Clarke County

Local offices in Clarke County

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• State office · State office

  Mississippi Department of Human Services, Clarke County Office

  29 Harris Ave, Quitman, MS 39355

  Help here

  • SNAP and TANFApply for food assistance or cash help through the county MDHS office.Apply online
  Call 601-776-3756DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mdhs.ms.gov

• Community action · Regional office

  Multi-County Community Service Agency

  Help here

  • Community action programsContact the agency about local community action programs and assistance.
  Call 601-483-4838Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mdhs.ms.gov

• Public health · State office

  Clarke County Health Department

  426 West Donald, Quitman, MS 39355

  Help here

  • Public health clinic servicesCall or visit for county health department clinic services.
  • WICVisit the health department clinic to apply for WIC nutrition support.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 601-776-2149DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on msdh.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.
  Call 211Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211ms.com

• Veterans · County office

  Clarke County Veterans Service Office

  100 East Church Street, Quitman, MS 39355

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.
  Call 601-776-2461DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on msva.ms.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Clarke County Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Disaster assistance and unmet needsCall the county emergency manager to report storm damage or other unmet needs.
  Call 601-776-2256Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on msema.org

• Library · Regional office

  East Mississippi Regional Library System

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse the regional library system for books, public computers, and other library services.
  Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on emrl.lib.ms.us

Clarke County, Mississippi website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Clarke County

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Cities and towns in Clarke County

• Enterprisenot checked yet
• Pachutanot checked yet
• Quitman
• Shubutanot checked yet
• Stonewall

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