MISSOURI HAPPENIN'S - September 2010
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PRECIOUS INFORMATION ON TO THOSE OF NEED. OCCASIONALLY, THERE WILL BE ARTICLES
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Program Description
Unemployment insurance benefits provide temporary financial assistance to workers unemployed through no fault of their own
that meet Missouri's eligibility requirements.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must have worked in Missouri during the past 12 to 18 months, and have earned at
least a minimum amount of wages as determined by our guidelines. You must also be able to work and available for work each
week that you are collecting benefits.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
In order to establish your unemployment insurance claim, you may do so online at:
https://www.ui.labor.mo.gov/som/
For instructions on filing a claim by phone, click on the following URL:
http://www.labor.mo.gov/DES/Claims/faqs_web.asp
For more information, please visit our web site at:
http://www.labor.mo.gov/des/claims/index.asp
Managing Agency
Missouri
http://www.mo.gov/
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The Missouri Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) has two components: Energy Assistance/Regular Heating
(EA) and Energy Crisis Assistance Program (ECIP). EA is designed to provide financial assistance to help pay heating bills for
Missourians during the months of October, November, December, January, February, and March. Eligibility requirements for EA are
based on income, family size, available resources and responsibility for payment of home heating costs. Eligibility for EA may also
qualify individuals for additional financial assistance through ECIP and/or weatherization services funded by LIHEAP.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Missouri, you must need financial assistance for
home energy costs and your household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $14,621 if one person lives in the
household; $19,670 if two people live in the household; $24,719 if three people live in the household; $29,768 if four people live in
the household; $34,817 if five people live in the household; $39,866 if six people live in the household, $44,915 if seven people live in
the household; and $49,964 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $5,049for each additional person in the
home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for this program, contact a caseworkers in the Community Action Agency near you:
http://www.communityaction.org/CAA%20Service%20Areas.aspx
Program Contact Information
To learn more about Missouri LIHEAP, please visit:
http://www.dss.mo.gov/fsd/liheap.htm
Telephone inquiries can be made by calling toll-free at:
800-392-1261
Managing Agency
Missouri
http://www.mo.gov/
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Program Description
Each participating household receives an allotment of food benefits based on the USDA's "Thrifty Food Plan." This allotment is
adjusted annually according to the U. S. Department of Labor's analysis of the cost of food. Missouri Electronic Benefit Transfer
(EBT) is the method by which households receive and use food stamp benefits. Households may use their Missouri EBT card in any
grocery store or retail location anywhere in the United States that has been authorized by the USDA Food and Nutrition Service and
displays the Quest® sign. The benefits may be used to purchase any food or food products prepared for human consumption
except alcoholic beverages and tobacco, hot foods, or foods prepared for immediate consumption. Benefits may also be used to
buy seeds and plants for use in gardens to produce food for the personal consumption of the household. Under certain conditions,
members of the eligible households who are 60 years of age or older may use the benefits to pay for home delivered meals and
other meals prepared for elderly persons. While GovBenefits.gov provides a high-level capability to pre-screen for Food Stamp
benefits in Missouri, you can learn more about how much you may be eligible to receive by using a pre-screening tool for the Food
Stamp Program published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Drug Administration, Food and Nutrition Service.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Missouri and fall into one of two groups: (1) those
with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance (savings and
checking combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a person with a
disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself). For either group, you must also have an annual household income of less
than $13,284 if one person lives in the household; $17,808 if two people live in the household; $22,332 if three people live in the
household; $26,856 if four people live in the household; $31,380 if five people live in the household; $35,904 if six people live in the
household; $40,428 if seven people live in the household; or $44,952 if more than seven people live in the household.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
Anyone may apply for food stamps in Missouri. To apply, complete the food stamp application form and return it to your local
Family Support Division (FSD) office. An application is available on our Web site at:
http://www.dss.mo.gov/fsd/fstamp/pdf/fs1_1006.pdf
Instructions for completing this form are also available on our Web site at:
http://www.dss.mo.gov/fsd/fstamp/pdf/im-31fenglish.pdf
You can return the application in person, by mail or by fax. View address information for FSD county offices at:
http://www.dss.mo.gov/fsd/office/index.htm
An interview must be completed to determine your eligibility for food stamp benefits. The interview can be by phone or in-person.
