OASIS STAFFING - 2200 S Waldron, Ft. Smith (479-452-2300).

OFFICE OF JUVENILE AFFAIRS - 405-530-2939; has responsibility for juvenile correctional institutions, probation services to the juvenile courts. To go to their web site click here: www.state.ok.us/~oja/oja.html

OFFICE OF MINORITY RESOURCES (HEALTH) - works to eliminate disparities in health between different racial and ethnic populations;  800-444-6472;  web address is www.omhrc.gov.

OG&E ELECTRIC SERVICES DELAYED PAYMENT AGREEMENT - 800-272-9741; offering special extended installment payment arrangements on past due electric bills. Call before shut-off date.

OKLAHOMA ADOPTION COALITION - P.O. Box 11161, Oklahoma City, OK 73136-0161; 405-521-3561

OKLAHOMA AREA PREVENTION RESOURCE CENTERS - 800-522-9054; providing information & training for prevention, to those who work with youth.

OKLAHOMA AREAWIDE SERVICES INFORMATION SYSTEM (OASIS) - 800-426-2747; free statewide info & referral service for families in need of special health or developmentally delayed related services. OASIS can assist in locating a wide range of services, including car seat loaner, childcare, support groups & more. To go to their web site click here:
http://oasis.ouhsc.edu

OKLAHOMA ASSOCIATION FOR CHILDREN'S INSTITUTIONS & AGENCIES - 918-245-3132; agencies working together to provide quality care to troubled youth and their families.

OKLAHOMA CHILDCARE RESOURCE & REFERRAL ASSOC. - P.O. Box 61085, Oklahoma City, OK 73146;
888-962-2772; provides referrals for families seeking quality childcare & information on subsidized childcare. Serving entire state of Oklahoma. To go to their web site click here: www.sosu/childcare.edu

OKLAHOMA COOPERATIVE EXTENSION FAMILY & CONSUMER SERVICES - 405-744-6231; call for location nearest you; providing programs/information on agriculture, families, home, garden, natural resources & 4-H Youth Groups. There is small fee for some workshops & agricultural tests, other services are free. To go to their web site click here: www.dasnrokstate.edu/oces 

OKLAHOMA DEPARTMENT OF CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION - 405-377-2000; call for info on locations nearest you. To go to their web site click here: www.okcareertech.org

OKLAHOMA DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES - P.O. Box 25352, Oklahoma City, OK 73125; 405-521-2778; contact for the location nearest you.

OKLAHOMA DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES IN-HOME SUPPORTS WAIVER PROGRAM - Serving Sequoyah County at 800-522-1075 & serving LeFlore county at 800-522-1086. Providing in-home support services for developmentally disabled children ages 6-17 and adults ages 18 & older. To go to their web site click here: www.okdhs.org

OKLAHOMA DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES OFFICE OF CLIENT ADVOCACY- P.O. Box 25352, Oklahoma City, OK 73125; 405-521-3491; grievances concerning services, investigations into child misreatment, abuse & complaints concerning children placed outside the home.

OKLAHOMA DEPT OF MENTAL HEALTH & SUBSTANCE ABUSE HOTLINE - 405-522-3908 or 918-256-7841
ext 426; to file a complaint of  quality of care or access to mental health services in Oklahoma.

OKLAHOMA DEPT. OF TOURISM & RECREATION - 800-652-6552; providing recreational information of State of Oklahoma to the public.

OKLAHOMA DISABILITY LAW CENTER - 2828 E 51 St., Suite 302, Tulsa, OK 74105; 800-226-5883 (V/TDD); provides free legal services to people with physical or mental disabilities. To go to their web site click here:
www.flash.net/~odlcokc

OKLAHOMA HEAD START & EARLY HEAD START - 405-524-4124; program for pregnant mothers and children up to age 5 from low income families. To go to their web site click here: www.okacaa.org

OKLAHOMA HEALTH CARE AUTHORITY - 800-522-0310; providing Medicaid & SoonerCare health care. Apply through DHS. To go to their web site click here: www.ohca.state.ok.us

OKLAHOMA PARENT CENTER - 877-553-4332 (parents only) - statewide training and info for parents of disabled children.

