Barton County

Local offices in Barton County

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• State office

  Missouri Family Support Division, Lamar Resource Center

  501 W 13th St, Lamar, MO 64759

  Help here

  • Public assistance applicationsResidents can get help with applications for food, cash, health care, and child care benefits.Apply onlineRead more
  • Child support servicesThe Family Support Division helps parents establish and manage child support services.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 417-682-3531DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dss.mo.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  United Way 211 of Southwest Missouri and Southeast Kansas

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to connect with local help for food, housing, utilities, health care, jobs, child care, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on unitedwaymokan.org

• Public health · County office

  Barton County Health Department

  1301 E 12th St, Lamar, MO 64759

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe department provides immunizations, health screenings, testing, and other public health services.
  • WICWIC offers nutrition help, breastfeeding support, and food benefits to eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five.
  Call 417-682-3363DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bartonmohealth.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Area Agency on Aging Region X

  531 E 15th St, Joplin, MO

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportThe agency connects older adults and caregivers with meals, caregiver help, and other support to stay independent.
  Call 417-781-7562DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on aaaregionx.org

• Emergency help · County office

  Barton County Emergency Management

  1004 Gulf St, Lamar, MO 64759

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and storm informationThe office shares storm warning information and helps residents prepare for emergencies.
  Call 417-682-2201DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on countyofbarton.gov

• Library · County office

  Barton County Library

  Help here

  • Library servicesThe library system provides residents access to library resources and services.
  Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bclib.info

Barton County Government website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Barton County

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Cities and towns in Barton County

• Golden City
• Lamar
• Lamar Heights
• Liberal
• Milford
• Mindenmines

Missouri programs by kind of help

These are run by Missouri and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• HealthCare.gov

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.

  Call 1-800-318-2596
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026