Economic Security Corporation of Southwest Area Housing Department

Economic Security Corporation of Southwest Area Housing Department is sponsored by Economic Security Corporation of Southwest Area. This organization provides housing assistance services, including homebuyer counseling, rent payment assistance, and low-income/subsidized private rental housing in Barton, Jasper, McDonald, and Newton counties.

Economic Security Corporation of Southwest Area | America's Poverty Fighting Network Encuesta de Satisfacción del Cliente Customer Satisfaction Survey Overcome poverty & build lasting self-sufficiency Join us in empowering hardworking families to achieve economic independence NEW: Lead Hazard Removal for Homes We identify & address lead-based paint & soil hazards at no cost to eligible Joplin homeowners Homes with children under 6 years old, or a pregnant resident will be given priority consideration Head Start Early Childhood Education for Prenatal - 5 Free , high-quality child & family development program Home-based or center-based options Part-day, full-day, school-year terms, & year-round services Focus on healthcare , nutrition , mental health , & education Weatherization Services for Homes We install health & safety measures, such as carbon monoxide detectors , whole-home ventilation fans , & repair/replacements of furnaces We help keep the heat inside your home during the winter & outside during the summer!

Weatherization can lower your heating & cooling bills by 12-35% CHANCE: Life Skills for Homelessness We host employment life skills classes for people experiencing homelessness 15-hour program to prepare for job searching & employment retention Personalized Case Management for Financial Goals We can help families & individuals who need assistance reaching their housing , employment , & educational desires We help YOU become self-reliant & build on your family's strengths We partner with the McDonald County Health Department to pay for clients' gynecological exams, breast cancer screenings, cervical screenings, and more!

If you are currently uninsured or underinsured, you may qualify for these free services Call the McDonald County Health Department to check elegibility and schedule: 417-223-4351 Emergency Financial Assistance Options Spire Gas Customer ? We can provide up to $1000 to help pay your bill Missouri American Water Customer ? We can provide up to $250 to help with past due, shut off, or terminated service Need utility payment help ?

Depending on the season, we can provide up to $800 to help pay your energy bill Community Action Ride System, CARS Transportation Service Free transportation services driven by volunteer drivers YOU can get rides to doctor's appointments , school , place of employment , the grocery store, and more!

Homeless Coalition Services We are a member of the Homeless Coalition, which brings together service providers, community partners, and advocates to improve the quality of life for individuals and families experiencing homelessness If you are seeking help, looking to get involved, or wanting to better understand homelessness we can help Poverty Simulations for the Community We host interactive immersion experiences that challenge community participants to think critically about the realities of poverty & how we can address the root causes of financial instability We have simulations for both adult & youth audiences If you would like to participate in a Simulation, contact Robin at: rsmith@escswa.

org A Thriving Community of Neighbors that is Free of Poverty Current Head Start/Early Head Start enrolled Households served by LIHEAP Households through Jasper Co Public Housing Agency Head Start/Early Head Start “I so appreciate all the help I got from these agencies! Makes life possible for me as I’m elderly as well as disabled. “ “I just want to thank you for all the help you have given me.

Words cannot express how grateful I am! Just keep up the good work! You are making a difference in people’s lives!

” “We love Head Start, everything from the bus, teachers, and all the staff. Connie is awesome. ” Join us in making a difference!

Be a part of our volunteer team and help bring positive changes to the community. Together, we can make a Lasting Impact. Kindness is the gift that keeps on giving.

Economic Security Corporation 🩵Helping people overcome poverty & build self-sufficiency 🫱🏻‍🫲🏾National Community Action Partnership Economic Security Corporation Our agency’s Community Action Ride System (CARS) program has received a $10,000 grant from the Arvest Foundation!

This support will help CARS continue providing free transportation services to residents across our 4-county service area, connecting individuals and families to the resources and opportunities they need. A huge thank you to the Arvest Foundation for supporting our mission and investing in our communities. Thank you to the Arvest team for celebrating this award with us!

📍Serving Jasper, Barton, Newton, & McDonald Counties. ❤️ Helping people. Changing lives.

Brushing up on smiles in the classroom! 😁👧👦🎒 Our little learners at Noel Early Head Start are getting an A+ in dental hygiene! Keep shining bright, tiny teeth!

