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Workplace Rights and Pregnancy Protection for Single Mothers in Missouri

Workplace Rights & Pregnancy Protection for Single Mothers in Missouri

Last updated: September 2025

This guide is written for Missouri single moms who need clear, fast help staying safe at work during pregnancy and after childbirth. You’ll see exact steps, deadlines, and who to call. Every section ends with a Plan B so you’re never stuck.


— ASingleMother.org Editorial Team

If You Only Do 3 Things — Emergency Actions to Take

Quick Help Box — Key Numbers and Links to Keep Handy

Understanding Your Core Workplace Rights in Missouri

Start here: Three protections matter most for single moms in Missouri — the federal PWFA for accommodations, the federal PUMP Act for pumping at work, and FMLA for unpaid leave. Missouri’s own MHRA bans pregnancy discrimination for most employers with 6+ employees. Use each tool when you need it.

Quick table — The laws, who’s covered, and who to call

Law Who is covered Key rights Who enforces Primary deadline
PWFA (federal) Most employers with 15+ employees Reasonable accommodations for pregnancy, childbirth, related conditions EEOC Charge within 300 days (in MO)
PUMP Act (federal) Most employees under FLSA Break time and a non‑bathroom space to pump, up to 1 year postpartum DOL/WHD Complaint ASAP; FLSA time limits apply
FMLA (federal) Eligible workers (12 months, 1,250 hours, 50/75 rule) Up to 12 weeks unpaid, job‑protected leave; health benefits continue DOL/WHD Employer must respond in 5 business days
MHRA (state) Employers with 6+ employees No discrimination based on pregnancy/sex; retaliation ban MCHR 180 days from adverse act

Reality check: The EEOC’s final PWFA regulation included abortion‑related accommodations, but on May 22, 2025, a federal judge in Louisiana ordered EEOC to remove abortion language from the rule; the rest of PWFA remains in force while litigation continues. Always confirm current status before making requests that involve abortion care. See coverage at Reuters legal report, read prior updates at AP coverage, and track EEOC PWFA materials at EEOC PWFA page. (reuters.com)

What to do if this doesn’t work: If your boss delays, denies, or punishes you, call 1-800-669-4000 and start an EEOC intake at EEOC contact, file with MCHR before 180 days pass, and ask DOL’s WHD at 1-866-487-9243 about PUMP Act or FMLA violations via WHD Contact. (eeoc.gov)

How to Request a Pregnancy or Postpartum Accommodation (PWFA) — Step by Step

Start here: You don’t need magic words or a doctor note to start; just tell your employer you have a pregnancy‑related limitation and need a change at work. The law requires an “interactive process.”

Steps you can follow today

  • Write a short note to HR or your supervisor describing your limitation (e.g., “lifting over 20 lbs triggers cramping”) and your preferred accommodation (e.g., “temporary light duty, stool to sit, closer parking”). Attach any relevant doctor note if you have one (not always required under PWFA). Use examples from EEOC PWFA “What to Know”, and keep copies. You can also cite Missouri’s anti‑discrimination law at MCHR sex/pregnancy page. (eeoc.gov)
  • If they don’t respond within a week, follow up and ask for the “interactive process meeting.” If they push you to take leave first, remind them the PWFA forbids forcing leave if another reasonable accommodation lets you work. Show them EEOC key provisions, and keep the DOL/EEOC joint flyer handy at Federal Protections for Pregnant, Postpartum & Pumping Workers. (eeoc.gov)
  • If they deny you or stall, call the EEOC at 1-800-669-4000 and open an intake at EEOC contact, and consider filing with MCHR to preserve the 180‑day Missouri deadline. Also check whether Kansas City’s local rule applies to your workplace via KCMO PWFA page. (eeoc.gov)

What to do if this doesn’t work: Ask for help from legal aid — Legal Services of Eastern Missouri (1-800-444-0514), Mid‑Missouri Legal Services (1-800-568-4931), or Legal Services of Southern Missouri (1-800-444-4863). If the denial is time‑sensitive, submit an EEOC online inquiry the same day at EEOC Public Portal. (lsem.org)

Pumping Milk at Work (PUMP Act) — Your Practical Rights

Start here: Most workers in Missouri are covered by the federal PUMP Act. You get reasonable break time and a private space that is not a bathroom, shielded from view, and free from intrusion, for one year after birth.