OKLAHOMA SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND - 918-781-8200 OR 877-229-7136; serving children birth through age 21.  Services are free. To go to their web site click here: www.osb.k12.ok.us/index/html

OKLAHOMA SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF - 580-622-4900; providing early education for ages 2-6 yrs. To go to their web site click here: www.osd.k12.ok.us

OKLAHOMA STATE DEPT. HEALTH - 1000 N.E. 10th St., Okla City, OK 73117-1299; 405-271-5600; contact for the location nearest you. To go to their web site click here: www.health.state.ok.us

OKLAHOMA STATE DEPT. HEALTH - 1212 Reynolds, Poteau, OK; 918-647-8601; immunizations, family planning, guidance center, Eldercare, WIC, early childhood intervention, cancer detection, serving entire LeFlore county. Some services free, some services based on income. To go to their web site click here: www.health.state.ok.us

OKLAHOMA STATE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES - 106 Rogers Av., Poteau, OK; 918-647-3123 or 918-647-3124; employment services for residents of Oklahoma.

OKLAHOMA STATE INSURANCE DEPT. - Oklahoma City, OK; 405-521-2828 or 800-522-0071; providing information on insurance companies, policies & regulations in Oklahoma.

OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION SERVICE - 120 E Chickasaw (Courthouse), Sallisaw, OK 74955; 918-775-4838; providing programs/information on agriculture, families, home, garden, natural resources & 4-H youth groups.  Serving residents of Sequoyah county.

OKLAHOMA VETERANS CENTER - End of Hwy 63A, Talihina, OK; 918-567-2251; long term nursing care facility for veterans only.

OKLAHOMA VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION OF POTEAU - 1507 S. McKenna, Poteau, Ok 74953; 918-647-8121; providing training & employment services for adults with physical & mental disabilities.  Serving all of LeFlore county except towns of Talihina, LeFlore & Wilburton.

OKLAHOMA VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION OF WILBURTON - Eastern Oklahoma State College, P.O. Box 1050, Wilburton, OK 74578; 918-465-2219; providing training & employment services for adults with physical & mental disablities.  Serving towns of Talihina, LeFlore & Wilburton.

OLD FORT WOODCARVERS - call 479-646-3973 for more info.

OLD TOWN CRUISERS - for info call 479-471-8350.

ONE STEP CARE PROGRAM - 111 E. Chickasaw, Sallisaw, OK; 918-776-0700; provides counseling, drug & alcohol recovery program.

ON-THE-JOB TRAINING PROGRAM OF CHEROKEE NATION - P.O. Box 948, Tahlequah, OK 74465; 918-456-0671 ext 2328 or 2462; offers training in occupational trades, must be Indian descent, live in Cherokee nation & be low income. To go to their web site click here: www.cherokee.org

ORAL HEALTH AMERICA - an advocacy group that works to increase the visibility and public understanding of oral health and to
develop,  implement and facilitate educational, informational and service programs designed to improve oral health;  visit the web site at www.oralhealthamerica.org or contact them by phone at 1-312-836-9900.

ORGAN DONATIONS - go to www.organdonor.gov.

OSU EXTENSION SERVICES - 120 E. Chickasaw (Courthouse), Sallisaw, OK; 918-775-4838; programs/information on agriculture, families, home, garden, natural resources & 4-H youth groups. Serving residents of Sequoyah County.

OUTREACH CENTER OF SALLISAW - 319 W. Choctaw, Sallisaw, OK; 918-775-6443; temporary emergency shelter & meals for homeless, in Christian environment.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS - for more info call 479-474-9606 or 479-452-1185.

OZARK RAPE CRISIS HOTLINE & REFERRAL SERVICE - 800-818-1189; providing services to 6 Arkansas counties.

PANAMA SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER - 411 Main St., Panama, OK 74951; 918-963-4346 or 918-963-2255; on-site & home delivered meals to shut-ins, transportation, home repair, medicine program, information & referrals. Monday - Friday, serving ages 60+, small charge for meals, other services free.

