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
Financial support supplementing income to help ensure nutritional needs are met
Eligibility: Anyone Eligible for Medicaid (different than Medicare)
-Recipients of Supplemental Security Income
-Recipients of Social Security Disability or Railroad Retirement Benefits
-Federal or State Assistance for the Blind/ Disabled Veterans
SNAP Prescreening: https://www.access.ms.gov/Prescreen/Start
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.
Apply: 800-948-3050
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.
Golden Triangle
Phone: 662-324-7860 ext. 1113.
Program that provides home delivered meals to eligible seniors. Also offers congregate meals at multiple centers with some planned activities. Call for details and eligibilty.
Lowndes County Council on Aging
Phone: 662-327-6999
161 Maple Street
P.O. Box 2075
Columbus, Ms 39704
Home Delivered Meal Service: Meal delivery for eligible seniors Mon-Thurs. Call for details and eligibility.
Mississippi Food Network
Phone: 601-353-7286
First contact to locate and apply for nutritional, social, medical, and financial services. Warehouse distribution center providing food and home goods to local charities. Not a food bank pick up site
Network assists with securing and locating:
-Community food resources - locations, hours, and services
-Emergency food program
-Provides SNAP benefit application assistance
-Provides SNAP benefit application assistance
Division Aging and Adult Services
Phone: 601-359-4915
Assisting aging and vulnerable adults, their families, and caregivers. Connects elderly and their family members to available nutrition resources.
Charity Full Gospel
Phone: 662-352-3637
1254 6th Ave S
Columbus MS 39701
Call for eligibility and details.
Phone: 662-549-5891 Gloria Jones- supervises the pantry
514 20th St
Columbus MS 39702
Phone: 662-327-5137
2219 Main St
Columbus, MS 39701
Food pantry, reduced price clothing, emergency utility assistance, etc. Call for eligibility and details.
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
Lowndes County Council on Aging
Phone: 662-327-6999
161 Maple Street
P.O. Box 2075
Columbus, MS 39704
Home delivered meal service and transportation program.
Division Aging and Adult Services
Phone: 601-359-4915
Assisting aging and vulnerable adults, their families, and caregivers. Nutrition services, legal assistance and advocacy, senior companion program, transportation, respite, homemaker services, etc. Call for eligibilty and details.
Division of Community Services
Phone: 601-359-4768
Offering a variety of assistance programs to eligible Mississippi residents. Call for eligibility and details.
Lowndes County Council on Aging
Phone: 662-327-6999
161 Maple Street
P.O. Box 2075
Columbus, Ms 39704
Dial-A-Bus: Provides door-to-door appt. type transportation for adults 60+. Medical appts receive priority, but bus may also be used for shopping, social, and personal trips. Call for details and eligibility.
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.
Senior Enrichment Center
Phone: 662-328-0437
Variety of activities for seniors. Call for hours of operation and details.