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Drug Administration, Food and Nutrition Service pre-screening tool:
http://www.snap-step1.usda.gov/fns/
Managing Agency
Missouri
http://www.mo.gov/
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Program Description
The School Breakfast Program provides funding that makes it possible for schools to offer a nutritious breakfast to students each
day. Similarly, the goal of the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) is to protect the health and well-being of the nation's children
by providing nutritious school meals every day. NSLP provides funding that makes it possible for schools to offer a nutritious
school lunch. Schools receive Federal funds for each breakfast and lunch served, provided that the meal meets established
nutrition standards.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Missouri and a parent or primary caregiver
responsible for a child(ren) who attends school (high school or under). Those who qualify must also have an annual household
income before taxes that must not exceed $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household;
$40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household;
$61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919
for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for free or reduced price meals, contact your child's school. A listing of your state's schools can be found here:
http://dese.mo.gov/directory/
Program Contact Information
For information on the Missouri School Breakfast and Lunch program please visit:
http://dese.mo.gov/divadm/food/Programs_Index.html
If you have further questions on these programs, please contact the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
at:
573-751-3526
You can also contact your child's school to find out what meals are served and how to apply for free or reduced price school
meals.
Managing Agency
Missouri
http://www.mo.gov/
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Program Description
Missouri MC+ for Kids, part of the Federal Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), is a health insurance program for
uninsured children of low-income families who do not have access to affordable health insurance.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Missouri, under 19 years of age or be a primary care giver
with a child under the age of 19, not covered by health insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien, or
permanent resident, and you must have an annual household income before taxes of less than $29,140 if two people live in the
household; $36,620 if three people live in the household; $44,100 if four people live in the household; $51,580 if five people live in
the household; $59,060 if six people live in the household; $66,540 if seven people live in the household; $74,020 if eight people live
in the household; and $81,500 if more than eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $7,480 for each additional
person in the home. Depending on your income level, you may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state's
program information for details.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
You can apply for this benefit online at https://dssapp.dss.mo.gov/fmw/mohealth/login.asp or you may print out the application at
http://www.dss.mo.gov/mhk/pdf/886-4367_0108.pdf.
Program Contact Information
To learn more about Missouri MC+ for Kids, please visit:
http://www.dss.mo.gov/mhk/index.htm
For more information on MC+ for Kids, please call (translation services available):
888-275-5908
You may also send an e-mail message to:
mcplus@dss.mo.gov
Managing Agency
Missouri
http://www.mo.gov/
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Program Description
The WIC Program provides supplemental foods, nutrition education and referrals to health care, at no cost, to low-income
pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are determined to be at nutritional risk. To
be fully eligible for the WIC Program, applicants must be determined by a health professional, at no cost, to be at nutritional risk (i.
e., have certain medical-based or diet-based risk conditions).
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Missouri, pregnant, breastfeeding and
postpartum woman, infant or child up to 5 years of age and: (1) are individually determined by a health professional to be at
nutrition risk; and, (2) meet an income standard, or are determined automatically income eligible. A person who participates or has
family members who participate in certain other benefit programs, such as the Food Stamp Program, Medicaid or Temporary
Assistance for Needy Families, automatically meets the income eligibility requirement.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply, set up an appointment at the WIC clinic closest to you:
http://www.dhss.mo.gov/wic/WICAgencies_Map.html
Program Contact Information
Please see the following Web Site for the income standard or maximum income limit for WIC eligibility:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/howtoapply/incomeguidelines.htm
For more information on Missouri WIC, please visit the Missouri Nutrition Health and Services (NHS) at:
http://www.dhss.mo.gov/wic/
If you have questions about the WIC program call Missouri NHS at:
800-835-5465
Managing Agency
Missouri
http://www.mo.gov/
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Program Description
The Special Milk Program (SMP) provides milk to children in schools and non-profit childcare institutions that do not participate in
other Federal child nutrition meal service programs. Schools in the National School Lunch or School Breakfast Programs may also
participate in the SMP to provide milk to children in half-day pre-kindergarten and kindergarten programs where children do not
have access to the school meal programs. The program reimburses institutions for the milk they serve.
General Program Requirements
Any child in a school or institution that participates in the Special Milk Program can get milk. Schools may elect to offer free milk to
low-income children. In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must not exceed $20,036 if one person lives in the household;
$26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household; $40,793 if four people live in the
household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the
household; and $68,469 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the
home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for the Special Milk program, directly contact your child’s school, camp, or child care institution to find out if it participates
in the Special Milk Program.