PARALYZED VETERANS OF AMERICA MID-SOUTH CHAPTER - an organization that supports research for the cure of spinal cord injuries, provides needed wheelchairs and prosthetic equipment for the disabled (both vets and non-vets),  advocates for the rights of the disabled, and aids in the rehab of spinal cord injured vets through sports and recreation programs;  the local unit runs a thrift store at 3500 Jenny Lind in Ft. Smith and may be contacted by phone at 479-494-7282.

PARENTS ANONYMOUS - 523 Garrison Ave., Ft. Smith, AR; 800-482-5964 or 479-785-4046; support group meetings for parents, open to public, Tuesday 6:30pm - 7:30pm. No charge.

PARENTS WITHOUT PARTNERS - 800-637-7974; To go to their web site click here: www.parentswithoutpartners.org

PARIS SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER - 331 S. First St., Paris, AR 72855; 479-963-3475; on-site & home delivered meals to shut-ins, local transportation, crafts, gospel singing, games, fun activities. Housing assistance if HUD approved, serving north Logan county ages 60+. Meals $1.00 each, other services free.

PARKINSON'S DISEASE FOUNDATION - 800-457-6676.

PARTNERSHIP FOR PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE - a nationwide program that brings together diverse medical groups to help
qualifying patients who lack prescription coverage get the medicines they need from participating public and private programs;  this program serves as a "clearinghouse" for prescription assistance programs and can help people locate the best assistance program to help get their medications either free or at greatly reduced rates;  htere is no cost to use this service;  call 1-888-4PPA-NOW (1-888-477-2669) or go to their web site at www.pparx.org.

PEACHTREE HOSPICE - a physician directed program that compassionately addresses the medical, spiritual, emotional and social needs of the terminally ill and their families; located at 4300 Rogers Ave., Ste. 33, Ft. Smith (479-494-0100) and at 215 Dewey, Poteau, OK (918-647-7008).

PEOPLE AGAINST CHILD MOLESTATION - for more info call 918-427-6860.

PEOPLE HELPING PEOPLE - 479-648-1033; family or friends of disabled or handicapped meet to exchange ideas and /or equipment.  Call for times and locations of meetings.

PEOPLE, INC. OF SEQUOYAH COUNTY - 205 S. J.T. Stites Blvd., Sallisaw, OK 74955; 800-318-6866 or 918-775-7787; offering vocational, residential & youth/family services, including: housing, employment, parenting classes & referrals. To go to their web site click here: www.peopleinc.org

PERS  (Personal Emergency Response Systems) - information  is available at www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/pubs/services/pers/htm.

PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) - an advocacy group that works to prevent abuse in all animal groups;  for more info call 757-622-PETA or visit the web site at www.peta-online.org.

PETFINDERS - provides information and resources for pet adoption and pet care;  visit the web site at http://learn.petfinder.com or call 800-666-5678.

PHONE FRIEND HELPLINE - a phone service for children ages 5 - 12 who need someone to talk to about anything at all;  available
24 hrs., 7 days a week;  call 1-888-723-3225.

PHOTOGRAPH ALLIANCE - for more info call 479-784-2787.

PILOT CLUB - for information call 1-479-646-4007.

PIONEER GROUP - 500 N. "F" St., Ft. Smith, AR; 479-785-2202; Alcoholics Anonymous support group.

PLAY IT AGAIN ARKANSAS - a statewide program that works to get musical instruments to needy band students who cannot afford them;  those interested should initiate contact through their local junior high or high school band director.

PMS ACCESS - 800-222-4PMS

POISON HOTLINE OF ARKANSAS - 800-376-4766; informational service on poison, chemical & drugs/medication (illegal, perscription & non-perscription). No charge for services.

POISON CONTROL HOTLINE OF OKLAHOMA - 800-764-7661

POST-ABORTION GROUP - confidential women's group (479-484-5244).

POTEAU ADULT CENTER - 300 S. McKenna, Poteau, OK; 918-647-2769; serving senior citizens of Poteau area, fun activities, crafts, dance class, music jamboree each Saturday at 6pm.  All activities free.

