Community Action Agency of St. Louis County, Inc.

Description

Provides air conditioner units.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm

Required Documents

- Photo ID for the head of household - Proof of residency (Must be living in St. Louis County) - Social Security Cards for all Household members - Proof of Income for the prior month for all household members with income

Eligibility

- Seniors age 60 years and older - Individuals who are physically disabled with documentation - Must have no working air conditioning in the house

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call (314) 446-4436 To Apply

Languages

- English - Spanish

Service Area

St. Louis County in Missouri

Geography Served

Description

Drug and Alcohol Educational Classes: Focus on legal aspects of chemical usage, disease concepts of alcohol and drug abuse, stress management, and the physiological and psychological consequences of drug and/or alcohol use.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm

Required Documents

- Photo ID for the head of household - Proof of residency (Must be living in St. Louis County) - Social Security Cards for all Household members - Proof of Income

Eligibility

- Not a Treatment Program - Drug and alcohol related issues - Income guidelines exist

Fees

- Sliding Fee Scale - Call For Details

Intake Procedure

Call (314) 446-4415 for assistance

Languages

English

Service Area

St. Louis County in Missouri

Geography Served

Description

- Anger Management: Offers a 12 session anger management program modeled after a cognitive behavioral approach designed by the US Department of Health and Human Services. These classes provide personal insight into aggressive behavior and give people tools to implement effective methods of addressing and managing anger. - Women's Anger Management Educational Classes: Provides an eight-session anger management program which provides personal insight into aggressive behavior and implement effective methods of addressing and managing anger. A certificate is issued upon completion.

Hours

Call For Days/Hours

Required Documents

- Photo ID for the head of household - Proof of residency - Social Security Cards for all Household members - Proof of Income

Eligibility

Anyone dealing with managing their anger

Fees

- Sliding Fee Scale - Call For Details

Intake Procedure

Call (314) 446-4415 To Apply

Languages

English

Service Area

St. Louis County in Missouri

Geography Served

Description

Case Managers will explore areas with the participant include employment and education, budgeting, nutrition, household management, parenting, personal growth and development, literacy guidance, and referrals to other community resources as needed in order to move the client towards self-sufficiency.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm

Required Documents

- Photo ID for the head of household - Proof of residency (Must be living in St. Louis County) - Social Security Cards for all Household members - Proof of Income

Eligibility

Income Guidelines Apply

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call Or Apply In Person

Languages

- English - Spanish

Service Area

St. Louis County in Missouri

Geography Served

Description

Helping individuals and families enroll in a health insurance plan through the Affordable Care Act.

Hours

- Mon, Wed and Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm (November 1st to December 15th) - Tue and Thu - 8:00am to 7:30pm (November 1st to December 15th)

Required Documents

- Email address - Basic household information (Birthday and Social Security numbers of everyone that is applying and an estimate of what will be pre-tax household income in 2019 - Recommended to bring recent pay stubs or if self-employed bring a self-employment ledger

Eligibility

Uninsured or underinsured individuals

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call To Schedule An Appointment

Languages

English

Service Area

- Tue and Thu - 8:00am to 7:30pm (November 1st to December 15th) St. Louis County in Missouri

Geography Served

Description

Administers various programs on community levels to assist low-income people out of poverty conditions.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm

Required Documents

- Photo ID for the head of household - Proof of residency (Must be living in St. Louis County)

Eligibility

- Income Guidelines Apply - Disabled individuals - Elderly individuals

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call Or Apply In Person

Languages

- English - Spanish

Service Area

St. Louis County in Missouri (except Wellston)

Geography Served

Description

Drug and Alcohol Educational Classes: Focus on legal aspects of chemical usage, disease concepts of alcohol and drug abuse, stress management, and the physiological and psychological consequences of drug and/or alcohol use.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm

Required Documents

- Photo ID for the head of household - Proof of residency - Social Security Cards for all Household members - Proof of Income

Eligibility

- Not a Drug Treatment Program - Drug and alcohol related issues - Income guidelines exist

Fees

- Sliding Fee Scale - Call For Details

Intake Procedure

Call (314) 446-4415 for assistance

Languages

English

Service Area

St. Louis County in Missouri

Geography Served

Description

LIHEAP: - Accepting applications for disabled and elderly. (no pledges will be made until November 1st) - Accepting applications for the general public starting November 1st-March 31st or until funds are depleted, (no pledges will be made until December 1st) OTHER FUNDING SOURCE Provides payments toward electric bills.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm

