Checkout this article regarding our Emergency Rental Assistance Program which was published in the Arnold-Imperial Leader on Thursday, Aug. 12, 2021
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JFCAC WIC Press Release For Immediate Release Jefferson County, MO – WIC at Jefferson Franklin Community Action Corporation (JFCAC) is temporarily increasing the Cash Value Benefit for Fruit and Vegetable Purchases (CVB). The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) gave USDA authority to temporarily increase the CVB to $35 per month for eligible women and children during the federally declared COVID-19 public health emergency. Missouri WIC has elected to use this authority from June through September 2021, to provide additional healthy fruits and vegetables for up to 60,000 women and children per month. Standard CVB values range from $9 - $11. WIC families have the opportunity to shop for nutritious foods at over 600 authorized WIC retailers throughout Missouri and can receive services at any of the 118 local agencies. WIC serves financially eligible women, infants, and children under the age of five. Fathers, stepparents, foster parents, grandparents, and guardians are also encouraged to apply for WIC benefits for any children in the household under the age of five. Missouri WIC provides quality nutrition education, breastfeeding promotion and support, nutritious foods, and referrals to health services. It is also one of the most successful, cost-effective, and important nutrition intervention programs in the country! Individuals interested in learning about the benefits of WIC may contact JFCAC WIC at wichealth@jfcac.org or 636-789-2686 Option 5. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
JFCAC Awareness Campaign includes semi-monthly radio interviews that are aired on KJFF 1400 AM the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month at 10:15 am. Each interview features a different JFCAC service or program. Click below to listen in to the Informative Interviews to learn more about JFCAC programs and services.
  We are excited to announce a new program for Jefferson County Residents. Jefferson County applied for this funding as part of the COVID-19 relief package that was approved by Congress in December of 2020 and the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) is being offered in partnership with Jefferson Franklin Community Action Corporation. We will be the agency processing the ERAP applications.
If you or someone you know is struggling to pay rent or utilities, and/or have rent or utilities arrears due to COVID-19 and live in Jefferson County, MO, help may be available through the Jefferson County ERAP Program. We will begin taking applications starting April 15, 2021. If you would like to be placed on the waitlist and be notified when the application process is open. To learn more about this vital program, and sign up on the waiting list, visit our Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) webpage at www.jfcac.org/erap, or you may call our ERAP Hotline at 877-636-ERAP (3727). The Women, Infant, and Children (WIC) Program at Jefferson Franklin Community Action Corporation (JFCAC) announces that a contract to continue to provide WIC services for federal fiscal year 2021 has been signed with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. Under the terms of the contract, the JFCAC WIC Program will be able to serve more than 2500 persons eligible for WIC every month.
WIC is a special supplemental nutrition program providing services to pregnant women, breastfeeding women, postpartum women, infants and children up to the age of five. WIC provides breastfeeding education and support, health screening, nutrition education and counseling, and referrals to community resources. Nutritious supplemental food is provided at no cost to participants. To be eligible for WIC, applicants must have an income of less than or equal to 185% of the poverty level (for example, a family of four with an annual gross income of $48,470 or less). Those with MO HealthNet, SNAP, or TANF are automatically income eligible. Migrant families are also eligible. WIC supplemental foods are specially chosen to provide protein, iron, calcium, and vitamins A and C. Eligible women and children can receive fresh or frozen fruits and vegetables, milk, cheese, yogurt, eggs, peanut butter, beans, whole grain products (bread, tortillas, pasta, rice), hot or cold cereals, and more. The WIC program recommends breastfeeding, provides breastfeeding support, baby foods and infant cereal. For women who are unable or choose not to breastfeed, infants may receive supplemental iron fortified formula. WIC participants obtain their foods by redeeming food benefits loaded on their eWIC card for specific items at local grocery stores and pharmacies. Studies confirm that pregnant women who enroll in WIC during the early months of pregnancy have fewer low birth weight babies, experience fewer infant deaths, obtain prenatal care earlier in pregnancy and eat healthier. WIC is administered in Jefferson County at JFCAC. Persons interested in applying or who are in need of more information should contact the JFCAC WIC Program at 636.789.2686 Option 5. Information can also be found on the website, www.jfcac.org/wic and on the JFCAC Facebook page, @JFCACmo. JFCAC WIC Program services are offered in Hillsboro on Mondays and Thursdays and in Arnold on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Appointments are available at both sites from 8:30 AM to 11:15 AM and from 1 PM to 4:30 PM. Evening hours are available by appointment only. Clinics are closed from 12-1 PM for lunch. The Hillsboro clinic is located at 105 Municipal Drive (JFCAC lower level). The Arnold clinic is located at 1818 Lonedell Rd (Jefferson County Health Department lower level). This institution is an equal opportunity provider.  The Insurance Assistance Program (IAP) is a new program offered by JFCAC through our Community Services Program.