The Federal agency Child Nutrition Programs manages this program and provides state contact information here:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/Contacts/StateDirectory.htm
Additionally, you can view further information about your state's Special Milk program here:
http://opi.mt.gov/schoolfood/nutritionpgms.html
Program Contact Information
For more information regarding the Montana Special Milk Program on the web, please visit:
http://www.opi.state.mt.us/schoolfood/milk.html
You may also contact your local school district if you have other inquiries regarding the program.
You can also call Christine Emerson of the Montana Office of Public Instruction at:
406-444-2502
Managing Agency
Montana
http://www.discoveringmontana.com
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Program Description
The Head Start program (for children ages 3-5) and Early Head Start program (for pregnant women, infants, and toddlers) promote
school readiness for children in low-income families by providing comprehensive educational, health, nutritional, and social
services. Parents play a large role in the programs, both as primary educators of their children and as participants in
administering the programs locally. Both programs provide pre-literacy and literacy experiences in a multi-cultural environment.
Parents are also provided social services, including assistance with childcare. Services are also available to migrant and
seasonal farm worker families.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Missouri, you must be a parent or primary
caregiver responsible for a child who is too young for public school and your household's annual income before taxes must not
exceed $10,830 if one person lives in the household; $14,570 if two people live in the household; $18,310 if three people live in the
household; $22,050 if four people live in the household; $25,790 if five people live in the household; $29,530 if six people live in the
household; $33,270 if seven people live in the household; $37,010 if eight people live in the household; and $40,750 if more than
eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $3,740 for each additional person in the home.
If you do not meet these criteria, you may still qualify if you are a U.S. national, citizen or permanent resident whose financial status
is low income or very low income, who is under-employed, unemployed or about to become unemployed, facing pregnancy, less
than 19 years of age yourself, or the parent or primary caregiver for children under the age of 19 years. Other qualifications may
apply.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
The Head Start Locator provides a searchable database of Head Start programs. To apply for this program please visit the
following website, which will direct you to the Head Start office nearest to you:
http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc/HeadStartOffices
Program Contact Information
You can visit the Missouri Head Start Association at:
http://www.moheadstart.org/
Managing Agency
Head Start Bureau, Department of Health and Human Services
http://www.mo.gov/
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Home heating is a high-cost basic necessity. For people with low incomes, the decision to pay the utility bill may mean deciding
between being warm in the winter or having well-balanced meals. Other low-income people live in older homes that may not have
insulation or efficient heating systems. Weatherization is a long-term response to these problems. A home that has been
weatherized can reduce average annual fuel savings per dwelling by up to 13.5 percent, with electricity at 12.2 percent and natural
gas at 23.4 percent, making it a cost-effective means to help low-income families with their energy bills. Lasting energy-efficient
improvements are installed in the home, resulting in lower utility bills year after year. This reduces the amount of assistance
needed to pay higher utility bills in low-income households.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Missouri, your household's annual income before
taxes must not exceed $16,245 if one person lives in the household; $21,855 if two people live in the household; $27,465 if three
people live in the household; $33,075 if four people live in the household; $38,685 if five people live in the household; $44,295 if six
people live in the household; $49,905 if seven people live in the household; and $55,515 if more than seven people live in the
household. For larger households, add $5,610 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for this program, please contact your local administering agency at the following location:
http://www.dnr.mo.gov/energy/weatherization/wxmap.htm
Program Contact Information
For more information on the program and contacts to your local weatherization agency please visit:
http://dnr.mo.gov/energy/weatherization/wx.htm
You can also call the Missouri Department of Natural Resources toll-free at:
800-361-4827
Or to ask about the Weatherization Assistance Program send e-mail to:
energy@dnr.mo.gov
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Although most anglers prefer fishing in warm-weather months, Missouri offers great fishing in the wintertime, too.
The Lake of the Ozarks features a number of resorts with heated docks and other cold weather amenities popular with winter
anglers who come for crappie, bass and other game fish. A lot of fishing enthusiasts prefer the peace and quiet of winter fishing.
The lake's state parks also attract anglers year-round. Lake of the Ozarks State Park has a boat launch, or you can fish the
crappie beds from the dock. Ha Ha Tonka State Park near Camdenton has two boat docks and allows fishing from marked access
points (but not in Ha Ha Tonka Spring). In addition, numerous bait shops and full-service marinas are located throughout the lake
area.
