Silver Creek

Local offices in Silver Creek

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

• Local office · City office

  Town of Silver Creek Town Hall

  20 Second Street, Silver Creek, MS 39663

  Help here

  • Town office servicesContact the town office about town services and local government.
  • Water service and billsContact the town about water service or your water bill.
  Call 601-886-7866DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on mmlonline.com

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Silver Creek

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

Offices for all of Lawrence County

Silver Creek is in Lawrence County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Mississippi Department of Human Services, Lawrence County Office

  1200 Nola Road, Monticello, MS 39654

  Help here

  • SNAP and TANFApply for food and cash assistance and get help with your benefits.Apply online
  Call 601-587-7632DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Lawrence County Health Department

  1230 Nola Road, Monticello, MS 39654

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet public health services, including clinic care and immunizations.
  • WICWIC provides food and nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.
  Call 601-587-2561DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Mississippi Division of Medicaid, Brookhaven Regional Office

  1372 Johnny Johnson Drive, Brookhaven, MS 39601

  Help here

  • Medicaid assistanceGet information and help with Medicaid applications for residents of Lawrence County.
  Call 601-835-2020DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on medicaid.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

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211ms.com

• Older adults · Regional office

  Southwest Mississippi Planning and Development District / Area Agency on Aging

  100 South Wall Street, Natchez, MS

  Help here

  • Aging and disability servicesGet information about services for older adults, adults with disabilities, and caregivers.Read more
  Call 601-446-6044DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Lawrence County Veterans Service Office

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpGet help applying for veterans benefits and services.
  Call 601-587-3006Website

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

Everything in Lawrence County

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