LABOR READY - 1800 South C (479-784-5100).

LA LECHE LEAGUE - for info call 479-996-5278 or 479-471-1118.

LAVACA SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER - 104 S. Division St., Lavaca, AR; 479-674-5577; on-site & home delivered meals to shut-ins, recreation, transportation, games, crafts, fun activities, serving 60+.

LEADERSHIP FORT SMITH, a training program through UA-Ft. Smith, now has a web site:  www.LeadershipFortSmith.com.

LEFLORE COUNTY CHILD ADVOCACY NETWORK - 208 Beard Av., Poteau, OK 74953; 918-647-3814; on-site sexual assault/abuse exam, resource library, referrals, offering public education in child abuse prevention. To go to their web site click here: lccan@altel.net

LEFLORE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT - 1212 Reynolds, Poteau, OK 74953; 918-647-8601; family planning, immunizations, chronic disease, WIC, women's screenings, child guidance, parenting, prenatal care, child early intervention, and Eldercare. Serving low income, fee based on income.

LEFLORE COUNTY HISPANIC COALITION - Clayton & Witte Sts., Poteau, OK 74953; 918-649-3622 or 918-647-4249; offers translators to accompany Hispanics to doctor or business appointments, document translation, referrals, & some help with Immigration & Naturalization Services (INS). Services free to those in need.

LEFLORE COUNTY WORK CENTER - 106 Rogers Av., Poteau, OK 74953; 918-647-3124; offering job search, education/training, resource center, computers, resume' help, assessment tools to disabled & non-disabled of LeFlore & Haskell counties. All services free.

LEFLORE COUNTY YOUTH SERVICES, INC. - 404 Dewey St., Poteau, OK 74953; 800-221-5187 or 918-647-4196; emergency teen shelter, counseling, summer recreation, first time & repeat offenders programs, child safety finger printing program. Serving Oklahoma. All services are free. To go to their web site click here: www.members@clnk.com/lcys

LEGAL AID OF WESTERN OKLAHOMA  (405-557-0014)

LEGAL AID TOLL-FREE NUMBERS:  (east) 1-800-299-3338      (west)  1-800-421-1641

LEGAL AID SERVICES OF EASTERN OKLAHOMA - 224 Dewey St., Poteau, OK 74953; 800-299-8136 or
918-647-8136; non-criminal legal help: garnishment, foreclosure, eviction, repossession, housing, domestic violence, bankruptcy, paternity, Social Security & DHS. Serving low income & elderly of eastern Oklahoma.

LEGAL HELPLINE OF ARKANSAS- 800-952-9243; helpline assisting 8 Arkansas counties with legal issues. To go to their web site click here: www.arlegalservices.org

LEND A HAND - P.O. Box 10941, Ft. Smith, AR; 479-478-9141; assists with home ownership, rent-to-own, latch key, self sufficiency programs, & budget counseling. Serving western Ark & eastern OK.

LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY - provides information on these diseases;  visit their web site at www.leukemia-lymphoma.com or call 800-264-2873.

LINCOLN CHILD CARE CENTER, INC. - 1415 N. 9th St., Ft. Smith, AR; 479-782-4997 or 479-782-8273; quality child care & preschool, before & after school program, special summer program, serving Ft. Smith & surrounding areas, accepting children ages 6 wks and older. For low income families, income guidelines apply.

LINDENWOODS APARTMENTS - 1222 Lakeview Estate Dr., Alma, AR; 479-632-5139; subsidized housing for low income families. Income guidelines apply.

LITERACY COUNCIL OF LEFLORE COUNTY - 408 Dewey St., Poteau, OK 74953; 918-647-3833; provides reading instruction for adults. Basic services are free.

LITERACY COUNCIL OF WESTERN ARKANSAS - 300 S 11 St., Ft. Smith, AR; 479-783-2665; second language tutoring, computer
& citizenship classes.  Serving Sebastian County residents. To go to their web site click here: www.literacy-first.org

LITTLE ROCK JOB CORP CENTER - 2020 Vance St., Little Rock, AR; 501-376-1004 or 501-376-4600; education, GED diplomas, employment services.  Serving Arkansas residents ages 16 yrs. - 24 yrs.

