Louisville
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Ask in your own words. We look up programs and offices for Louisville and tell you where to go next.
Local offices in Louisville
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Housing authority · City office
The Housing Authority of the City of Louisville
605A West Main Street, Louisville, MS 39339
Help here
- Public housingContact the housing authority to ask about public housing and available housing assistance.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on hud.gov
Utilities · City office
Louisville Electric System and Water Department
871 South Columbus Avenue, Louisville, MS 39339
Help here
- Electric, water, and sewer serviceVisit the utility office to arrange service, pay a bill, or ask about a utility bill.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityoflouisvillems.com
Jobs and training · State office
Louisville WIN Job Center
790 North Court Avenue, Louisville, MS 39339
Help here
- Job search and career helpVisit the center for job search help, career counseling, and job or skills training information.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on mdes.ms.gov
Library · County office
Winston County Library
100 West Park Street, Louisville, MS 39339
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to borrow materials, use public computers and Wi-Fi, or get printing and copying help.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on midmisslib.com
Local office · City office
Louisville City Clerk
2373 South Church Avenue, Louisville, MS 39339
Help here
- City services and paymentsVisit the City Clerk for city information, tax payments, landfill payments, and municipal court fines.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cityoflouisvillems.com
City of Louisville, Mississippi website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Louisville
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Mississippi Food Network
440 W. Beatty Street, Jackson, MS 39201
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
North Mississippi Rural Legal Services, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Prairie Opportunity, Inc.
501 Highway 12 W, Ste. 11, Starkville, MS 39760-1526
Listed on mdhs.ms.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Winston County
Louisville is in Winston County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
State office · State office
Winston County Office, Mississippi Department of Human Services
165 Vance Street, Louisville, MS
Help here
- SNAP and TANF assistanceAsk about applying for food or cash assistance through the county office.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mdhs.ms.gov
Public health · State office
Winston County Health Department
95 Vance Street, Louisville, MS 39339
Help here
- Public health clinic servicesCall the health department to ask about clinic services and appointments.
- WICWIC provides nutrition support for eligible families on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on msdh.ms.gov
State office · State office
Philadelphia Regional Office, Mississippi Division of Medicaid
340 West Main Street, Philadelphia, MS 39350
Help here
- Medicaid information and application helpThis regional office serves Noxubee County residents seeking information about Medicaid and applying for coverage.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on medicaid.ms.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Golden Triangle Area Agency on Aging
Help here
- Aging services and referralsOlder adults can call for referrals to meals, health care, legal help, and other services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on gtpdd.com
Veterans · County office
Winston County Veterans Services Office
5595 Old Robinson Road, Louisville, MS 39339
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help with veterans services and benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on winstoncountyms.org
Emergency help · County office
Winston County Emergency Management
Help here
- Emergency alerts and preparednessGet local emergency alerts and information about preparing for disasters.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on winstoncountyms.org
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
Talk to a person
- United Way of Southeast Mississippi 2-1-1
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 866-472-8265 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988