May 29, 2025: OACAC's Family Planning clinic will be closed Monday, June 2 - Friday, June 6. The clinic will reopen on Monday, June 9. Call (417) 864-3410 to schedule an appointment or visit https://oac.ac/family-planning/ for information. ...

We thank Peggy for telling her story below. It's one of resilience, and we are happy to be a small part of her big success. It all started two years ago. I was in an abusive situation that wasn’t getting better, I thought I could handle...

We’re grateful to Ozarks Food Harvest for their generous support in helping our CSBG Dade County Neighborhood Center purchase a new refrigerator and freezer for our food programs. This upgrade means fresh food, quality service, and a stronger response to the needs of our community....

In the heart of a small town, there was a program that changed lives—The Head Start Program. For many, it was just a name, but for me, it was a lifeline. I still remember my own childhood filled with vibrant colors, laughter, and the warmth...

OACAC offices and centers will be closed on Monday, May 26, 2025 in observance of Memorial Day. We honor the brave who gave all for our freedom. Information and applications can be found at www.oac.ac. ...

May 23, 2025: The Patient Empowerment Project (PEP) is a transformative advocacy cohort designed to equip individuals with the tools, knowledge, and support needed to become powerful advocates for healthcare change. Participants will receive comprehensive advocacy training, personalized one-on-one support, and the unique opportunity to...

Thanks to our friends at The Crackerjack Shack, we're doing another print run of our OACAC Family Planning t-shirts which are available in adult sizes small - 4XL. We're accepting orders now through May 28, 2025. Click here to order. Thanks! ...

📣 Calling all businesses, organizations, and volunteers! We're looking for sponsors, giveaways, and vendors for our 24th Annual CSBG Barry County Neighborhood Center Back to School Estravaganza, happening this August. This event equips students in grades PreK-12 with the supplies they need to start the...

May 2025: We are grateful to Ozarks Food Harvest for selecting our Dade County Neighborhood Center as a recipient of an FY25 Strengthening Our Network Grant. This funding helps us expand food access in Dade County, Missouri.            ...

A Journey of Growth and Transformation with OACAC Head Start by Angie Presley OACAC Head Start has been a beacon of hope and a pillar of support for my family and me. We are a blended family, and I am a mother of 3 children and...