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SNAP Fraud Investigation Leads to Indictment in Monroe County
(Jackson, Miss.) -A Monroe County, Miss. resident was arrested by authorities on October 2, 2024, following a SNAP fraud investigation conducted by the Investigations Division of the Mississippi Department of…
SNAP Fraud Investigation Leads to Indictment in Tate County
(Jackson, Miss.) -A Tate County, Miss. resident surrendered to authorities on September 24, 2024, following a SNAP fraud investigation conducted by the Investigations Division of the Mississippi Department of Human…
Navigating Medicare Made Easy with SHIP
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…
ORAL PROCEEDING ANNOUNCEMENT
THIS MEETING HAS PASSED. SOME LINKS HAVE BEEN DISABLED, YOU MAY CONTACT MDHS COMMUNICATIONS AT ANY TIME. The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) will hold a virtual oral proceeding…
Washington County DHS Office to Temporarily Close for Maintenance
Effective August 19, 2024, the Washington County Human Services Office will be closed for maintenance With the support of Washington County officials, MDHS is making every effort to ensure…
MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES IS FLIPPING THE SCRIPT ON ELDER ABUSE PREVENTION
Division of Aging and Adult Services Raises Awareness and Spotlights Resources for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2025 Mississippi Department of Human Services Shines a Light on Elder Abuse Prevention…
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…
MDHS Issues RFP for Workforce, Afterschool Programs, and Parenthood Initiatives
Welcoming new and existing partners in underserviced areas The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) focused on addressing the critical needs of underserviced…
Governor Reeves Declares May as “Older Americans Month” in Mississippi
Jackson, MS – Governor Tate Reeves has designated May as “Older Americans Month” in Mississippi, recognizing the invaluable contributions of older adults while highlighting the importance of supporting their well-being…
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…