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Resource Navigation Program

New Offering!

Resource Navigation

A new client-centered resource navigation program focusing on LGBTQ+ needs that assists clients with navigating:

  • Housing Programs
  • Name Change & Gender Marker Policies & Procedures
  • Health & Medical Care Resources
  • Food Insecurity
  • Gender Affirming Clothing
  • Translation Services (including ASL)
  • And much more!

Resource Navigation Process

Step 1

Initial Consultation

In your first 45-minute consultation, we’ll discuss your hopes, goals, and current concerns. Together, we’ll identify your strengths, explore available resources, and set actionable goals to guide your next steps.

In this visit, we will:

  • Discuss desired outcomes
  • Present any concerns
  • Do a strengths assessment
  • Explore resources
  • Set goals

Step 2

Follow-Up Visits

To provide ongoing support, we offer follow-up appointments tailored to your needs. Whether at our center, in your environment, or a public space, these consultations ensure you receive direct assistance in accessing the services you need.

We’ll provide support through:

  • Follow-ups toward meeting goals
  • Flexible meeting locations
  • Hands-on help with accessing services

Current Offerings

Food Pantry

A food pantry to supplement necessities.

Hygeine Pantry

A hygiene pantry to promote well-being, job readiness, and more.

Bus Passes

Bus Passes are available to assist clients with transportation to appointments and meetings.

Translation Services

Our program is pleased to offer Translation Services, including American Sign Language.

Get in Touch

For more information about this program, contact Emilia Stauffer (she/her):

Email

Emilia@glocenter.org

Call

417-860-4368

Location

518 East Commercial St
Springfield, MO 65803

Center Hours

Mon, Thu, Fri: 10am - 4pm Tue, Wed: 10am - 3pm

Events/Resources

Monthly Resource Evening

Join us for GLO’s Monthly Resource Night on every first Monday of the month from 5:15–8:00 PM! Each month, we’ll open our doors to provide helpful resources and connect our community with trusted partners and services.

Services will change monthly, but the food and hygiene pantry will always be available along with APO Overdose Prevention & Testing.

APO Medicaid Specialist

An APO Community Health Medicaid Specialist will be at The GLO Center every 4th Monday to provide services to the LGBTQ+ Community.

They'll be able to assist with enrollment, provide resources, and answer your questions.

Walk-ins are welcome!

Upcoming Events

GLO x Wendy's Fundraiser Day 6/26

What: All day long, Wendy’s at 1723 W Republic Road will donate 30% of qualifying sales to GLO when you show the official fundraiser flyer at checkout. Drive-thru, carry-out, and dine-in orders all qualify. Just bring a paper flyer or show the flyer on your phone when ordering.
When: Friday, June 26 @ 6:30AM – 11:59PM
Where: 1723 W Republic Rd, Springfield, MO 65807

Flyer

GLO's Banned Book Club

What: UPDATE: July’s meeting has been moved to June 28 due to it originally landing on a holiday weekend. 📖 July’s book is “Looking for Alaska” by John Green.
When: Sunday, June 28 @ 12PM – 1:30PM
Where: The GLO Center – 518 E Commercial St

GLO Monthly Resource Evening

What: Each month, we’ll open our doors to provide helpful resources and connect our community with trusted partners and services.
Resources this month include the Food Pantry & APO Overdose Prevention & Testing. The last test will be at 7:30pm.
When: Monday, July 6 @ 5:15PM – 8PM
Where: The GLO Center – 518 E Commercial St

Food Pantry Info