Franklin County

Franklin County Circuit Clerk Office

36 Main Street
Meadville, MS 39653
Phone: 601-384-2001
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: The circuit clerk’s office provides information regarding outstanding restitution and records related to criminal cases.
Website: https://franklincoms.weebly.com/county-government.html

Adams Probation and Parole Office

221 Lower Woodville Road
Natchez, MS 39121
Phone: (601) 446 -7296
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: The Parole and Probation office provides supervision for people who are on probation or parole. Any questions about requirements or conditions of probation and parole should be made to them directly.
Website: https://www.mdoc.ms.gov/About/Pages/Area-Locations.aspx

Crisis and Domestic Violence Support Services

Guardian Victim Services

Natchez, MS
Please call for complete address
Phone: (601) 442-0142
Hours: Please call for complete hours
Crisis Phone: (800) 273-6938
Crisis Hours: Seven days a week, 24 hours
Counties Served: Adams, Amite, Claiborne, Copiah, Franklin, Jefferson, Lawrence, Lincoln, Pike, Walthall, Wilkinson
Services Provided: Guardian Victim Services provides a range of services to support all individuals who are domestic violence and/or sexual abuse survivors which include the following:

  • 30-45 days emergency shelter facility: 22 beds to house up to 5 families
  • Individual counseling and group support programs
  • Housing support for transition to long-term supportive housing programs
  • Case management assessment, treatment planning, treatment services, court advocacy, and referrals to other services

Website: https://www.catholiccharitiesjackson.org/natchez-guardian-shelter-for-battered-families-sexual-assault-center/

Southwest MS Mental Health Complex - Franklin County

47 Main Street East
Meadville, MS 39653
Phone: (601) 384-2261
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Crisis Phone: (877) 353-8689
Crisis Hours: Seven days a week, 24 hours
Services Provided: The Southwest MS Mental Health Complex provides a range of crisis mental health and substance abuse treatment services. Call for more information.
Website: https://www.aclearpath.org/franklin

WINGS Shelter

327 Broad Street
Columbia, MS 39429
Phone: (601) 736-5078
Hours: Monday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Counties Served: Amite, Franklin, Lawrence, Lincoln, Marion, Pike, Walthall
Services Provided: WINGS is a transition program for single mothers and their children who need assistance.
Website: https://www.wingshelter.org/

Disability Services

AbilityWorks of Brookhaven

934 Industrial Park Road, Northeast
Brookhaven, MS 39601
Phone: (601) 835-3902
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Counties Served: Adams, Amite, Copiah, Franklin, Jefferson, Jefferson Davis, Lawrence, Lincoln, Pike, Walthall, Wilkinson
Services Provided: Abilityworks is a community rehabilitation program that provides vocational assessment, job training, and actual work experience for individuals with disabilities.
Website: https://www.mdrs.ms.gov/workforce/vocational-rehabilitation/abilityworks

Vocational Rehabilitation

105 Colonel John Pitchford Parkway
Natchez, MS 39120
Phone: (601) 442-1301
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Counties Served: Adams, Amite, Franklin, Jefferson, Wilkinson   
Services Provided: Vocational Rehabilitation provides employment and other support services for people with disabilities.
Website: https://www.mdrs.ms.gov/workforce/vocational-rehabilitation

Vocational Rehabilitation for the Blind

105 Colonel John Pitchford Parkway
Natchez, MS 39120
Phone: (601) 442-7332
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Counties Served: Adams, Amite, Claiborne, Copiah, Franklin, Jefferson, Warren, Wilkinson  
Services Provided: Vocational Rehabilitation for the Blind provides a range of services to people who are blind and low-vision impaired, including meal planning, recreation, independent living support, and vocational rehabilitation.
Website: https://www.mdrs.ms.gov/workforce/vrb

Office of Special Disability Programs

105 Col. John Pitchford Parkway
Natchez, MS 39120
Phone: (601) 442-8177
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Counties Served: Adams, Claiborne, Franklin, Jefferson, Wilkinson
Services Provided: The Office of Special Disability Programs provides services and disability services for people with disabilities, including case management, respite care, transitional services, durable medical supplies, and vehicle modifications.
Website: https://www.mdrs.ms.gov/special-disability-programs

Education

*Even though these colleges are located outside of the county, they support students who live in Franklin County.

