The following resources are available to the community.
Community Care Liaison
The LifeWise StL Community Care Liaison supports adult individuals and families when they initially connect with LifeWise StL. The Community Care Liaison can help address immediate basic needs, and appropriately refer individuals to internal and external programs.
If you are in crisis or just need some support, the Community Care Liaison can help you connect to local resources, connect to programs and services at LifeWise StL, understand eligibility for social services, apply for Food Stamps or Medicaid, and more.
Call 314-329-7147 to schedule an appointment.
City Harvest Market
Our Market provides a level of access to fresh and healthy foods that would otherwise be too expensive for purchase. There are many community options for free canned goods, but this model is unique in its provision of fresh and frozen alternatives. Not a traditional food pantry, our market provides a dignified, quality shopping experience.
Hours:
Wednesdays: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Thursdays: 10:00am – 12:00pm and 4:00pm – 6:30pm
How it works:
- No waiting in the lobby; please wait in your car or outside until you receive a text/page that it is your turn to shop.
- Use your smartphone to get in line at https://app.waitwhile.com/lists/lifewisestl/join or scan the QR code below.
- Click “Join waitlist.”*
- Enter your name and phone, and click confirm.
*You will not be able to join the waitlist, if the market is not open.
No smartphone? Register in the lobby to receive a pager.
Please note:
- Only one adult shopper per spot.
- No children at this time.
- Face mask required.
- Do not enter if you feel sick or have been diagnosed with COVID-19 within the past 14 days.
The Bodega
The Bodega provides convenient access to affordable, high-quality essentials that support families in redirecting money and resources towards other financial planning and goals. Some of the items that are sold in the Bodega include: new and gently used clothing, new underwear and socks, baby supplies, personal care and household items.
Hours:
Thursdays: 10:00am – 2:00pm and 4:00pm – 6:30pm
New Procedure:
- No waiting in the lobby, wait in your car or outside until you receive a text/page that it is your turn to shop.
- Use your smartphone to get in line at https://app.waitwhile.com/lists/lifewisestl/join or scan the QR code below.
- Click “Join waitlist.”*
- Enter your name and phone, and click confirm.
*You will not be able to join the waitlist if the Bodega is not open.
No smartphone? Register in the lobby to receive a pager.
Please note:
- Two shopping spots will be allowed in the Bodega at the same time.
- Only one adult shopper per spot.
- No children at this time.
- Face mask required.
- Do not enter if you feel sick or have been diagnosed with COVID-19 within the past 14 days.
The Family Center
The Family Center provides a safe, educational environment for children while their parents are participating in LifeWise StL programs, classes or workshops. The Family Center allows LifeWise StL to provide childcare during all adult programs.
Spots are limited and must be reserved prior to each adult education class.