Human Services

Assists the residents of the City of St. Louis by partnering with and funding local organizations to uplift and support families, seniors, unhoused individuals and people with disabilities.

Email (314) 612-5900 More contact info

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Apply for the Impacted Tenants Fund Request Assistance from the Housing Eviction Law Program (HELP-STL) Human Services Divisions

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Divisions

Homeless Services
Provides a comprehensive approach in responding to the diverse needs of homeless individuals and families in the City of St. Louis.

Office on the Disabled
The Office on the Disabled assists the City in complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

St Louis Area Agency on Aging
Information on elderly services, transportation, food services, medicare, and other related services.

Youth and Family Services
The Youth & Family Services division administers a wide range of programs through partnerships with community based organizations and institutions.

Events

May 12

St. Louis Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council Meeting
09:00 AM, St. Louis Area Agency on Aging
May 19

SLAAA Board of Directors Meeting
09:00 AM, St. Louis Area Agency on Aging
May 20

PSA RFP Selection Meeting
10:30 AM, Homeless Services

Procurement

None at this time.

Services

Disabled

Apply for a Non-Residential Disabled Parking Space Permit

Apply for Accessible Parking in Front of Residence

Obtain Accessible Communication Services

Obtain or Renew a Disabled Placard

Report a Disability Discrimination Grievance

Report a Disability Issue

Multiple Audiences

Hold an Accessible Virtual Meeting

Over Sixty

Access Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Services

Acquire Transportation for Seniors

Apply for or Renew the Senior Property Tax Freeze Credit - City of St. Louis

Apply for Real Estate Tax Credits and Rent Rebates (Circuit Breaker) for Seniors and Persons with Disabilities

Obtain Assistance Applying for Health Insurance or Medicare

Participate in the Senior Minor Home Repair Program

Participate in the Senior Nutrition Program

Residents

Apply for the Impacted Tenants Fund

Obtain Energy Utility Assistance

Request Assistance from the Housing Eviction Law Program (HELP-STL)

Youths and Teens

Free Summer Food Program

News and Announcements

City Prepares for Winter Weather Activity March 15-16, 2026
Today’s weather events will drastically drop temperatures overnight through Tuesday, and increase the probability of high winds and snow.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Homeless Services | 03/16/2026
Emergency Shelter and Transportation Available as City of St. Louis Moves to Code Blue Level 3
More than 450 emergency shelter beds will be available in St. Louis on Sunday night, in addition to the baseline of 400 year-round shelter beds.
Press release | Homeless Services,Office of the Mayor | 02/23/2026
Winter Shelter Remains Available in St. Louis
More than 450 emergency shelter beds will be available in St. Louis on Sunday night.
Press release | Homeless Services,Office of the Mayor | 02/02/2026
City of St. Louis Extends Code Blue Level 4 through Sunday Morning
More than 600 emergency shelter beds are available in the city day and night, and transportation to shelter will continue.
Press release | Homeless Services,Office of the Mayor | 01/30/2026

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