LIVING WATERS FOOD PANTRY (Chester, AR) - 305 North Front in Chester;  open 3 to 5 p.m. every 3rd Tuesday of the month;  no calls (walk-in only).

LIVING WATERS MINISTRIES - a  food bank at 504 Main Street in Charleston, AR (479-965-1216 or 479-518-4909;  mailing address is PO Box 174, Charleston  72933).

LOAVES & FISHES 2203 Hendricks, Ft. Smith, AR; 479-785-3575; food pantry & baby diapers when available.  Each Monday at 7pm. Serving anyone in need, ID required. A ministry of City Christian Fellowship Church.

LOGAN COUNTY DAY SERVICE CENTER - 1234 E. Main St., Booneville, AR; 479-675-3770; special instruction, speech & physical therapy, transportation, serving adults & children age 6 wk - 5 yrs. Serving several Arkansas counties.

LOGAN COUNTY HEALTH DEPT OF BOONEVILLE - 461 E. 5th St., Booneville, AR; 479-675-2593; nutrition, hearing tests, cancer treatment, immunization, family medical, WIC, pregnancy & breast health program.

LOGAN COUNTY HEALTH DEPT OF PARIS - 102 E. Academy, Paris, AR 72855; 479-963-6126; nutrition, healing tests, cancer treatment, immunization, family medical, WIC, pregnancy & breast health program.

LOGAN COUNTY HOUSING AGENCY - 366 N. Broadway, Booneville, AR 72927; 479-675-3744; rental assistance for very low income families and elderly.

LOGAN COUNTY LIBRARY - 419 N. Kennedy, Booneville, AR; 479-675-2735; providing all services of lending library: books, videos, audios.  To go to their web site click here: www.arvrls.com/logan

LOW INCOME HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (LIHEAP) - Highway 59 South & KAO Blvd., Sallisaw, OK; 918-775-6226; serving Sequoyah County; seasonal assistance on heating & cooling bills. Assisting low income families, income guidelines apply.

LOW INCOME HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (LIHEAP) -P.O. Box 948, Tahlequah, OK 74465;
918-456-0671 ext  2366; home heating, cooling, crisis intervention & weatherization for low income Indian households. Must be of Indian descent, live in Cherokee Nation service area. Serving 14 Oklahoma counties, including Sequoyah. Income guidelines apply. To go to their web site click here: www.cherokee.org

LUPUS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA - 3323 S. M St., Fort Smith, AR; 800-294-8878; offering information and support for Lupus patients & their families. Meetings 6:30 pm Monday, at 3323 S. M St., Ft. Smith. Call for additional information.
To go to their web site click here: www.reynoldscancersupporthouse.org.

LYELL COLLEGE - a Bible college in Ft. Smith that offers the following degrees:  Associate of Biblical Studies, Bachelor of Biblical Studies, Bachelor of Theology,  and Master of Theological Studies;  located at 12500 Fort Smith Blvd in Ft. Chaffee;  for more
infomation call 479-478-0222.

MAKE-A-WISH FOUNDATION - 800-722-9474; to go to their web site click here: www.wish.org

MANSFIELD SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER - 200 N. Sebascott Av., Mansfield, AR; 479-928-4429; on-site & home delivered meals to shut-ins, recreation, transportation, games, fun activities, crafts, referrals, serving Mansfield residents ages 60+. Activities are free.

MARANATHA OUTREACH CENTER - a shelter for pregnant women or teens;  call for information at 918-968-0022.

MARCH OF DIMES - 4034 Rogers Av., Ft. Smith, AR 72903; 479-785-4408; providing programs & information on prenatal education & birth defects. Video library, serving individuals, businesses, organizations.

MAYTAG APPLIANCES CUSTOMER SERVICE - 800-688-9900.

MEADOW BROOK RESIDENTIAL FACILITY - 1000 Meadow Brook Lane, Howe, OK 74949; 918-658-2509; room & board care, social & recreational activities for mental health clients.

