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.
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.
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 resources
Christian Services-Operation Compassion:
Mobile feeding unit that delivers food prepared at the soup kitchen to eligible areas/individuals 5 days a week.
Southern Mississippi Area Agency on Aging:
Phone: 228-868-2311
Serving the 60+ year population of Central Mississippi
Mississippi Food Network:
Phone: 601-353-7286
-First contact to locate and apply for nutritional, social, medical, or financial services. Warehouse distribution center providing food and home goods to local charities. Not a food bank pickup site. Network assists with securing and locating:
-Community food resources including locations, hours, and services
-Emergency food program
-Provides SNAP benefit application assistance
Bargains and Blessings:
Phone: 601-852-5683
Thrift store providing donated clothes, furniture, etc. at reasonable prices. Items can be shared at no cost in emergency situations. Interview outfits can be supplied if eligible as well.
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
Southern Mississippi Area Agency on Aging
Phone: 228-868-2311
-Serving the 60+ year population of Central Mississippi-Adult Day Care
-Homemaker Services
-Congregate and Home Delivered Meals
-Respite Services
-Transportation
-Homemaker Services
-Congregate and Home Delivered Meals
-Respite Services
-Transportation
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 resources
-Family Caregiver Support Program
-State Long-Term Care Ombudsman
Division of Community Services
Phone: 601-359-4768
-Financial and community services for elderly, disabled, low-income individuals
-Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program
-Weatherization Assistance Program
-Weatherization Assistance Program
Mississippi Non-Emergency Transportation
6360 I-55 North, Suite 201
Jackson, MS 39211
Hours: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday – Friday
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.
Bargains and Blessings
Phone: 601-852-5683
Thrift store providing donated clothes, furniture, etc. at reasonable prices. Items can be shared at no cost in emergency situations. Interview outfits can be supplied if eligible as well.
Oak Grove Senior Center
5874 W. 4th St
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
-Senior center providing activities like bingo, quilting, and checkers
-Other services if eligible like nutritious lunch and diabetic care and supplies