Resources & Support
A directory of agencies, programs, and resources available to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in Lawrence County.
Crisis Resources
If you or someone you know needs immediate help, contact one of these resources.
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free and confidential support for people in distress, 24/7.
Child Abuse & Neglect
Report child abuse or neglect through Missouri DSS.
Abuse of Elderly & Disabled
Report abuse of elderly or disabled individuals through Missouri DSS.
Mental Health Crisis (Clark CMH)
Clark Community Mental Health Center 24-hour crisis hotline.
Acumen Fiscal Agent — Springfield/Joplin
Phone: 417-242-1309
Customer Service: 866-414-2541
Email: Enrollment@Acumen2.net
Fax: 866-496-4577
Website: acumenfiscalagent.com/missouri/
Self-Directed Fiscal Management
The Self-Directed Services program allows individuals to manage their own care. Acumen Fiscal Agent handles the fiscal management side of the program in Missouri.
Training Resources
Agency Contact Directory
Local and regional agencies serving individuals with developmental disabilities in Lawrence County and Southwest Missouri.
Lawrence County Department of Social Services
Phone: 417-678-1228
1419 E. Church St., Aurora, MO 65605
Missouri Assistive Technology
Voice: 800-647-8557 (in-state)
TTY: 800-647-8558
Email: info@mo-at.org
Missouri Association of County DD Services (MACDDS)
Phone: 573-442-5599
Email: ShowinskyR@macddsoffice.org
Missouri Department of Mental Health (DMH)
Joplin Regional Office: 417-629-3020
Springfield Regional Office: 417-895-7400
Missouri Vocational Rehabilitation
1735 W. Catalpa, Suite C, Springfield, MO 65807
Phone: 417-895-5720
Toll Free: 1-877-222-8967
Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT) — Logisticare
For MO HealthNet participants needing transportation to medical appointments. Call 5 calendar days before your appointment.
Reservations: 866-269-5927
OATS Transit (Transportation)
Southwest Region: 417-887-9272
Toll Free: 1-800-770-6287
Email: jrobinson@oatstransit.org
Senior & Disability Services (DSDS)
Call Center: 1-866-835-3505
Springfield Area Evaluation Team: 417-895-6455
Social Security Administration
Phone: 1-800-772-1213
1570 W. Battlefield Rd, STE 100, Springfield, MO 65807
DMH StationMD Notice:
For information on how to access and use the StationMD service, visit dmh.mo.gov/dev-disabilities/stationMD or stationmd.com/modmh/.
Barry-Lawrence County Regional Library
Helpful books about developmental disabilities and related topics are available at the local library.