Required Documents

- Proof of household income from previous month (IF paid four times a month, need all four check stubs. If receive child support, need the stubs from the previous month. IF receive unemployment, need the stubs from the previous month. IF self or any member of household receives social security/TANF, MUST have CURRENT award letter stating benefit amount - Social security documentation for all household members over one year of age. IF do not have social security cards, MUST have something official listing each household members social security number, such as tax papers, a print out from the social security office, check stubs, etc. - Photo identification for the head of the household - Proof of residency (documentation establishing a St. Louis County, Missouri resident) - May require a disconnect notice (depending on funding source requirements)

Eligibility

- Most funding sources require household income to not exceed 135% of poverty guidelines - If a household resident is age 60 years and older the income cannot exceed 150% of poverty guidelines

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

- Visit Website to apply at www.caastlc.org/ - Call (314) 446-4420 To Apply - Disconnect Notice is NOT Required; might be eligible for assistance

Languages

- English - Spanish

Service Area

St. Louis County in Missouri (except Wellston)

Geography Served

Description

Prisoner Reentry Program: Individuals enrolled in program will receive an intake to assess their needs, case manager will assist with both internal and external referrals to help meet those needs, and individuals receive incentives and free materials to help with their transition throughout the program. Makin' It Work: Curriculum is taught to offenders in the St. Louis County Justice Center, the program deals with various issues including anger management, thinking traps, employer expectations and conflict resolution. Upon release, clients are referred to take advantage of CAASTLC's anger management, drug counseling, employment readiness programs, and counseling services at the agency.

Hours

Mon, Wed and Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm

Required Documents

- Photo ID for the head of household - Proof of residency - Social Security Cards for all Household members - Proof of Income

Eligibility

Offenders and ex-offenders

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call (314) 446-4415 to apply

Languages

English

Service Area

St. Louis County in Missouri

Geography Served

Description

Acts as a warming center, providing a warm place for people to go during the day during extremely cold weather.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm

Required Documents

No Documentation Required

Eligibility

No Restrictions

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Come In Person For Service

Languages

English

Service Area

St. Louis County in Missouri

Geography Served

Description

Provides a cooling site during extreme heat advisory

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm

Required Documents

No Documentation Required

Eligibility

No Restrictions

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Come In Person For Service

Languages

English

Service Area

St. Louis County in Missouri

Geography Served

Description

Fresh, affordable, organic fruits and vegetables produce are available at agency Seeds of Hope Farm Stand.

Hours

Call for hours

Required Documents

No Documentation Required

Eligibility

Call for details

Fees

- Fees charged for produce purchased - Low-income farm members, produce is charges half-price

Intake Procedure

Call (314) 475-0553 or Email jwilliams@caastlc.org

Languages

English

Service Area

St. Louis City/County in Missouri

Geography Served

Description

Provides a drive through food pantry including shelf stable, pre packaged food.

Hours

- Tue and Thu - 9:00am to 12:00pm - Wed - 9:00am to 12:00pm (July - Sept) - Wed - 1:00pm to 4:00pm (Oct - June)

Required Documents

- Photo ID for the head of household - Proof of residency (Must be living in St. Louis County) - Social Security Cards for all Household members - Proof of Income

Eligibility

- Open to all income eligible residents - Must resident in St. Louis County in Missouri

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call (314) 446-4467 To Schedule An Appointment

Languages

English

Service Area

St. Louis County in Missouri

Geography Served

Description

The Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Program of Seeds of Hope Farm Project: Puts fresh, healthy foods in the hands of low-income families. Qualifying families can join the CSA and receive organically grown fruits and vegetables at a reduced rate, or in exchange for volunteering at the farm.

Hours

- Mon, Wed and Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm - Tue and Thu - 8:00am to 7:30pm

Required Documents

Call For Details

Eligibility

Low-income families

Fees

Call For Details

Intake Procedure

Call To Apply

Languages

English

Service Area

St. Louis County in Missouri

Geography Served

Description

LIHEAP: - Accepting applications for disabled and elderly. Pledges will made starting November 1st - Accepting applications for the general public starting November 1 - March 31st or until funds are depleted, (no pledges will be made until December 1) OTHER FUNDING SOURCE Provides payments toward gas bills.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm

Required Documents

- Proof of household income from previous month (IF paid four times a month, need all four check stubs. If receive child support, need the stubs from the previous month. IF receive unemployment, need the stubs from the previous month. IF self or any member of household receives social security/TANF, MUST have CURRENT award letter stating benefit amount - Social security documentation for all household members over one year of age. IF do not have social security cards, MUST have something official listing each household members social security number, such as tax papers, a print out from the social security office, check stubs, etc. - Photo identification for the head of the household - Proof of residency (documentation establishing a St. Louis County, Missouri resident) - May require a disconnect notice (depending on funding source requirements)