This program offers case management services for individuals that can include tasks such as goal setting, researching coverage options, assisting with insurance applications, explaining coverage options and much more. Click here to visit this program's page to learn more or inquire about services. JFCAC is proud to announce the launch of a new program. Recovery Support Services.
Please click HERE for further information on the program.  The COVID-19 outbreak and the appurtenant mobilization of Staff from many Industries has resulted in mass email attacks from hackers posing as legitimate news sources, software companies, financial services, and IT administrators. We urge you to raise your level of security awareness as we work together to navigate these unusual times.
Be Watchful and Check Sources Hackers are using emotion-driven emails and/or text messages to try to get people to act quickly, without thinking. Usual practices for Businesses and organizations are forced to evolve to meet these unusual demands, staff and systems may be vulnerable. We have heard of at least one major bank that had to shut down their wire system because of unusual activity that occurred while they were implementing their emergency plan. The messages often appear to be from legitimate sources:
Watch for These Red Flags Beware of coronavirus-themed phishing attempts. It’s easy to lose focus when email volume is high or when working in a different setting. Protecting your email is one of the most important things. Watch out for these red flags:
Stay Safe and Health! Jefferson Franklin Community Action Corporation JFCAC is currently operating in Phase One of our Emergency Action Plan. Please see individual program updates below. Behavioral Health - The Behavioral Health program is currently operating as normal. If clients would prefer to have their appointments via Telehealth that is also an option.
Head Start - The Head Start program will support currently enrolled children and families through weekly phone contact and provision of the most up to date resources in Jefferson and Franklin Counties. Families interested in receiving educational support for children ages birth-five years or prenatal mothers, can complete an application by clicking HERE. Housing - The housing program will operate as usual, with the exception Clients, and Landlords will need to communicate with staff by means of phone, mail, or email. Paperwork may be mailed in to P.O. Box 920, Hillsboro MO 63050, or be left in the drop box located outside the Hillsboro office or St. Clair office. Inspections will be conducted as normal. Applications for the housing assistance program will be mailed to anyone who requests one. WIC - The WIC program has temporarily changed how we will be issuing benefits. WIC staff will be contacting WIC participants on their scheduled appointment day to provide services and education over the phone. WIC checks will be mailed out via certified mail. WIC Breastfeeding services will continue via WIC’s Breastfeeding support line. Pump rentals will still be available on a case by case basis and will be delivered curbside or at a central location. Weatherization - Weatherization will continue normal operations. Current clients however, have the option to postpone inspections or service work during these uncertain times. Clients can contact use by phone, mail or email. Community Services - Although many of our procedures have changed, Community Services Specialists are available by phone to answer questions and provide referrals to food, utilities, and more. We are still registering children for the Back to School Fair that will be held in July. Limited case management and coaching services are also being offered through our Skill Up and Empowerment Coaching Programs. Energy Assistance - Our Energy Specialists are accepting applications for assistance on natural gas, electric, propane, and wood. To obtain an application for Energy Assistance call our office or visit our website. Applications and utility bills can be mailed to our P.O. Box or placed in a locked drop box near our main entrances in Hillsboro and St. Clair. If you have questions don't hesitate to contact us by phone, email, or on our Facebook page.  