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HOUSING

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  During the depression and WWI and II, everyone had financial problems and wondered how they would make it.  The answer was simple.  Several families moved in together and shared all expenses.  Many people with huge houses rented rooms out.  Everyone shared the kitchen, dining room, and bathrooms.  They either bought food together and took turns cooking or they each had a shelf in the refrigerator and certain cupboards.  Most often padlocks were put on the cabinets to insure no one bothered another's items.  Whoever had a car would help others who didn't have transportation and they would share the cost of gas.  People learned to live with one another out of necessity and most often became best of friends.

Christian Associates of Table Rock Lake  (417) 739-3200   Kimberling City, MO  65686  Emergency financial and emotional assistance.  They can help you with utilities, food, and temporary housing. Christian Associates now has grant money to help those from becoming homeless in both Stone and Taney County.

Homeless Hotline  474-4599

HUD  (417) 864-3444  Springfield  This is the office residents of Stone, Taney and Christian counties need to go to.  If you qualify, HUD will pay a large portion of your rent or mortgage payment and they have lists of available apartments and houses.  Did you know they also have a program to buy a house or mobile home and they pay a portion of your mortgage payment depending on your income?  Did you know they also have a program to fix up your house?

New Life Evangelistic Center  (417) 336-5283     167 St Hwy T Branson, MO   Shelter for women and children.

SALVATION ARMY (417) Salvation Army, Branson Corps  1114 Stanley  Branson, MO 65616
Mailing Address:  PO Box 1715  Branson, MO 65616  Phone: (417) 339-4434  Fax: (417) 335-4094

Office hours are from 8:30am to 3:00pm (please change information on website)
We close for lunch from noon to 1:00pm.  
Grocery pantry is currently available on Tuesdays and Thursdays, all day. (please change info on website.)

Monday/Wednesday/Friday is reserved for other service vouchers, such as rental assistance, clothing vouchers, etc.
Please call ahead for funding availability.

Salvation Army Thrift Store is located downtown at:  203 Atlantic Street  Branson, MO 65616
Phone Number: (417) 337-8269
This is also the number to call for donations, and if a person needs to donate furniture and clothing items.
Thrift Store Hours are from 9:00am to 4:45pm, M-F.
 Branson, MO 65616   Emergency assistance to victims of flood, major disasters, and to needy local residents.  Help with temporary housing, food, clothing, utilities.

Social Services  Taney County 1756 A   Bee Creek Rd   Branson, MO

Stone County Housing Development (417) 357-6127 And ask for Barbara Booth    108 E  4th St (courthouse 1st floor) Galena, MO bbooth@galenacityhall.org  I talked to Barbara today and there are low-income subsidized apartments planned for 2009 in Reeds Spring, MO behind the Stone County Bank on Main Street.  Hooray!!!!!   Also ask Barbara about buying a house through Rural Development.

The Oaks  Retirement (417) 239-1112  127 Hamlet Rd.  south of Hwy 65 and Bee Creek Rd.Branson  Supported Independent Living

Note:  There has been a shortage of inexpensive housing in the area for many years.  Check bulletin boards at your local grocery store and laundramats, newspapers, and post a sign yourself “Looking for Housing”.   Contact your local church, as many times they know of contacts.

For Homeowners                  Property tax rebate:                                                                                                                                                      The State of Missouri has a program that refunds a portion of the property taxes that eligible homeowners have paid on the home in which they live.  This program has two names, the Circuit Breaker program or the Missouri Property Tax Credit program. To be eligible for this program, persons must be, at least, 65 years old.  Income cannot exceed $25,000 for an individual or $27,000 for a couple.  You may file for the rebate even if you do not have to file an income tax return.  You can apply for a rebate for the current tax year, plus, up to three previous years. You will need copies of your tax receipt (marked paid) and proof of income for each year you wish to file for the rebate.

