Connect Crawford

EVENT Community event announcement for MU Extension program at Bourbon Library in December . Please view the attached flyer for full details, dates, and schedule information.

Cuba Happenings provides residents and visitors with essential information regarding local community events, business announcements, and civic activities in Cuba, Missouri. Published in coordination with the local Chamber of Commerce, this update highlights upcoming programs, networking opportunities, and town events. It serves as a central bulletin for staying engaged with local commerce and neighborhood initiatives. Check back regularly to stay informed on everything occurring throughout the community. The weekly update from the Chamber of events, activities and business happenings.

Missouri First Steps is the state's early intervention system for infants and toddlers, providing family-centered supports for children with developmental needs. The brochure explains eligibility, referral, evaluation, IFSP planning, and how services are coordinated through a service coordinator and Early Intervention Team, including how services are provided in the family's natural environment and how plans are reviewed as children approach age three. Call 866-583-2392 Ext. 3 or email earlyintervention@dese.mo.gov.

First Steps Missouri ofrece intervención temprana para bebés y niños hasta 36 meses y apoya a las familias con evaluaciones, IFSP y coordinación de servicios. El folleto explica el proceso de referir, evaluar y planificar servicios con un coordinador de servicio y un Equipo de Intervención Temprana. El programa enfatiza la participación familiar y las visitas en el entorno natural del niño. Más información en dese.mo.gov/childhood. Contacto: llame al 866-583-2392 Ext. 3 o envíe correo a earlyintervention@dese.mo.gov.

Missouri First Steps provides early intervention services for children from birth to 36 months who have a diagnosed physical or mental condition associated with developmental disabilities, a high probability of a developmental delay, or a measurable developmental delay. The flyer explains eligibility criteria, the regional System Point of Entry (SPOE) referral network, and how to make a referral. Crawford County is served by Region 9 (East Central): 102 E. Springfield, Suite 101, Union, MO 63084. Contact Krysta Gross, Director, at 636-584-7279 or kgross@chs-mo.org.

CMFCAA, in partnership with Missouri Ozarks Community Action, is expanding a transportation program to help foster, adoptive, and kinship families get to important appointments and services across Mid-Missouri -- including medical appointments, work or job training, school or educational programs, court or required appointments, and other essential services. The program serves residents of Camden, Crawford, Dallas, Miller, Pulaski, and Phelps counties. For more information or to request a ride, contact Vicki Derstein at (573) 298-0258 (office) or (573) 606-9553 (cell), or email VickiDerstein@CMFCAA.com.

CMFCAA is looking for caring, reliable volunteers to help transport children and families in foster and kinship care to important appointments, visits, and services. This new transportation program is offered in partnership with Missouri Ozarks Community Action (MOCA), serving residents of Camden, Crawford, Gasconade, Laclede, Maries, Miller, Pulaski, and Phelps counties. Federal mileage reimbursement is provided. Questions: (573) 298-0258 (office) or (573) 606-9553 (cell), or email VickiDerstein@CMFCAA.com.

211 connects people in Crawford County and beyond to social services for food, housing, transportation, health care, employment, and more. The searchable directory covers topics like disabilities, early intervention, employment and job-finding assistance, food pantries and free meals, domestic violence hotlines and shelter, education, and utility and rent assistance. Search by topic or add your location for local results at search.211helps.org.

SNAP (the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) provides a monthly benefit, loaded onto an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card, to help eligible Missouri residents buy food. Eligibility depends on household income, size, and resources. Apply online or by mail, then complete an interview if required; eligibility is typically determined within 30 days. Apply at mydss.mo.gov/food-assistance/apply-for-snap or call the Family Support Division at 1-855-823-4908.

ParentLink from the University of Missouri offers free parenting support from trained staff -- including parenting guidance and problem-solving, child development support and screenings, help navigating benefits and services, kinship caregiver support, and maternal and child health resources. There is no cost. Call 1-800-552-8522 or text 1-585-326-4591. Learn more at parentlink.missouri.edu.

The Crawford County Substance Use Prevention Coalition delivers prevention education for parents and youth in Crawford County. Its mission is to help youth build healthy lifestyles free of addictive substance use, with a focus on preventing first-time use of vapes, alcohol, marijuana, and tobacco. The coalition has applied to be recognized as a Missouri registered coalition with the Missouri Department of Mental Health, which includes membership with the Missouri Prevention Network. Its work centers on stopping first-time substance use among area youth as a key step in preventing progression to more serious drugs, including opioids.

Missouri Ozarks Community Action (MOCA) Head Start is now enrolling children who will be 3 years old before July 31st. Documentation needed includes proof of the child's birth, proof of family income, immunization records, and TANF, Disability (SSI), or SNAP (food stamps) documentation or eligibility of services. Head Start operates under a grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Children with and without disabilities are encouraged to apply. Crawford County Head Start is located at 100 Hood Park Drive, Cuba, MO 65453.

MOCA Transit is recruiting volunteer drivers to help community members get to the grocery store. Volunteers set their own schedule, choose which rides to take, and drive as far or as local as they're comfortable. Drivers are reimbursed 70 cents per mile. Interested volunteers can find details and apply at crawfordworkingtogether.org/MOCATransit or call (573) 765-3183 and ask for the MOCA Transit coordinators.

