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Hume R-VIII School District- RR. 1 Box 1A, Hume, Missouri 64752. (660) 643-7411. David Quick,Superintendent.Nevada R-V Parents as Teachers Program- 425 N. Elizabeth Nevada, Missouri 64772. ContactLynette Foster at (417) 448-2061 or lfoster@nevada.k12.mo.us . 7:30a – 3:30p Monday - Friday. Wesupport parents with the 4 components of our program. 1) Yearly Developmental Screenings forchildren 3 months – 5 years. 2) Resource Network & Newsletters – this information is available to allfamilies. These include community, health & government resources. 3) Group Connections –Available to all families in our district. We offer group meetings with parenting information andparent/child activities. 4) Home Visits – developmental information and activities are given andavailable during home visits. Due to lack of educators, there is a waiting list. All of these services arefree to families in our district.Nevada R-V School District- 800 W. Hickory Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417) 448-2020. Dr. DavidStephens, Superintendant. 7:30a - 4:00p. Public education, and summer school program. Intramuralclubs are offered at the middle school including: kickball, volleyball & basketball. Along with GirlEmpowerment Club, PINK Ladies, BoyZone, Jr. FFA, Art Club and Science Club.Nevada Regional Technical Center- 900 W. Ashland Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417) 448-2090. Dr.Witt contact. Hours 7:30a - 3:30p. Programs include various tech programs, construction, adultbusiness technology, computer network, industrial tech and automotive among others.Nevada Schools Wellness- 425 N. Elizabeth, Nevada, MO 64772. Contact Crystal Burch at (417)448-2061 or crystalburch@nevada.k12.mo.us. Nevada Schools Wellness plans for and promotesstudent and staff wellness through healthy programming and alignment with the district wellnesspolicy. Visit us at www.nevada.k12.mo.us.Northeast Vernon County R-1 School District- 216 E. Leslie Avenue, Walker, Missouri 64790.(417) 465-2221. Office hours 8:00a - 5:00p. Charles Naas, Superintendent. Pre K-12 public schooldistrict.Rich Hill R-IV School District- 703 N. 3 rd Street Rich Hill, Missouri 64779. (417) 395-2418. GlennNiffen, Superintendent. 8:00a - 4:00p Monday - Friday.Sheldon R-VIII School District- 100 E. Gene Lathrop Dr. Sheldon, Missouri 64784. (417) 884-5113.Tim Judd, Superintendent.University of Missouri Extension- Ground floor of the Vernon County Courthouse, 100 W. CherrySuite 2, Nevada, Missouri 64772. Contact Pat Miller. (417) 448-2560. Office Hours 8:30a - 4:30p,closed 12:00p - 1:00p. Extending the educational resources of the University to the local community.4

EmploymentAO Employment Services- 429 E. Walnut, Nevada, MO 64772 Contact Angie Thomas at (417) 667-2233. Hours 8:00a - 4:30p. Employment services, supported employment services, CHAFEE services,community support services and youth program for children in foster care. Visit us at www.aoinc.org.Division of Workforce Development- 621 East Highland Suite 3, Nevada MO 64772 (417) 448-1177Contact: Charlie Johnson. Hours 8:00a - 5:00p Monday - Friday. Programs and services offered to bothjob seeker and businesses through the Nevada Career Center. Job seekers can obtain job openinginformation, job placement, job readiness preparation, job training, skill assessment, career explorationand resume preparation. Businesses obtain services to include posting of job orders, labor marketinformation, business workshops, employer services and testing and assessment. Online registrationfor job seekers and businesses at www.missouricareersource.com.Experience Works- Clinton Career Center 1661 N. 2nd St., Clinton, MO 64735. (660) 885-5541. BillThole. 8:00a - 5:00p Monday - Friday. Experience Works is a national nonprofit organization thathelps unemployed people who are at least 55 years of age find jobs. Provide training to learn new skillsor update skills. Job search assistance is available to help individuals find employment.Paraquad (Show Me Employment Project)- PO Box 328, El Dorado Springs MO 64744. (417) 501-5141. Hours 8:00a - 5:00p Monday - Friday, call for appointment. Contact Joanne Rosales,Community Work Incentive Coordinator. Promote and support employment outcomes for SSAdisability beneficiaries. Benefits counseling including how going to work will affect other publicprograms such as food stamps, hud, etc. Provide information for transitioning students.Quality Products Inc - 3100 Industrial Parkway Nevada, Missouri 64772. Contact Clem McFarland at(417) 667-8944 or cmcfarland@moqpi.com . Office Hours 7:30a - 4:00p. Extended employment in asheltered workshop for people with disabilities.UMOS-United Migrant Opportunity Services- 9235 Lawrence 1180 Mount Vernon MO 65712.(417) 771-8200. Contact Anita Franson. Hours 8:00a - 5:00p Monday - Friday. Employment andtraining for individuals who are former farm workers. Qualified participants may be eligible for food,gas, rent and tuition vouchers.Vocational Rehabilitation- 621 E. Highland Ave, Ste 2, Nevada, MO 64772. Contact Ray Drake at(417) 448-1332. Open 8:00a - 5:00p Monday - Friday. Employment services and training forindividuals with disabilities. Visit us at http://dese.mo.gov/vr/covrehab.htm.West Central Community Action Agency- 1801 N. Osage Nevada, Missouri 64772. Contact RubyParson at (417) 667-5976 or rparson@wcmcaa.org . Hours: 8:00a - 5:00p Monday - Friday. Work withindividuals on TANF provide them with Case Management, Gas money for job seeking oremployment, clothes for work & other things for employment, Job readiness classes, job replacements(some paid, others not), job seeking help and referrals to other programs as needed.West Central Employment & Training- 621 East Highland, Suite 3 Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417)667-2449. Robert Fox. 8:00a - 4:30p Monday - Friday. Work Enforcement Investment Act Assistanceto adult, dislocated workers and youth with employment and educational opportunities.5

