Smith County

Smith County Circuit Clerk Office

123 Main Street
Raleigh, MS 39153
Phone: (601) 782-4751
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://www.smithcountyms.gov/circuit-clerk/

Smith Probation and Parole Office

212 Sylvarena Avenue
Raleigh, MS 39153
Phone: (601) 782-9512 or (601) 782-4104
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#Smith

 

Crisis and Domestic Violence Support Services

Family Shelter, Inc.

420 North 6th Avenue
Laurel, MS 39441
Phone: (601) 915 - 3237
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Crisis Phone: 1-800-649-1092
Crisis Hours: Seven days a week, 24 hours
Counties Served: Covington, Forrest, Greene, Jasper, Jefferson Davis, Jones, Lamar, Marion, Perry, Smith, and Wayne
Services Provided: Family Shelter Inc. provides a variety of services to support domestic violence survivors, sexual assault victims, and people experiencing homelessness.

  • 24-hour Crisis Line
  • Emergency Shelter
  • Temporary Housing
  • Transportation
  • Information and Referrals Regarding Financial, Medical, Legal, Housing, Employment, and Educational Assistance
  • Individual and Group Counseling
  • Aftercare case management up to 90 days from Shelter Departure
  • Children’s program
  • Public Education, Outreach, and Community Awareness Programs
  • Domestic Violence Intervention Programs

Website: https://dafs.ms

Weems Community Mental Health Center -  Smith County, Mobile Crisis Response Team

355 Highway 37 South
Raleigh, MS 39153
Phone:  (601) 782-4559
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Crisis Phone: 1-800-803-0245
Crisis Hours: Seven days a week, 24 hours
Services Provided: Weems Community’s Mobile Crisis Response Team responds to people experiencing a mental health and/or substance abuse crisis. They can be contacted 24 hours a day, seven days a week for assistance.

  • Admission to Hospital or Crisis Stabilization Unit
  • Access to Mental Health Therapists
  • Access to Community Support Specialists
  • Intervention Services
  • Post Crisis Follow-up Appointment

Website: http://www.weemsmh.com

Disability Services

South Central Rehabilitation Services - Taylorsville

102 Dallas Street
Taylorsville, MS 39168
Phone: (601) 785-9292
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: South Central Rehabilitation Services provides a variety of treatment services for people with disabilities.

  • Arthritis Treatment
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Joint Replacement Recovery
  • Neck/Back Pain
  • Orthopedics Problems
  • Sports Injury Rehabilitation
  • Stroke Rehabilitation
  • Work Injury Rehabilitation

Website: https://scrmc.com/clinics/taylorsville-physical-therapy-clinic/

AbilityWorks of Laurel

3 Thames Road
Laurel, MS 39440
Phone: (601) 649-8094
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Counties Served: Covington, Jasper, Jones, Scott, Smith, Wayne
Services Provided: Abilityworks provides vocational assessment, job training, and work experience for individuals with disabilities.
Website: https://www.mdrs.ms.gov/workforce/vocational-rehabilitation/abilityworks

Office of Special Disability Programs

1032 Center Pointe Boulevard
Pearl, MS 39208
Phone: (601) 709-5663
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Counties Served: Madison, Rankin, Simpson, Smith
Services Provided: Office of Special Disability Programs provides vocational rehabilitation services and disability services for people with disabilities.

  • Case Management
  • Attendant Care
  • Durable Medical Equipment and Specialized Medical Supplies
  • Environmental Accessibility Adaptations (Home Modifications)
  • Vehicle Modifications
  • Respite Care
  • Transition Services

Website: https://www.mdrs.ms.gov/special-disability-programs

Vocational Rehabilitation for the Blind

710 Broad Street
Columbia, MS 39429
Phone: (601) 736-5685
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Counties Served: Convington, Jasper, Jones, Marion, Smith
Services Provided: Vocational Rehabilitation for the Blind provides a range of services to people who are blind and low-vision impaired.

  • Orientation and mobility
  • Meal planning and preparation
  • Computer instruction
  • Communications
  • Recreation and physical conditioning
  • Independent living services for persons who are blind
  • Deaf-blind services
  • Vocational rehabilitation counseling

Website: https://www.mdrs.ms.gov/workforce/vrb

Education

Jones County Junior College

900 South Court Street
Ellisville, MS 39437
Phone: (601) 477-4000 or (601) 477-4025
Hours: Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Services Provided: Jones County Junior College provides a range of courses, degrees, and certifications. Specific information about available programs can be found on their website or contact them directly.  
*Even though this school is located outside of the county, they support students who live in Smith County.
Website: https://www.jcjc.edu/

Employment

Laurel WIN Job Center

2139 Highway 15 North, Suite D
Laurel, MS 39440
Phone: (601) 399-4000
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Wednesday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Counties Served: Covington, Greene, Jasper, Jones, Smith, Wayne
Services Provided: WIN Job Centers provide a range of services to job seekers.