MEDIATION CENTER RIVER VALLEY  - a non-profit community service center that provides alternative resolutions in lieu of court disputes for area residents;  1024 N 32, Ft. Smith;  for more info call 479-650-1455.

MEDICAID - 616 Garrison Ave., Ft. Smith, AR 72901; 479-782-4555; medical assistance &  transportation for eligible adults and children. Providing services for very low income.

MEDICARE CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER - 800-MEDICARE or TTY/TDD 877-486-2048; providing information on all Medicare/Medicaid services.  To go to their web site click here: www.medicare.gov

MEDICARE DISCOUNT DRUG BENEFIT - to get comprehensive information on this government sponsored plan go to www.Medicare.gov.  This site provides drug price comparisons of available discount cards and where those cards can be obtained.  The same information can also be obtained by calling 1-800-Medicare.

MEDICINE PROGRAM - assists persons nationwide who have prescription needs but lack the financial ability to have them met;
573-996-7300;  web address is www.themedicineprogram.com.

MELVIN TAYLOR NUTRITION CENTER - 500 Twyman Park Dr., Poteau, OK 74953; 918-647-8178; on-site & home delivered meals to shut-ins, local transportation, serving Poteau, Monday-Friday, ages 60+.

MENA DENTAL CLINIC - uses a sliding scale fee based on income;  call 479-437-3449 for more info.

MEN'S HEALTH NETWORK - a non-profit organization of doctors and health professionals dedicated to men's health issues;  for more information visit their web site at www.menshealthnetwork.org.

MENTORING PROGRAM of CRAWFORD COUNTY -  is now known as the COMMUNITY MENTORING PROGRAM at
614 Webster St.,  Van Buren  AR  (72956) 479-410-1500;  mission continues to be "to effect change in the lives of single at-risk
mothers to break the cycle of poverty and dependence and establish secure and stable homes for them and their children through training, education and guidance from volunteer mentors."

MERCY BEHAVIORAL OUTPATIENT SERVICES - 7301 Rogers Ave., Ft. Smith, AR 72903; 479-3141650; day treatment
for psychiatric patients, group & individual therapy, case management, accepting Medicaid, serving Sebastian & surrounding counties.
(formerly known as "Harborview Outpatient Services").

MIDTOWN APARTMENTS - 1411 Rogers Ave., Ft. Smith, AR 72901; 479-783-1089; subsidized low income unfurnished apartments for age 62+ who are self-sufficient, activity center, beauty shop, grocery store, transportation. Income guidelines.

MIDTOWN SENIOR NUTRITION CENTER - 1411 Rogers Av., Ft. Smith, AR 72901; 479-782-1192; noon meals in-center & home delivered to shut-ins, activities, trips, transportation, serving ages 60+. Very small fee for meals only.

MIGRANT EDUCATION PROGRAM OF FORT SMITH PUBLIC SCHOOLS - 811 N. "T" St., Ft. Smith, AR;
479-784-8133 or 479-784-8132 ext 23; providing medical & health services for migrant children who are new students moving into Fort Smith, including: eye glasses, doctor & medicine. All services are free.

MISSING CHILDREN (KIDWATCH) - 800-587-4357

MISSING, EXPLOITED & RUNAWAY CHILDREN NATIONAL HOTLINE - 800-843-5678; to report your child missing, where abouts of missing child, or child pornography.

MOBILE LEARNING LAB - P.O. Box 948, Tahlequah, OK; 918-456-0671 ext 2462; tutoring basic study skills, computer, career planning, serving ages 14yr-30yrs in Sequoyah county.To go to their web site click here: www.lketcher@cherokee.org

MOMS SUPPORT GROUP (Mothers Offering Mothers Support) - for more info call 479-996-4341.

MORE FOOD FOR LESS - a program of Jubilee Christian Center to provide staple food items at a greatly discounted price; a typical $50 bag of groceries sells for $21; for more information or to enroll in the program call 479-474-7081 or 479-474-8088.

