Why Hunger:
Free hotline where you can access information for local soup kitchens, food pantries, congregate meal sites, and government nutrition programs.
English Language: https://whyhunger.org/find-food/
Spanish language: https://whyhunger.org/find-food-es/
National Celiac Association:
Includes information for local resources and gluten-free food pantries.
SNAP: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (food stamps)
Federally funded program administered at the state level
Eligibility: https://www.mdhs.ms.gov/applications/
CSFP: Commodity Supplemental Food Program
Monthly box may include a variety of the following: juice, farina, oats, ready-to-eat cereal, rice, pasta, peanut butter, dry beans, canned meat, poultry, or fish, and canned fruits and vegetables.
Eligibility: Elderly that are at or below 130% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines.
Meals on Wheels:
Mom’s Meals (Possible Cost Associated): https://www.momsmeals.com/
-Pre-made meals available for purchase and/or in some cases covered by Medicare.
-Usually shipped in batches of 10, 14, and 21 days.
-Can store up to 14 days in refrigerator.
-Costs range around <$8.00/meals. Discounts offered for bulk orders and veterans.
Magic Kitchen (Possible Cost Associated): https://www.magickitchen.com/
https://www.magickitchen.com/menu/menu.pdf
https://www.magickitchen.com/menu/menu.pdf
-Most packages are priced at 2 to 4 servings.
-There are some single-serve options.
-Pre-made meals available for purchase and/or in some cases covered by Medicare.
Samaritans Food Pantry
2600 Goodman Road
P.O. Box 576
Horn Lake, MS 38637
HEARTLAND HANDS
1621 Goodman Rd W.
Horn Lake, MS 38637
DeSoto County Mobile Food Distribution
Landers Center, 4560 Venture Dr
Southaven, MS 38671
Sacred Heart Southern Mission:
Phone: 662-342-3180
6144 Hwy 161 N. Walls
Monday & Friday: 9am-Noon & 1pm - 3pm
Olive Branch Food Ministry:
Phone: 662-895-2913
9797 Hwy 178, Olive Branch
Tues 10am-12pm & Thurs 6pm-8pm
Healthcare Assistance:
Rx Assistance:
Medicare Rx Assistance:
Insulin Assistance:
EyeCare America: eligible patients can receive a free eye exam plus a one year follow up for any condition diagnosed in the initial exam.
National Institute of Health: provides information for several organizations that can assist with eye exams, eyeglasses, and eye-related prescriptions.
National Ramp: provides information and resources for obtaining a ramp.
Paying for Senior Care: provides information for state assistance programs for Durable Medical Equipment.
Veterans Crisis Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (Veterans- press 1)
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
Hours: 24/7. Languages: English, Spanish, and 200+ through interpretation service
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration or SAMHSA's National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Crisis Services & Suicide Prevention: Dial 988
Senior Helpers
Phone: 662-655-0088
Open 24 hours
Home health care service
Comfort Keepers
In home care and specialized care
Database with Several Transportation Options:
Rental Assistance
National Low Income Housing Coalition
Senior Living Discounts
Retail, grocery, restaurant, leisure, travel, etc discounts.
Cleaning For A Reason
-Receive 1 free home cleaning each month for 2 months (2 cleanings total)
-Individuals and families who are receiving cancer treatment, recovering from cancer, or in hospice should be eligible.
Southaven Senior Program-Forever Young
3335 Pine Tar Alley
Southaven MS 38672
Through the chamber of commerce
Southaven Forever Young
Phone: 662-895-1138
3335 Pine Tar Alley
Southaven, MS 38672
Bancorp South Sports Center
Olive Branch Senior Center
Phone: 662-890-7182
8800 College St. Olive Branch, MS
Hernando’s Young at Heart
Phone: 662-429-2688
Gale Center 2601 Elm St.
Hernando, MS