  • Job Placement
  • Priority Services for Veterans
  • Workforce Investment Act (WIA) services
  • Trade Adjustment Act (TAA) services

Website: https://mdes.ms.gov/win-job-centers/laurel-win-job-center/

AbilityWorks of Laurel

3 Thames Road
Laurel, MS 39440
Phone: (601) 649-8094
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: Abilityworks provides vocational assessment, job training, and work experience for individuals with disabilities.
Counties Served: Covington, Jasper, Jones, Scott, Smith, Wayne
Website: https://www.mdrs.ms.gov/abilityworks/pages/default.aspx

AbilityWorks of Jackson

3895 Beasley Road
Jackson, MS 39213
Phone: (601) 898-7077
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Counties Served: Claiborne, Hinds, Madison, Rankin, Simpson, Warren
Services Provided: Abilityworks provides vocational assessment, job training, and work experience for individuals with disabilities.
Website: https://www.mdrs.ms.gov/abilityworks/pages/default.aspx

Vocational Rehabilitation

304 Northside Drive
Newton, MS 39345
Phone: (601) 683-7580
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Counties Served: Jasper, Newton, Scott, Simpson
Services Provided: Vocational Rehabilitation provides a range of vocational services to people with disabilities.

  • Vocational evaluation
  • Counseling and guidance
  • Educational assistance
  • Job training
  • Job placement
  • Assistive technology

Website: https://www.mdrs.ms.gov/VocationalRehab/Pages/default.aspx

Food ∕ Clothing ∕ Furniture

Smith County Baptist Association Food Pantry  

303 Wyatt Woods
Raleigh, MS 39153
Phone: (601) 782-9263
Hours: Tuesdays, 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Services Provided: The Smith County Baptist Association Food Pantry provides food assistance to low-income individuals and families in need. Please call for more information on how to apply.   
Website: http://www.smithcba.com/food-pantry

The Glory House Food Pantry  

506 Chantilly Street
Laurel, MS 39440
Phone: (601) 252-5555
Hours: Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Services Provided: The Glory House Food Pantry provides grocery pickup for individuals and families in need of food assistance. Please call for additional information.
Website:  https://thegloryhouse.org/

Family Shelter, Inc.

420 North 6th Avenue
Laurel, MS 39441
Phone: (601) 915 - 3237
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Crisis Phone: 1-800-649-1092
Crisis Hours: Seven days a week, 24 hours
Counties Served: Covington, Forrest, Greene, Jasper, Jefferson Davis, Jones, Lamar, Marion, Perry, Smith, and Wayne
Services Provided: Family Shelter Inc. provides a variety of services to support domestic violence survivors, sexual assault victims, and people experiencing homelessness.

  • Food Assistance
  • Clothing Assistance

Website: https://dafs.ms

Health

Family Health Care Clinic - Raleigh

226 White Oak Avenue
Raleigh, MS 39153
Phone: (601) 782-9919
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided; The Raleigh Family Healthcare Clinic offers a multitude of healthcare services including: dental services, physical exams, and women's health services, at a reduced cost. Please call for information about how to qualify for their services.  
Website: http://familyhealthcareclinic.com/

Family Health Center - Taylorsville Clinic

531 Highway 28 East
Taylorsville, MS 39168
Phone: 601-785-9580
Hours: Monday and Tuesday, 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Friday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Services Provided: The Family Health Center Taylorsville Clinic provides a range of medical services at a low cost. Call for more information and appointments
Website: http://www.lfhc.net/

Smith County Health Department

353-A Highway 37
Raleigh, MS 39153
Phone: (601) 782-4472
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: The Smith County Health Department provides a range of medical services. Call for more information and appointments.
Website: https://msdh.ms.gov/msdhsite/_static/19,822,166.html#Smith

South Central Rehabilitation Services - Taylorsville

102 Dallas Street
Taylorsville, MS 39168
Phone: (601) 785-9292
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: The South Central Rehabilitation Services Taylorsville Clinic provides a variety of rehabilitation services for people in need of medical care.

  • Arthritis Treatment
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Joint Replacement Recovery
  • Neck/Back Pain
  • Orthopedics Problems
  • Sports Injury Rehabilitation
  • Stroke Rehabilitation
  • Work Injury Rehabilitation

Website: https://scrmc.com/clinics/taylorsville-physical-therapy-clinic/

Housing

Family Shelter, Inc.

420 North 6th Avenue
Laurel, MS 39441
Phone: (601) 915 - 3237
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Crisis Phone: 1-800-649-1092
Crisis Hours: Seven days a week, 24 hours
Counties Served: Covington, Forrest, Greene, Jasper, Jefferson Davis, Jones, Lamar, Marion, Perry, Smith, and Wayne
Services Provided: Family Shelter Inc. provides a variety of services to support domestic violence survivors, sexual assault victims, and people experiencing homelessness.