Crawford Get Help Here is a promotional listing pointing residents to Connect Crawford as a local connection point for finding help and community resources. Visit connect.crawfordworkingtogether.org to make connections and get help in Crawford County.

Help Starts Here offers assistance with child care subsidy applications and connects families with child care providers that fit their needs through Missouri Child Care Resource and Referral (Child Care Aware). Family Resources support also connects families to essentials such as diapers, utility assistance, food, and other local supports. Visit in person at 1101 Hauck Dr., Rolla, MO, call the call center at 866-892-3228 or 573-415-8605, or email ashley.clark@thecommunitypartnership.org.

The QPR Project AWARE program offers suicide prevention training to teach participants how to recognize warning signs, provide hope, and connect people to resources. Trainings are available in-person (120 minutes) or virtually (90 minutes) and can be scheduled by schools or groups. The course is meant for parents, teachers, first responders, mental health professionals, and community members who want to become certified QPR gatekeepers. For more information, visit mhfamissouri.org/dese-application, or call or text 988 or email info@mhfamissouri.org.

Bringing Families Together offers adoption services to Missouri families. Learn more at bringingfamiliestogether.com.

This concise resource guide lists services and topics to help Missourians meet basic needs and access supports. It includes entries on food assistance, housing, utility help, and transportation options as well as health and mental health resources. The guide also references employment supports, childcare, veteran services, and re-entry resources. Sections cover legal help, disability supports, technology access, and preparing for a career. Access the full guide at dss.mo.gov/fsd/pdf/missouri-resource-guide-3steps.pdf.

CMFCAA provides essential assistance and support to kinship, foster, and adoptive children, young adults, and families in central Missouri. Services include food, clothing, furniture, Begin Again Backpacks, monthly respite events, and life-skills training for youth aging out of care. The organization also hosts support groups and conferences for foster and kinship families and works to find viable family members for children in foster care. CMFCAA advocates for education, mental health, behavioral needs, and other family supports. Learn more at mofosteradopt.com or call 573-298-0258.

20260905-05_post.txt 100% Daytime warming shelters are available in Cuba at the Senior Center (8 a.m. - 4 p.m.) and the Library (9 a.m. - 5 p.m.). Evening and overnight shelter opens at Recklien from 5 p.m. until 8 a.m. when temperatures drop. These locations provide a warm, safe place for community members during cold conditions. No contact phone or email is listed for this flyer.

SMTS, Inc. offers door-to-door transportation service throughout Crawford County, with both local and long-distance routes. Local service runs Tuesday through Friday to Rolla, Sullivan, Steelville, and Cuba, with appointments scheduled between 10am and 2pm. Long-distance service runs to Columbia (2nd and 4th Monday) and St. Louis (1st and 3rd Thursday), and requires at least 2 business days' advance notice. Riders with Medicaid may qualify for free transportation through MTM's NEMT benefit -- call 1-866-269-5927 or visit mtm-inc.net/missouri to check eligibility. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8am to 4pm. For local service, call 573-775-2793. For long-distance service, call 573-729-3133.

MOCA Transit, offered through Missouri Ozarks Community Action, provides a volunteer driver network for door-to-door transportation to essential appointments for residents of Camden, Crawford, Laclede, and Miller counties. Rides are available for medical appointments, pharmacy and grocery trips, food banks, and other essential needs. To request a ride, call at least 48 hours in advance, Monday through Friday, 8am to 3:30pm. Community members interested in volunteering as drivers can use their own vehicle, set their own schedule, and receive mileage reimbursement at $0.70 per mile -- no special license required. Call 573-765-3183 to request a ride or ask about volunteering.

P.L.U.S. 1 (Parents: Learning, Uniting and Succeeding) supports pregnant and parenting moms and dads under age 22, meeting them where they are to build strong, healthy relationships with their children. Services include one-on-one home visits, group nights with dinner and discussion, parenting classes by age group (prenatal through preschool), fun activity days and field trips, help meeting personal life goals, and mentoring support. Participants can also earn "baby bucks" toward items their family needs. P.L.U.S. 1 is a program of The Community Partnership, located at 1101 Hauck Drive, Rolla, MO. Call 573-368-2849 or email amy.bridgeman@thecommunitypartnership.org to learn more.

Vital ID of East Central Missouri helps residents obtain a Missouri State photo ID, Social Security card, and birth certificate at no cost, believing access to health care, housing, employment, and voting are basic human rights. The program now serves 16 Missouri counties, including Crawford, and provides financial assistance for birth certificates and photo IDs once per year per client. All documents obtained are kept confidential. The program grew from one volunteer's effort in Franklin County into a 16-county network carried on by her family and friends after she passed away in early 2025. Call 707-217-0819 or visit vital-id-ecm.org to get started or to volunteer.

Foundations for Franklin County is a nonprofit dedicated to building a safe, healthy, drug-free community by connecting individuals and families in crisis with the professionals and services who can help. Their searchable online directory covers Shelter/Housing, Food, Substance Use Disorder, Health Care, Youth, Income, Transportation, and Legal Aid resources. The organization also runs community programs addressing the opioid crisis, a fragile families initiative, a free lending library, and added support for youth in care. Located at 3033 Highway A, Suite 102, Washington, MO. Call 636.239.7652 or email foundationsforfranklincounty@gmail.com. Search the full directory at foundations4franklincounty.org.