Florence
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Local offices in Florence
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
Florence Water Department
203 College Street, Florence, MS 39073
Help here
- Water bills and servicePay a city water bill, ask about an account, or apply for new water service.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofflorencems.com
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
Local office · City office
Florence City Hall
203 College Street, Florence, MS 39073
Help here
- City services and recordsContact City Hall for general city questions, clerk services, and city records.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofflorencems.com
Library · Regional office
Florence Public Library
115 West Main Street, Florence, MS 39073
Help here
- Library materials and public resourcesBrowse books, use library resources, or ask staff for information and help.
- Printing and document servicesPrint, copy, scan, or fax documents at the library.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cmrls.lib.ms.us
Parks and recreation · City office
Florence Parks and Recreation
Help here
- Community center and recreationAsk about the community center, pavilions, and sports registration.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofflorencems.com
City of Florence, Mississippi website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Florence
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Mississippi Food Network
440 W. Beatty Street, Jackson, MS 39201
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Mississippi Center for Legal Services
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
South Central Community Action Agency, Inc.
3891 I-55 South Frontage Road, Jackson, MS 39282-6590
Listed on mdhs.ms.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Rankin County
Florence is in Rankin County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
State office · State office
Rankin County Office, Mississippi Department of Human Services
603 Marquette Rd, Brandon, MS
Help here
- SNAP and TANF assistanceAsk about applying for food or cash assistance through the county office.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mdhs.ms.gov
Local office · Nonprofit
211 Mississippi
Help here
- Local help and referralsCall 211 to find local help with food, housing, health care, bills, jobs, and other needs.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on myunitedway.com
Public health · State office
Rankin County Health Department
401 Parkway Dr, Pearl, MS 39208
Help here
- County health servicesContact the health department about public health services and appointments.
- WICAsk the clinic about WIC nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on msdh.ms.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
Rankin County Circuit Clerk
215 E. Government St, Brandon, MS 39042
Help here
- Court information and filingsContact the Circuit Clerk for information about court records, filings, and court procedures.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on rankincountyms.org
Older adults · Regional office
Central Mississippi Planning and Development District Area Agency on Aging
1020 Centre Pointe Blvd, Pearl, MS 39208
Help here
- Aging and disability supportAsk about meals, transportation, and other support for older adults and adults with disabilities.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cmpdd.org
Veterans · County office
Rankin County Veterans Service Office
211 E. Government St, Suite A, Brandon, MS 39042
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on msva.ms.gov
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