  • Emergency Shelter
  • Temporary Housing
  • Information and Referrals Regarding Financial, Medical, Legal, Housing, Employment, and Educational Assistance

Website: https://dafs.ms

Identification

Jackson DMV

1900 East Woodrow Wilson Avenue
Jackson, MS 39216
Phone: (662) 226-2341
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: The Jackson DMV is where you obtain a driver’s license or a state-issued ID.
Website: For identification and license requirements: https://www.driverservicebureau.dps.ms.gov/Drivers/ClassR
For the location of offices use this website: https://www.driverservicebureau.dps.ms.gov/Drivers/Driver_License_Locations

Forest Social Security Office

558 Deer Field Drive
Forest, MS 39074
Phone: 1-866-829-2497
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Services Provided: The Forest Social Security Office is where you can obtain a copy of your social security card. You can also apply for Disability or Medicare benefits. Please call for specific information on what is needed to get a copy of your social security card.
Website: https://secure.ssa.gov/ICON/main.jsp

Laurel Social Security Office

3210 Highway 15 North
Laurel, MS 39440
Phone: 1-866-964-4927
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Services Provided: The Laurel Social Security Office is where you can obtain a copy of your social security card. You can also apply for Disability or Medicare benefits. Please call for specific information on what is needed to get a copy of your social security card.
Website: https://secure.ssa.gov/ICON/main.jsp

Law Enforcement

Mize Police Department

106 Oak Street
Mize, MS 39116
Phone: (601) 733-2221
Hours: Seven days a week, 24 hours

Taylorsville Police Department

107 Jane Street
Taylorsville, MS 39168
Phone: (601) 785-6622
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Mental Health

Weems Community Mental Health Center, Smith County Office

355 Highway 37 South
Raleigh, MS 39153
Phone:  (601) 782-4559
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Crisis Line: 1-800-803-0245
Crisis Hours: Seven days a week, 24 hours
Services Provided: The Weems Community Mental Health Center provides a variety of mental health treatment services.

  • Outpatient Counseling
  • Residential Treatment
  • Nursing and Psychiatric Services
  • Prevention Treatment
  • Crisis Stabilization Unit
  • Senior Care Psychosocial Treatment Program

Website: http://www.weemsmh.com/

Family Shelter, Inc.

420 North 6th Avenue
Laurel, MS 39441
Phone: (601) 915 - 3237
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Crisis Phone: 1-800-649-1092
Crisis Hours: Seven days a week, 24 hours
Counties Served: Covington, Forrest, Greene, Jasper, Jefferson Davis, Jones, Lamar, Marion, Perry, Smith, and Wayne
Services Provided: Family Shelter Inc. provides a variety of services to support domestic violence survivors, sexual assault victims, and people experiencing homelessness.

  • 24-hour Crisis Line
  • Individual and Group Counseling
  • Aftercare case management up to 90 days from Shelter Departure
  • Referrals

Website: https://dafs.ms

Public Libraries

Taylorsville Public Library

208 Spring Street
Taylorsville, MS 39168
Phone: (601) 785-4361
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Services Provided: Most public libraries offer free computer access for job search and other resources.

  • Printing and Copying Services
  • Library Card Registration
  • Youth Services

Website: https://cmrls.lib.ms.us/cmrlsbranches/taylorsville/

Raleigh Public Library

150 Main Street
Raleigh, MS 39153
Phone: (601) 782-4277
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Services Provided: Most public libraries offer free computer access for job search and other resources.

  • Printing and Copying Services
  • Library Card Registration

Website: https://cmrls.lib.ms.us/cmrlsbranches/raleigh/

Polkville Public Library

6334 Highway 13
Polkville, MS 39117
Phone: (601) 537-3116  
Hours: Tuesday and Thursday, 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Services Provided: Most public libraries offer free computer access for job search and other resources.

  • Printing and Copying Services
  • Library Card Registration

Website: https://cmrls.lib.ms.us/cmrlsbranches/polkville/

Mize Public Library

302 Highway 28 East
Mize, MS 39116
Phone: (601) 733-2272
Hours: Monday and Wednesday, 1:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Services Provided: Most public libraries offer free computer access for job search and other resources.

  • Printing and Copying Services
  • Library Card Registration

Website: https://cmrls.lib.ms.us/cmrlsbranches/mize/

Substance Abuse Treatment

Weems Community Mental Health Center, Smith County Office

355 Highway 37 South
Raleigh, MS 39153
Phone:  (601) 782-4559
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Crisis Phone: 1-800-803-0245
Crisis Hours: Seven days a week, 24 hours
Services Provided: The Weems Community Mental Health Center provides a variety of mental health treatment services, including drug and alcohol treatment.

  • Outpatient Counseling
  • Outpatient Program
  • Substance Abuse Treatment
  • Nursing and Psychiatric Services
  • Residential Treatment
  • DUI Programs
  • Recovery Support Services
  • Prevention Treatment

Website: http://www.weemsmh.com/

Transportation

Family Shelter, Inc.

420 North 6th Avenue
Laurel, MS 39441
Phone: (601) 915 - 3237
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Crisis Phone: 1-800-649-1092
Crisis Hours: Seven days a week, 24 hours
Counties Served: Covington, Forrest, Greene, Jasper, Jefferson Davis, Jones, Lamar, Marion, Perry, Smith, and Wayne
Services Provided: Family Shelter Inc. provides a variety of services to support domestic violence survivors, sexual assault victims, and people experiencing homelessness.

  • Transportation

Website: https://dafs.ms

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