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Crisis and support resources for families in St. Louis

Crisis Services

American Red Cross–Greater St. Louis Region

  • Mission: To mitigate and relieve human suffering in emergencies.
  • Services: Disaster assistance, emergency shelter, health services, and community readiness training.
  • Contact: 314-516-2800
  • Website: redcross.org/local/missouri/greater-st-louis

Crisis Nursery

  • Mission: To ensure a safe environment for children during family emergencies.
  • Services: 24-hour emergency childcare, family support services, and parenting workshops.
  • Contact: 314-768-3201
  • Website: crisisnurserykids.org

Heartland Human Care Services

  • Mission: To deliver social services and assistance to at-risk communities.
  • Services: Housing support, mental health services, youth initiatives, and childcare assistance.
  • Contact: 314-367-7755
  • Website: heartlandhs.org

NAMI St. Louis

  • Mission: To assist families impacted by mental illness through education and advocacy.
  • Services: Support groups, educational resources, and a crisis helpline.
  • Contact: 314-962-4670
  • Website: namistl.org

Safe Connections

  • Mission: To offer support to individuals experiencing domestic violence and sexual assault.
  • Services: 24-hour crisis hotline, counseling, and prevention education.
  • Contact: 314-531-2003
  • Website: safeconnections.org

Child and Family Services

Bethany Christian Services

  • Mission: To assist vulnerable children and families through various services.
  • Services: Adoption services, foster care assistance, and family counseling.
  • Contact: 314-227-2012
  • Website: bethany.org

Boys & Girls Club

  • Mission: To empower youth to achieve their full potential as responsible adults.
  • Services: After-school programming, mentorship, and recreational activities.
  • Contact: 314-335-8000
  • Website: bgcstl.org

Epworth Children & Family Services

  • Mission: To empower youth and families towards self-sufficiency.
  • Services: Residential care, counseling, and educational support.
  • Contact: 314-918-3000
  • Website: epworth.org

Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition

  • Mission: To enhance the lives of children in the foster care and adoption systems.
  • Services: Support for foster and adoptive families, training, and resources.
  • Contact: 314-367-8373
  • Website: foster-adopt.org

Guardian Angel

  • Mission: To create a secure environment for children and families in need.
  • Services: Counseling, family support, and community outreach.
  • Contact: 314-727-7100
  • Website: gasastl.org

Food, Clothing, and Diaper Assistance

Friends of Moms

  • Mission: To assist mothers and families with essential supplies.
  • Services: Distribution of diapers, clothing, and baby necessities.
  • Contact: 314-376-7346
  • Website: chapelofthecross.org/friend-of-moms

Helping Hand-Me-Downs

  • Mission: To provide gently used clothing and essentials to families in need.
  • Services: Clothing distribution and support programs.
  • Contact: 314-550-0122
  • Website: helpinghandmedowns.org

Project Downtown Community Emergency Diaper Closet

  • Mission: To offer emergency diaper assistance for families.
  • Services: Diaper distribution and community outreach efforts.
  • Contact: 314-458-1731
  • Website: pdstl.org

St. Louis Area Diaper Bank

  • Mission: To reduce diaper need for families with infants and toddlers.
  • Services: Distribution of diapers and wipes via community partners and outreach programs.
  • Contact: 314-732-6400
  • Website: stldiaperbank.org

St. Louis Area Foodbank

  • Mission: To provide food to individuals in need through distribution.
  • Services: Food distribution via community partners, mobile food pantry, and nutrition education.
  • Contact: 314-292-6262
  • Website: stlfoodbank.org

Health and Educational Services

Better Family Life

  • Mission: To enhance the quality of life in underprivileged communities through education.
  • Services: Family support, financial literacy programs, and community development initiatives.
  • Contact: 314-367-3440
  • Website: betterfamilylife.org

Child Care Aware of Missouri

  • Mission: To ensure access to high-quality childcare for every child in Missouri.
  • Services: Childcare referrals, provider training, and resources for families.
  • Contact: 866-892-3228
  • Website: childcareaware.org

Family Care Health Centers

  • Mission: To deliver accessible, high-quality healthcare to underserved populations in St. Louis.
  • Services: Medical and dental services, behavioral health, prenatal and postnatal care, and health insurance support.
  • Contact: 314-367-5820
  • Website: familycarehealthcenters.org

Family Forward Parenting Education

  • Mission: To equip parents with skills and resources to nurture their children.
  • Services: Parenting classes, support groups, and family resources.
  • Contact: 314-244-1910
  • Website: familyforwardmo.org

Head Start (Urban League)

  • Mission: To foster school readiness in low-income families.
  • Services: Early childhood education, health, and nutrition services.
  • Contact: 314-615-3600
  • Website: ulstl.com/head-start

Nurses for Newborns

  • Mission: To provide at-home nursing care for newborns and their families.
  • Services: Health assessments, education, and support for new parents.
  • Contact: 314-768-1000
  • Website: nursesfornewborns.org

Parents as Teachers

  • Mission: To support optimal early development, learning, and health of children by engaging parents and caregivers.
  • Services: Early education services and evidence-based home visits.
  • Contact: 314-432-4330
  • Website: parentsasteachers.org

Raising St. Louis

  • Mission: To enhance the welfare of families and children through advocacy and education.
  • Services: Parenting programs, family support, and educational workshops.
  • Contact: 314-356-2460
  • Website: raisingstl.org

General Support and Resources

Midtown Community Services

  • Mission: To empower families in the Midtown area with resources and support.
  • Services: Community outreach, education, and assistance with basic needs.
  • Contact: 314-773-2699
  • Website: midtownstl.org

The Salvation Army St. Louis

  • Mission: To serve those in need without discrimination.
  • Services: Emergency shelter, food assistance, case management, and youth programs.
  • Contact: 314-646-3000
  • Website: centralusa.salvationarmy.org/midland

Youth In Need

  • Mission: To assist children and families in crisis to secure brighter futures.
  • Services: Emergency shelter, counseling, and youth development programs.
  • Contact: 636-946-3771
  • Website: youthinneed.org

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