Government Response

• City of Joplin Health Department
• Joplin City Government Facebook page (providing latest information via video from community leaders and government officials)
• Jasper County Health Department 
• Missouri Department of Public Health
• Center for Disease Control – What you need to know about COVID-19 and guidelines for how to stop the spread.

Local School Districts

• Joplin School District
  
• Baxter Springs School District
• Carl Junction School District
• College Heights Christian School
• Carthage School District
• Galena School District
• Neosho School District
• Riverton School District
• Seneca School District
• Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School
• Webb City School District

Community Resources

• Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce
• Joplin Public Library - Closure information and online books and resources
• Local Workforce Resources - including unemployment information, food stamps, and other social services

Resources for Older Adults

• Area Agency on Aging
• Many area stores are offering exclusive shopping hours for older adults and other vulnerable individuals who should avoid public interaction as much as possible during this time. Please call your local store to confirm days/times of this service.