General Info

The Division of Economic Assistance is a part of the Mississippi Department of Human Services, which is operated by the government of the state of Mississippi. The division helps the general public in achieving self-sufficiency. It also promotes personal responsibility for the state s residents. The division administers the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The Mississippi Department of Human Services operates communication ands human resources divisions. The department offers a range of child supports and community services. Its youth services division administers an adolescent offender program. The Mississippi Department of Human Services also administers an aging and adult Services division that works for protecting the rights of senior citizens.