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SNAP Fraud Investigation Leads to Indictment in Oktibbeha County
An Oktibbeha County, Miss. resident surrendered to authorities on April 24, 2025, following a SNAP fraud investigation conducted by the Investigations Division of the Mississippi Department of Human Service (MDHS)….
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)….
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…
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)….
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: An Opportunity to Raise Awareness of Elder Abuse
Mississippi Department of Human Services Raises Awareness and Spotlights Elder Abuse Jackson, MS— The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS), Division of Aging and Adult Services, is recognizing World Elder…
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…
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…
Reopening of Chickasaw County Economic Assistance Office in Houston, MS
Mississippi Department of Human Services officials announce the opening of its new Chickasaw County Economic Assistance Eligibility Office, located at the former WIN Job Center in Houston, MS. This newly…
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…
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…