Eligibility

- Most funding sources require household income to not exceed 135% of poverty guidelines - If a household resident is age 60 years and older the income cannot exceed 150% of poverty guidelines - Disconnect Notice is NOT Required; might be eligible for assistance

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

- Call (314) 446-4420 To Apply - Disconnect Notice is NOT Required; might be eligible for assistance

Languages

- English - Spanish

Service Area

St. Louis County in Missouri (except Wellston)

Geography Served

Description

LIHEAP: - Accepting applications for disabled and elderly starting October 1, (no pledges will be made until November 1) - Accepting applications for the general public starting November 1- May 31 or until funds are depleted, (no pledges will be made until December 1) OTHER FUNDING SOURCE Provides payments toward propane/wood bills.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm

Required Documents

- Proof of household income from previous month (IF paid four times a month, need all four check stubs. If receive child support, need the stubs from the previous month. IF receive unemployment, need the stubs from the previous month. IF self or any member of household receives social security/TANF, MUST have CURRENT award letter stating benefit amount - Social security documentation for all household members over one year of age. IF do not have social security cards, MUST have something official listing each household members social security number, such as tax papers, a print out from the social security office, check stubs, etc. - Photo identification for the head of the household - Proof of residency (documentation establishing a St. Louis County, Missouri resident) - May require a disconnect notice (depending on funding source requirements)

Eligibility

- Most funding sources require household income to not exceed 200% of poverty guidelines - No disconnect notice is required for the one time payment assistance for the primary heat source - If there is a disconnect notice, they might be eligible for winter crisis funds - If a household resident is age 60 years and older the income cannot exceed 150% of poverty guidelines

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

- New applicants can go to www.caastlc.org for application, eligibility requirements and instructions or pick one up - Complete application, mail it in, or return it to the office - Applications will be automatically mailed to last year's recipients of funds

Languages

- English - Spanish

Service Area

St. Louis County in Missouri (except Wellston)

Geography Served

Description

Students enrolled in this program receive HiSET (High School Equivalency Test-GED) preparation, job readiness, life skills classes, case management and financial literacy.

Hours

Mon, Wed and Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm

Required Documents

- Photo ID for the head of household - Proof of residency (Must be living in St. Louis County) - Social Security Cards for all Household members - Proof of Income

Eligibility

At-risk youth ages 17-24 years old

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

For more information contact Latavia Mangan at (314) 446-4479 or lmangan@caastlc.org

Languages

English

Service Area

St. Louis County in Missouri

Geography Served

Description

Down payment financial assistance for first time home buyers available to those who qualify and purchase a home.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm

Required Documents

- Photo ID for the head of household - Proof of residency (Must be living in St. Louis County) - Social Security Cards for all Household members - Proof of Income

Eligibility

- Must complete home buyer education and one-on-one counseling with a Homeownership Ready status - Must have at least $1,000 of own funds - Household income must not exceed 80% median income - Must secure a fixed rate mortgage on the purchased home

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call (314) 446-4429 for assistance

Languages

English

Service Area

St. Louis County and St. Charles County in Missouri

Geography Served

Description

Immigrant Case Management: designed to help immigrants build their life by providing support from the first steps of meeting basic needs such as food, finding affordable housing, and navigating the legal processes to achieving educational and career goals.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm

Required Documents

Call (314) 446-4448 For Details

Eligibility

Immigrants

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call (314) 446-4448 To Apply

Languages

English

Service Area

St. Louis County in Missouri

Geography Served

Description

Individual Development Accounts: Participant opens a savings account, then deposits at least $10 per month into the account. Those dollars are then matched based on the specific program the individual enrolls in, up to $2,000 per year. CAASTLC matches every $1 deposited with either $1 or $2 for the next two years.

Hours

Mon, Wed and Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm

Required Documents

- Photo ID for the head of household - Proof of residency (Must be living in St. Louis County) - Social Security Cards for all Household members - Proof of Income

Eligibility

- Participants must be in the program for at least 6 months and complete class requirements before being eligible for matching funds - Income Guidelines Apply

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call (314) 446-4429 to apply

Languages

English

Service Area

St. Louis County and St. Charles County in Missouri

Geography Served

Description

Employment Development: Provides job readiness classes covering topics such as resume, writing, interviewing techniques, personal finance, time management, completing an employment application, work place survival skills and community involvement. In addition, job seekers who complete a job readiness class are eligible for the Job Placement Program which provides resources and placements for individuals seeking employment.

