Social Services Department
No Longer Accepting LIHEAP Walk-ins:
The Social Services Department will no longer be able to accept Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) walk-in clients. You must have a scheduled appointment. No exceptions.
Need help with your home?
Need help paying your bills?
Click HERE to see the income limits for assistance.
Need Transportation?
Other Services
- Indigent Burial - DeSoto County contracts with the local funeral home to provide indigent burial (cremation). A local policy has been adopted regarding disposing of deceased, indigent, and unclaimed bodies. If there are living relatives, friends, or responsible parties who are also found to be indigent then cremation assistance may be provided.
- Fair Housing - You Have Rights!! If you feel you have been discriminated against when buying or renting a home please contact Lauri Benson, Social Services Director at 863-993-4858 or you can visit HUD.GOV.
About
The DeSoto County Social Services Department solely focuses on improving the quality of life for people in need by providing comprehensive county-wide social services. The department’s commitment to the provision of these services stems from the belief that the quality of life in our community is directly impacted by our ability to respond to the needs of our most troubled and vulnerable citizens. DeSoto County Social Services has helped hundreds of individuals and families with a wide range of needs including food, shelter, transportation, medical assistance, and energy assistance through programs administered within the department.
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