Lucedale

Local offices in Lucedale

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

• State office

  Mississippi Department of Human Services, George County Office

  38 London Street, Suite B, Lucedale, MS 39452

  Help here

  • SNAP and TANFVisit the office for help with food or cash assistance applications.Apply online
  Call 601-947-7551DirectionsWebsite

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

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Community Action of South Mississippi, Lucedale Office

  11 Homes Street, Lucedale, MS 39452

  Help here

  • Community action servicesContact the office to ask about local help and services for residents.
  Call 601-947-7454DirectionsWebsite

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

• Utilities · City office

  City of Lucedale Water Department

  5126 Main Street, Lucedale, MS 39452

  Help here

  • Water bills and servicePay your water bill, ask about payment options, or get help with a past-due or disconnected account.Apply online
  Call 601-947-2082DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  Lucedale City Hall

  5126 Main Street, Lucedale, MS 39452

  Help here

  • City servicesVisit City Hall for help with city government services and questions.
  Call 601-947-2082DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Lucedale Senior Nutrition Site

  7102-A Highway 198 East, Lucedale, MS 39452

  Help here

  • Senior mealsOlder adults can contact the site to ask about senior meal services.
  Call 601-947-2162DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services, Lucedale

  124A Summer Street, Lucedale, MS 39452

  Help here

  • Vocational rehabilitationAsk the office about rehabilitation services for people with disabilities.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Lucedale Public Library

  507 Oak Street, Lucedale, MS 39452

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and use public computers, Wi-Fi, and the meeting room.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

City of Lucedale website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Lucedale

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

Offices for all of George County

Lucedale is in George County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Mississippi Department of Human Services, George County Office

  38 London St, Suite B, Lucedale, MS

  Help here

  • SNAP and TANFApply for food and cash assistance or get help with your application.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 601-947-7551DirectionsWebsite

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

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Community Action of South Mississippi, George County Office

  11 Holmes St, Lucedale, MS 39453

  Help here

  • Energy assistanceApply for help with eligible household energy bills.Read more
  • Food assistanceAsk about emergency food help for George County residents.Read more
  • Head Start and child careAsk about early learning and child care programs for children and families.Read more
  Call 601-770-1340DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  George County Health Department

  166 West Ratliff Street, Lucedale, MS 39452

  Help here

  • Public health clinic servicesGet health clinic services by appointment.
  • WICVisit the clinic for WIC services for eligible women, infants, and children.
  Call 855-767-0170DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Southern Mississippi Planning and Development District, Area Agency on Aging

  10441 Corporate Drive, Suite 1, Gulfport, MS

  Help here

  • Aging servicesContact the Area Agency on Aging for services and support for older adults.Read more
  Call 228-868-2311DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  George County Veterans Service Office

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help with veterans' benefits and claims.
  Website

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

• Emergency help · County office

  George County Emergency Management Agency

  355 Cox St, Lucedale, MS 39452

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and recoveryGet local information about preparing for emergencies and recovering after a disaster.
  Call 601-947-7557DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in George 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