North Kansas City

Local offices in North Kansas City

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

• Utilities · City office

  North Kansas City Utility Billing

  2010 Howell St, North Kansas City, MO 64116

  Help here

  • Water utility accounts and billsSet up water service or pay a utility bill at City Hall.Apply online
  Call 816-274-6000DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on nkc.org

• Library · City office

  North Kansas City Public Library

  2251 Howell St, North Kansas City, MO 64116

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to use its collections and programs.
  Call 816-221-3360DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on nkcpl.org

• Local office · City office

  North Kansas City City Hall

  2010 Howell St, North Kansas City, MO 64116

  Help here

  • City services and informationContact City Hall for information about city services and offices.Read more
  Call 816-274-6000DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on nkc.org

• Parks and recreation · City office

  North Kansas City Parks & Recreation Center

  1201 Clark Ferguson Drive, North Kansas City, MO 64116

  Help here

  • Recreation programs and activitiesFind recreation programs and activities for people of all ages.Read more
  • Senior programsFind programs for older adults in the Encore senior catalog.Read more
  • Community room rentalsReserve rooms at the center in person for community events.
  Call 816-300-0545DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on nkc.org

City of North Kansas City website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve North Kansas City

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

Offices for all of Clay County

North Kansas City is in Clay County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• State office · State office

  Missouri Family Support Division, Liberty Resource Center

  7000 Liberty Drive, Liberty, MO 64068

  Help here

  • Family assistanceResidents can visit the resource center for help with state family assistance programs.Apply online
  Call 816-407-5800DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dss.mo.gov

• Public health · County office

  Clay County Public Health Center

  800 Haines Drive, Liberty, MO 64068

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe health center provides local health services, including immunizations and testing.
  • WICWIC offers nutrition support and food benefits to eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.
  Call 816-595-4200DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on clayhealth.com

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Clay County Law Library

  James S. Rooney Justice Center, 11 S. Water Street, Liberty, MO 64068

  Help here

  • Legal researchThe public may use the law library to conduct legal research.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on courts.mo.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Mid-America Regional Council Aging and Adult Services

  Help here

  • Aging and adult servicesMARC connects older adults and caregivers in Cass County with meals, in-home help, and other support.
  Call 816-421-4980Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on marc.org

• Emergency help · County office

  Clay County Emergency Management

  11 S. Water Street, Liberty, MO 64068

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness informationThe office shares information to help residents prepare for disasters and emergencies.
  Call 816-407-3730DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on sheriffclayco.org

• Jobs and training · State office

  Kansas City - Northland Clay County Center

  5440 North Oak Trafficway, Kansas City, MO 64118

  Help here

  • Job and workforce servicesThe job center helps residents find work and access workforce services.
  Call 816-468-8767DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on jobs.mo.gov

Everything in Clay County

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.
• GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
• TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
• 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.
• LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.

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