MORGAN NICK FOUNDATION - 1104 Hwy 64 E, Alma, AR 72921; 877-543-HOPE or 479-632-6382; to go to their web site click here: www.morgannick.com

MOTHERS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVERS (MADD) - To go to their web site click here: www.GET-MADD

MOTHERS OF MULTIPLES - 479-648-1542; providing support to mothers of multiple birth children. Call for times and locations of meetings.

MOTHERS OF PRESCHOOLERS SUPPORT GROUP - for more info call 479-785-3918 or 479-474-3144.

MOUNTAINBURG SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER - Mountainburg City Complex Bldg., Mountainburg, AR;
479-369-2643; on-site & home delivered meals to shut-ins, recreation, games, fun activities, crafts, parties, sponsor of Ms. Senior Arkansas pageant. Serving Mountainburg residents ages 60+. Activities are free.

MOUNT MAGAZINE GIRL SCOUT COUNCIL, INC. - 5705 Gordon Lane, Ft. Smith, AR 72903; 479-452-1290 or
800-848-9662; recreational activities & daycamp for girls ages 5 yr - 17 yr.

MULBERRY APARTMENTS - Mulberry, AR; 479-997-8940; subsidized housing for low income.

MULBERRY SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER - 29 Kirsey Parkway, Mulberry, AR; 479-997-1901; on-site & home delivered meals to shut-ins, recreation, games, crafts, trips, fun activities, sponsor of Ms. Senior Arkansas Pageant. Serving ages 60+, activities are free.

MULDROW SENIOR CITIZENS & NUTRITION CENTER - 303 Northwest First, Muldrow, OK 74948; 918-427-6666; on-site & home delivered meals to shut-ins, transportation for special events, fun activities, games, serving Muldrow residents ages 60+, Monday - Friday, 8am - 2pm. Activities are free.

MULTIPLE  SCLEROSIS - for more info call 479-996-2222 or 918-647-7087.

MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA - 800-833-4672

MULTIPLE  SCLEROSIS (Van Buren group) - for information call 1-800-532-7667 (ext. 137); sponsored by the Multiple Sclerosis
Association of American.

MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY ASSOCIATION - for support group info call 479-646-0022.

MUSIC FORT SMITH, INC. - 317 N. 5th St., Ft. Smith, AR; 479-782-4754; promoting music, helping young musicians get started, musicians/instructors referral service, introductory musical mentorships, college scholarships, serving teens and adults, most services are free. To go to their web site click here: www.musicfortsmith.org

MUSICAL COTERIE OF FT. SMITH - for information call 1-479-452-5911.

NAR-ANON - 120 N. 9th St., Ft. Smith, Ar; 479-452-6544 or 479-785-3874; providing support for family & friends of addicts. Call for meeting times & locations.

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS - located at corner of N. 9th & B Sts., Ft. Smith, AR; 479-709-2110; providing 12 step program to assist the narcotic addicted individual.  Call for meeting times & locations.

NATIONAL ADOPTION CENTER - to go to their web site click here: www.adopt.org/adopt

NATIONAL AIDS, STD & TB CLEARINGHOUSE - 800-458-5231

NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR THE MENTALLY ILL - 800-844-0381; education, referrals, advocacy & support groups. Serving Arkansas residents. Call for meetings information. Services are free. Local contacts are Jack at 479-883-1212 and Randy at 479-221-0102. To go to the national  web site click here: www.nami-ar@nami.org

NATIONAL ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION - 800-283-7800; providing  free information on the latest medication & therapy.

NATIONAL ASSOC OF CHILDCARE RESOURCE & REFERRALS - In Arkansas call: 800-445-3316; in Oklahoma call: 888-962-2772. To go to their web site click here: www.childcareaware.org

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HOSPITAL HOSPITALITY HOUSES - maintains lists of available housing near every medical center designed for the treatment of children 18 years and younger;  call 1-800-542-9730 or visit their web site at www.NAHHH.org.  Those near the Childrens Hospital in Little Rock are Ronald McDonald House (501-374-1956) and Harrison House (501-663-5107).

