Benton County

Local offices in Benton County

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• State office · State office

  Mississippi Department of Human Services, Benton County Office

  183 Court St, Ashland, MS

  Help here

  • SNAP and TANFApply for food or cash assistance and get help with your benefits.Apply online
  • Child care assistanceAsk about help paying for child care.
  Call 662-224-6245DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mdhs.ms.gov

• Community action · Nonprofit

  United Community Action Agency

  380 Ripley Avenue, Ashland, MS 38603

  Help here

  • Community assistanceAsk about local programs that help people with basic needs and the costs of living.
  Call 662-224-8912DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mdhs.ms.gov

• Public health · State office

  Mississippi State Department of Health, Northeast District

  Help here

  • County health clinic servicesCall to find a clinic and make an appointment for public health services.
  Call 855-767-0170Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on msdh.ms.gov

• State office · State office

  Mississippi Division of Medicaid, regional office serving Benton County

  Help here

  • Medicaid applications and helpContact the regional office that serves Benton County for help with Medicaid.Apply online
  Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on medicaid.ms.gov

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Benton County Courthouse

  190 Ripley Ave, Ashland, MS 38603

  Help here

  • County clerk and courthouse servicesContact the courthouse to find the county office that handles your court or records question.
  Call 662-224-6300DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bentoncountyms.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Northeast Mississippi Planning and Development District, Area Agency on Aging

  Help here

  • Aging services and referralsAsk about meals, transportation, in-home help, and other services for older adults.
  Call 662-728-6248Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nempdd.com

• Veterans · County office

  Benton County Veterans Service Office

  Benton County Courthouse, Ashland, MS 38603

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits and service recordsGet help applying for veterans benefits or requesting service records.
  Call 662-224-6325DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on msva.ms.gov

• Library · County office

  Benton County Library System

  247 Court Street, Ashland, MS 38603

  Help here

  • Library materials and public computersBorrow library materials and use public computers and Wi-Fi.Read more
  Call 662-224-6400DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on benton.lib.ms.us

Benton County, Mississippi website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Benton County

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Cities and towns in Benton County

• Ashlandnot checked yet
• Hickory Flatnot checked yet
• Snow Lake Shoresnot checked yet

Mississippi programs by kind of help

These are run by Mississippi and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
• TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• HealthCare.gov

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.

  Call 1-800-318-2596
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026