Workforce Development Board of Western Missouri, Inc.- 621 E. Highland Ave. Nevada, Missouri64772. (660) 490-0472. Debbie Glass. Hours 7:00a - 5:30p Monday - Thursday. Administration ofWorkforce Investment Act program. We serve adults, youth, dislocated workers and low incomeindividuals in the 13 county west-central region of Missouri which includes Vernon County.Faith Based Organizations/ServicesCelebrate Recovery - 301 E. Highland Ave, Nevada, MO 64772. Contact Steve Russ at (417) 321-0471 or steve@fbcnevada.org. Christ-centered 12 step group for any hurt, hang-up or habit.Vernon County Ministerial Alliance- Contact 2013 Chairman, Mike Satterlee at (417) 448-4546 ornevadanaz@sbcglobal.net . Emergency relief fund - provides assistance to resident of Vernon Countyfor utilities, medical, rent, gas, food, and other. Transients can receive assistance with lodging, gas,food or bus tickets. Community worship, Good Friday service and Community Thanksgiving service.Group HomesChallenge & Change- 429 N. Washington Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417) 667-4315.Skills Unlimited- Administrative office 114 W. Hunter Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417) 667-6021.Doug Nickelson, Executive Director. Hours 9:00a - 4:00p. Provides residential services, personal careassistance, community integration for developmentally disabled, respite services, and independentsupported living.Health/FitnessHealthy Nevada – 212 W. Walnut St, Ste B, Nevada, MO 64772. Contact Katie Bones at 417-283-3100 or inbox@healthynevada.net. Launched in 2012, Healthy Nevada is a non-profit research anddevelopment initiative focused on the engagement of individuals in Nevada, MO to actively improvetheir population’s health and wellness. The overall goal is to increase Vernon County’s health indicesfrom the bottom third to the top third of county health rankings in MO by 2016. This goal will beachieved through the implementation of strategies and interventions involving health, care,sustainability and technology. Our programs are developed through the following committees: ActiveLifestyle, Bicycle and Pedetrian Advisory, Care, Farmers Market, Funding Team, Healthy Eating andMental Health. Visit www.healthynevada.net to view committee meeting schedules. To get involved,please contact the Healthy Nevada Innovation Center.Nevada Multi-Sport Club - Activity club for anyone interested in running, walking or cycling. No feeto join, activities for all ages and fitness levels. Website: nevadaareamultisport.weebly.comNevada Schools Wellness- 425 N. Elizabeth, Nevada, MO 64772. Contact Crystal Burch at (417)448-2061 or crystalburch@nevada.k12.mo.us. Nevada Schools Wellness plans for and promotesstudent and staff wellness through healthy programming and alignment with the district wellnesspolicy. Visit us at www.nevada.k12.mo.us.6

Osage Prairie YMCA- 500 W. Highland Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417) 667-9622. Hours 5:00a -9:30p Monday - Friday, 7:00a - 4:00p Saturday, 1:00p - 6:00p Sunday. Gym with basketball andvolleyball, racquetball, track, group exercise, yoga, locker room and indoor pool with water aerobics.Vernon County Health Department- 301 N. Washington Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417) 667-7418.Beth Swopes. Hours 8:00a - 6:00p Monday - Friday. Communicable disease testing treatment andinvestigation. Food, motel and childcare inspections, birth and death certificates, immunizations, streptests, pregnancy tests.HospiceHeartland Hospice- 612 W Fort Scott, Butler MO 64730. Contact Jennifer Underwood at (660) 679-4300. Hours 8:00a - 5:00p Monday - Friday. On call 24/7. Support for patients and families dealingwith life-limiting diseases with emphasis on quality of life. Meeting the patient and family where theyare, be it in the home, nursing home, hospital or residential care facility.Serving clinical, social and spiritual needs.Nevada Regional Medical Center/Home Health & Hospice- 800 S. Ash Nevada, Missouri 64772.Contact Brigitte Brus at (417) 448-3751. 24 hours a day 7 days a week as needed. Home Health –Healthcare that is provided in the patients home, services are available for all ages newborn to elderly.Hospice – Palliative care for terminally or seriously ill patients. Care is typically given in the patientshome to provide assistance with pain and symptoms.Hospitals/ClinicsDowntown Medical Associates- 216 N. Main Nevada, Missouri 64772. Dr. Kemm . (417) 667-3831.Nevada Chiropractic Clinic- 200 S. Alma Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417) 667-3699. Dr. JasonMeisenheimer. Monday - Wednesday 9:00a – 1:00p and 3:00p – 6:00p, Thursday 9:00a to 12:00p and3:00p – 6:00p, Friday’s 9:00a – 11:00a. Chiropractic health care and pre-employment and random DOTcompliant or private customized drug and alcohol testing and physical examinations.Nevada Urgent Care & Adult and Pediatric Clinic- 111 N. Elm St, Nevada MO 64772. DebAsberry, APRN, BC,FNC, Phone (417) 667-9000. Hours 7:30a - 6:00p Monday - Friday, 8:00a -12:00p Saturdays. Provides non emergency, walk-in, urgent care. Family practice, physicals, wellwomen care, well baby and well child care. Care of acute and chronic illness by appointment. Servicesinclude labs, EKG, vaccines for children’s program, contraception counseling, management of chronicillnesses, join injections, care of sprains and strains.Nevada Medical Clinic - 900 S. Adams Nevada, Missouri 64772. Contact Sherry Lakeman or ReneeEck at (417) 667-6015. Hours 7:00a - 5:00p Monday - Friday. A health care facility for all agesoffering office procedure, lab, X-Ray, EKG and all health other care needs. Family Practice Physicians– Rick Thompson, MD, Kristi Cyrmes, MD, Jill Spangler, DO, Ricky Kellenberger, DO, Sherri Eador,NP, Chastity McCullick, NP, Jenifer Webb, NP. Family Practice Physicians with Obstetrics –Cameron Crymes, MD, Heather Russell, MD, Jennifer Conley, MD. Internal Medicine – SeanGravely, DO.7