Pay and breaks

  • Breaks can be unpaid if you’re fully relieved of duty; if you work during a pump break, that time is paid. Learn the pay rules at DOL PUMP FAQs, post the required notice at WHD posters, and keep WHD’s helpline 1-866-487-9243 from WHD contact page. (dol.gov)

What to do if this doesn’t work: Call DOL/WHD at 1-866-487-9243 (Contact WHD), then document dates/times you asked to pump and any denials; if retaliation occurs, ask the EEOC about retaliation rights at EEOC contact and keep Missouri’s MCHR info handy at MCHR contact. (webapps.dol.gov)

Leave Options During Pregnancy & After Birth (Missouri)

Start here: Missouri has no statewide paid family leave in 2025. Most single moms stack FMLA (if eligible) with employer PTO, short‑term disability, and unpaid PWFA leave as an accommodation for recovery.

Table — Common Missouri leave combinations you can stack

Situation Practical combo
Pregnancy complications, not eligible for FMLA Use PWFA to request reduced schedule and time off for appointments; pair with employer sick time; explore MO HealthNet transportation for visits.
Eligible for FMLA and recovering after birth Take continuous FMLA; if postpartum complications persist, request additional PWFA leave as a reasonable accommodation.
Not FMLA‑eligible (small employer) Use PWFA for leave as needed for recovery; ask for light duty and phased return.
Pumping and back at work Use PUMP Act breaks; request schedule changes under PWFA if needed.

What to do if this doesn’t work: If FMLA is denied, call WHD at 1-866-487-9243 via Contact WHD; if accommodations are denied, open an EEOC intake at EEOC Public Portal; if you’re terminated, apply for UI at UInteract immediately and appeal within 30 days per UI Appeals. (webapps.dol.gov)

Health Coverage & Postpartum Care — MO HealthNet for Pregnant Moms

Start here: Missouri Medicaid (MO HealthNet) covers pregnant people during pregnancy and for 12 months after the pregnancy ends, including mental health, transport to visits, lactation support, and now doula services.

Typical timelines and proof

  • Expect 10–15 business days for non‑crisis MO HealthNet applications once documents are received; crisis cases can be faster with hospital case managers. Upload at myDSS Upload, verify office locations at DSS Contact/Map, and call TEL‑LINK for help at 1-800-835-5465 at TEL‑LINK. (dss.mo.gov)
  • Keep pay stubs, ID, proof of pregnancy (self‑attestation accepted per MHD FAQ), and proof of address. Use WIC’s appointment support at WIC How to Apply and call 1-800-392-8209 with questions. (mydss.mo.gov)

What to do if this doesn’t work: If coverage is delayed past two weeks and you’re near delivery, call FSD at 1-855-373-4636 via DSS Contact, ask the hospital financial counselor to escalate, and appeal any denial; for legal help, contact Legal Services of Eastern Missouri or Mid‑Missouri Legal Services. (dss.mo.gov)

How to Stop a Utility Shutoff in Missouri Today

Start here: Missouri has “Hot Weather” and “Cold Weather” protection rules for investor‑owned utilities. Call your utility, set a payment plan, and request emergency help the same day.

Steps you can follow today

  • Call your utility and request a medical or financial hardship payment plan under PSC rules; call the PSC Consumer Hotline 1-800-392-4211 from PSC site, then apply for LIHEAP crisis help at myDSS LIHEAP, and keep disconnection notices for uploads. (psc.mo.gov)
  • If you use a city/co‑op utility (not PSC‑regulated), still ask for a medical hardship plan and list your shutoff risk when applying at myDSS LIHEAP, and call 2‑1‑1 at United Way 211 to find local help. (uwheartmo.org)

What to do if this doesn’t work: Ask your provider to pause shutoff for 72 hours during extreme forecast periods per SB 4 summary, file a PSC complaint at PSC consumer services, and call legal aid about wrongful disconnections — MMLS Services lists utility termination issues. (legiscan.com)

Common Mistakes to Avoid

What to do if this doesn’t work: Talk to legal aid — LSEM, MMLS, or LSSM — and call EEOC at 1-800-669-4000 via EEOC Contact for fast intake help. (lsem.org)

Quick Reference Cheat Sheet

Need Who to call or click Notes
PWFA/Pregnancy accommodations EEOC contact • EEOC PWFA page • MCHR filing Deadlines matter (300/180 days).
Pumping rights DOL PUMP at Work • WHD 1-866-487-9243 via Contact WHD • WHD Local Offices Non‑bathroom private space required.
Leave & job protection DOL FMLA Fact Sheet • FMLA Toolkit • USA.gov FMLA Ask in writing; employer must respond within 5 business days.
Discrimination in MO MCHR contact • MCHR discrimination page • MCHR file Employers with 6+ employees covered.
MO HealthNet myDSS • FSD 1-855-373-4636 via DSS Contact • MHD Pregnancy FAQs 12‑month postpartum coverage.