✨🦷 #BrightSmilesBrightMinds #EarlyHeadStart #BrushingIsFun #HealthyHabitsStartYoung #headstartadvantage #teamesc #CommunityAction60 #BeCommunityAction ... ����🤠 SAVE THE DATE & SAVOR THE FLAVOR! 🍴🌵 Hey, fabulous foodies and kind-hearted supporters!

Mark your calendars and make your appetites count for a cause! 📆✨ 📣 On February 20th, from 3 PM to 9 PM, join us for a delectable dining experience at Texas Roadhouse! Indulge in mouthwatering steaks, fall-off-the-bone ribs, and much more - all while making a meaningful difference!

🥩🍖 👉 Remember, 10% of your purchase will help us keep our dreams alive! Each bite you take not only satisfies your cravings but also fuels our passion! 🥗➡️❤️ #teamesc #callingallfoodies #eatandmakedifference #CommunityAction60 #texasroadhouse 🙌 So, gather your friends, family, and anyone with a taste for giving.

Let's turn your dinner plans into an act of kindness and community spirit! 🤝 ... ���� Ready, set, GROW!

#HeadStart enrollment is taking off in Longview & Neosho! 🎓✨ Don't leave your little one's big adventure to chance. Secure their seat and watch them launch into a universe of learning!

🌟📚 #NextGenGeniuses #EarlyLearningExpedition 🚸 #headstartadvantage #teamesc #CommunityAction60 #BeCommunityAction ... ���� Celebrating the Unseen Hero 🌟 👩‍🏫 Here's to the dedication, care, and endless love you've poured into shaping futures. Your service hasn’t just been a job; it’s been a 20-year-long heartwarming story!

💫 We salute you, Mary! Cheers to two decades of making the world a brighter place, one child at a time. 🥂✨ #headstart #earlyheadstart #teamesc #CommunityAction60 #BeCommunityAction #20YearsStrong #EarlyEducationMatters #HeartOfWork #MilestoneCelebration ...

���� Unlock your family's potential TODAY! 🌟 Are you part of our Mainstream, VASH or Housing Choice Voucher world? It's time to level up with our GOALS Family Self Sufficiency Program!

🚀 Dive in to elevate your life. 💫 Don't just dream it, ACHIEVE it! ✨ #GOALSProgram #LifeUpgrade #FamilySuccess #UnlockPotential #teamesc #HUD #CommunityAction60 #BeCommunityAction ...

����🎉 Meet the Majestic Maestro of Morale: Brenda! 🎉🌟 👩‍💼💡 Are you ready to dive into the heart of our Economic Security Team? Because it's time to peel back the curtains and reveal the powerhouse that keeps our work dreams harmonious: the one, the only, Human Resource Director Brenda!!

🌈👑 #teamesc #CommunityAction60 #BeCommunityAction ... ���� Meet the heart and soul behind our thriving classrooms – Debbie Jeffries, our inspiring Head Start Coach! 🍎👩‍🏫 With goals as towering as the trees in our Creative Curriculum's Tree Study, she's here to nurture and guide our teachers towards the most enriching interactions.

🌳✨ #headstartadvantage #headstart #TeacherHero #HeadStartSuccess #GrowingMindsGrowingHearts 🌱💖 #teamesc #CommunityAction60 #BeCommunityAction ... Unlock YOUR potential with a touch of personal care! 🌟🔑 Our individualized case management tailors to YOUR dreams of housing, career, and education.

We're not just a service; we're your stepping stone to self-reliance. Believe in YOUR strengths, because we do! 🏠💼🎓 Let us guide you to where YOU deserve to be.

#EmpowermentJourney #BuildingStrengths #YourFutureOurFocus ✨💪💼 #helpishere #teamesc #CommunityAction60 #BeCommunityAction ... ����💨 Embark on a journey of connection with CARS! 🌟 Join forces with us to revolutionize travel in Barton, Jasper, Newton, and McDonald counties!

🛣️ Dive into the driver's seat of community spirit and ride the waves of free transportation! 🌊 #CommunityRideRevolution #CARSAdventure #FreeRides #ConnectingCommunities #OneRideAtATime #teamesc #CommunityAction60 #CARS ... Whisking up some wisdom 🍳📚 Ms. Jackie is serving up a slice of nutrition knowledge with a side of fun in Ms. Traci's class at Webb City Head Start!