Special Circumstances for Owners and Renters of Mobile Homes

Mobile home owners may be eligible for multiple tax rebates.  You may get a rebate on the real estate taxes paid on the land where the mobile home is located.  Also, you may be able to get back a portion of the personal property tax you paid on your mobile home if you own it.  If you rent the lot on which the mobile home is located, you can apply for a rent rebate.  If you rent the mobile home, you can apply for a rent rebate just as a person can on a home or apartment.  You can apply for rebates at:                                                    

Missouri Department of Revenue    149 Park Central Square, Room 313   Springfield, MO  65806     (417) 895-6474

Southwest Missouri Office on Aging         1735 S. Fort Ave.  Springfield, MO  65807    (417) 862-0762/Toll-free: 1-800-497-0822   www.swmoa.com

Home Repairs,Weatherization and Safety Modifications     There are several programs available to home owners that can help with home improvement.  Eligibility requirements vary.   Call OACAC  239-1882                                        

Owner Occupied Rehabilitation Loan Program   City of Springfield, MO 65802     840 Boonville Ave., Rm. 308    417-864-1053 www.ci.springfield.mo.us/egov/planning_develoopment/grants/CDBG_owner/   This is a neighborhood improvement program for low income home owners who live within the program's designated area.  The program provides low income homeowners with grants and low-interest loans to improve their homes and living conditions.

Connections    Council of Churches of the Ozarks   627 N. Glenstone Ave.  Springfield,  MO 65802  www.ccozarks.org  The Connections program relies on volunteers to help low income homeowners make small repairs in their homes.      

OACAC Greene County Neighborhood Center   560-A N. Stewart Ave.   Springfield, MO  65802                                                                                              417-447-0554  www.oacac-caa.org     OACAC has a program for eligible seniors or disabled persons under age 65 who need to have their homes winterized.

Southwest Center for Independent Living (SCIL)    2864 S. Nettleton Ave.              Springfield, MO  65807     417-886-1188 (Voice/TTY)   www.swcil.org                                                                                                   Ramps: SCIL can construct ramps and handrails for people who need them.  Income guidelines apply.  Plans and advice available at no charge to those who wish to hire someone to build the ramps themselves.

Safety Equipment for the Home     SCIL can provide and install grab bars and other safety devices.

Southwest Missouri Office on Aging (SWMOA)    1735 S. Fort Ave. Springfield, MO  65807     417-862-0762/ Toll-free:  1-800-492-0822 www.swmoa.com             SWMOA can help low-income senior home owners or renters obtain safety devices.

United States Department of Agriculture                                                                  USDA Service Center, Springfield Area (5)   USDA Rural Development   688 State Highway B, Suite 400  Springfield,  MO  65802    417-831-5246 www.rurdev.usda.gov/mo/rhlgp.htm   Low income homeowners in designated rural areas in Greene County may be eligible for grants or low-interest loans to improve home safety and health conditions.

Help with Mortgage Payments                                                                              OACAC Greene County Neighborhood Center   560-A N. Stewart Ave.,               Springfield, MO 65802   417-447-0554    www.oacac-caa.org    This program is dependent on available funding.

Reverse Mortgage                                                                                                    Reverse mortgage is a type of home loan that allows people 60 and older to withdraw equity from their homes.  The loan does not have to be paid back until the person no longer resides in the home.  The Southwest Missouri Office on Aging has a certified reverse mortgage counselor to assist you.                        Southwest Missouri Office on Aging (SWMOA)  1735 S. Fort Ave.  Springfield, MO  65807     417-862-0762/ Toll-free: 1-800-497-0822 www.swmoa.com

FOR THOSE WHO RENT     Rent Rebate   The State of Missouri has a program that allows eligible seniors to get back a portion of the rent they pay for a house, apartment, mobile home or mobile lot.  Those living in skilled nursing facilities (nursing homes) may, also, be able to get back a portion of the cost of their nursing home lodging.                                        This program has two names;  The Circuit Breaker program or the Missouri Property Tax Credit (MO-PTC) program. To be eligible for this program, persons must be, at least, 65 years old.  Income cannot exceed $25,000 for an individual or $27,000 for a couple.  You may apply for a rebate for the current tax year, plus the three previous years, even if you do not have to file an income tax return.  You will need copies of your rent receipts or a letter from your landlord specifying the amount of rent paid.  If you are applying for a rebate for nursing home charges, the nursing home can figure the portion that is calculated as your rent.  You will, also, need proof of income for each year you wish to file for the rebate.