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DISCLAIMER
JUST A SHORT NOTE TO STATE THAT THE PURPOSE OF THIS PUBLICATION IS TO PASS
PRECIOUS INFORMATION ON TO THOSE OF NEED. OCCASIONALLY, THERE WILL BE ARTICLES
BY OTHER WRITERS.I MAY NOT NECESSARILY AGREE WITH THEIR VIEWPOINTS, HOWEVER,
I DO RESPECT THEM. THANK YOU
Program Description
Unemployment insurance benefits provide temporary financial assistance to workers unemployed through no fault of their own
that meet Missouri's eligibility requirements.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must have worked in Missouri during the past 12 to 18 months, and have earned at
least a minimum amount of wages as determined by our guidelines. You must also be able to work and available for work each
week that you are collecting benefits.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
In order to establish your unemployment insurance claim, you may do so online at:
https://www.ui.labor.mo.gov/som/
For instructions on filing a claim by phone, click on the following URL:
http://www.labor.mo.gov/DES/Claims/faqs_web.asp
For more information, please visit our web site at:
http://www.labor.mo.gov/des/claims/index.asp
Managing Agency
Missouri
http://www.mo.gov/
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The Missouri Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) has two components: Energy Assistance/Regular Heating
(EA) and Energy Crisis Assistance Program (ECIP). EA is designed to provide financial assistance to help pay heating bills for
Missourians during the months of October, November, December, January, February, and March. Eligibility requirements for EA are
based on income, family size, available resources and responsibility for payment of home heating costs. Eligibility for EA may also
qualify individuals for additional financial assistance through ECIP and/or weatherization services funded by LIHEAP.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Missouri, you must need financial assistance for
home energy costs and your household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $14,621 if one person lives in the
household; $19,670 if two people live in the household; $24,719 if three people live in the household; $29,768 if four people live in
the household; $34,817 if five people live in the household; $39,866 if six people live in the household, $44,915 if seven people live in
the household; and $49,964 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $5,049for each additional person in the
home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for this program, contact a caseworkers in the Community Action Agency near you:
http://www.communityaction.org/CAA%20Service%20Areas.aspx
Program Contact Information
To learn more about Missouri LIHEAP, please visit:
http://www.dss.mo.gov/fsd/liheap.htm
Telephone inquiries can be made by calling toll-free at:
800-392-1261
Managing Agency
Missouri
http://www.mo.gov/
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Program Description
Each participating household receives an allotment of food benefits based on the USDA's "Thrifty Food Plan." This allotment is
adjusted annually according to the U. S. Department of Labor's analysis of the cost of food. Missouri Electronic Benefit Transfer
(EBT) is the method by which households receive and use food stamp benefits. Households may use their Missouri EBT card in any
grocery store or retail location anywhere in the United States that has been authorized by the USDA Food and Nutrition Service and
displays the Quest® sign. The benefits may be used to purchase any food or food products prepared for human consumption
except alcoholic beverages and tobacco, hot foods, or foods prepared for immediate consumption. Benefits may also be used to
buy seeds and plants for use in gardens to produce food for the personal consumption of the household. Under certain conditions,
members of the eligible households who are 60 years of age or older may use the benefits to pay for home delivered meals and
other meals prepared for elderly persons. While GovBenefits.gov provides a high-level capability to pre-screen for Food Stamp
benefits in Missouri, you can learn more about how much you may be eligible to receive by using a pre-screening tool for the Food
Stamp Program published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Drug Administration, Food and Nutrition Service.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Missouri and fall into one of two groups: (1) those
with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance (savings and
checking combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a person with a
disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself). For either group, you must also have an annual household income of less
than $13,284 if one person lives in the household; $17,808 if two people live in the household; $22,332 if three people live in the
household; $26,856 if four people live in the household; $31,380 if five people live in the household; $35,904 if six people live in the
household; $40,428 if seven people live in the household; or $44,952 if more than seven people live in the household.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
Anyone may apply for food stamps in Missouri. To apply, complete the food stamp application form and return it to your local
Family Support Division (FSD) office. An application is available on our Web site at:
http://www.dss.mo.gov/fsd/fstamp/pdf/fs1_1006.pdf
Instructions for completing this form are also available on our Web site at:
http://www.dss.mo.gov/fsd/fstamp/pdf/im-31fenglish.pdf
You can return the application in person, by mail or by fax. View address information for FSD county offices at:
http://www.dss.mo.gov/fsd/office/index.htm
An interview must be completed to determine your eligibility for food stamp benefits. The interview can be by phone or in-person.