Application Checklist — Save or Screenshot and Use

  • PWFA written request: Accommodation ask emailed/handed to HR with date/time; links included from EEOC PWFA page and your doctor’s note if you have one; backup plan from MCHR discrimination page. (eeoc.gov)
  • PUMP space plan: Break schedule worked out, storage and privacy confirmed per DOL PUMP page; printed poster from WHD posters. (dol.gov)
  • FMLA packet (if eligible): Request submitted, employer notice received (5 days per rules) using DOL FMLA forms; calendar 12 weeks; benefits continuation planned. (dol.gov)
  • MO HealthNet/WIC: Application filed at myDSS with uploads, and WIC appointment scheduled from WIC How to Apply; TEL‑LINK 1-800-835-5465 noted. (health.mo.gov)
  • Proofs folder: Photo ID, pay stubs, address proof, medical records, pregnancy self‑attestation per MHD FAQ, and any write‑ups or texts saved for potential EEOC or MCHR filing. (mydss.mo.gov)

Troubleshooting — If Your Application Gets Denied

Employment rights: If your PWFA or PUMP ask is denied or you’re disciplined for it, file an EEOC inquiry at EEOC Public Portal, call 1-800-669-4000 at EEOC Contact, and file with MCHR within 180 days (MCHR and EEOC usually dual‑file for you). (eeoc.gov)

Benefits: If MO HealthNet is denied, appeal and request a hearing through myDSS; for help, contact LSEM or MMLS; keep your postpartum care going (12‑month rule) per DSS IM‑105. (dssmanuals.mo.gov)

Unemployment: If UI is denied after a pregnancy‑related job loss or reduction in hours, appeal within 30 days per DES Appeals; keep certifying weekly via UInteract. (labor.mo.gov)

Local Organizations, Charities, Churches, and Support Groups

St. Louis region — quick connections: For emergency childcare and crisis support, call St. Louis Crisis Nursery Helpline 1-314-768-3201, reach food help at Operation Food Search 1-314-726-5355, and explore behavioral health/pregnancy counseling at Lutheran Family & Children’s Services 1-800-785-8546. (crisisnurserykids.org)

Kansas City region — quick connections: Use United Way 211 to locate childcare, rent, and utility help, contact Catholic Charities of Kansas City–St. Joseph 1-816-221-4377, and call the Kansas City Indian Center 1-816-421-7608 for Native community services. (uwheartmo.org)

Statewide legal aid — for denials and discrimination: Apply at Legal Services of Eastern Missouri 1-800-444-0514, Mid‑Missouri Legal Services 1-800-568-4931, and Legal Services of Southern Missouri 1-800-444-4863. (lsem.org)

Faith‑based supports: Call Catholic Charities of St. Louis 1-314-367-5500, reach LFCS counseling 1-866-326-5327, and if you face intimate‑partner violence use National DV Hotline 1-800-799-7233 for safety planning and shelter referrals. (ccstl.org)

What to do if this doesn’t work: Call 2‑1‑1 statewide via United Way 211, check HUD’s local hotlines at HUD Missouri hotlines, and ask your county community action agency about LIHEAP/ECIP from myDSS Utility. (hud.gov)

Diverse Communities — Tailored Notes and Resources

LGBTQ+ single mothers: Know this: The same federal PWFA and PUMP rights apply to you; use EEOC PWFA info, call EEOC St. Louis for intake support, and request interpretation or accommodations in advance at EEOC contact (ASL VP 1-844-234-5122). Ask DOL/WHD about retaliation concerns at WHD Contact. Accessibility: TTY/relay is available at 711, with ASL VP numbers posted on EEOC contact. (eeoc.gov)