Nevada Regional Medical Center- 800 S. Ash Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417) 667-3355. AtNRMC, our patients always come first. NRMC offers an exceptional range of healthcare servicesincluding 24-hour Emergency Care, Behavioral Health - Adult & Senior, Family-Centered MaternityCare, Rehabilitation Therapy, Diagnostic Imaging, Same-day surgery, and a wide compliment ofvisiting specialists.Nevada Regional Medical Center/Specialty Clinic- 800 S. Ash Nevada, Missouri 64772. ContactJama Bogart at (417) 448-3642. Open Monday – Friday 8:00a – 4:30p. Our specialty clinic within thehospital has services for Cardiology; Ear, Nose and Throat; Neurology; Podiatry; Cardiopulmonary;Rheumatology and Urology.Nevada Regional Medical Center/Rural Health Clinics- 800 S. Ash Nevada, Missouri 64772.Contact Jama Bogart at (417) 667-3355. Available Monday – Friday 8:00a – 5:00p. The NowCareClinic is open 7:00a – 7:00p on Tuesday and Thursdays and 8:00a – 12:00p on Saturdays. NRMCoffers three convenient medical clinics where you may visit a physician or a nurse practitioner forroutine medical check-ups, physicals and minor emergencies, NowCare Clinic located in Nevada andRural Health clinics in Rich Hill and Sheldon.Nevada Regional Medical Center/Wound & Skin Management- 800 S. Ash Nevada, Missouri64772. Contact Jama Bogart at (417) 448-3603. Open Monday – Friday 8:00a – 4:30p. Our skin careclinic offers treatment, surgery, lymphedema and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. This clinic is locatedwithin the hospital on the second floor of the south tower.Nevada Regional Medical Center/No One Dies Alone- 800 S. Ash Nevada, Missouri 64772. ContactSusie Platt at (417) 667-3355. Available 24/7. No One Dies Along provides companionship to patientsfacing the dying process who are alone. This provides the gift of respect and dignity to another humanbeing at the end of life.Nevada Regional Medical Center/Behavioral Health Services- 800 S. Ash Nevada, Missouri 64772.Contact Carol Roberts at (417) 448-3690. Available by appointment. Mental Health Clinic –outpatient services for people of all ages that does not require a referral. Structured Outpatient Program– Designed specifically for senior adults ages 55 and over who are experiencing grief, persistentworries, loss of enjoyment, fears, irritability, avoidance of social contacts, sleep disturbance, significantlife changes and other related problems.Nevada Regional Medical Center/Home Health & Hospice- 800 S. Ash Nevada, Missouri 64772.Contact Brigitte Brus at (417) 448-3751. 24 hours a day 7 days a week as needed. Home Health –Healthcare that is provided in the patients home, services are available for all ages newborn to elderly.Hospice – Palliative care for terminally or seriously ill patients. Care is typically given in the patientshome to provide assistance with pain and symptoms.Nevada Regional Medical Center/New Beginnings- 800 S. Ash Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417)448-3677. Carol Roberts, Program Director. Hours 24/7. In patient acute psychiatric care for adultsage 18 and over. Outpatient therapy for individuals 55 years and over. Group therapy gearedspecifically for older adults dealing with grief, persistent worries, loss of employment, sleepdisturbance or other significant life changes.Rich Hill Family Medical Clinic- 320 N. 14 th Street Rich Hill, MO 64779. (417) 395-2150.Sheldon Family Medical Clinic- 810 W. Main Sheldon, Missouri 64784.8

HousingAsh Place- 2095 B, Ash Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417) 448-5730. Suzanna Harger. Hours 8:00a -4:30p Monday - Thursday. Senior Housing for 55 or older and disabled.Elmwood Estates- 1102 N. Elm Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417) 667-6041.Habitat for Humanity- PO Box 170, Nevada, Missouri 64772.Housing Authority of the City of Nevada MO- 1117 N. West Street Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417)448-2730. Fax (417) 448-2733. Mailing address PO Box 541 Nevada MO 64772. Carol Branham,Executive Director. Public housing agency - provides rental assistance based on income for publichousing units (200) and section 8 tenant based voucher.West Central Missouri Community Action Agency - 1801 N. Osage Suite A Nevada, Missouri64772. Contact Marye Sanderson at (417) 667-5741. Hours Monday-Friday 8:00a - 4:30p.Emergency assistance for utilities. Low income heating assistance in the winter. Rent and deposits forshelter and utilities when available. Section 8 rental assistance for housing, weatherization and lifeskills classes. Referrals and resources for outside agencies.Human/Social ServicesAmerican Cancer Society- 3322 S. Campbell, Ste G, Springfield, MO 65807. Contact Stacey Wilsonat On My Own at (417) 667-7007 or Nikki Leake at (417) 