Southwest Mississippi Community College

1148 College Drive
Summit, MS 39666
Phone: (601) 276-3717
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: Southwest Mississippi Community College provides a range of courses, degrees, and certifications. Specific information about available programs can be found on their website or contact them directly.
Website: https://www.smcc.edu/

Copiah-Lincoln Community College - Natchez Campus

11 Co-Lin Circle
Natchez, MS 39120
Phone: (601) 442-9111
Hours: Call for business hours
Services Provided: Copiah-Lincoln Community College provides a range of courses, degrees, and certifications. Specific information about available programs can be found on their website or contact them directly.  
Website: https://www.colin.edu/

Employment

Brookhaven WIN Job Center

545 Brookway Boulevard
Brookhaven, MS 39601
Phone: (601) 833-3511
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Wednesday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Counties Served: Copiah, Franklin, Lawrence, Lincoln
Services Provided: Brookhaven WIN Job Center provides services to help people find employment, including priority services for veterans.
Website: https://mdes.ms.gov/win-job-centers/brookhaven-win-job-center/

Food ∕ Clothing ∕ Furniture

Fayette Helping Hand

1516 Main Street
Fayette, MS 39069
Phone: (601) 786-1863
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: Fayette Helping Hand offers a food pantry for those in need.

Brookhaven Outreach Ministries South Central Mississippi Food Bank

101 East Court Street
Brookhaven, MS 39601
Phone: (601) 833-1350
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Counties Served: Amite, Franklin, Jefferson Davis, Lawrence, Lincoln, Pike, Walthall
Services Provided: Brookhaven Outreach Ministries operates a food pantry for individuals in need.

St. Andrew’s Mission Thrift Store - Brookhaven

118 East Monticello Street
Brookhaven, MS 39601
Phone: (601) 833-0340
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Services Provided: Offers a variety of items at affordable prices, including household goods, appliances, and furniture, jewelry.
Website: https://www.standrewsmission.org/thrift-stores

Health

Franklin County Health Department

140 West Mill Road
Bude, MS 39630
Phone: (601) 384-5871
Hours: Tuesday, Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: The Franklin County Health Department provides a range of outpatient medical services. Call for more information and appointments.
Website: https://msdh.ms.gov/msdhsite/_static/19,867,166.html#Franklin

Housing

Guardian Victim Services

Natchez, MS
Please call for complete address
Phone: (601) 442-0142
Hours: Please call for complete hours
Crisis Phone: (800) 273-6938
Crisis Hours: Seven days a week, 24 hours
Counties Served: Adams, Amite, Claiborne, Copiah, Franklin, Jefferson, Lawrence, Lincoln, Pike, Walthall, Wilkinson
Services Provided: Guardian Victim Services provides a range of services to support all individuals who are domestic violence and/or sexual abuse survivors which include the following:

  • 30-45 days emergency shelter facility: 22 beds to house up to 5 families
  • Individual counseling and group support programs
  • Housing support for transition to long-term supportive housing programs
  • Case management assessment, treatment planning, treatment services, court advocacy, and referrals to other services

Website: https://www.catholiccharitiesjackson.org/natchez-guardian-shelter-for-battered-families-sexual-assault-center/  

Mississippi Regional Housing Authority VII

909 Delaware Avenue
McComb, MS 39648
Phone: (601) 684-9503
Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.; 1:00 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.
Counties Served: Adams, Amite, Franklin, Jefferson, Jefferson Davis, Lawrence, Lincoln, Pike, Wilkinson, Walthall
Services Provided: Offers public housing, housing choice vouchers, and rental assistance to qualifying individuals and families.
Note: You may be subject to a criminal background check which could impact your eligibility. Please call to learn more about the application process and how to apply for benefits.
Website: https://mrha7.org/

