DO YOU NEED ASSISTANCE WITH EMERGENCY OR NON-EMERGENCY NEEDS?
OACAC offers the following services at our Neighborhood Centers:
Case Management
Emergency Assistance
School Readiness Fairs
Life Skills Classes
Community Projects
Case Management
Are you looking for help on your path to self-sufficiency?
This program helps you achieve long-term education and employment goals, such as completing your GED.
Upon entering Case Management, you will work one-on-one with a Family Resource Specialist to identify strengths and create a plan to help you achieve your goals and move toward self-sufficiency.
CLASSES
Life Skills Classes
At OACAC, we want you to succeed. We offer a variety of classes throughout the year aimed at helping you overcome obstacles resulting from poverty. Workshops cover a variety of topics:
- Finding and keeping a job
- Budgeting
- Money management
- Nutrition
- Health management
- Parenting skills
SCHEDULE
| Description | Date | Time | Location | Contact | More Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Love & Logic | July 25, August 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 | 10am - Noon | Lawrence County Neighborhood Center | (417) 678-5031 | Six part series teaching parenting skills for parents with children of all ages. Free for income eligible families, $25 otherwise. Pre-registration required. No childcare provided. |
| Love & Logic | August 15, 22, 29, September 5, 12, 19 | 1pm - 3pm | Barry County Neighborhood Center | (417) 847-2140 | Six part series teaching parenting skills for parents with children of all ages. Free for income eligible families, $25 otherwise. Pre-registration required. No childcare provided. |
| Budgeting 101 | August 16 | 1pm - 3pm | Lawrence County Neighborhood Center | (417) 678-5031 | Learn easy, manageable budgeting basics. Pre-registration required. No childcare provided. |
| Budgeting/Landlord Tenant Law | August 16 | 1pm - 4pm | Taney County Neighborhood Center | (417) 239-1882 | Presented by the Jen Mylenbusch. Pre-registration required, no childcare provided. |
| Missouri Landlord-Tenant Laws | August 28 | 1pm - 4pm | Christian County Neighborhood Center | (417) 581-7631 | Presented by Joe Hills of Legal Services of Southern Missouri. Learn your rights and responsibilities as a renter. Pre-registration required. No childcare provided. |
| Summer food safety | August 28 | 1pm - 3pm | Cassville United Methodist Church, 601 Gravel St. in Cassville | (417) 847-2140 | Learn to prepare, serve and store food when camping, grilling, and picnicking. Pre-registration required. No childcare provided. |
| Healthy after school snacking | August 29 | 1pm - 3pm | Stone County Neighborhood Center | (417) 739-1130 | Presented by OACAC and Amanda McCormick of University of Missouri Extension. Tips on shopping and preparation. Pre-registration required, no childcare provided. |
| Budgeting for rent | September 5 | 9am - 11am | Polk County Community Center | (417) 326-6276 | Goal setting, budgeting, setting priorities, and more. Pre-registration required. No childcare provided. |
| Healthy Homes | September 5 | 2pm - 4pm | Greene County Center | (417) 447-0554 | Presented in collaboration with The Northwest Project, this class will review pest prevention, getting deposits back, green cleaning, healthy food preparation & storage, decluttering, pet care, and child safety. Pre-registration required, no childcare provided. |
| Avoiding Identity Theft | September 11 | 9am - 11am | Webster County Neighborhood Center | (417) 859-4589 | Presented by Sarah Lowe of Bear State Bank. Learn how to keep your information secure and avoid scams. Pre-registration required, no childcare provided. Door prizes! |
| Missouri Landlord-Tenant Laws | September 11 | 9am - Noon | Christian County Neighborhood Center | (417) 581-7631 | Learn your rights and responsibilities as a renter. Pre-registration required. No childcare provided. |
| Fire Safety & Prevention | September 12 | 1:30pm - 3:30pm | Greene County Center | (417) 447-0554 | Presented by the Springfield Fire Department. Pre-registration required, no childcare provided. |
| Energy Savers | September 13 | 12:30pm - 2:30pm | Lawrence County Neighborhood Center | (417) 678-5031 | Learn practical strategies and tips to save money on energy needs. Pre-registration required. No childcare provided. |
| Part 1: Couponing and Meal Planning Part 2: Food Budgeting Techniques | September 18 (part 1) September 20 (part 2) | 9am - 11am | Lawrence County Neighborhood Center | (417) 678-5031 | In partnership with Home State Health. Two part class - attendance in both classes required. In part 2, a trip to Walmart will occur - everyone responsible for their own transportation. Meet at OACAC first. Pre-registration required. No childcare provided. |
| Understanding Health Insurance Options & Benefits | September 18 | 9am - 11am | Webster County Neighborhood Center | (417) 859-4589 | Presented by Becky Whiteford of Fordland Clinic and kate Conn of Cox Health. Gain a better understanding of health insurance. Pre-registration required, no childcare provided. Door prizes. |
| Budgeting for rent | September 19 | 9am - 11am | Polk County Community Center | (417) 326-6276 | Goal setting, budgeting, setting priorities, and more. Pre-registration required. No childcare provided. |
| Missouri Landlord-Tenant Laws | September 25 | 1pm - 4pm | Christian County Neighborhood Center | (417) 581-7631 | Presented by Joe Hills of Legal Services of Southern Missouri. Learn your rights and responsibilities as a renter. Pre-registration required. No childcare provided. |
CONTACT
Where Can You Find a Neighborhood Center?
For more information, please contact the OACAC Neighborhood Center in your county: