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MDHS Announces Issuance of Partial November SNAP Benefits
Jackson, MS – The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) announced today that it will begin partial distribution of SNAP benefits following official guidance from the United States Department of…
MDHS Announces Temporary Pause in SNAP Benefits Due to Federal Shutdown
The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) announced today that due to the ongoing federal shutdown, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for the month of November will not be issued….
SHIP Provides Free and Unbiased Medicare Guidance
Medicare open enrollment is October 15, 2025 through December 7, 2025. The State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) helps eligible Mississippians navigate the choices available for joining, switching, or updating…
Giving a Voice to the Vulnerable
The Role of Mississippi’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program When we think about long-term care facilities—such as nursing homes, assisted living centers, and personal care homes—we often picture safe, supportive environments that…
SNAP Fraud Investigation Leads to Plea Agreement in Benton County
A Benton County, MS, resident who was charged with welfare fraud has entered into a plea agreement following an investigation by the Mississippi Department of Human Services Investigation Division. MDHS…
SNAP Fraud Investigation Leads to Plea Agreement in Oktibbeha County
An Oktibbeha County, MS, resident who was charged with program fraud has entered into a plea agreement following an investigation by the Mississippi Department of Human Services Investigation Division. MDHS…
Choctaw County DHS Office to Temporarily Close for Maintenance
Effective August 19, 2025, the Choctaw County Human Services Office will be closed by Choctaw County officials for maintenance. The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) is making every effort…
SNAP Fraud Investigation Leads to Indictment in Pearl River County
A Pearl River County, Miss. resident surrendered to authorities on August 8, 2025, following a SNAP fraud investigation conducted by the Investigations Division of the Mississippi Department of Human Service…
Parents currently on CCPP Waitlist are encouraged to watch for an invitation to apply
Parents interested in applying for the CCPP that are not currently on the waitlist may submit their name to be placed on the waitlist. The Mississippi Department of Human Services…
SNAP Fraud Investigation Leads to Indictment in Benton County
A Benton County, Miss. resident surrendered to authorities on April 23, 2025, following a SNAP fraud investigation conducted by the Investigations Division of the Mississippi Department of Human Service (MDHS)….