Peculiar
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Local offices in Peculiar
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
Peculiar Utilities
250 S. Main Street, Peculiar, MO 64078
Help here
- Water, sewer, and trash serviceAsk about city water, sewer, and trash service or make changes to your utility account.Apply online
- Utility bill payment arrangementsAsk the Utility Department about arranging payments on a city utility bill.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofpeculiar.org
Library · Regional office
Peculiar Express Library Kiosk
250 S. Main Street, Peculiar, MO 64078
Help here
- Library materials and Wi-FiRequest or pick up library materials, browse the kiosk collection, and connect to Wi-Fi.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on casscolibrary.org
Local office · City office
City of Peculiar City Hall
250 S. Main Street, Peculiar, MO 64078
Help here
- City services and informationContact City Hall for help finding city services and information.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofpeculiar.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Peculiar Parks and Recreation Department
250 S. Main Street, Peculiar, MO 64078
Help here
- Recreation programs and facilitiesFind city recreation programs and ask about using parks, trails, and recreation facilities.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofpeculiar.org
City of Peculiar, Missouri website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Peculiar first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
Colonial Presbyterian Food Pantry
Colonial Presbyterian Church
17 miles from the center of Peculiar9500 Wornall Road, Kansas City, MO 64114
Hours
- Tue10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
- Thu10:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Listed on colonialkc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Christ the King Catholic Church Food Pantry
Christ the King Catholic Church
18 miles from the center of Peculiar8510 Wornall Road, Kansas City, MO 64114
Hours
- Sat9 AM to 11 AM
Who can come: People in the pantry area; others may be served once and directed to a nearby pantry.
What to bring: Bring an ID, Social Security Number, and proof of residence such as a utility bill.
Listed on ctkkcmo.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Unity Southeast Kansas City Community Meal
Unity Southeast Kansas City
20 miles from the center of Peculiar3421 E. Meyer Blvd., Kansas City, MO 64123
Hours
- Sun12 PM to 1 PM (1st of the month)
Who can come: Everyone welcome
Listed on unitysoutheastinkc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Unity Southeast Kansas City Community Pantry
Unity Southeast Kansas City
20 miles from the center of Peculiar3421 E. Meyer Blvd., Kansas City, MO 64123
Hours
- Sun10:30 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: People in the community
Listed on unitysoutheastinkc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Covenant Presbyterian Church Food Pantry
Covenant Presbyterian Church
20 miles from the center of Peculiar5931 Swope Parkway, Kansas City, MO 64130
Hours
- Tue10 AM to 12 PM
- Thu10 AM to 12 PM
Who can come: Local residents
What to bring: No ID or residency requirements.
Listed on covenantpreskc.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
St. James United Methodist Church Food Pantry
St. James United Methodist Church
21 miles from the center of Peculiar5540 Wayne Ave., Kansas City, MO 64110
Hours
- Wed4 PM to 5:30 PM (2nd and 4th of the month)
Listed on sjumckc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Peculiar
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Harvesters - The Community Food Network
3801 Topping Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64129
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Legal Aid of Western Missouri
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
West Central Missouri Community Action Agency (WCMCAA)
112 W 4th Street, Appleton City, MO 64724-1402
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Cass County
Peculiar is in Cass County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · County office
Cass County WIC
1411 S. Commercial St., Harrisonville, MO 64701
Help here
- WIC nutrition benefitsWIC offers food benefits, nutrition education, health referrals, and breastfeeding support to eligible families with young children.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on casscounty.com
Child support · County office
Cass County Child Support Division
2501 W. Mechanic Street, 2nd Floor, Harrisonville, MO 64701
Help here
- Child support case assistanceThe division handles child support matters referred by Missouri's Family Support Division.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on casscounty.com
Public health · County office
Cass County Health Department
1411 S. Commercial Street, Harrisonville, MO 64701
Help here
- Public health servicesThe health department provides public health services, including immunizations and health information.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on casscounty.com
Courts and legal help · County office
Cass County Circuit Clerk and Courts
Cass County Justice Center, 2501 W. Mechanic, Harrisonville, MO 64701
Help here
- Court forms and case helpThe Circuit Clerk provides court forms and helps residents with court case information and filings.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on casscounty.com
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.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on marc.org
Emergency help · County office
Cass County Emergency Management
2501 W. Mechanic Street, Harrisonville, MO 64701
Help here
- Emergency preparedness informationThe office shares information to help residents prepare for emergencies and recover from disasters.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on casscounty.com
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.
- 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.
- Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
- SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.
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
Talk to a person
- Missouri 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988