Single mothers with disabilities or caring for a disabled child: Ask for layered accommodations (e.g., reduced lifting and flexible schedule for therapies) under PWFA, and use ADA if disability‑related; start at EEOC PWFA, find interpreters via Missouri Commission for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing (MCDHH), and request state language or ASL services at MU Health Language Services. For benefits appeals (SSI, Medicaid), contact MMLS Public Benefits. Accessibility: Call for large‑print forms and ask for TTY/711 when scheduling with state/federal offices. (mcdhh.mo.gov)

Veteran single mothers: Use VA maternity care and coordination (now up to 12 months postpartum support); read details at VA Women’s Health: Maternity Care, see the expansion notice at VA News release, and review postpartum supports at VA Post‑pregnancy Care. Ask your VA MCC about pumps and supplies listed on VA maternity page. Accessibility: Ask VA for interpreters and accessible formats; TTY via 711 per facility policy. (womenshealth.va.gov)

Immigrant/refugee single moms: You still have federal workplace rights regardless of status. Get referrals and English‑language support from the Missouri Office of Refugee Administration (MO‑ORA), request interpreters through MCDHH resources, and use state TEL‑LINK for service navigation at TEL‑LINK (1-800-835-5465). If you face discrimination, file with EEOC and MCHR on time. Accessibility: Ask for multilingual services when calling DSS/FSD. (moora.org)

Tribal‑specific resources: Tap urban Indian organizations like the Kansas City Indian Center (816-421-7608), workforce help at the American Indian Council (816-471-4898), and public health profiles via Urban Indian Health Institute profile. For rights issues, you can still use EEOC contact and MCHR filing. Accessibility: Ask for ASL or language interpreters using MCDHH agencies list. (kcindiancenter.org)

Rural single moms with limited access: Use phones and mail — you can file EEOC intakes by phone at 1-800-669-4000 (EEOC contact), apply for Medicaid/WIC online at myDSS and MO WIC, and ask DHS TEL‑LINK at 1-800-835-5465 (TEL‑LINK). Accessibility: Request mailed forms in large print and get TTY help via 711 listed on state pages like DSS contact. (eeoc.gov)

Single fathers: Your rights are the same under PWFA when you’re requesting accommodations for your partner’s childbirth recovery needs? Note: PWFA protects the pregnant worker; however, FMLA covers bonding leave for eligible fathers. See DOL FMLA Fact Sheet, and use WHD contact for questions; Missouri’s MHRA also protects men from sex‑based discrimination at MCHR sex discrimination. Accessibility: TTY/relay 711 for state/federal calls. (dol.gov)

Language access: Ask for interpretation at every step. State agencies provide interpreters on request via DSS Contact/Map, medical systems like MU Health Language Services support 24/7 access, and the interpreter directory at MCDHH helps you book ASL services. Accessibility: TTY/711 and large print available upon request. (dss.mo.gov)

Resources by Region (Examples and Variations)

Kansas City Metro: Try Catholic Charities of KCSJ for housing/workforce, call United Way 211 for cooling centers and childcare, and see city enforcement of pregnancy fairness at KCMO PWFA page. County note: Jackson, Clay, Platte each have separate health departments linked on UIHI KC profile. (catholiccharitiesusa.org)

St. Louis Metro: Use St. Louis Crisis Nursery for short‑term child care in crisis, call Operation Food Search Hunger Hotline 1-314-726-5355, and contact Catholic Charities of St. Louis for shelter and postpartum treatment through Saint Martha’s 1-314-533-1313. (crisisnurserykids.org)

Central/Mid‑Missouri (Columbia/Jefferson City): Apply for legal help via MMLS Contact, call LFCS Mid‑MO at 1-573-815-9955 via LFCS Mid‑MO office, and reach DSS Resource Centers using the map at DSS Contact/Map. (mmls.org)

Southwest/Southern Missouri (Springfield, Joplin, Ozarks): Contact LSSM 1-800-444-4863, check LIHEAP through myDSS Utility, and use local 2‑1‑1 at United Way 211 for nearby shelters and child care leads. (lsosm.org)

Northwest/North Missouri (St. Joseph/Kirksville belt): Get legal help at Legal Aid of Western Missouri (offices in St. Joseph and Joplin on that page), use United Way 211, and apply for SNAP/WIC via myDSS SNAP and MO WIC. (lawmo.org)

What to do if this doesn’t work: Ask your county’s community action agency listed in the LIHEAP county directory, call the PSC hotline 1-800-392-4211 via PSC site, and escalate civil rights issues with MCHR. (formsportal.mo.gov)

