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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)….

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Governor Reeves Declares May as “Older Americans Month” in Mississippi

Governor Tate Reeves has designated May as “Older Americans Month” in Mississippi. This recognition of the invaluable contributions of older adults highlights the importance of supporting their well-being within our…

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SNAP Fraud Investigation Leads to Indictment in Kemper County 

A Kemper County, Miss. resident surrendered to authorities on March 25, 2025, following a SNAP fraud investigation conducted by the Investigations Division of the Mississippi Department of Human Service (MDHS)….

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Mississippi Department of Human Services Collaborates with Deloitte to Upgrade Case Management Systems

Jackson, MS—May 19, 2025—The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) has awarded a contract to Deloitte Consulting LLP to enhance critical case management systems software that supports both internal and…

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Letters to CCPP Providers and Parents

Dear CCPP Child Care Providers: In response to the COVID-19 Pandemic, Mississippi received a temporary increase in funding from the federal government to support child care programs statewide.  Because of…

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ELEVATE: a Quality Support System for Child Care Providers

The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) Division of Early Childhood Care and Development (DECCD) is introducing ELEVATE: A Quality Support System, the first-of-its-kind in the nation quality support system…

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ELEVATE: a Quality Support System for Child Care Providers

SNAP Replacement Benefits Available for Those Affected by Recent Storms 

The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) reminds SNAP recipients who experienced a power outage over six (6) hours due to recent storms to apply for SNAP replacement benefits through…

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SNAP Replacement Benefits Available for Those Affected by Recent Storms 

MDHS Provides Tips To Help Seniors Protect and Access SNAP Benefits

Jackson, MS- As the holiday season approaches, MDHS is dedicated to ensuring that eligible seniors have easier access to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. Through the Elderly Simplified Assistance Program,…

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SNAP recipients encouraged to protect their PIN

The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) reminds SNAP clients to protect their SNAP benefits. Over the past few weeks, the MDHS Office of Inspector General reports an increase in…

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Caring for Our Caregivers: Enhancing Support for Mississippi’s Aging Population

November is National Caregiver Month, which is dedicated to recognizing and supporting caregivers as they provide essential care for others. This year’s theme is “Caregiving Around the Clock.”  Through the…

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