Homeless Assistance in Mississippi
Locate emergency shelters, federal programs, state assistance, financial aid, healthcare, and employment support available to Mississippi residents.
Emergency Housing & Shelter
Immediate options for Mississippi residents who need a safe place to stay tonight.
Emergency Shelters
Find available shelter beds tonight across Mississippi. Contact us for help locating the nearest open shelter and available resources in your area.
Get StartedFamily & Youth Shelters
Specialized shelters for families with children and unaccompanied youth in Mississippi. Safe environments with case management and wraparound support.
Get StartedVeterans Emergency Housing
Dedicated emergency housing for Mississippi veterans. HUD-VASH vouchers and VA-funded supportive services are available statewide. Call 1-877-4AID-VET.
Get StartedFederal Assistance Programs
Federal programs available to eligible Mississippi residents regardless of city or county.
HUD Continuum of Care
Primary federal program organizing housing and services for homeless individuals in Mississippi. CoC regions provide transitional and permanent supportive housing.
Get StartedEmergency Solutions Grants
Funds emergency shelters, street outreach, homeless prevention, and rapid re-housing. Mississippi receives federal ESG funding distributed through local providers.
Get StartedHousing Choice Voucher (Section 8)
Rental assistance vouchers for very low-income families, elderly, and disabled individuals. Apply through your local Mississippi Public Housing Authority.
Get StartedHUD-VASH (Veterans)
Combines Section 8 housing vouchers with VA supportive services for veterans experiencing homelessness. Available across multiple Mississippi locations.
Get StartedPATH Program (Mental Health)
Outreach, case management, and mental health support for homeless individuals. Operated through Mississippi community mental health centers statewide.
Get StartedSNAP Food Assistance
Helps low-income Mississippi residents buy food. Apply at your local benefits office. No permanent address required to apply.
Get StartedMississippi State Programs
Programs funded or operated specifically by Mississippi for residents experiencing homelessness.
Mississippi Homeless Programs
MHC administers HUD and state funding for emergency shelters, transitional housing, and rental assistance for homeless Mississippi residents.
Get StartedTANF – Mississippi (TANF-RISE)
Cash assistance and employment services for eligible Mississippi families with children. Apply at any county MDHS office statewide.
Get StartedMississippi Medicaid
Health coverage for eligible Mississippi residents including children, pregnant women, elderly, and individuals with disabilities. Apply at medicaid.ms.gov.
Get StartedMississippi Housing Programs
Mississippi Home Corporation provides affordable housing resources, rental assistance, and housing grants for low-income Mississippi residents.
Get StartedMississippi Workforce & Employment
Free job training, resume help, and career placement through Mississippi’s Workforce Development programs. Find your nearest office at the link below.
Get StartedLIHEAP Energy Assistance
Helps low-income Mississippi households pay heating and cooling bills. Distributed through local community action agencies. Contact us to find your nearest provider.
Get StartedLocal Resources by City
Major Mississippi cities with dedicated homeless services and housing authorities.
Jackson
Stewpot Community Services — homeless services, shelter placement, and housing assistance for Jackson area residents experiencing homelessness.
Get StartedGulfport
Gulf Coast CoC — emergency shelter, transitional housing, and rapid re-housing services for individuals and families in the Gulfport area.
Get StartedHattiesburg
Pine Belt Mental Healthcare — housing resources, case management, and emergency assistance for Hattiesburg area residents experiencing homelessness.
Get StartedFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about getting homeless assistance in Mississippi.
- HUD-VASH — Section 8 vouchers specifically for veterans with VA case management
- SSVF — Rapid re-housing and prevention for veteran families
- Mississippi Veterans Housing — Affordable housing and support for Mississippi veterans
Assistance by State
Select a state to view its specific homeless assistance programs and resources.
