Madison County

Local offices in Madison County

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

• State office

  Mississippi Department of Human Services, Madison County Office

  867 Martin Luther King Drive, Canton, MS 39046

  Help here

  • SNAP and TANFApply for food or cash assistance and get help with your case.Apply online
  • Child supportGet help with child support services and questions about a case.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 601-859-1276DirectionsWebsite

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

• Community action · County office

  Madison County Citizens Services Agency

  140 West Center Street, Canton, MS 39046

  Help here

  • Energy bill helpAsk about help paying eligible home energy bills through LIHEAP.
  • Food and senior servicesAsk about food programs, outreach, and meals for older adults.
  • Information and referralsGet information and referrals to local services for Madison County residents.
  Call 601-855-5710DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · City office

  Canton Housing Authority

  Help here

  • Affordable housingAsk about public housing and other affordable housing programs.
  Call 601-859-4032Website

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

• Public health · State office

  Madison County Health Department

  309 North Hickory Street, Canton, MS 39046

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the health department about local public health services and appointments.
  Call 601-859-3316DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Region 8 Mental Health Services, Madison County

  103 South Lake Circle, Canton, MS 39046

  Help here

  • Behavioral health servicesContact the local Region 8 office about mental health and substance use services.
  Call 601-859-8371DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on region8mhs.org

• State office

  Mississippi Division of Medicaid, Madison County Office

  805 South Wheatley, Suite 300, Ridgeland, MS 39157

  Help here

  • Medicaid servicesContact the regional Medicaid office about Medicaid services and your case.Apply online
  Call 601-956-3350DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Central Mississippi Planning and Development District Area Agency on Aging

  1020 Centre Pointe Boulevard, Pearl, MS 39208

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportAsk about services and referrals for older adults, caregivers, and people with disabilities.
  Call 601-981-1516DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Madison County Veteran Services

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpGet help applying for veterans benefits and finding services for veterans and their families.
  Call 601-855-5518Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on madison-co.com

• Jobs and training · State office

  Pearl WIN Job Center

  3805 Highway 80 East, Pearl, MS 39208

  Help here

  • Job search and trainingGet help searching for work, career counseling, and job training.Read more
  • Unemployment benefitsGet help finding unemployment claim services and filing online.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 601-936-1903DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Madison County Library System

  102 Priestley Street, Canton, MS 39046

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse library resources, digital materials, and programs for people of all ages.
  Call 601-859-7733DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mcls.ms

Madison County, Mississippi website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Madison County

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

Cities and towns in Madison County

• Canton
• Flora
• Gluckstadt
• Madison
• Ridgeland

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