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Drug Administration, Food and Nutrition Service pre-screening tool:
http://www.snap-step1.usda.gov/fns/
Managing Agency
Missouri
http://www.mo.gov/
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Program Description
The School Breakfast Program provides funding that makes it possible for schools to offer a nutritious breakfast to students each
day. Similarly, the goal of the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) is to protect the health and well-being of the nation's children
by providing nutritious school meals every day. NSLP provides funding that makes it possible for schools to offer a nutritious
school lunch. Schools receive Federal funds for each breakfast and lunch served, provided that the meal meets established
nutrition standards.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Missouri and a parent or primary caregiver
responsible for a child(ren) who attends school (high school or under). Those who qualify must also have an annual household
income before taxes that must not exceed $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household;
$40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household;
$61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919
for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for free or reduced price meals, contact your child's school. A listing of your state's schools can be found here:
http://dese.mo.gov/directory/
Program Contact Information
For information on the Missouri School Breakfast and Lunch program please visit:
http://dese.mo.gov/divadm/food/Programs_Index.html
If you have further questions on these programs, please contact the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
at:
573-751-3526
You can also contact your child's school to find out what meals are served and how to apply for free or reduced price school
meals.
Managing Agency
Missouri
http://www.mo.gov/
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Program Description
Missouri MC+ for Kids, part of the Federal Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), is a health insurance program for
uninsured children of low-income families who do not have access to affordable health insurance.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Missouri, under 19 years of age or be a primary care giver
with a child under the age of 19, not covered by health insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien, or
permanent resident, and you must have an annual household income before taxes of less than $29,140 if two people live in the
household; $36,620 if three people live in the household; $44,100 if four people live in the household; $51,580 if five people live in
the household; $59,060 if six people live in the household; $66,540 if seven people live in the household; $74,020 if eight people live
in the household; and $81,500 if more than eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $7,480 for each additional
person in the home. Depending on your income level, you may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state's
program information for details.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
You can apply for this benefit online at https://dssapp.dss.mo.gov/fmw/mohealth/login.asp or you may print out the application at
http://www.dss.mo.gov/mhk/pdf/886-4367_0108.pdf.
Program Contact Information
To learn more about Missouri MC+ for Kids, please visit:
http://www.dss.mo.gov/mhk/index.htm
For more information on MC+ for Kids, please call (translation services available):
888-275-5908
You may also send an e-mail message to:
mcplus@dss.mo.gov
Managing Agency
Missouri
http://www.mo.gov/
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Program Description
The WIC Program provides supplemental foods, nutrition education and referrals to health care, at no cost, to low-income
pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are determined to be at nutritional risk. To
be fully eligible for the WIC Program, applicants must be determined by a health professional, at no cost, to be at nutritional risk (i.
e., have certain medical-based or diet-based risk conditions).
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Missouri, pregnant, breastfeeding and
postpartum woman, infant or child up to 5 years of age and: (1) are individually determined by a health professional to be at
nutrition risk; and, (2) meet an income standard, or are determined automatically income eligible. A person who participates or has
family members who participate in certain other benefit programs, such as the Food Stamp Program, Medicaid or Temporary
Assistance for Needy Families, automatically meets the income eligibility requirement.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply, set up an appointment at the WIC clinic closest to you:
http://www.dhss.mo.gov/wic/WICAgencies_Map.html
Program Contact Information
Please see the following Web Site for the income standard or maximum income limit for WIC eligibility:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/howtoapply/incomeguidelines.htm
For more information on Missouri WIC, please visit the Missouri Nutrition Health and Services (NHS) at:
http://www.dhss.mo.gov/wic/
If you have questions about the WIC program call Missouri NHS at:
800-835-5465
Managing Agency
Missouri
http://www.mo.gov/
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Program Description
The Special Milk Program (SMP) provides milk to children in schools and non-profit childcare institutions that do not participate in
other Federal child nutrition meal service programs. Schools in the National School Lunch or School Breakfast Programs may also
participate in the SMP to provide milk to children in half-day pre-kindergarten and kindergarten programs where children do not
have access to the school meal programs. The program reimburses institutions for the milk they serve.
General Program Requirements
Any child in a school or institution that participates in the Special Milk Program can get milk. Schools may elect to offer free milk to
low-income children. In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must not exceed $20,036 if one person lives in the household;
$26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household; $40,793 if four people live in the
household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the
household; and $68,469 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the
home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for the Special Milk program, directly contact your child’s school, camp, or child care institution to find out if it participates
in the Special Milk Program.
