Shelby

Local offices in Shelby

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

• Housing help · City office

  The Housing Authority of the City of Shelby

  1305 Lake Street, Shelby, MS 38774

  Help here

  • Public housingContact the housing authority to ask about low-rent housing assistance.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on hud.gov

• Local office · City office

  Shelby City Hall

  300 Third Avenue, Shelby, MS 38774

  Help here

  • City government servicesContact City Hall for help with city government questions and services.
  Call 662-398-5156DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofshelbyms.org

• Library · County office

  Dr. Robert T. Hollingsworth Public Library

  211 Third Street, Shelby, MS 38774

  Help here

  • Public libraryVisit the library to use books, learning resources, and public internet access.
  Call 662-398-7748DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on bolivar.lib.ms.us

City of Shelby website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Shelby

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

Offices for all of Bolivar County

Shelby is in Bolivar County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Bolivar County MDHS Office, Cleveland

  212 North Pearman Ave, Cleveland, MS

  Help here

  • SNAP and TANFApply for food and cash assistance or get help with an existing case.Apply online
  Call 662-843-8311DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mdhs.ms.gov

• Human services · State office

  Bolivar County MDHS Office, Rosedale

  706 Bradford St, Rosedale, MS

  Help here

  • SNAP and TANFApply for food and cash assistance or get help with an existing case.Apply online
  Call 662-759-3552DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mdhs.ms.gov

• Child support · State office

  Young Williams Child Support Office, Cleveland

  822 N Davis Ave, Cleveland, MS 38732

  Help here

  • Child supportGet help with child support services and case questions.Apply online
  Call 877-882-4916DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mdhs.ms.gov

• Public health · State office

  Bolivar County Health Department

  711 Third Street, Cleveland, MS 38732

  Help here

  • Public health clinic servicesCall the clinic to ask about appointments for local health services.
  • WICWIC offers nutrition help for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.
  Call 662-843-2706DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on msdh.ms.gov

• State office

  Mississippi Division of Medicaid, Cleveland Regional Office

  211 North Chrisman Avenue, Cleveland, MS 38732

  Help here

  • MedicaidGet help applying for Medicaid or updating your coverage information.Apply online
  Call 662-843-7753DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on medicaid.ms.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  Mississippi 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to find local health and human services and other community resources.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211ms.com

Everything in Bolivar County

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.
• 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.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

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