WINGS Shelter

327 Broad Street
Columbia, MS 39429
Phone: (601) 551-5895
Hours: Call for non-crisis hours
Crisis Phone: (601) 684-9111 or (601) 551-5895
Crisis Hours: Seven days a week, 24 hours
Counties Served: Amite, Franklin, Lawrence, Lincoln, Marion, Pike, Walthall
Services Provided: WINGS is a transition program for single mothers and their children who need assistance.
Website: https://www.wingshelter.org

Identification

Natchez DMV

724 Highway 61 North
Natchez, MS 39120
Phone: (601) 442-4879
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: The Natchez DMV is where you obtain a driver’s license or a state-issued identification card.
Website: For identification and license requirements: https://www.driverservicebureau.dps.ms.gov/Drivers/ClassR  
For the location of offices: https://www.driverservicebureau.dps.ms.gov/Drivers/Driver_License_Locations

Brookhaven DMV

160 Highway 84 East
Brookhaven, MS 39601
Phone: (601) 833-7811
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: The Brookhaven DMV is where you obtain a driver’s license or a state-issued identification card.
Website: For identification and license requirements: https://www.driverservicebureau.dps.ms.gov/Drivers/ClassR  
For the location of offices: https://www.driverservicebureau.dps.ms.gov/Drivers/Driver_License_Locations

Summit DMV

708 South Laurel Street
Summit, MS 39666
Phone: (601) 684-2567
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: The Summit DMV is where you obtain a driver’s license or a state-issued identification card.
Website: For identification and license requirements: https://www.driverservicebureau.dps.ms.gov/Drivers/ClassR  
For the location of offices: https://www.driverservicebureau.dps.ms.gov/Drivers/Driver_License_Locations

Natchez Social Security Office

110 Lower Woodville Road
Natchez, MS 39120
Phone: (877) 405-4565
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Services Provided: The Natchez Social Security Office is where you can obtain a copy of your social security card. You can also apply for Disability or Medicare benefits. Contact the office for information on documents needed to obtain a copy of your social security card or apply for benefits.
Website: https://secure.ssa.gov/ICON/main.jsp

Law Enforcement

Bude Police Department

125 West Railroad Avenue
Brude, MS 39630
Phone: (601) 384-7177
Hours: Seven days a week, 24 hours

Meadville Police Department

75 Main Street
Meadville, MS 39653
Phone: (601) 384-5208
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Mental Health

Southwest MS Mental Health Complex - Franklin County

47 Main Street East
Meadville, MS 39653
Phone: (601) 384-2261
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: The Southwest MS Mental Health Complex provides a range of mental health and substance abuse treatment services. Call for more information and appointments.
Website: https://www.aclearpath.org/franklin

Guardian Victim Services

Natchez, MS
Please call for complete address
Phone: (601) 442-0142
Hours: Please call for complete hours
Crisis Phone: (800) 273-6938
Crisis Hours: Seven days a week, 24 hours
Counties Served: Adams, Amite, Claiborne, Copiah, Franklin, Jefferson, Lawrence, Lincoln, Pike, Walthall, Wilkinson
Services Provided: Guardian Victim Services provides a range of services to support all individuals who are domestic violence and/or sexual abuse survivors which include the following:

  • 30-45 days emergency shelter facility: 22 beds to house up to 5 families
  • Individual counseling and group support programs
  • Housing support for transition to long-term supportive housing programs
  • Case management assessment, treatment planning, treatment services, court advocacy, and referrals to other services

Website: https://www.catholiccharitiesjackson.org/natchez-guardian-shelter-for-battered-families-sexual-assault-center/

Public Libraries

Franklin County Public Library

38 First Street
Meadville, MS 39653
Phone: (601) 384-2997
Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Services Provided: Most public libraries offer free computer access for job search and other resources.
Website: https://www.llf.lib.ms.us/locations/franklin 

Substance Abuse Treatment

Southwest MS Mental Health Complex - Franklin County

47 Main Street East
Meadville, MS 39653
Phone: (601) 384-2261
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: The Southwest MS Mental Health Complex provides a range of mental health and substance abuse treatment services. Call for more information and appointments.
Website: https://www.aclearpath.org/franklin 

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