You can apply for rebates at:   Missouri Department of Revenue   149 Park Central Square, Room 313   Springfield, MO  65806     417-895-6474  www.dor.mo.gov

HELP WITH PAYING RENT      Subsidized Rental Housing

Subsidized rental housing allows eligible tenants to pay a reduced rental rate based on income.  It is a federal program funded by Housing and Urban Development (HUD).  Some Senior housing apartment complexes are owned and operated by HUD.  Others are privately owned but are approved to receive HUD grants to be able to offer subsidized rental rates.

Subsidized Rental Housing Facilities Serving Greene County

Affordable Housing Action Board    422 E. Brower St.  Springfield, MO  65802   (417) 865-4055

Ash Grove Senior Citizens     300 N. Bentley Ave.   Ash Grove,  MO  65604           (417) 751-2829

Battlefield Towers   1451 E. Woodland St.   Springfield, MO  65804                     (417) 887-7460                                                                                             

Boston Heights Apartments     701 N. Boston Ln.   Republic, MO 65738               (417)732-1868

Coker Apartments   1363 E. Division St.    Springfield, MO  65802

Country Club Village    1515 S. Wildan Ave.    Springfield,  MO 65804                  (417) 881-4711

Craigmont Place   2006 W. Harrison St.  Springfield, MO  65802                            (417) 866-0806

Fair Grove Senior Citizens Housing   99 S. Heritage St.   Fair Grove, MO  65648    (417) 759-7403

Glenwood Manor Apartments       2540 N. Delaware St.  Springfield, MO  65803 (417) 864-7666

Housing Authority of Republic   621 N. Boston Lane, #24     Republic, MO  65738  (417) 732-7260                                              

Housing Authority of Springfield     421 W. Madison   Springfield, MO  65806      (417) 866-4329                             

Humphrey Properties 2 LLC     2533 W. High St.     Springfield, MO  65803          (417) 832-8938

Jenny Lind Hall      711 S. Jefferson Ave.     Springfield, MO  65806                       (417) 865-3648

 

Republic Apartments      1405 E. Hines    Republic, MO  65738    (417) 732-9014

Senior Citizens Complex  225 W. Pine St.   Strafford, MO 65757      (417) 736-3383

Walnut Grove Senior Citizens Housing     212 S. Jefferson St.  Walnut Grove, MO  65770    (417) 624-4144

Willard Heights Estates    506 State Highway AB    Willard, MO  65781                  (417) 883-7887

Willard Retirement Village     304 Knight St.   Willard, MO  65781                         (417) 742-4434

Branson Housing Authority  Oak Manor  320 W Main  Branson (417) 334-4236

Branson Manor Apartments Old Country Rd. Branson, MO  (417) 334-3800

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Reeds Spring Housing Authority  Hwy 13 (hwy to Galena)

Valley View Estates  117 Estate Ln  (417) 272-9250   Reeds Spring (near Branson West)

Vouchers for Rental Housing     Another kind of subsidy for rental housing is the rental housing voucher.  It is similar to subsidized rental housing voucher.  It is similar to subsidized rental housing, but is portable.  This means that rental property is eligible, as long as it can pass inspection and the landlord is willing to participate in the voucher program.  The program determines the amount it will pay directly to the landlord toward the rent (the amount of the voucher).  The tenant is responsible for the remainder of the rent.  There may be a waiting list.  It is important to make application so that you can get on the waiting list.  The voucher rental assistance in Greene County (except the city of Springfield):