Real‑World Examples (Missouri scenarios)

Example — cashier, 26 weeks, small grocery (12 employees): She asks for a stool and extra bathroom breaks under PWFA using guidance at EEOC PWFA page, cites Missouri MHRA pregnancy protections at MCHR sex discrimination, and uses DOL PUMP later when she returns to work pumping. (eeoc.gov)

Example — hospital CNA, 38 weeks, needs light duty: She requests temporary lifting limits through PWFA with examples from EEOC rule summary, schedules leave through DOL FMLA Toolkit, and lines up postpartum WIC/Medicaid at MHD FAQ. (eeoc.gov)

Example — public school teacher returning at 12 weeks: She plans pumping breaks and a dedicated space per RSMo §160.995, confirms federal rights at DOL PUMP page, and ensures FMLA job‑protected return via DOL Fact Sheet #28. (law.justia.com)

What to do if this doesn’t work: File with EEOC and MCHR promptly and ask legal aid (LSEM / MMLS / LSSM ) to review your documents. (eeoc.gov)

County‑Specific Variations Worth Noting

Employer coverage thresholds: Under the MHRA, most employers with 6 or more employees are covered — verify at MCHR discrimination overview, and note Kansas City’s ordinance adds local enforcement for pregnancy accommodations at KCMO PWFA page, while other localities rely on state/federal law; always check with EEOC St. Louis for coverage questions. (labor.mo.gov)

Utilities: Investor‑owned utilities follow PSC hot/cold rules (and SB 4’s 72‑hour forecast window) described at PSC Cold Weather page and SB 4 summary; co‑ops and city utilities may set different hardship plans, so call and ask for medical accommodations; file PSC complaints via PSC Consumer Services if regulated. (psc.mo.gov)

Schools: All districts must provide a lactation room matching standards in RSMo §160.995; confirm your building’s policy with your HR per DESE/Local Board mandates and with educator groups like MNEA. (law.justia.com)

What to do if this doesn’t work: Contact your local civil rights office (MCHR contact), WHD district office via WHD Local Offices, and your district’s Title IX/Equity office (example: UMKC equity page). (labor.mo.gov)

FAQs — Missouri Single Moms’ Top Questions (2025)

  1. What counts as a “reasonable accommodation” while pregnant: Typical examples include extra breaks, water/snacks, sitting/standing options, schedule changes, light duty, time off to recover after childbirth, and closer parking; see examples at EEOC PWFA key provisions, get “how‑to ask” tips at EEOC PWFA “What to Know”, and carry the joint federal flyer from DOL WHD PUMP page. (eeoc.gov)
  2. Do I qualify for FMLA if I work part‑time: You need 12 months of service, 1,250 hours in the prior 12 months, and 50 employees within 75 miles; read DOL FMLA Fact Sheet #28, view the FMLA Employee Guide in the toolkit, and confirm employer notices at USA.gov FMLA. (dol.gov)
  3. Is pumping time paid: It’s usually unpaid unless you’re not fully relieved of duty or your employer pays similar breaks; learn more at DOL PUMP FAQs, download WHD Fact Sheet #73, and call WHD 1-866-487-9243 at Contact WHD. (dol.gov)
  4. What if my boss says “take leave instead of light duty”: PWFA prohibits forcing leave if another reasonable accommodation lets you work; show your employer EEOC PWFA key provisions and open an intake at EEOC Public Portal if needed. (eeoc.gov)
  5. How fast do I need to file a discrimination complaint: In Missouri, 180 days with MCHR File a Complaint and 300 days with EEOC; offices often dual‑file. Keep the St. Louis EEOC office page handy at EEOC St. Louis. (labor.mo.gov)
  6. Does Missouri have paid family leave: There is no statewide paid family and medical leave program in 2025; use employer PTO, short‑term disability, and PWFA leave. For job protection, see DOL FMLA Fact Sheet and ask WHD at Contact WHD about options. (dol.gov)
  7. How long am I covered by Medicaid after birth: 12 months postpartum under MO HealthNet; confirm at DSS IM‑105, read the Postpartum Coverage section, and check MHD Pregnancy FAQs. (dssmanuals.mo.gov)
  8. Where can I get fast help with food while I wait for SNAP: Call Operation Food Search Hunger Hotline 1-314-726-5355, dial 2‑1‑1 via United Way 211, and apply for WIC through MO WIC How to Apply. (operationfoodsearch.org)
  9. What if I’m being stalked or abused: Get confidential help 24/7 at National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233, find federal resources at ACF FVPSA Hotlines, and ask your employer for safety accommodations under PWFA at EEOC PWFA. (thehotline.org)
  10. How do I reach a human at MO Unemployment: Call 1-800-320-2519 (8–5 CT) via DES contact, read appeal steps at How to File an Appeal, and keep the regional lines from DES Unemployed Workers page. (labor.mo.gov)