The Women, Infant, and Children (WIC) Program at Jefferson Franklin Community Action Corporation (JFCAC) announces that a contract to continue to provide WIC services for federal fiscal year 2020 has been signed with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. Under the terms of the contract, the JFCAC WIC Program will be able to serve more than 2662 persons eligible for WIC every month. WIC is a special supplemental nutrition program providing services to pregnant women, breastfeeding women, postpartum women, infants and children up to the age of five. WIC provides breastfeeding education and support, health screening, nutrition education and counseling, and referrals to community resources. Nutritious supplemental food is provided at no cost to participants. To be eligible for WIC, applicants must have an income of less than or equal to 185% of the poverty level (for example, a family of four with an annual gross income of $46,435.00 or less). Those with MO HealthNet, SNAP, or TANF are automatically income eligible. Migrant families are also eligible. WIC supplemental foods are specially chosen to provide protein, iron, calcium, and vitamins A and C. Eligible women and children can receive fresh or frozen fruits and vegetables, milk, cheese, yogurt, eggs, peanut butter, beans, whole grain products (bread, tortillas, pasta, rice), hot or cold cereals, and more. The WIC program recommends breastfeeding, provides breastfeeding support, baby foods and infant cereal. For women who are unable or choose not to breastfeed, infants may receive supplemental iron fortified formula. WIC participants obtain their foods by redeeming food checks for specific items at local grocery stores and pharmacies. Studies confirm that pregnant women who enroll in WIC during the early months of pregnancy have fewer low birth weight babies, experience fewer infant deaths, obtain prenatal care earlier in pregnancy and eat healthier. WIC is administered in Jefferson County at JFCAC. Persons interested in applying or who are in need of more information should contact the JFCAC WIC Program at 636.789.2686 Option 5. Information can also be found on the website, www.jfcac.org/wic and on the JFCAC Facebook page, @JFCACmo. JFCAC WIC Program services are offered in Hillsboro on Mondays and Thursdays and in Arnold on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Appointments are available at both sites from 8:30 AM to 11:15 AM and from 1 PM to 4:30 PM. Evening hours are available by appointment only. Clinics are closed from 12-1 PM for lunch.
The Hillsboro clinic is located at 105 Municipal Drive (JFCAC lower level). The Arnold clinic is located at 1818 Lonedell Rd (Jefferson County Health Department lower level). This institution is an equal opportunity provider.  In 2017, Jefferson Franklin Community Action Corporation (JFCAC) began an endeavor to increase self-sufficiency through diversification of funding. It was identified that this could be done by focusing on increasing unrestricted agency dollars. Three areas were identified for the agency to focus on that would drive the agency toward achieving this goal. These three are as follows: Fundraising, Social Enterprises, and Medicaid Fee for Service Billing Opportunities.
With the assistance of JFCAC's devoted Board, much progress has been made over the last two years toward building strength in the above three areas. The most recent accomplishment being the establishment of the Partners Realizing Opportunity (PRO) - the agency’s own for profit C-Corporation. The intent of PRO is to partner, when possible, with other entities in the community to develop needed social enterprises that can be profitable for the agency, and can also serve as training grounds for those in our communities who are in need. As JFCAC is the sole shareholder of PRO all proceeds not needed for the ongoing support of the social enterprises, through an official PRO Board approval process, will be allocated back to JFCAC to support additional programming and/or to assist existing programs when funding dollars are threatened. PRO’s Board which is comprised of four JFCAC Board Members and three individuals hand selected from the community was established in May 2019. The Board had its first official meeting in May and subsequently has been meeting at least quarterly since then. The focus has been and will continue to be identifying great partners and needed business opportunities in our communities. JFCAC is extremely excited about the establishment of PRO and is looking forward to its first LLC opening in 2020. For more information please feel free to contact Jill Quaid, JFCAC/PRO, CEO @ jquaid@partnersrealizingopportunity.com Please also visit our website: www.partnersrealizingopportunity.com. |
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