Local, State, and National Resources

Catholic Charities and the Diocese of Jefferson City are committed to keeping you informed and aware during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Live Updates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

For up to date information on Coronavirus (COVID-19), including How to Protect Yourself and how to respond If You Think You Are Sick, please bookmard the Centers for Disase Control and Prevention Website: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html

Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services has initiated a 24 hour hotline for residents concerned about Coronavirus: 877-435-8411.

The Department has also created a COVID-19 website with up to date state information, as well as guidelines for travelers, health care providers, and other useful information: https://health.mo.gov/living/healthcondiseases/communicable/novel-coronavirus/

County Public Health Agencies

Contact information for your county public health agency can be found here: Local Public Health Agencies - Missouri

Hospitals and Clinics

Find your nearest hospital or community health center: Interactive Map of Medical Facilites 

Food Pantries

Feeding Missouri's interactive map allows you to locate the food pantry closest to your location: Food Pantry Map

United Way 2-1-1

Many issues that challenge individuals, families, and communities can be exacerbated during times of crisis.  United Way's 2-1-1 system serves as a clearinghouse for resources that can support you during this crisis.

211 can be accessed by phone or computer. A toll-free call to 211 connects you to a community resource specialist in your area who can put you in touch with local organizations that provide critical services that can improve—and save—lives.

You’ll find information about: 

• supplemental food and nutrition programs
• shelter and housing options and utilities assistance
• emergency information and disaster relief
• employment and education opportunities
• services for veterans
• health care, vaccination and health epidemic information
• addiction prevention and rehabilitation programs
• reentry help for ex-offenders
• support groups for individuals with mental illnesses or special needs
• a safe, confidential path out of physical and/or emotional domestic abuse

2-1-1 Missouri Website: https://mo2-1-1.bowmansystems.com/