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MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES SHINES A LIGHT ON ELDER ABUSE PREVENTION

Division of Aging and Adult Services Raises Awareness and Spotlights Resources for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2024  Mississippi Department of Human Services Shines a Light on Elder Abuse Prevention…

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SNAP Fraud Investigation Leads to Indictment in Pike County

(Jackson, Miss.) -A Pike County, Miss. resident surrendered to authorities on May 22, 2024, following a SNAP fraud investigation conducted by the Investigations Division of the Mississippi Department of Human…

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Expiration of Waiver of Interview Requirements for SNAP Benefits in Mississippi

What you need to know: Expiration of Waiver of Interview Requirements for SNAP Benefits in Mississippi Jackson, MS – The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) announces the expiration of…

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MDHS Unveils New Website

The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) announced today the launch of its brand-new website, designed to provide a more streamlined and user-friendly experience for website visitors.  To access the…

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MDHS Engages New Firm to Continue Important Civil Litigation to Recover TANF Funds

(Jackson, Miss.) – The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) received approval today from the Mississippi State Personnel Board to proceed with engaging the Jones Walker law firm to move…

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Curriculum Development Project Signals First Step in Strategic Partnership for Early Childhood Development

Jackson MS- The Mississippi Department of Human Services has awarded the Mississippi State University Extension Service $5 million to develop a new curriculum for children from birth through age 5….

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SNAP Fraud Investigation Leads to Guilty Plea in Madison County

(Jackson, Miss) – A Madison County, Miss. resident, has been arrested and later pled guilty to SNAP fraud following an investigation conducted by the Investigations Division of the Mississippi Department…

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SNAP Fraud Investigation Leads to Arrest in Desoto County

(Jackson, Miss.) – A Desoto County, Miss. resident has been arrested for SNAP fraud following an investigation conducted by the Investigations Division of the Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS)….

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Energy Assistance Programs Benefit Mississippi Families

(Jackson, Miss.) – Thousands of Mississippians won’t have to worry about staying warm, thanks to a program offered by the Mississippi Department of Human Services. The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance…

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SNAP Fraud Investigation Leads to Arrest in Marion County

(Jackson, Miss.) – A Marion County, Miss. resident has been arrested for SNAP fraud following an investigation conducted by the Investigations Division of the Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS)….

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