881-1670. Available Monday – Friday 8:30a– 5:00p. Counties served: Butler, Vernon, St. Clair, Cedar, Barton, Dade, Jasper. Look Good…FeelBetter held the 2 nd Tuesday of each month at On My Own, Inc. starting at 10a. This class helps womendealing with the side effects of cancer treatment. Wigs/head coverings available thru Stacey Wilson.Reach to Recovery – call 800-227-2345 to set up a visit for Breast Cancer Survivors to visits newlydiagnosed breast cancer patients. Read to Recovery – volunteers that drive patients to and fromtreatment. Call 800-227-2345 for resources and assistance for transportation, lodging, insurance,prescription meds, financial needs, information and connection to programs and services.Cash Assistance Program/Department of Social Services- 621 E. Highland Ave. Suite 1, Nevada,Missouri 64772. (417) 448-1130. Medicaid, food stamps.Children’s Center- 119 South Main Nevada, Missouri 64772. Contact Amy Kaelke at (417) 549-0900.Receive referrals from law enforcement agencies and the Children's Division of DSS. Centerinterviews children who are suspected victims of child abuse or witnesses to a crime. Offer SAFEexams, CARE exams and Therapy services.Community Outreach- 229 N. Cedar Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417) 667-4339. Barbara Long.Hours 9:00a - 12:00p. Emergency food assistance, USDA Commodities & Emergency food available.Information & referral, holiday food baskets, Back to School Fair, Food For Thought, Partners with theSalvation Army, Ministerial Alliance and many local churches for emergency assistance.9

Council on Families in Crisis/ Katherine’s Place- 415 N. Main St, Nevada, MO 64772. Call (417)667-7171. Open Monday – Friday 8:30a – 3:00p. Services are free of charge. Crisis intervention, casemanagement for both shelter and outreach clients. Life skill classes, support groups, spiritualityclasses, advocacy, outreach advocate and court advocate. We provide food, clothing, etc., for all clientsfrom Loretta’s Attic or Thrift store. We are an extension of Moss House.Council on Families in Crisis/ Moss House - 415 N. Main Nevada, Missouri 64772. Contact MarthaSander at the Office (417) 667-7171 or Martha.mosshouse@sbcglobal.net. 24/7 Crisis Hotline # (800)398-4271. Hours 8:00a - 4:00p Monday- Friday. We serve victims of domestic and sexual violence.Services include Emergency shelter, Crisis Intervention, Case Management, Children’s Services,Information & Referral, Court Advocacy, Support Group, Life Skill Classes, Safety Planning, Nonresidentialservices, Thrift store, Community Education/Speakers, Batterer Intervention Program, SafeAt Home Applications, Assistance with MOVAns & Crime Victim’s compensation programs.Department of Social Services/ Children’s Division- 621 E. Highland, Ste 1, Nevada, MO 64772.Contact Kathy Ogle at (417) 667-4339 or Cathleen.j.ogle@dss.mo.gov . Hours Monday – Friday 8:00a– 5:00p. Family center services, in-tact family alternative care, foster children, child abuse/neglect,hotline reports, and adoption. Visit us at www.dss.mo.gov.Department of Senior & Disability Services- 621 E. Highland Ave, Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417)448-1261. Contact Heidi Pindard. Investigation of elderly and disability abuse and referrals.Muscular Dystrophy Association- 825 S. Range Line Rd. #B, Joplin, MO 64804. (417) 781-8600.Paraquad (Show Me Employment Project)- PO Box 328, El Dorado Springs MO 64744 (417) 501-5141, call for appointment. Contact Joanne Rosales. joannerosales@gmail.com. Community WorkIncentive Coordinator. Hours 8:00a - 5:00p Monday - Friday. Promote and support employmentoutcomes for SSA disability beneficiaries. Benefits counseling including how going to work will affectother public programs such as food stamps, HUD, etc. Provide information for transitioning students.Red Cross Volunteers- 201 E. Cherry St, Suite 203, Nevada, Missouri 64772. Peggy Tedlock. Hours9:00a - 3:00p Monday – Friday.Salvation Army- 229 North Cedar, Nevada MO 64772. Phone (417) 667-4339. Barbara Long. Hours10:00a - 12:00p and 1:00p - 4:00p Monday - Friday. Financial assistance for medications, utilities,food, housing and medical transportation. Assistance with Christmas gifts, school supplies, summercamps, swim passes and special needs for senior citizens.Social Security Administration- 120 S. Commerce Dr. Nevada, Missouri 64772. (888) 808-5441.Rick Holder, District Manager. Hours 9:00a - 4:00p Monday - Friday. Administers initial andcontinuing entitlement to the entire range of Social Security retirement, survivor and disability benefitsas well as Supplemental Security Income payments for the aged, blind and disabled and also enrollmentfor Medicare Parts A and B.Special Olympics- 1001 Diamond Ridge, Suite 800 Jefferson City, MO. (573) 635-1660. Providesyear-round training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adultswith mental disabilities.Spirit & Truth Christian Center- 221 N. Main Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417) 667-3140.10

