Smith County

Local offices in Smith County

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

• Human services · State office

  Smith County Department of Human Services

  353 Highway 37, Raleigh, MS

  Help here

  • Food and cash assistanceApply for SNAP or TANF and get help with your case.
  • Child supportGet help with child support services and case questions.
  • Social servicesAsk about social services available through the county office.
  Call 601-782-4505DirectionsWebsite

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

• Community action · Regional office

  Multi-County Community Service Agency

  Help here

  • Community servicesContact the agency to ask about community assistance programs serving Smith County.
  Website

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

• Public health · State office

  Smith County Health Department

  353 Highway 37, Raleigh, MS 39153

  Help here

  • Public health servicesVisit the health department for local public health services.
  • WICAsk the clinic about WIC food and nutrition support for eligible families.
  Call 601-782-4472DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Weems Community Mental Health Center, Smith County

  355 Highway 37 South, Raleigh, MS 39153

  Help here

  • Mental health servicesGet local mental health services through Weems Community Mental Health Center.
  Call 601-782-9461DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on weemsmh.com

• 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

• Older adults · Regional office

  East Central Planning and Development District Area Agency on Aging

  280 Commercial Drive, Newton, MS 39345

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver servicesOlder adults and caregivers can ask about meals, transportation, and other local support services.
  Call 601-683-2007DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Smith County Veterans Affairs

  Help here

  • Veterans assistanceGet help finding veterans benefits and services.
  Call 601-782-9222Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on smithcountyms.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Smith County Emergency Management / E-911

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseGet information and help with county emergency preparedness and response.
  Call 601-782-9151Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on smithcountyms.gov

Smith County, Mississippi website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Smith County

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

Cities and towns in Smith County

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• Raleigh
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• Taylorsville

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