life success training program for "at-risk" youth between the ages of 12-15. Our mission is to teach teens and pre-teens to value work, value their community and to value their future. 8.2% Region: 2 Director: Amy Vaughn 711 Grand Ave. Hannibal, MO 63401 Phone: (573) 221-3892 kids@douglassonline.org www.douglassonline.org LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES QUALITY WORKS, INC. - It is our mission to positively impact the lives of individuals through support, advocacy, and connection to resources. 0% Region: 2 Director: Wendy Hays 201 North Locust St. PO Box 254 Monroe City, MO 63456 Phone: (573) 735-4282 whays@loqw.com www.loqw.com LEGAL SERVICES OF EASTERN MO, INC.(LSEMO) - Provides legal assistance and community legal education for low-income and elderly people in civil matters. 15.8% Region: 2 Managing Attorney: Kevin Suffern 801 Broadway Rm. 201/PO Box 1276 Hannibal, MO 63401 Phone: (573) 248-1111 www.lsem.org LONG TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM - Preserving the quality of life for long term care residents by empowering residents and their families through education, advocacy and support. Director: Rick Bender & Susan Jotte 8704 Manchester Rd. St. Louis, MO 63144 Phone: (314) 918-8222 rbender911@charter.net www.ltcop-stl.org MARK TWAIN AREA LEGAL SERVICES - A judiciary legal service program in northeastern Missouri giving persons over 60 years of age an opportunity to have legal representation. 46% Region: 2 Director: J. Patrick Wheeler 314 N. 11th St. /PO Box 248 Canton, MO 63435 Phone: (573) 288-5643 Wlo_mtls@yahoo.com MONROE CITY SENIOR NUTRITION CENTER - Meals and social services to elderly and handicapped adults. Congregate and home delivered meals, Health Clinics, Educational Programs, Socialization, Information and Assistance, Exercise classes, Circuit Breaker, and Medicare D. 15% Region: 2 Director: Diana Hendrix 314 S. Main Monroe City, MO 63456 Phone: (573) 735-2131 ncenter1@centurytel.net NECAC-North East Community Action Corporation - Assist disadvantaged within our 12 county service area to rise above poverty by providing needed services to enable each individual reach self-sufficiency and economic stability. 5.12% Region: 2 Director: Donald Patrick 16 North Court Street PO Box 470 Bowling Green, MO 63334 Phone: (573) 324-2231 necac@necac.org www.necac.org NECAC-North East Community Action Corporation (MARION COUNTY) - Assist disadvantaged within our 12 county service area to rise above poverty by providing needed services to enable each individual reach self-sufficiency and economic stability. 5.12% Region: 2 Coordinator: Melissa Williams 917 Broadway Hannibal, MO 63401 Phone: (573) 221-7166 mwilliams@necac.org www.necac.org NECAC-North East Community Action Corporation (LEWIS COUNTY) - Assist disadvantaged within our 12 county service area to rise above poverty by providing needed services to enable each individual reach self-sufficiency and economic stability. 5.12% Region: 2 Coordinator: Judy Eaton 408 S. th. St. Canton, MO 63435 Phone: (573) 288-3969 jeaton@necac.org www.necac.org NECAC-North East Community Action Corporation (MONROE COUNTY) - Assist disadvantaged within our 12 county service area to rise above poverty by providing needed services to enable each individual reach self-sufficiency and economic stability. 5.12% Region: 2 Coordinator: Wendy Ellison PO Box 75 Paris, MO 65275 Phone: (660) 327-4110 wellison.necac.org www.necac.org NECAC-North East Community Action Corporation (RALLS COUNTY) - Assist disadvantaged within our 12 county service area to rise above poverty by providing needed services to enable each individual reach self-sufficiency and economic stability. 