West

Local offices in West

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

• Local office · City office

  Town of West Town Hall

  Help here

  • Town government servicesContact the town clerk for help with town government services.
  Call 662-967-2308Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on sos.ms.gov

• Library · Regional office

  West Public Library

  24843 Highway 51, West, MS 39192

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse library computers, Wi-Fi, printing, copying, faxing, and scanning.
  Call 662-967-2510DirectionsWebsite

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

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve West

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

Job help near West

American Job Centers are free. They help you look for work, write a resume, find training and apply for unemployment benefits. You can ask for an interpreter.

CareerOneStop lists no American Job Center in West. These are the closest.

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Lexington WIN Job Center - Holmes County

  Also helps young people

  17 miles away

  303 Yazoo Street, PO Box 385, Lexington, MS 39095

  Hours: By Appointment Only

  Call 662-834-2426DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 29, 2026

• American Job Center

  Greenwood WIN Job Center

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  33 miles away

  812 West Park Ave., PO Box 554, Greenwood, MS 38930

  Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Closed Wed.. 4:00 p.m.

  Call 662-459-4600DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 23, 2026

• American Job Center

  Carthage WIN Job Center

  Also helps people leaving jail or prison

  34 miles away

  202 C.O. Brooks Street, Carthage, MS 39051

  Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Closed Wed. 4:00 p.m.

  Call 601-267-9282DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on May 16, 2026

Job center and program listings from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Checked on October 10, 2026.

Offices for all of Holmes County

West is in Holmes County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Mississippi Department of Human Services, Holmes County Office

  22419 Depot St, Lexington, MS

  Help here

  • Public benefitsVisit the county office for help with state human services programs.
  Call 662-834-1221DirectionsWebsite

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

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Central Mississippi, Inc. Lexington Office

  303 Yazoo St, Lexington, MS 39095

  Help here

  • Community action servicesThe community action agency helps residents find assistance with energy costs and other community needs.
  Call 662-834-2437DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Holmes County Health Department

  22545 Depot St, Lexington, MS 39095

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe health department offers local public health services and accepts some walk-ins.
  • WICWIC provides nutrition support for eligible women, infants, and children at the health department on Fridays.
  Call 662-834-3142DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Life Help

  101 Hwy 7 South, Greenwood, MS 38935

  Help here

  • Community mental health and substance use servicesLife Help provides community based mental health and substance use services for Holmes County residents.Read more
  Call 662-453-6211DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on region6-lifehelp.org

• State office

  Mississippi Division of Medicaid, Yazoo City Regional Office

  110 North Jerry Clower Boulevard, Suite A, Yazoo City, MS 39194

  Help here

  • Medicaid assistanceThis regional office serves Holmes County and can help residents with Medicaid questions and applications.
  Call 662-746-2309DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  Mississippi 211

  Help here

  • Local help and referralsCall 211 for free, confidential referrals to local health and human services, including help with bills, housing, food, and disaster needs.
  Call 866-472-8265Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on unitedwaysems.org

Everything in Holmes 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