United Way of Vernon County- 201 E. Cherry, Suite 203, Nevada, Missouri 64772. Contact PeggyTedlock, Executive Secretary or Vickie Dunn, Administrative Assistant at (417) 667-5563. Hours:9:00a – 3:00p Monday - Friday. Fundraising source and administrative board of directors for 20member agencies that support the residents of Vernon county.Vernon County Cancer Relief Fund- PO Box 24, Nevada MO 64772, (417) 448-4529. Mike Turnbul.Provides assistance to individuals in the Vernon county area to address the needs of cancer victims andtheir families. Non-profit, charitable, tax exempt organizations.Vernon County Children’s Division- 621 E. Highland, Suite 1, Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417) 448-1100 or 855-373-4636. Loretta Rapp-Percy. Hours 8:00a - 5:00p Monday - Friday. Provides in-homeservices to families to prevent abuse and neglect. Works with families to learn parenting skills, providefoster care to children when they cannot live with their families. Provides adoption services.Vernon County Family Support Division- 621 E. Highland Ave. Suite 1 Nevada, Missouri 64772.Mailing address PO Box 305, Nevada MO 64772. (417) 448-1100. Chris Tannlund County Manager.Public assistance; Food Stamps; Temporary assistance; child care; Missouri Health Net; SupplementalNursing Care; Vendor Coverage.Vernon County WIC Program- 301 N. Washington Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417) 667-8447. BethSwopes. Hours: Operates 10 days a month, Tuesday and Thursdays from 8:00a - 6:00p. Nutritioneducation for prenatals, infants and children. Breastfeeding education and support.Independent LivingA.O. Vantage Point- 429 E. Walnut, Nevada, Missouri 64772. Contact Justin Messner at (417) 667-4638. Hours 8:00a - 4:30p. Monday - Friday. Department of Mental Health and Department of Seniorand Disability Services provider for individuals with special needs.First Steps- 2312 Annie Baxter, Joplin, MO 64804. Contact Allison Osburn at 417-214-6418 oraosburn@cssmo.org. Open Monday – Friday 8:00a – 5:00p. Early intervention for ages 0 – 3 years. InHome therapy – physical, occupational, speech, and developmental. Assistive technology, appliedbehavior analysis and service coordination. Visit us at www.mofirststeps.com.Neighbors Center- 329 E. Walnut Nevada, Missouri 64772. Contact Jay Mayfield at (417) 667-3990or jmayfield160@hotmail.com . Meals, Recreation, Respite. The Neighbors Center is an Adult DayCare center that provides supervision of individuals who cannot be left alone at home. This allowsloved ones to go to work or do other things in their daily routine. Respite care also provided for theprimary caregiver.On My Own, Inc. - 428 E. Highland Ave. Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417) 667-7007. Sara Nunez,Consumer Directed Services Director. 8:00a - 4:00p Monday - Friday. On My Own, Inc. offersadvocacy, peer support, independent skill training and information/referral services. Additionalservices offered included: assistive equipment loan program, transition from nursing home intoindependent living, transition education for teens and young adults, home modification/ramp program,adaptive telephone program, Help at Hand Emergency dialer, ADA assessments, parent support group,monthly social activities, library of educational materials for public use and disability awareness11

presentations. On My Own, Inc. offers Personal Care Attendant Service for people with disabilities, 18years and older who are able to self-direct their own care. The consumer hires their attendant of choice.CDS Consumers are able to live in their own home while receiving In-Home Attendant care fordressing/grooming, bathing, housekeeping, laundry, shopping/errands and mobility assistance. CDS isMissouri Medicaid funded - overseen by the Missouri Division of Senior and Disability Services. OnMy Own, Inc. also offers In Home Service assistance for people of all ages and disabilities. Nursingservices and attendant care services. Acceptable forms of payment are: Missouri Medicaid, privatepay, long term care insurance, and Veteran’s Services. Visit us at www.omoinc.org.Skills Unlimited- Administrative office 114 W. Hunter Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417) 667-6021.Doug Nickelson, Executive Director. Hours 9:00a - 4:00p. Provides residential services, personal careassistance, community integration for developmentally disabled, respite services, and independentsupported living.Southwest Community Services- 2323 N. Ash Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417) 667-7833. ChrisBaker. Hours 24/7. We provide 24/7 staff for clients living independently.In-Home ProvidersNevada Regional Medical Center Home Health Care- 800 S. Ash Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417)448-3751. Bobbie Barbour or Bridget Bruse. Hours 7:00a - 4:30p Monday - Friday. Offering carecalls in the home. The device is used to alert help in case of an emergency in the home.On My Own In-Home Care- 428 E. Highland Ave, Nevada, Missouri, 64772 (417) 667-7007.Thaylee Rourk, In-Home Care Director. Office Hours 8:00a - 4:00p Monday - Friday. Vendor foragency directed in-home services authorized by the Division of Senior and Disability Services.Services are provided by C.N.A’s and/or trained Personal Care Aides. In-home nurse visits includediabetic nail care, medication set-up, insulin set-up, skin monitoring, simple dressing changes. InHome Attendant services include: bathing, dressing, grooming, housekeeping, laundry, mealpreparation, shopping and errands. In-Home care is available for people of all ages with disabilities &older adults.Premier Home Health Care- 1617 East Ashland, Nevada MO 64772. Phone (417) 667-4242. ContactRobyn Abbott. Personal care, Homemaker services, Respite Live-In Companion Service.West Central Missouri Community Action Agency/In-Home Services Department- 1801 N. OsageNevada, Missouri 64772. Contact Rhonda Stewart at (417) 667-5445 or rstewart@wcmcaa.org . Hours8:00a - 4:30p Monday - Friday. Provides In Home services for the elderly and disabled. HomemakerServices – general housekeeping chores to maintain a safe & livable home. Services include, dusting,sweeping & vacuuming, changing/making beds, errands/shopping, cooking meals, cleaning kitchen.Cleaning bathroom, etc. Personal Care – Bathing & Personal care, mobility and transfer. AdvancePersonal Care – Services include ostomy care, catheter care, application of prescribed creams,assistance with medications. Nurse Visits – medication setup, diabetic nail care, monitor vital signs &overall physical health.12

