Caldwell County

Local offices in Caldwell County

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

• Public health · County office

  Caldwell County Health Department

  255 W. Main St., Kingston, MO 64650

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet immunizations, health screenings, birth and death certificates, and other local public health services.Read more
  • WICEligible pregnant or postpartum women and families with children under five can get food benefits, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.Read more
  Call 816-586-2311DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on caldwellcountyhealth.com

• Older adults · Regional office

  Young at Heart Resources

  1304 N. Walnut, Cameron, MO 64429

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults and caregivers can get information, benefits counseling, transportation help, and links to local services.Read more
  Call 660-240-9400DirectionsWebsite

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

Caldwell County, Missouri website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Food near you

Food pantries and free meals in Caldwell County, closest to the center of Hamilton first. Hours change, so call first when you can.

• Food pantry

  Kansas City, MO Northland Corps

  The Salvation Army

  49 miles from the center of Hamilton

  5306 N. Oak Trafficway, Kansas City, MO 64118

  Hours

  • Mon1 PM to 4 PM
  • Fri9 AM to 12 PM
  Call 816-452-5663DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on salvationarmyusa.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Northland Food Pantry

  Metro Lutheran Ministry

  49 miles from the center of Hamilton

  1100 NE Vivion Rd., Kansas City, MO 64118

  Hours

  • Mon10 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 3 PM
  • Tue10 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 3 PM
  • Wed10 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 3 PM
  • Thu10 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 3 PM
  • Fri10 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 3 PM

  Who can come: Clay and Platte County residents

  What to bring: First time guests must provide proof of eligibility. Guests may participate once a month.

  Call 816-454-5295DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on mlmkc.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  HOPE.wrx Food Pantry

  HOPE.wrx

  49 miles from the center of Hamilton

  900 NE Vivion Rd., Kansas City, MO 64118

  Hours

  • Mon5 PM to 7 PM
  • Tue3 PM to 5 PM
  • Wed5 PM to 7 PM
  • Thu1 PM to 3 PM
  • Sat9 AM to 11 AM

  Who can come: Clay and Platte County residents

  What to bring: Bring photo ID and proof of residence. Walk-in only. One visit per month.

  Call 816-729-2095DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on hopewrx.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Mimi's Pantry Food Pantry

  Mimi's Pantry

  50 miles from the center of Hamilton

  2255 NW Vivion Road, Riverside, MO 64150

  Hours

  • Mon4 PM to 6 PM
  • Wed10 AM to 12 PM
  • Thu1 PM to 3 PM

  Who can come: Residents of Platte or Clay County, Missouri

  What to bring: By appointment only. Guests may visit once per month.

  Call 816-746-1057DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on mimispantrykc.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  Nourish KC Community Kitchen

  The Prospect KC

  53 miles from the center of Hamilton

  750 Paseo Blvd., Kansas City, MO 64106

  Hours

  • Tue12 PM to 3 PM
  • Wed12 PM to 3 PM
  • Thu12 PM to 3 PM

  Who can come: Anyone who comes through the door

  What to bring: No paperwork

  Call 816-561-8920DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on theprospectkc.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  Hope Feeds

  Hope Faith

  53 miles from the center of Hamilton

  705 Virginia Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64106

  Hours

  • Mon8:30 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 11 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch
  • Tue8:30 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 11 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch
  • Wed8:30 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 11 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch
  • Thu8:30 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 11 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch
  • Fri8:30 AM to 10 AM. Breakfast; 11 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch

  Who can come: Guests

  Call 816-471-4673DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on hopefaith.org, checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Caldwell County

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

Job help near Caldwell County

American Job Centers are free. They help you look for work, write a resume, find training and apply for unemployment benefits. You can ask for an interpreter.

CareerOneStop lists no American Job Center in Caldwell County. These are the closest.

• American Job Center

  Missouri Job Center - Chillicothe

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  25 miles away

  601 W Mohawk Road, Suite A, Chillicothe, MO 64601-3919

  Hours: M-Th 8:00am-4:30pm; Fri 9:00am-4:00pm

  Call 660-646-0671DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on April 13, 2026

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Workforce Development Director Youth Alliance

  Also helps young people

  41 miles away

  5223 Mitchell Ave., St. Joseph, MO 64507

  Hours: Tues- Thurs 8:30am-4:30pm; Monday and Friday closed to the public

  Call (816) 232-0050 ext. 105DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 10, 2026

• American Job Center

  Missouri Career Center - St. Joseph

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  44 miles away

  2202 Frederick Ave., St. Joseph, MO 64506

  Hours: Mon-TH 8:00am-5:00 pm FR 8:00 am-4:00 pm

  Call 816-387-2380DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on March 31, 2026

Job center and program listings from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Checked on October 10, 2026.

Cities and towns in Caldwell County

• Braymer
• Breckenridge
• Cowgill
• Hamilton
• Kidder
• Kingston
• Polo

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