NATIONAL BOYS & GIRLS TOWN HOTLINE - 800-448-3000; national hotline serving all ages, giving referrals, counseling, & crisis intervention.

NATIONAL CANCER INFORMATION SERVICE; 800-422-6237;  Services are free.

NATIONAL  CANCER INSTITUTE - 800-4-CANCER; to go to their web site click here: www.cancer.gov/cancerinformation

NATIONAL CLEARINGHOUSE FOR ALCOHOL & DRUG - 800-729-6686; providing information on alcohol, tobacco & illegal drugs. Services are free. To go to their web site click here: www.health.com

NATIONAL CLEARINGHOUSE ON FAMILIES & YOUTH - (no phone number available); To go to their web site click here: www.ncfy.com

NATIONAL CONGRESS OF PARENTS & TEACHERS - 700 Rush St., Chicago, Ill 60611; 312-670-6782

NATIONAL COUNCIL ON CHILD ABUSE & FAMILY VIOLENCE - 800-222-2000

NATIONAL CRIMINAL JUSTICE REFERRAL SERVICE, U.S. BUREAU OF JUSTICE ASSISTANCE CLEARINGHOUSE - Box 6000, Rockville, MD 20849; 800-851-3420 or 800-732-3277

NATIONAL CRIME PREVENTION COUNCIL - 202-466-6272

NATIONAL EYECARE PROJECT OF EYE CARE AMERICA - P.O. Box 429098, San Francisco, CA 94142;
800-222-EYES (3937); providing comprehensive medical eye exam by local doctor, treating eye disease, does not provide eye glasses. Serving ages 65+. Services are free. To go to their web site click here: www.aao.org

NATIONAL EYE INSTITUTE - provides information on eye diseases and current eye research;  301-496-5248;  web address is
www.nei.nih.gov.

NATIONAL FOUNDATION FOR CREDIT COUNSELING - provides information on credit counseling services;
go to their web site at www.nfcc.org or call 800-388-2227.

NATIONAL GRAFFITI INFORMATION NETWORK - P.O. Box 400, Hurricane, UT 84737; 801-635-0646

NATIONAL HEAD/BRAIN INJURY FOUNDATION HELPLINE - 800-444-6443

NATIONAL HEADACHE FOUNDATION - 800-843-2256; to go to their web site click here: www.headache.org

NATIONAL HEALTH INFORMATION CENTER - 800-336-4797; this is referral service. To go to their web site click here: www.health.gov/nhic

NATIONAL HEART, LUNG AND BLOOD INSTITUTE'S HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE LINE - 800-575-WELL

NATIONAL INFORMATION CENTER FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH WITH DISABILITIES (offers free resource sheets for each state):  1-800-695-0285 or click here to go to their web site -- www.nichcy.org/states.htm

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ARTHRITIS & MUSCULAR SKELETAL SKIN DISEASE - an information resource for these various diseases, including Lupus (301-496-8190).

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MENTAL HEALTH - 800-421-4211

NATIONAL LEAD INFORMATION - 800-LEAD-FYI or 800-532-3394

NATIONAL MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION - 800-969-6642

NATIONAL MENTAL HEALTH CONSUMERS SELF-HELP CLEARINGHOUSE - 800-553-4539

NATIONAL MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY - 800-344-4867; provides information & services to patients & their families. Services are free.  Web site address is www.nmss.org.

NATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR RARE DISORDERS - 800-999-NORD; to go to their web site click here:
www.nord-rdb.com/-orphan

NATIONAL ORGANIZATION OF SOCIAL SECURITY CLAIMANTS REPRESENTATIVES,  to help find a local private attorney:  1-800-431-2804  or click here to go to their web site -- www.nosscr.org

NATIONAL PARKINSON FOUNDATION - provides an extensive list of patient and caregiver resources;  800-327-4545;
web address is www.parkinson.org.