Law EnforcementAssociate Circuit Court- Vernon County Courthouse-100 W. Cherry Nevada, Missouri 64772.Department of Probation & Parole, Nevada Office- 330 S. Prewitt Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417)448-1250. Brian Teems, District Administrator. Hours 8:00a - 5:00p Monday - Friday. Providesupervision of offenders placed on probation or parole and reside in Vernon County.Missouri State Public Defender, Nevada Trial Office- 329 C North Barrett, Nevada, Missouri 64772.(417) 448-1140. Provides criminal legal representation for indigent people.Nevada Public Safety Communications & Records- 120 S. Ash Nevada, Missouri 64772. 911 or(417) 448-2710. Emergency dispatch for police, fire and ambulance.Vernon County Sheriff- 2040 East Hunter, Nevada, MO 64772. (417) 448-5539. Office operates24/7. D.A.R.E, Drug Abuse Resistance Education; geared at 5th grade and below also encompassesdrugs abuse and alcohol abuse.Mental HealthAdult & Family Counseling- 319 N. Osage Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417) 667-3031.Allied Mental Health Consultants – 200 S. Alma, Nevada, MO 64772. (417) 684-2644.Psychological Testing, Individual and Family Counseling Services. Buddy Gullett, LCSW; MandyBrowning, LCSW.Alternatives in Mental Health- 1801 W. Austin Nevada, Missouri 64772. Contact Lori Ruddick at(417) 667-8008. We provide Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Psychological Evaluations, ForensicEvaluations, Martial and Family Therapy, Divorce Mediation, Educational Evaluations, ChemicalDependency, Behavior Management, Vocational and Interest Evaluations, and Parent Support Groups.Butler/Davidson Counseling – 212 N. Main St, Nevada, MO 64772; Contact Amy Fields at (417)667-9608. There are 3 therapists on staff. We provide individual therapy, group therapy, couplestherapy and psych testing.CMHC, Inc -815 South Ash, Nevada MO 64772. (417) 667-8352. Monday - Saturday, on call nightand Sundays. Diagnostics, medication, adult, child family psychotherapy, day treatment & substanceabuse programs. Federal probation programs, sex offender programs, drug court programs.Community Support Services -PO Box 347, Nevada, MO 64772. Contact Lisa Rainey at (417) 448-5737 or lrainey@cssmo.org. Target case management for Vernon, Cedar, St. Clair & Dade Countiesfor all persons found eligible through Department of Mental Health/MRDD. Visit us atwww.cssmo.org.Heartland Behavioral Health Services- 1500 W. Ashland Nevada, Missouri 64772. Contact BetsyCurtis at (417) 667-2666 or betsy.curtis@uhsinc.com 24/7 operation. Services offer specialty extendedresidential treatment programs, as well as short term crisis stabilization (acute hospitalization) for youthages 4-21. Heartland treats youth with mental health issues, and/or emotional and behavioral disorders.Heartland offers quality programs for self injurious behaviors, trauma-focused issues, reative13

attachment disorder, and substance abuse. Heartland specialized in both Dialectical BehavioralTherapy (DBT) and Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP). Funding for Heartland’s programmingmay be obtained through most insurance providers, State Medicaid, government programs, self-payoptions, and other miscellaneous funding entities. Heartland is very proud to serve the families thatserve our country – as an approved TRICARE® (military insurance) provider as well.Joplin Regional Center, Dept. of Mental Health- 3600 E. Newman Rd., Joplin, MO 64802. (417)629-3020. William Matthew Waggoner. 8:00a - 5:00p Monday - Friday. Provides service forindividuals of all ages with disabilities.New Beginnings Behavioral Health Services- 800 S. Ash Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417) 448-3677.Carol Roberts, Program Director. Hours 24/7. In patient acute psychiatric care for adults age 18 andover. Outpatient therapy for individuals 55 years and over. Group therapy geared specifically for olderadults dealing with grief, persistent worries, loss of employment, sleep disturbance or other significantlife changes.Pathways- 320 Mac Blvd. Nevada, Missouri 64772. Wayne Fallin or Peggy Stark. (417) 667-2262,Hours 8:00a - 5:00p Monday - Friday. Psychiatry, adult and children's case management for seriousmental illness and children at risk of being placed outside of the home. Substance abuse counseling,mental health counseling, prevention services both suicide prevention and substance prevention, familytherapy and crisis services. Crisis # 800-833-3915.Psychiatric Care Services- 1600 W. Ashland Nevada, Missouri 64772.Southwest Missouri Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center- Larry Wheatley – Program Director. Office-2201 N. Elm St, Nevada, MO 64772. (417) 448-3400. Rehab Center – 1301 Industrial Pkwy E, ElDorado Springs, MO 64744. (417) 876-5700.The Wellness Company- 300 W. Cherry Nevada, Missouri 64772. Contact Tricia Bridgewater (417)667-4230. Individual, Family, Martial and Group therapy, assessments/evaluations, psychological,neuropsychological, educational, chemical dependency. Support groups, adolescent narcoticsanonymous, parenting group, sexual abuse support group for the non-offending care giver. Offices inNevada, Lamar and Greenfield.Nursing Homes/Residential CareBarone Alzheimer’s Care Center - 2101 North Ash, Nevada MO 64772. Contact David Harms at(417) 448-3999 or dharms@nrmchealth.com. 24/7 care, 40 bed skilled nursing facility dedicated onlyto Alzheimer’s and Dementia care in the region. Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy servicesoffered as well as a full time dietitian. Visit us on the web www.nrmchealth.com.Bristol Manor of Nevada- 401 E. Walnut Nevada, Missouri 64772. Renea Brewer. (417) 667-5700.Christian Health & Rehab- 700 East Highland, Nevada Missouri 64772. Phone (417) 667-8889.Hours 24/7. Skilled/intermediate nursing, IV medications, feeding tubes, pain management, woundcare, physical, occupational and speech therapy, patient education, community re-entry, hospice.Medicare/Medicaid certified.Clark Care Center- 1505 E. Ashland Nevada, Missouri 64772. Contact Megan Clark or Barry Clarkat (417) 667-3900. Assisted living for senior citizens.14

Culpepper Place of Nevada- 640 E. Highland Ave. Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417) 667-3883.Medicalodge of Nevada- 1210 W. Ashland Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417) 667-5064 or (417) 684-3148. Kim Robertson. Skilled nursing, mental health, rehab to home program, VA contract.Moore-Few Care Center- 901 South Adams, Nevada MO 64772. Contact Steve Branstetter (417)448-3841. 24/7 care. 108 bed skilled nursing facility that offers shorts and long term care. Physical,occupational and speech therapies are offered as well as a full time dietitian.Senior ServicesCare Connection- 301 North Main, Nevada MO 64772. Phone (417) 661-0630. By appointment.Provides case management, in-home services, home modifications including ramps, grab bars, bedrails, nutritional supplements, incontinence supplies, durable medical equipment, financial/utilityassistance, supplemental services, caregiver training and respite care.Department of Senior & Disability Services- 621 E. Highland Ave., Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417)448-1261. Contact Heidi Pinard. 8:00a - 5:00p Monday - Friday. Investigation of elderly anddisability abuse and referrals.Experience Works- Clinton Career Center 1661 N. 2nd St., Clinton, MO 64735. (660) 885-5541. BillThole. 8:00a - 5:00p Monday - Friday. Experience Works is a national nonprofit organization thathelps unemployed people who are at least 55 years of age find jobs. Provide training to learn new skillsor update skills. Job search assistance is available to help individuals find employment.Vernon County Senior Center/Care Connection- 301 N. Main Nevada, Missouri 64772. ContactAngie Daniels at (417) 667-5847 or Nevada@goaging.org . Open Monday – Friday 8:00a – 4:00p.Meal programs (onsite or delivered), Health and Wellness programs, Missouri Senior Medicare Patrol(SMP), Transportation Services, In-Home Services, Care Management, Long-Term Care Ombudsman,Options Counseling, Family Caregiver Support program, Silver Haired Legislature, and volunteers.TransportationM-Nod Taxi Service - 721 S. Meadow Lane, Nevada, Missouri 64772. Don Meisenheimer. Phone(417) 667-9993. Taxi service including handicap accessible van.Medicaid Transportation – Call 866-269-5927. Medicaid recipients transportation to doctorappointments. The doctor must be a Medicaid provider and the service must be covered by Medicaid.A 3-5 day notice is required.OATS (Area Wide Bus) - Call 417-667-5847 or 660-868-0026. Transportation to major cities andadjoining counties for medical services and essential shopping. Busses that are equipped for disabledperson are available as needed. A 2 day advance notice is required. Rider donations support thisservice. 2 nd Tuesday of each month they go to Kansas City. 3 rd Tuesday of each month they do toSpringfield. 4 th Tuesday of each month they go to Joplin.15

OATS (public transportation) – 417-667-5847. In-town transportation for shopping, errands, medicalappointments not at Nevada Regional Medical Center or the Nevada Medical Clinic. Pickups may bescheduled for 8:15a until 1p, Monday – Friday. A 24 hour advance notice is required. Rider donationssupport this service.OATS (Nevada Regional Medical Center) – 417-448-3800 or 800-448-4647. Transportation tomedical appointment at Nevada Regional Medical Center or the Nevada Medical Clinic.Provide-A-Ride (PAR)- a volunteer transportation service for the elderly and persons with disabilities(whom do NOT have Medicaid) to medical appointments outside of Nevada. A limited number of tripsper month are available due to budget restrictions. Contributions are accepted.VeteransMissouri Veterans Commission- 621 E. Highland Ave, Nevada, MO 64772. Contact Bill Gillette at417-448-1133 or wiliam.gillette@mvc.dps.mo.gov. Hours 8:00a-5:00p Monday – Friday. TheMissouri Veterans Commission is a state agency established to aide all veterans, their dependents andlegal representatives by providing information regarding the rights of veterans and their dependents andto assist veterans accessing their available benefits through state and federal governments. MVC willprovide veterans with timely benefits assistance skilled nursing and are a final resting place with honor.On My Own In-Home Care- 428 E. Highland Ave, Nevada, Missouri, 64772 (417) 667-7007.Thaylee Rourk, In-Home Care Director. Office Hours 8:00a - 4:00p Monday - Friday. Vendor foragency directed in-home services authorized by the Division of Senior and Disability Services.Services are provided by C.N.A’s and/or trained Personal Care Aides. In-home nurse visits includediabetic nail care, medication set-up, insulin set-up, skin monitoring, simple dressing changes. InHome Attendant services include: bathing, dressing, grooming, housekeeping, laundry, mealpreparation, shopping and errands. In-Home care is available for veteran’s and veteran’s spouses.Youth ServicesBar H Boys Ranch- Rt. 1 Box 44 Nevada, Missouri 64772 (417) 667-6847.Boy Scouts of America, Ozark Trails Council- 2702 Richard Joseph Blvd. Joplin, Missouri 64804.