Hours

- Mon, Wed and Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm - Tue and Thu - 8:00am to 7:30pm

Required Documents

- Social Security Card - Proof of Income - Proof of Residence - Picture ID

Eligibility

Income Guidelines Apply

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call (314) 446-4416 for more details and appointment

Languages

English

Service Area

St. Louis County in Missouri

Geography Served

Description

Step Up to Leadership: The curriculum is designed to help participants understand board responsibilities, parliamentary procedures, and how to run a committee meeting, speak in public (tips and practice), how to build strong relationships with others and understand their own and others frame of mind on issues.

Hours

Mon, Wed and Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm

Required Documents

- Photo ID for the head of household - Proof of residency (Must be living in St. Louis County) - Social Security Cards for all Household members - Proof of Income

Eligibility

- Curriculum is written for adults, but CAASTL also offers youth sessions from time to time - Must be willing to commit to all 12 sessions - Income Guidelines Apply

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call (314) 446-4479 to apply

Languages

English

Service Area

St. Louis County in Missouri

Geography Served

Description

Offers classes to help people achieve their potential through education and training. There are several self-improvement classes for a participant to enroll in including energy conservation, nutrition with meal planning, budgeting, home management and maintenance, job readiness, parenting and child development, womens issues of abuse, family literacy and communication skills.

Hours

Mon, Wed and Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm

Required Documents

- Photo ID for the head of household - Proof of residency (Must be living in St. Louis County) - Social Security Cards for all Household members - Proof of Income

Eligibility

Income guidelines apply

Fees

No fees

Intake Procedure

Call Or Apply In Person

Languages

English

Service Area

St. Louis County in Missouri

Geography Served

Description

Community Resource Fair offers free school supplies, food, workshops, immunizations and children's activities at North County Recreation Center at 2577 Redman Avenue, 63136

Hours

Call for hours

Required Documents

Proof of Residence

Eligibility

Must be in a St. Louis County School District

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Come In Person For Service

Languages

- English - Spanish

Service Area

St. Louis County in Missouri

Geography Served

Description

Assists with sewer payments.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm

Required Documents

- Photo ID for the head of household - Proof of residency (Must be living in St. Louis County) - Social Security Cards for all Household members - Proof of Income

Eligibility

- Household income may not exceed 200% of the federal poverty guidelines - Income Guidelines Apply

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call To Apply

Languages

English

Service Area

St. Louis County in Missouri

Geography Served

Description

LIHWAP: a onetime assistance with a water bill. Those who received LIHWAP assistance since October 2023, are not eligible again. This program will pay up to $750 for water and sewer combined if both bills are submitted at the same time. H2O program: assists with a maximum of $200 for individuals with a disconnect notice. This is for water bills only and customers can apply 1 time a year

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm

Required Documents

- Proof of Residence - Photo ID - Proof of Income - Disconnect notice or proof of water being turned off

Eligibility

- Any Missouri American Water customer must have a current disconnect notice or water must be off to apply - Household income may not exceed 125% of the federal poverty guidelines - Income Guidelines Apply - Must be an American Water customer

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call To Apply

Languages

English

Service Area

St. Louis County in Missouri

Geography Served

Description

Weatherization Assistance Program: Designed to reduce the impact of high home energy costs for low-income residents by implementing energy-efficient measures that may include reducing air infiltration, installing insulation, heating system replacement, water heater tank upgrade and minimal building envelope repairs. Professional, bonded and insured contractors perform the actual services.

Hours

Mon, Wed and Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm

Required Documents

- Proof of household income received over previous twelve months - Social Security documentation for all household members - Photo identification for the head of household - Proof of residency (Must be living in St. Louis County) - Proof of homeownership or landlord's approval for renters

Eligibility

- Income within 200% of the poverty level - No dwelling may be weatherized more than once, except those weatherized prior to September 30, 1993 - With owner approval, low-income renters as well as homeowners are eligible

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call (314) 446-4440 for assistance

Languages

- English - Spanish

Service Area

St. Louis County in Missouri (except Wellston)

Geography Served

Description

Youth Development Program (e.g. Youth Case Management): Offers classroom presentations, one-on-one mentoring, family meetings, school communication, home visits (as needed), discuss peer pressure, relationships, and positive communication skills.

Hours

Mon, Wed and Fri - 8:00am to 5:00pm

Required Documents

Parent/guardian must provide: - Proof of Income - Photo ID

Eligibility

- Youth ages 13-18 years old - Income guidelines apply

Fees

No fees

Intake Procedure

Referrals generally come from school principals, teachers, counselors, and police officers, feel free to contact agency for more information at (314) 446-4441

Languages

English

Service Area

St. Louis County in Missouri

Geography Served