Batesville
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Local offices in Batesville
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Local office · City office
Batesville City Hall
103 College Street, Batesville, MS 38606
Help here
- City government helpContact City Hall for help with city services, voter registration, city records, or to reach the Mayor’s Office.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on batesvillems.gov
Utilities · City office
Water & Sewer Utility Office
103 College Street, Batesville, MS 38606
Help here
- Water, sewer, and gas billingAsk about utility bills, make a payment, start service, or request a water leak adjustment.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on batesvillems.gov
Library · Regional office
Batesville Public Library
206 US-51, Batesville, MS 38606
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to use its public library services and resources.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on firstregional.org
Jobs and training · State office
Batesville WIN Job Center
325 Lakewood Drive, Batesville, MS 38606
Help here
- Job search and career supportGet help finding a job, career counseling, skills training, and referrals to employment services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on mdes.ms.gov
State office · State office
Batesville Driver License Office
22000A Hwy 35 North, Batesville, MS
Help here
- Driver licensingVisit the office for driver license services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on driverservicebureau.dps.ms.gov
Local office · Regional office
Mississippi 211
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 to find local health and human services and other community resources.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211ms.com
City of Batesville, Mississippi website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Panola County
Batesville is in Panola County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · State office
Mississippi Department of Human Services, Panola County Office
240 Tower Dr, Batesville, MS
Help here
- Benefits assistanceApply for state help with food, cash, and other basic needs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mdhs.ms.gov
Public health · State office
Panola County Health Department
381 Highway 51 South, Batesville, MS 38606
Help here
- Public health servicesGet county health services and information about clinic appointments.
- WICApply for nutrition help for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on msdh.ms.gov
Child support · State office
Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services, Panola County Office
250 Tower Drive, Batesville, MS 38606
Help here
- Child support servicesContact the county office for help with child support services.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on gis.mdcps.ms.gov
Emergency help · County office
Panola County Emergency Operations
Help here
- Emergency planning and responseContact the county about emergency planning and response information.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on panolacoms.com
Veterans · County office
Panola County Veterans Service Office
705 Keating Road, Batesville, MS 38606
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on msva.ms.gov
Older adults · Regional office
North Delta Planning and Development District, Area Agency on Aging
220 Power Drive, Batesville, MS 38606
Help here
- Aging and caregiver servicesOlder adults can ask about meals, in-home help, legal assistance, and other local services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ndpdd.com
Mississippi programs by kind of help
These are run by Mississippi and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - HealthCare.gov
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.
Call 1-800-318-2596 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- Mississippi 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988