OACAC (Ozark Community Action Corporation)    Greene County Neighborhood Center    560-A N. Stewart Ave.                                                                                           Springfield, MO 65802    417-447-0554    www.oacac-caa.org

The voucher rental assistance in the city of Springfield only:                           

Housing Authority of Springfield (HAS)    421 W. Madison St.   Springfield, MO  65806     ( 417) 866-4329    www.hud.gov

Help with Delinquent Rent or Your First Month's Rent  The Ozarks Community Action Corporation (OACAC) is set up to help with rent or rental deposit for a new residence.

Greene County OACAC Neighborhood Center   560-A N. Stewart Ave.                Springfield, MO  65802    (417) 447-0554         www.oacac-caa.org

Renters Rights/Responsibilities    Landlord and tennant rights are governed by Missouri state law.  For questions concerning these laws or a free consumer guide about Missouri's Landlord/Tenant Law, contact the Office of the Missouri Attorney General.  A summary of the law can be found on their website.                         Missouri Attorney General                                                                                 Springfield Office   149 Park Central Square, Suite 1017   Springfield, MO  65806   (417) 895-6567 http://ago.missouri.gov/publications/landlordtenant.htm

Discrimination in Housing

If you believe you have been a victim of housing discrimination, you can contact one of the following for more information:

Mayor's Commission on Human Rights   1514 S. Glenstone Ave.    Springfield, MO  65804    (417) 841-3350 www.ci.springfield.mo.us/egov/boards/human_right

The Missouri Commission on Human Rights (MCHR)    505 E. Walnut St.  Springfield, MO  65806  Springfield Office:  417-895-5620                                            www.dolir.mo.gov/hr/forms/htm

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)   Those living in HUD housing call the Housing Discrimination Hotline.    Toll-free: 1-800-669-9777 www.hud.gov

For Those Without Housing:    This section includes information for those who may be homeless, living in a shelter, in a crisis situation, such as, needing to flee a violent situation.  There   is also information about a program available for those living in sub-standard housing.

 Homeless or Living in a Shelter   There are several agencies that specialize in helping people who are homeless or living in a shelter.  Some offer lodging, only.  Others have people you can talk with about your situation and offer special training or programs to help stabilize your living situation.

Christian Foundation Mission     420 S. Campbell Ave.  Springfield, MO 65806        417- 831-5546   This agency has temporary daily lodging for men, only.  Lodging is on a first come, first served basis.  The men must leave each morning.  There is no guarantee that they will be able to stay the next night, but they are not turned away if there is room available. 

The Kitchen, Inc.  414 E. Commercial St.                                                       Springfield, MO  65803    417-837-1540         www.kitchenministries.org                This agency is set up tp provide lodging and other programs for women and families with children.  A family is defined as a single mother with children,           a single father with children, or a two-parent family with children.                       They have other programs to stabilize living situations for eligible families.  The FreshStart program, a transitional housing program for families, offers life skills training and support.  The Kitchen, also, offers temporary lodging and programs for homeless youth through the Rare Breed of Youth Center.  The Kitchen has a medical clinic, pharmacy, food pantry, clothing store, household goods, furniture, classes, counseling, and other programs designed for those with low incomes, including the working poor.

Greene County OACAC Neighborhood Center   560-A N. Stewart Ave.   Springfield, MO  65802                                                                                             417-447-0554  www.oacac-caa.org  This agency does not provide lodging, but offers help with housing needs.

Door to Hope Center  1714 Camp Clark Hill Galena  417-357-6263

Valleyview Estates  117 Estate Ln  Reeds Spring, MO  417-272-9250

Branson Housing Authority Oak Manor  417-334-4236

Wedgewood Gardens  17996 St Hwy 13 Reeds Spring, MO  417-272-6666  Assisted Living

Disability Services Brooke Care Branson Regional Office  417-334-1217   154 Lost Tree Branson, MO 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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