“Reality Check” — Delays, Denials, and Funding Gaps to Expect

  • Agency backlogs: Intake queues at EEOC St. Louis and MCHR can mean multi‑week waits; keep filing dates in writing and screenshot confirmations. Use EEOC Public Portal to preserve time. (eeoc.gov)
  • Utility aid timing: Non‑crisis LIHEAP processing may take about 30 days (faster for crisis) per agency notes like CMCA LIHEAP; PSC’s expanded 72‑hour hot/cold protections under SB 4 help but don’t erase your bill; read SB 4 summary. Call to confirm current availability. (cmca.us)
  • Legal changes: The PWFA abortion‑accommodation portion of EEOC’s rule was vacated by a federal court in May 2025; track updates at Reuters report and check EEOC PWFA often for changes. (reuters.com)

Spanish Summary — Resumen en Español (hecho con herramientas de IA)

Importante: Este resumen de referencias se generó con herramientas de IA; por favor confirme detalles en los enlaces oficiales.

About This Guide

Compiled by the ASingleMother.org Editorial Team.

This guide uses official sources including:

Last verified September 2025, next review April January 2026.

Please note that despite our careful verification process, errors may still occur — email info@asinglemother.org with corrections and we respond within 72 hours.

Disclaimer

Important: This guide is for general information and is not legal advice. Laws change, court rulings may alter rules, and agency practices vary by county and funding. Always confirm details with the official agencies linked above, call to verify current availability, and consider consulting an attorney or legal aid when you face deadlines or possible job loss. For emergencies, call 911 or the hotlines provided.

Appendix Tables

Table — Sample PWFA accommodation requests you can copy

Need Example language you can adapt
Extra breaks for nausea “I am requesting brief additional restroom and hydration breaks due to pregnancy‑related nausea, as a reasonable accommodation under the PWFA.”
Lifting limit “My provider recommends I avoid lifting over 20 lbs until delivery; I’m requesting temporary light duty consistent with this restriction.”
Sitting/standing “Long standing causes swelling; I’m requesting a stool and the ability to alternate sitting/standing.”
Recovery time “I’m requesting short‑term leave for postpartum recovery as a reasonable accommodation so I can return safely.”

Table — Pumping space checklist

Requirement What to check
Not a bathroom, private Door with lock or sign; shielded from view
Functional Chair, flat surface, outlet for pump
Nearby Reasonable access near your workstation
Availability Space available whenever needed, not “only at lunch”

Table — Filing deadlines and who handles what

Issue Where to file Deadline
Pregnancy accommodation denial EEOC and MCHR 300 days EEOC / 180 days MCHR
Pumping space/time violation DOL/WHD File ASAP
Retaliation for asserting rights EEOC contact / MCHR file Same as discrimination
FMLA denial WHD helpline File ASAP

Table — Utility shutoff protections (investor‑owned utilities)

Season Protection window Key trigger
Hot Weather Law Jun 1–Sep 30 Forecast 95°F+ or heat index 105°F+ (now 72‑hour forecast)
Cold Weather Rule Nov 1–Mar 31 Forecast below 32°F (payment‑plan standards apply)

Table — Key contacts (clip this)

Purpose Contact
EEOC general 1-800-669-4000 — EEOC contact
WHD (FMLA/PUMP) 1-866-487-9243 — Contact WHD
MCHR hotline 1-877-781-4236 — MCHR contact
DSS/FSD info 1-855-373-4636 — DSS Contact
WIC 1-800-392-8209 — MO WIC How to Apply
DV Hotline 1-800-799-7233 — The Hotline

You’ve got concrete steps, deadlines, and phone numbers. Use the links to act quickly, document everything, and get backup from state/federal agencies and Missouri legal aid if anyone tries to block your rights.

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