Lauderdale County

Local offices in Lauderdale County

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

• Human services · State office

  Mississippi Department of Human Services, Lauderdale County Office

  5224 Valley Street, Meridian, MS 39301

  Help here

  • Food and cash assistanceApply for SNAP food benefits and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families cash assistance.Apply online
  • Child supportGet help with child support services through the local MDHS office.
  Call 601-483-3337DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mdhs.ms.gov

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Multi-County Community Service Agency

  2900 Saint Paul Street, Meridian, MS

  Help here

  • Community services assistanceAsk about community programs that may help with energy bills and other basic needs.Read more
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mdhs.ms.gov

• Housing help · Regional office

  Meridian Housing Authority

  2425 E Street, Meridian, MS

  Help here

  • Public housing and housing choice vouchersAsk about public housing and housing choice voucher programs for eligible residents.
  Call 601-693-4285DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on meridianhousing.net

• Public health · State office

  Lauderdale County Health Department

  5224 Valley Street, 2nd Floor, Meridian, MS

  Help here

  • Health department and WIC servicesVisit the health department for public health services and WIC help.
  Call 601-693-2451DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on msdh.ms.gov

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Weems Community Mental Health Center

  1415 College Road, Meridian, MS 39304

  Help here

  • Community mental health servicesContact Weems for community mental health services in Lauderdale County.
  Call 601-483-4821DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on weemsmh.com

• Older adults · Regional office

  East Central Area Agency on Aging

  280 Commercial Drive, Newton, MS 39345

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportGet help finding meals, transportation, and other services for older adults and caregivers.
  Call 601-683-2401DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ecpdd.org

• Veterans · County office

  Lauderdale County Veterans Service Office

  1827 23rd Avenue, Meridian, MS 39302

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.
  Call 601-482-9811DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on msva.ms.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Lauderdale County Emergency Communications Center

  1300 26th Avenue, Meridian, MS 39301

  Help here

  • Emergency communicationsCall 911 for emergency help, or contact the center about local emergency communications.
  Call 601-482-9854DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lauderdalecounty.org

• Emergency help · County office

  Lauderdale County Emergency Management Agency

  2525 14th Street, Meridian, MS

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseGet information about preparing for and responding to local emergencies.
  Call 601-482-9852DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on lemaonline.com

• Jobs and training · State office

  Meridian WIN Job Center

  5313 Old Highway 80 West, Meridian, MS 39307

  Help here

  • Job search and workforce servicesGet help with job placement, career planning, and workforce training services.
  Call 601-553-9511DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mdes.ms.gov

• State office

  Mississippi Driver Service Bureau, Meridian

  910 Highway 11 & 80 East, Meridian, MS 39301

  Help here

  • Driver licenses and identification cardsApply for or renew a Mississippi driver license or identification card.
  Call 601-487-7028DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on driverservicebureau.dps.ms.gov

• Library · County office

  Meridian-Lauderdale County Public Library

  2517 7th Street, Meridian, MS 39301

  Help here

  • Public library servicesUse the library system for books, information, and public learning resources.
  Call 601-693-6771DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on meridianlauderdalecolibrary.com

Lauderdale County website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Lauderdale County

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

Cities and towns in Lauderdale County

• Marion
• Meridian

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.
• 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.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

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