POTEAU CHOCTAW NATION FIELD OFFICE - 109 Kerr Av., Poteau, Ok 74953; 918-647-9324 or 800-522-6170; on-the-job training, educational opportunities, must live in Choctaw Nation & have CDIB card. Income guidelines apply.

POWER OF NOW - for more info call 782-9233.

PREGNANCY CRISIS CENTER - 2408 S. 51st Court, Suite "F", Ft. Smith, AR; 479-484-5244; free pregnancy tests, counseling, medical information, clothing, abortion alternatives, "Earn While You Learn" program, for any young girl or woman facing untimely pregnancy. Monday - Friday, 10am - 4pm, all services free.

PREGNANCY SUPPORT CENTER - for more info call 479-452-2260.

PRETTY VILLAGE APARTMENTS - 804 S. Caddo, Muldrow, OK 74948; 918-427-6774 or 918-427-4748; low income housing for elderly age 62+ and disabled, utilities paid, HUD approved, rent based on income.

PREVENT BLINDNESS AMERICA - provides information on community and patient services, programs and research;
800-331-2020;  web address is www.preventblindness.org.

PREVENTION RESOURCE CENTER - prevention programs for Crawford, Franklin, Logan, Polk, Scott & Sebastian counties;  a
literature clearinghouse is open to the public by appointment;  training on varied topics is also available;  479-783-1916.

PREVENTION SERVICES OF CHEROKEE NATION - P.O. Box 948, Tahlequah, OK 74465; 800-256-0671 or
918-456-0671; offering in-home parenting education, transportation, emergency financial help, preventive daycare, referrals, advocacy. Must have CDIB card, serving 14 Oklahoma counties. To go to their web site click here: www.cherokee.org

PROJECT COMPASSION - 1205 S. Albert Pike, Ft. Smith, AR; 479-783-2273; providing caregiver support services, nursing home visits, information & referral service, in-home support services. Serving 8 Arkansas counties.

PSORIASIS SUPPORT GROUP  - call  479-474-1258 or 479-648-2990.

PURINA CAT INFORMATION HOTLINE - 800-CAT-CARE or 800-228-2273; to go to their web site click here: www.catchow.com

QUAIL RUN APTS - subsidized housing for low-income families located in Mulberry, Arkansas;  1 and 2 bedrooms are
available;  for more info call 1-479-997-8004.

RADIO PROGRAMS ONLINE - a source for radio programs available from your computer by going online covering a large array of topics; go to www.aarp.org/leisure/radio/pt/

RAGON FAMILY CENTER - 3200 N. 6th St., Ft. Smith, AR 72904; 479-783-4161; offers food pantry, tutoring, children's activities, computer classes, household supplies, to low income residents of Ragon Homes. Call before going.

RAGON HOMES - 3200 N. 6th St., Ft. Smith, AR 72904; 479-783-6785; subsidized apartments for low income families.
Utilities paid.

RAGAN HOMES ACTIVITY CENTER - 3300 N. 6th St., Ft. Smith, AR; 479-783-4497; providing sports, music, crafts, Boys & Girls Scouts, computers, bowling, skating, snacks for ages 5 yr-18 yrs, open to public, Monday-Friday, no charge. To go to their web site click here: rainbowsingers.tripod.com

RANDSTAD - 3301 S 70, Ft. Smith (479-452-7315).

RAPE CRISIS SERVICE - 800-794-4175; providing counseling, referrals, & advocacy.

RATCLIFF DENTAL CLINIC - services are restricted to low-income persons only;  call 479-635-4800 for more info.

RAY BAKER SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER - 3600 N. Albert Pike, Ft. Smith, AR; 479-782-0386; on-site & home delivered meals to shut-ins, recreation, transportation, games, fun activities, crafts, serving ages 60+. Activities are free.

RAZORBACK CHAPTER MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY ASSOC. - 4943 Old Greenwood Rd. #3, Ft. Smith, AR;
479-646-0022; Free MDA clinic offering diagnostic & followup care, support groups, summer camp, community education, serving all ages in 24 counties of Ark. & OK. To go to their web site click here: www.mdausa.org

REACH OUT HOTLINE - 800-522-9054; 24 hour hotline for info on substance abuse & mental health concernes. Call for the location of your local Oklahoma Mental Health Center.

