The Council of Churches of the Ozarks provides services through nine outreaches for vulnerable children, families, seniors and adults. We are a faith-based organization made up of member churches, businesses and individuals that come together to respond to community issues primarily around poverty including hunger, homelessness and education. Our vision is simple – to inspire hope through compassion and acceptance. Read more...

We are a non-profit faith-based agency that seeks to improve the lives of the vulnerable by providing quality, compassionate social services, which meet local needs. Read more...

About 1 in 5 of adults over 55 years of age experience a mental health concern and many of these adults don’t receive the emotional and social support they need. Join the movement and become a trained Senior Peer Supporter. Learn about mental health and how you can support your peers. A Senior Peer Supporter offers support, bonds with other Read more...

Community Outreach Ministries is a faith based 501c3 that exists to alleviate hunger and poverty in Polk County by mobilizing the local community to provide emergency assistance to families and to equip clients with skills for long term success. We operate a food pantry, recycling program, case management program, thrift store, and also serve as a Service Extension of the Read more...

From meeting immediate needs of hunger and shelter to executing programs and social enterprises that provide sustainable opportunities of personal growth, we are on a mission of “victory” for all who call the Springfield area home. Read more...

SeniorAge is your aging expert, offering guidance and answers through the many stages of aging. We provide programs and services to seniors 60+ and their families that assist them in staying independent and in their homes for as long as they can safely do so . We connect seniors to resources in their own communities that are essential in helping Read more...

Our program advocates for the rights of those residents living in long-term care homes by making sure their rights are met by empowering them to speak for themselves and helping to resolve complaints/concerns through involvement of all parties involved. We welcome all support from the local to the federal level and wish to reassure all residents that our goal is Read more...

Connections Handyman Service offers numerous and diverse opportunities to serve! Individuals skilled in plumbing, carpentry, and other home repair specialties are needed. Groups (youth included!) are always needed for large projects like ramp building and walker step installations. All projects are overseen by professional contractors with years of experience. Providing essential home repairs for low income seniors and disabled homeowners Read more...

As an alternative to institutionalization, Daybreak has the advantage of returning clients to their homes after providing day care by a professional staff. Daybreak is less expensive than 24-hour institutional care and clients are safe, comfortable and have the opportunity to interact with others. They benefit from challenging, healthy and stimulating activities such as music programs, field trips, life skills Read more...

If you are ready to make an impact in your community and aged 55+, consider volunteering in one of our 4 programs! Pre-K Pals is looking for volunteers to interact with preschoolers during the school year for at least 2 hours per week to help them to be socially and emotionally ready for Kindergarten! Reading Buddies is looking for volunteers Read more...