The Federal agency Child Nutrition Programs manages this program and provides state contact information here:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/Contacts/StateDirectory.htm
Additionally, you can view further information about your state's Special Milk program here:
http://opi.mt.gov/schoolfood/nutritionpgms.html
Program Contact Information
For more information regarding the Montana Special Milk Program on the web, please visit:
http://www.opi.state.mt.us/schoolfood/milk.html
You may also contact your local school district if you have other inquiries regarding the program.
You can also call Christine Emerson of the Montana Office of Public Instruction at:
406-444-2502
Managing Agency
Montana
http://www.discoveringmontana.com
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Program Description
The Head Start program (for children ages 3-5) and Early Head Start program (for pregnant women, infants, and toddlers) promote
school readiness for children in low-income families by providing comprehensive educational, health, nutritional, and social
services. Parents play a large role in the programs, both as primary educators of their children and as participants in
administering the programs locally. Both programs provide pre-literacy and literacy experiences in a multi-cultural environment.
Parents are also provided social services, including assistance with childcare. Services are also available to migrant and
seasonal farm worker families.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Missouri, you must be a parent or primary
caregiver responsible for a child who is too young for public school and your household's annual income before taxes must not
exceed $10,830 if one person lives in the household; $14,570 if two people live in the household; $18,310 if three people live in the
household; $22,050 if four people live in the household; $25,790 if five people live in the household; $29,530 if six people live in the
household; $33,270 if seven people live in the household; $37,010 if eight people live in the household; and $40,750 if more than
eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $3,740 for each additional person in the home.
If you do not meet these criteria, you may still qualify if you are a U.S. national, citizen or permanent resident whose financial status
is low income or very low income, who is under-employed, unemployed or about to become unemployed, facing pregnancy, less
than 19 years of age yourself, or the parent or primary caregiver for children under the age of 19 years. Other qualifications may
apply.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
The Head Start Locator provides a searchable database of Head Start programs. To apply for this program please visit the
following website, which will direct you to the Head Start office nearest to you:
http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc/HeadStartOffices
Program Contact Information
You can visit the Missouri Head Start Association at:
http://www.moheadstart.org/
Managing Agency
Head Start Bureau, Department of Health and Human Services
http://www.mo.gov/
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Home heating is a high-cost basic necessity. For people with low incomes, the decision to pay the utility bill may mean deciding
between being warm in the winter or having well-balanced meals. Other low-income people live in older homes that may not have
insulation or efficient heating systems. Weatherization is a long-term response to these problems. A home that has been
weatherized can reduce average annual fuel savings per dwelling by up to 13.5 percent, with electricity at 12.2 percent and natural
gas at 23.4 percent, making it a cost-effective means to help low-income families with their energy bills. Lasting energy-efficient
improvements are installed in the home, resulting in lower utility bills year after year. This reduces the amount of assistance
needed to pay higher utility bills in low-income households.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Missouri, your household's annual income before
taxes must not exceed $16,245 if one person lives in the household; $21,855 if two people live in the household; $27,465 if three
people live in the household; $33,075 if four people live in the household; $38,685 if five people live in the household; $44,295 if six
people live in the household; $49,905 if seven people live in the household; and $55,515 if more than seven people live in the
household. For larger households, add $5,610 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for this program, please contact your local administering agency at the following location:
http://www.dnr.mo.gov/energy/weatherization/wxmap.htm
Program Contact Information
For more information on the program and contacts to your local weatherization agency please visit:
http://dnr.mo.gov/energy/weatherization/wx.htm
You can also call the Missouri Department of Natural Resources toll-free at:
800-361-4827
Or to ask about the Weatherization Assistance Program send e-mail to:
energy@dnr.mo.gov
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Although most anglers prefer fishing in warm-weather months, Missouri offers great fishing in the wintertime, too.
The Lake of the Ozarks features a number of resorts with heated docks and other cold weather amenities popular with winter
anglers who come for crappie, bass and other game fish. A lot of fishing enthusiasts prefer the peace and quiet of winter fishing.
The lake's state parks also attract anglers year-round. Lake of the Ozarks State Park has a boat launch, or you can fish the
crappie beds from the dock. Ha Ha Tonka State Park near Camdenton has two boat docks and allows fishing from marked access
points (but not in Ha Ha Tonka Spring). In addition, numerous bait shops and full-service marinas are located throughout the lake
area.
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