NATIONAL PESTICIDE INFORMATION CENTER - 800-858-7378; to go to their web site click here: npic.orst.edu

NATIONAL POISON CONTROL CENTER HOTLINE - 800-222-1222; informational service on poison, chemical & drugs/medication, (illegal, perscription & non-perscription). Services are free.

NATIONAL RADON HOTLINE - 800-SOS-RADON or 800-767-72366

NATIONAL RESOURCE CENTER ON DOMESTIC VIOLENCE - 800-537-2238

NATIONAL RESPONSE CENTER . - 800-424-8802; to report toxic transportation spills, environmental or biological terrorism. To go to their web site click here: www.nrc.uscg.mil

NATIONAL RUNAWAY SWITCHBOARD - 800-621-4000; crisis hotline for missing & displaced children & their parents, providing information & referrals.

NATIONAL SCHOOL SAFETY CENTER - 4165 Thousand Oaks, Westlake Village, CA; 805-373-9977.

NATIONAL STROKE ASSOCIATION - provides comprehensive information on stroke symptoms and listings of resources for caregivers and stroke survivors;  800-787-6537;  web address is www.stroke.org.

NEEDY MEDS - a comprehensive web site that includes a vast amount of information on how people can get assistance on obtaining prescription medications that they cannot afford (this is the best single source of information for prescription help that is available);  click here to go to their web site:  www.needymeds.com.

NELSON HALL HOMES - 2100 N. 31st St., Ft. Smith, AR; 479-782-4991; low income subsidized housing for ages 50+ and disabled. Income guidelines apply.

NESCO RESOURCE - 501 S 18, Ft. Smith (479-785-3330).

NETWORK OF EXECUTIVE WOMEN - for more info call 479-452-5200.

NEW LIFE CENTER FOOD PANTRY OF WALDRON - 479-637-3093; 502 W 8th; food available Monmday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 8 am till 11 am & Tuesday 8 am till 10 am.

NEXT STEP DAY ROOM/INTEGRITY MINISTRIES - provides a day room and assorted casework services for the homeless at 123 North 6th St., Suite 200 in Ft. Smith.

NICOTINE ANONYMOUS - for more info call 479-474-5265 or 479-629-4140.

NINE TO FIVE (9-5) NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WORKING WOMEN'S JOB SURVIVAL HOTLINE -
800-522-0925; to go to their web site click here: www.9to5.org

NO LIMITS -  a group that promotes mountain biking in the Ft. Smith area and develops biking trails at Spring Hill Park.  To learn more about No Limits call 479-806-2920 or visit their web site at www.ambcs.com

NON-AMBULATORY TRANSPORTATION SERVICES - 1101 Burnham Rd., Ft. Smith, AR 72903; toll free 866-779-0069 or 479-452-9494; non-profit agency offering non-emergency transportation for disabled in wheelchairs. $20 minimum charge, one way, within Ft. Smith city limits, outside Ft. Smith call for price.

NOON EXCHANGE CLUB - call 479-646-4545 for more info.

NOON LIONS CLUB - call 479-782-2041 for more information.

NORTHSIDE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER - 3202 N. 6th St., Ft. Smith, AR; 479-782-1456; providing complete family medical services, prenatal clinic & education, participates in medication assistance programs. If you have no insurance the fee is based on income, but first visit must pay $42.

NORTHSIDE UNITED PENTECOSTAL - 3700 Kelley Hwy in Ft. Smith; 479-782-2481; open Tuesday at 10 am.

NORTHWEST ARKANSAS DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP - 479-783-0829; meetings offer emotional support, resources & information.  Call for meeting times & locations. No charge for attending meetings.

NORTHWEST ARKANSAS FREE HEALTH AND DENTAL CLINIC - a small fee, based on income, is required;  please call
479-444-7548 for more info.

NURSING HOME COMPLAINT HOTLINE - 501-682-8425;  to file a complaint on services provided in an Arkansas nursing home or residential care facility.

NUTRITION CENTER OF SALLISAW - 112 E. Redwood, Sallisaw, OK; 918-775-7708; providing on-site & home delivered meals to shut-ins, activities & services for the elderly.