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Help paying bills in Newton County, Missouri

Who to call for help with utility bills, rent, food and more in Newton County, with numbers checked against each agency's own site.

Call these first

Economic Security Corporation of Southwest Area (ESC)Apply for energy assistance (LIHEAP). Say if you have a shutoff notice.
(417) 781-0352
Missouri DSS Family Support Division - Neosho Resource CenterApply for SNAP, Medicaid and cash help.
855-373-4636

What's open right now

Missouri energy assistance: regular help runs October through May, and winter crisis help (ECIP, up to $800) runs November through May while funds last. Apply at dss.mo.gov, through your local agency below, or call 855-373-4636. The Cold Weather Rule runs November 1 to March 31.

Offices usually ask for photo ID, your latest bill or shutoff notice, and proof of household income. Missouri's list: documents DSS may ask for.

Your utility companies

Check the company name on your bill. Many counties have more than one.

Electric

Liberty (The Empire District Electric Company)Neosho (county seat), Seneca, Granby, Diamond. State winter shutoff rules apply.Help programs: Project Help; Action to Support the Elderly; Low Income Pilot Program (LIPP); payment arrangements; medical extension
1-800-206-2300 Bill help program

Natural gas

Spire Missouri (West)Neosho, Seneca, Diamond. State winter shutoff rules apply.Help programs: Missouri Customer Charge Waiver Program (apply via LIHEAP/community action agency); Budget Billing; medical emergency program
800-582-1234 Bill help program

Other local help

Food: Ozarks Food Harvest2810 N. Cedarbrook Ave., Springfield, MO 65803
417-865-3411 Website
Seniors: Region X Area Agency on Aging531 E. 15th Street, Joplin, MO 64804
417-781-7562 Website
Weatherization (lower heating and cooling costs): Economic Security Corp. of the Southwest Area
417-781-0352 Website
Free legal help (eviction, debt): Legal Aid of Western Missouri (Joplin office)
417-782-1650 Website
Health care (sliding fee): ACCESS Family CareSites in county: Neosho
417-451-4447 Website

Checked October 25, 2026. Sources: each agency's own website, state community action list. Programs change, so confirm with the agency.

Got a shutoff notice?

Call your utility today, before the shutoff date. Ask for a payment plan and any winter or medical protections, and apply for energy help at the same time.

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