Vaiden

Local offices in Vaiden

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

• State office · State office

  Carroll County Office, Mississippi Department of Human Services

  205 Lee St, Vaiden, MS 39176

  Help here

  • Human services benefitsVisit the office to ask about applying for state human services benefits.Apply online
  Call 662-464-5961DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on mdhs.ms.gov

• Local office · City office

  Vaiden City Hall

  201 Mulberry St, Vaiden, MS 39176

  Help here

  • City services and utility setupAsk about town services or apply to start water, sewer, or garbage service.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 662-464-5266DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on vaidenms.gov

• Library · County office

  Vaiden Public Library

  507 Lee Street, Vaiden, MS 39176

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the branch to use its library services and resources.
  Call 662-464-7736DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on carroll.lib.ms.us

Town of Vaiden website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Vaiden

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

Offices for all of Carroll County

Vaiden is in Carroll County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Mississippi Department of Human Services, Carroll County Office

  205 Lee St, Vaiden, MS 39176

  Help here

  • SNAP and TANF assistanceApply for food and cash assistance and get help with your benefits.Apply online
  Call 662-464-5961DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mdhs.ms.gov

• Public health · State office

  Carroll County Health Department

  7225 Hwy 17, Carrollton, MS 38947

  Help here

  • Public health services and WICGet vaccinations, family planning, pregnancy and infant support, and WIC services.Read more
  Call 662-237-9224DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on msdh.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

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211ms.com

• Older adults · Regional office

  North Central Planning and Development District Area Agency on Aging

  28 Industrial Park Blvd, Winona, MS 38967

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportAsk about meals, transportation, and other services for older adults and caregivers.
  Call 662-283-2675DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ncpdd.org

• Veterans · County office

  Carroll County Veterans Service Office

  Carroll County Courthouse, Carrollton, MS 38917

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.
  Call 662-237-9274DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on msva.ms.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Carroll County Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Local emergency and storm assistanceCall the county emergency manager to report storm damage or unmet needs.
  Call 662-237-9268Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on msema.org

Everything in Carroll 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.
• 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