READINESS & PREPARATION WEB SITE  (READY.GOV) - a U.S. Government web site with all kinds of information on how to be properly prepared and ready for national disasters and other emergencies, including details on how to put together a complete Emergency Supply Kit.;  to go to the site click here:  Ready.gov.

RECALL INFORMATION ON DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS - for a listing of defective products that have been recalled by the government,  go to www.recalls.gov .

REDBIRD SMITH HEALTH CENTER OF CHEROKEE NATION - 301 S. J.T. Stites Av., Sallisaw, OK; 918-775-9159; offering full family health care services, including: prenatal, behavorial, nursing services, nutrition, pharmacy, WIC, mammography, lab, transportation, immunizations, serving tribal members of Cherokee Nation. Free for those qualifying. To go to their web site click here: www.rosa.carter@mail.his.gov

REMNANT MINISTRY of EVANGEL TEMPLE - every Thursday at 6:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall at the intersection of Towson & Dodson Ave. in Ft. Smith;  after a short service a hot meal is served and then groceries and clothing are distributed.

RENAL DISEASE HOTLINE - 800-472-8664; serves as a clearinghouse for renal related organizations & a resource for patients and their families.

REPUBLICAN WOMEN OF SEBASTIAN CO. - call 479-452-4322 for more info.

RESTORATION HOUSE - a drug and alcohol rehabilitation facility operated by Hearts of Hope in Alma, AR for both male and female;  for more complete information call 479-632-8253.

RETIREMENT PLANNING - a service offered by the American Savings Education Council, a non-profit group;  visit their web site at www.asec.org.

REVERSE MORTGAGE - in recent months several older clients of the Clearinghouse have inquired about "Reverse Mortgages" which allows the homeowner to get cash while still living in the home,  with the lender being repaid through the sale of the home only when the homeowner moves out or dies;  detailed information about this type of mortgage can be found at www.aarp.org/revmort

REYNOLDS, DON W., CANCER SUPPORT HOUSE - 3324 S. "M" St., Ft. Smith, AR; 800-262-9917 or 479-782-6302; providing referrals, educational programs, support groups, emotional support for cancer survivors & families. To go to their web site click here. www.reynoldscancersupporthouse.org

RIVER VALLEY MEDIATION CENTER - 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.

RIVER VALLEY NATURE CENTER - A new nature center packed with interactive exhibits, educational programs and natural beauty is coming soon. The Janet Huckabee Arkansas River Valley Nature Center is the third in a series of four nature centers planned by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission with money from the conservation sales tax.  The Janet Huckabee Arkansas River Valley Nature Center is being built on 170 acres of former Fort Chaffee land next to Wells Lake, in Fort Smith. Wells Lake is a popular spot for fishing and picnics. The chosen site is typical of the River Valley region, and is home to a wide variety of plants and wildlife. Each of the nature centers will showcase the nature, environment, history and unique features of its surrounding area. They are designed to be multifaceted, easy to use and accessible to the mobility impaired.  Visit their web site at www.rivervalleynaturecenter.com.

RIVER VALLEY TOBACCO-FREE COALITION - provides education on the dangers of tobacco use and second-hand smoke and cessation materials;  for more info contact Mona Clemons, Project Coordinator, 2321 Rogers Ave.,  Ft. Smith  AR  72901 or call 479-782-3260 (fax is 479-782-3686) or e-mail to rvtfc@cox-internet.com.

ROLAND NUTRITION CENTER & SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER - 805 S. Roland Rd., Roland, OK; 918-427-6843; on-site & home delivered meals to shut-ins, fun activities, games, day trips, special occasion events, serving Roland residents ages 60+.  $1.00 donation for meal is appreciated, most activities are free.

ROPER APPLIANCES CUSTOMER SERVICE - 800-447-6737; www.roperappliances.com

RUBIN WHITE HEALTH CLINIC - 109 Kerr Av., Poteau, OK; 918-649-1100; offering full family health care services, including: radiology & dental services.  Serving entire LeFlore county. Must have CDIB Indian card from federally recognized tribe. Services free to those who qualify.