5.12% Region: 2 Coordinator: Gwen Koch PO Box 215 New London, MO 63459 Phone: (573) 985-2411 gkoch@necac.org www.necac.org NECAC-North East Community Action Corporation (SHELBY COUNTY) - Assist disadvantaged within our 12 county service area to rise above poverty by providing needed services to enable each individual reach self-sufficiency and economic stability. 5.12% Region: Coordinator: Lisa Blickhan 204 E. 3rd. St Shelbyville, MO 63439 Phone: (573) 633-2210 lblickhan@necac.org www.necac.org NEMO Unmet Needs committee--United Way Office 3062 Hwy 61 N Hannibal, MO 63401 Phone: (573) 221-2761 NORTHEAST MISSOURI CHAPTER-AMERICAN RED CROSS - A humanitarian organization, led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the fundamental principles of the International Red Cross movement, will provide relief to victims of disaster and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. 16% Region: 2 Director: Tom Dugger 3062 Hwy 61 North Hannibal, MO 63401 Phone: (573) 221-0320 Nemoarc1@mywdo.com www.americanredcross.com PALMYRA NUTRITION CENTER - Meals and social services to elderly and handicapped adults. Congregate and home delivered meals, Health Clinics, Educational Programs, Socialization, Information and Assistance, Exercise classes. Director: Jill Pflantz 219 W. Ross Palmyra, MO 63461 Phone: (573) 769-3358 rpflantz@rallstech.com RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program-(DCS) - Our mission is to enrich the lives of adults through significant community service work. Seniors bring their talents, experiences, and skill to community non-profit projects, health agencies, and schools. 7% Region: 2 Director: Stacey Nicholas 711 Grand Ave. Hannibal, MO 63401 Phone: (573) 221-3892 rsvp@douglassonline.org www.douglassonline.org SENIOR CITIZENS COMMUNITY CENTER, PARIS, MO - Promote the well-being of those in our community, meals and home-delivered meals provided, healthcare needs, and implementing innovative programming to meet individual needs. 13% Region: 2 Director: Tara Sheffield 112 E. Marion St. Paris, MO 65275 Phone: (660) 327-5824 tarasheffield@ymail.com SHELBY COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS ASSOCIATION, INC. - To encourage senior citizens activities such as social, recreational, nutritional, and home care by providing these services, enabling them to remain independent. 15% Region: 2 Director: Debra Sparks 112 E. Chestnut Shelbina, MO 63468 Phone: (573) 588-4403 or (573) 588-7669 scsc@marktwain.net THE CHILD CENTER, INC. - A non-profit child advocacy center that follows a multidisciplinary team approach to the investigation, detection, treatment, and prevention of child maltreatment serving 14 counties in NE Missouri. 23% Region: 2 Contact: Tysa Coleman-Hannibal 26 Shawnee Trail-(Hannibal site) Hannibal, MO 63401 (573) 221-2256 Ellen Teller-Wentzville 989 Heritage Parkway Wentzville, MO 63385 (636) 332-0899 www.thechildcenter.com ETeller@thechildcenter.com THE SALVATION ARMY - A nonprofit international religious organization. In Marion County it has become a vital part of the restoration of functioning families through food, rent and utility assistance. 22.96% Region: 2 Debbie McCluer 200 S. 9th St. / PO Box 896 Hannibal, MO 63401 Phone: (573) 221-7072 debra_mccluer@usc.salvationary.org www.salvationarmy.com WIDER OPPORTUNITIES, INC. - Recognizing that all persons have the right to self determination in the least restrictive environment, and will assist individuals with disabilities to live and work in their communities. 37% Region: 2 Director: Peggy Childress 410 State St./P. O. Box 225 LaBelle, MO 63447 Phone: (660) 213-3290 wiod@marktwain.net YMCA-(Young Men's Christian Association of Hannibal, Inc.) - An inclusive organization of people united in a common effort to bring the teachings of Jesus Christ into practice and to enrich the lives of others spiritually, physically, socially, and mentally. 8.12% Region: 2 Director: Pete Friesen #1 YMCA Dr. Hannibal, MO 63401 Phone: (573) 221-0586 ymcapf@socket.net www.ymcaofhannibal.org