Clever

Local offices in Clever

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

• Local office · Nonprofit

  Missouri 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 or search online to find local help with food, housing, bills, health care, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on search.211helps.org

• Utilities · City office

  Clever City Utilities

  304 S. Clarke Ave, Clever, MO 65631

  Help here

  • Water and sewer service and utility billsResidents can contact the city about water and sewer service, utility bills, and bill payments.Apply online
  Call 417-743-2544DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on clevermo.gov

• Local office · City office

  Clever City Hall

  304 S. Clarke Ave, Clever, MO 65631

  Help here

  • City Clerk and public recordsContact the City Clerk for city records, meeting information, elections, and city licenses.
  Call 417-743-2544DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on clevermo.gov

• Library · County office

  Christian County Library, Clever Community Branch

  7428 W. Veterans Blvd., Clever, MO 65631

  Help here

  • Library servicesResidents can visit the branch to use library services and resources.
  Call 417-743-2277DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Clever website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Clever

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

Offices for all of Christian County

Clever is in Christian County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · County office

  Christian County WIC

  301 E. Brick St., Ozark, MO 65721

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children can get food benefits, nutrition education, and referrals.
  Call 417-581-7285DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on christiancountymohealth.gov

• State office · State office

  Missouri Family Support Division, Christian County

  4715 N. Towne Centre Drive, Ozark, MO 65721

  Help here

  • Food, cash, health, and child care benefitsApply for food assistance, cash help, health coverage, and child care support.Apply online
  • Child support servicesGet help with child support orders, paternity, and child support payments.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 855-373-4636DirectionsWebsite

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

• Human services · Regional office

  United Way 211

  Help here

  • Local help and referralsCall 211 for referrals to local housing, food, utility, and other community help.
  Call 211Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211.org

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation, Christian County Neighborhood Center

  204 E. Elm St., Ozark, MO 65721

  Help here

  • Community action assistanceAsk about local help with household needs, including energy assistance and other support programs.
  Call 417-581-7631DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on oac.ac

• Public health · County office

  Christian County Health Department

  301 E. Brick St., Ozark, MO 65721

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet immunizations, disease prevention help, health information, and environmental health services.
  Call 417-581-7285DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on christiancountymohealth.gov

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Christian County Circuit Court Clerk

  110 W. Elm, Room 202, Ozark, MO 65721

  Help here

  • Court self-help and legal formsFind court forms and guidance for people representing themselves in court.
  Call 417-582-5120DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Christian 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