(417) 624-4168. A United Way agency providing an educational and fun program for youth andleaders, which develops character, citizenship and personal fitness.Child Care Resource & Referral- 1919 East Meadowmere, Springfield MO 65804 (417) 887-3545or 800-743-8497 Contact Kim Gillman or Nicole Piper. Hours 8:00a - 4:30p Monday - Friday. Anoperating agency of the Council of Churches of the Ozarks. Free service to families and child careproviders. Providing child care referrals to families and offer education on quality child care. Servicesto child care providers including accreditation, facilitation, inclusion services for children with specialneeds, on-site assistance to meet quality standards.16

Children’s Division of the 28 th Circuit- 621 E. Highland Ave. Suite 1 Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417)667-3395. Loretta Rapp-Percy. Provides counseling for parents and children. Foster home placementfor youth referred by the Juvenile Office, case management on referrals from outside entities amoungother services.Girl Scouts- Nevada, Missouri 64772. Contact Kristal Wingert, Phone (417) 684-3538.Jenkins Karate- 1107 S. Ash St, Nevada, MO 64772. Contact David Jenkins (417) 321-3330. Openenrollment for boys and girls. Cost varies depending on class structure. For 5 year and older.McGennis Youth Center- Rt. 1 Box 140 Rich Hill, Missouri 64779. (417) 484-3216 (Caretaker’s #)Virginia Habjan. Rural outdoor facility for fishing, camping, picnics, summer theater performances,swim beach. Reservations are required.MOPS – 19155 S. 1463 Rd, Nevada, MO 64772. For Mothers and Children from Birth toKindergarten. Groups meets the 2 nd Wednesday of the month during school at the Church of Christ onHwy 54 West.Nevada Elks Lodge- 510 N. Centennial Blvd. Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417) 667-3699. Dr. JasonMeisenheimer. Youth activities-general programs to benefit area youth. You can contact Dr.Meisenheimer for information about the mobile dental unit.Nevada Little League Football- 1227 W. Walnut St, Nevada, MO 64772. Contact Jody Norcross.Enrollment is late April before the season starts. Season is September – October. Ages 3 rd – 6 th grade.Boys and Girls.Nevada Neptune’s- PO Box 226, Nevada, MO 64772. Contact Myles Miller. Enrollment is laterApril before Season starts. Ages Summer before Kindergarten – Summer after 12 th Grade. Girls andBoys.Nevada Public Library- 218 W. Walnut, Nevada, MO 64772. Contact Jodi Polk. Story hour andSummer Reading Program for Boys and Girls.Nevada Youth Recreational Baseball- PO Box 601, Nevada, MO 64772. Contact Brian Teems (417)667-4851 or www.nyrb.org. Enrollment is mid-March. Season May – June for Boys 8-14 years old.On My Own, Inc.- Parent Support Group - Group is designed for parents of children ages birththrough young adult including young adults transitioning from high school into adulthood. Dynamicdiscussion, parenting strategies, and parenting experiences are shared. A variety of topics are coveredin the support group and parents receive information, encouragement and support for each family’sunique situation. Quality, on-site childcare is offered free of charge, allowing parents to freely andfully participate. Group is lead by Amanda Fisher, On My Own, Transition Coordinator. Preregistrationis required by calling On My Own at 667-7007.Rich Hill Youth Development Center- 501 N. 14 th Street Rich Hill, Missouri 64779. TammyWilliams. (417) 395-4810. Residential treatment facility for juveniles with Missouri Division ofYouth Services.17

Vernon County 4-H Clubs/University Extension- 100 W. Cherry St, Suite 2, Nevada, Missouri64772. Christine Mosbrucker (417) 448-2560. Youth education and character development/FamilyNutrition/Education program for boys and girls ages 8 – 18 years.Vernon County Youth Task Force- 300 West Cherry, Nevada MO (417) 667-4230 Contact TriciaBridgewater. Task force meets at 9:00a on the 4th Wednesday of each month at the Community Center,200 N. Ash, Nevada. Mission is to identify the needs of children in Vernon County and to improve theacademic and social success of our children through cooperative efforts of agencies that provideservices to children within our community. Educating and empowering the community in addressingthe issues that affect the health and safety of our young people.Other Resources/ProvidersKNEM/KNMO Radio- 414 E. Walnut, PO Box 447 Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417) 667-3113.Office hours 8:00am- 5:00pm Mike Harbit, Owner. Radio advertisement, local news, promote eventsfor non-profit agencies.Nevada Daily Mail & The Weekend Herald-Tribune- 131 S. Cedar Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417)667-3344. Hours 8:00a - 5:00p Monday - Friday. Media, printing, advertising.Nevada/Vernon County Chamber of Commerce and Department of Tourism- 225 West AustinSuite 200, Nevada, Missouri 64772. (417) 667-5300. Hours 9:00a - 4:00p Monday - Friday.Community marketing, event coordination, relocation information, membership based businessreferral services, area tourism materials and maps, visitor information center and economicdevelopment information.18