Future chefs in training, because healthy habits start young! 🌱👨‍🍳👩‍🍳 #FoodForThought #TinyTasteTesters #WebbCityHeadStart #LittleLearnersBigAppetites #headstartadvantage #teamesc #CommunityAction60 ... Brr-illiant day at the office!

❄️ Snow Day 2024 just got real. Ever wondered what our staff do when kids have a snow day? It’s a snow-fight against their supervisor!

☃️ A moment we freeze in time and unfreeze in smiles. Check out the videio for the frosty showdown! ❄️👊 #SnowDayOff #HeadStart2024 #WinterWit #CommunityAction60 #60YearsStrong #BeCommunityAction #teamesc #headstart ...

Nicholas and his wife and four children were experiencing homelessness when they connected with our agency at a Project Homeless Connect event. They were staying in local shelters and both were working on their sobriety. They have now been clean and sober for more than a year.

Nicholas completed the CHANCE program and the family is now housed and Nicholas is working as a firefighter. #CommunityAction60 #teamesc #BeCommunityAction ... Low-income households typically spend 16% of their annual income on energy costs.

Community Action #weatherization services make homes more energy efficient, saving families money that can be used for food, medicine and other essentials. #PovertyAwarenessMonth #CommunityAction60 ... ���� Meet Tracy!

As a Foster Care Case Manager at Presbyterian Children's Homes and Services, she's shaping futures with compassion and dedication. 💖 Join us in celebrating the changemakers of our Head Start Policy Council. #UnsungHeroes #HeartOfWork #CommunityChampion 🙌 #headstartadvantage #teamesc #CommunityAction60 #headstart #earlyheadstart ...

Feeling the chill of high energy bills? 🥶 Let us warm you up to the idea of a more energy-efficient home without burning through your wallet! 🏡💡 If your income is playing limbo with the Federal Poverty Level, you could qualify for our Weatherization Program.

🌡️💸 Stay cool/warm (season-appropriate), cash in on comfort, and let's give those bills a much-needed diet! 💪 Check eligibility at (417) 781-4437 Your wallet and the planet will thank you! 🌍💚🔗 #weatherizationworks #teamesc #CommunityAction60 #EnergySaver #EcoFriendlyLiving #HomeSweetHome #EfficientHome ...

���� Your Key to Making a Difference! 🏡💼 Now Hiring: Housing Assistance Coordinator! Join us in unlocking doors to secure homes for those in need.

We're searching for a compassionate, detail-oriented superhero who believes that everyone deserves a place to call home. 🦸‍♀️🦸‍♂️ In this role, you'll be at the heart of our operations. 🗝️ You will master the art of documentation, and create lasting relationships with tenants and landlords alike.

If you're ready to make an impact where it counts and join a passionate team dedicated to transforming lives, apply now! Your career in creating housing harmony awaits! 🕊️ 📌 Dive into the details and submit your application/resume & transcript to: careers@escswa.

org #teamesc #housing #paidtomakeadifference #CommunityAction60 ... The Central & Weatherization Offices in Joplin will be closed until 1pm today only. Other locations throughout Barton, Jasper, Newton & McDonald counties will also have special hours.

Please call your location ahead of visiting. ... ���� 2024 is YOUR year!

Get a head start today for a bright and successful tomorrow🌞! We're accepting applications ALL YEAR 🗓️ to help build your child's foundation for lifelong learning. Reach out 📞📩 at headstartapp@escswa.

org or call 417-781-0352. Let's make excellence happen together! 💫#YourFutureStartsHere #headstart #earlyheadstart #teamesc #communityaction ...

Parent Connect at South Joplin Head Start - A night to remember! ✨ From Conscious Discipline training to delicious dinners🍽️, engaging activities🎲 and the most fun photo booth📸. A magical evening dedicated to bonding and learning.

The turnout? Simply overwhelming! Thank you, amazing parents, for filling the room with love and enthusiasm.

🙌#headstart #ParentConnect #ConsciousDiscipline #teamesc #communityaction ... ���� Together, We Rise! 🌟 Your contribution fuels our collective success.

🙌💪 Join the movement where every act of support creates a ripple of positive change! 🌊❤️ Let's lift our community higher - because when one of us wins, we ALL win! 🏆✨ #CommunityStrong #TogetherWeSucceed #SupportOurMission #teamesc #give #CommunityAction60 This error message is only visible to WordPress admins There has been a problem with your Instagram Feed.

302 South Joplin Ave Joplin, MO 64801