Wayne County

Wayne County Circuit Clerk Office

609 Azalea Drive
Waynesboro, MS 39367
Phone: (601) 735-1171
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: http://www.waynecounty.ms/county/court-system/

Wayne County Probation & Parole Office

812 Chickasawy Street
Waynesboro, MS 39367
Phone: (601) 735-4826
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#Wayne

Crisis and Domestic Violence Support Services

Domestic Abuse Family Shelter, Inc.

420 North 6th Avenue
Laurel, MS 39440
Phone: ​​(601) 915-3237
Hours:  Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Crisis Phone: (800) 649-1092
Crisis Hours: Seven days a week, 24 hours
Counties Served: Covington, Forrest, Greene, Jasper, Jefferson Davis, Jones, Lamar, Marion, Perry, Smith, Wayne
Services Provided: Domestic Abuse Family Shelter Inc. provides a variety of services to support domestic violence survivors and their children.

  • 24/7 Crisis Line
  • Residential and Non-Residential Counseling
  • Outreach
  • Childcare and Children’s Program
  • Temporary Emergency Shelter
  • Victim Advocacy
  • Public Education and Training
  • Batterer’s Educational Groups

Website: www.dafsms.org

Shafer Center for Crisis Intervention

507 North 37th Avenue
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
Phone: ​​(601) 264-7078
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Crisis Phone: (601) 264-7777
Crisis Hours: Seven days a week, 24 hours
Counties Served: Covington, Forrest, Greene, Jasper, Jefferson Davis, Jones, Lamar, Perry, Marion, Smith, Wayne
Services Provided: The Shafer Center for Crisis Intervention is a nonprofit center that provides a variety of services for survivors of violence and trauma, including:

  • Provides support, advocacy, counseling, and resources for survivors of sexual assault
  • 24/7 help line with trained professionals and volunteers and first responders at local hospitals

Website: https://www.theshafercenter.info

Waynesboro Housing Authority

1069 Wayne Street
Waynesboro, MS 39367
Phone: (601) 735-4522
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: The Waynesboro Housing Authority is dedicated to serving the homeless and low-income individuals and families by providing temporary, transitional, and permanent housing.

Disability Services

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 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

732 North 15th Avenue
Laurel, MS 39440
Phone: (601) 428-4442
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Counties Served: Covington, Greene, Jones, Wayne
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

17 J. M. Tatum Industrial Drive
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
Phone: (601) 545-5613
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Counties Served: Forrest, Greene, Lamar, Perry, Wayne
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

732 North 15th Avenue, Suite B
Laurel, MS 39440
Phone: (601) 425-7115
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Counties Served: Jones, Wayne
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

Jones College Workforce College - Wayne County Center

103 Collins Street
Waynesboro, MS 39367
Phone: (601) 477-4031
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 College Workforce College in Wayne County 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.jcjc.edu/workforce/locations/wayne-campus/#about

Employment

Laurel WIN Job Center

2139 Mississippi 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: Laurel WIN Job Center provides services to help people find employment, including priority services for veterans.
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.
Counties Served: Covington, Jasper, Jones, Scott, Smith, Wayne
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/abilityworks/Pages/default.aspx

Vocational Rehabilitation

732 North 15th Avenue
Laurel, MS 39440
Phone: (601) 428-4442
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Counties Served: Covington, Greene, Jones, Wayne
Services Provided: Vocational Rehabilitation provides employment and other support services for people with disabilities.
Website: https://www.mdrs.ms.gov/VocationalRehab/Pages/default.aspx

Financial ∕ Banking Services

World Finance

909B Robinson Street
Waynesboro, MS 39367
Phone: (601) 735-6566
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Services Provided:

  • Offer opportunities to receive personal loans, without the need for a perfect credit score
  • Helps people realize their financial goals by offering fixed rate and payment loan solutions
  • Employees with expertise to understand your needs and are available to meet with you one-on-one to discuss your loan options

Website: https://www.loansbyworld.com/locations/mississippi/waynesboro/

Food ∕ Clothing ∕ Furniture

Wayne County Department of Human Services SNAP Office

1104 Cedar Street A
Waynesboro, MS 39367
Phone: (601) 735-2272
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: Wayne County’s Department of Human Services SNAP Office helps people apply for monthly food assistance benefits. For more information about this program, please call the office.
Website: https://www.mdhs.ms.gov/economic-assistance/snap/

Samaritan's Closet & Pantry

702 Azalea Drive
Waynesboro, MS 39367
Phone: (601) 755-9068
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: Samaritan’s Closet & Pantry provides food and clothing to individuals in need.

Edwards Street Fellowship Center

1919 Edwards Street
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
Phone: (601) 544-6149
Hours: Monday through Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; Thursday and Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Counties Served: Covington, Forest, Jasper, Jefferson Davis, Jones, Lamar, Wayne
Services Provided: Edwards Street Fellowship Center provides a food pantry and clothes, furniture, and other household essentials at a reduced cost.
Website: https://edwardsstreetfellowship.org/index.html

Health

Wayne County Health Department

1100-A Cedar Street
Waynesboro, MS 39367
Phone: (601) 735-2351
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: Wayne County Health Department provides a variety of medical services for children and adults. Call for more information and to schedule an appointment.
Website: http://www.msdh.state.ms.us/msdhsite/_static/19,866,166.html#Wayne

Wayne General Hospital

950 Matthew Drive
Waynesboro, MS 39367
Phone: (601) 735-5151
Hours: Seven days a week, 24 hours
Services Provided: Wayne General Hospital provides emergency and outpatient medical services for children and adults. Call for more information and to schedule an appointment.
Website: https://www.waynegeneralhospital.org/

Waynesboro Women’s Health Clinic

951 Matthew Drive, Suite A
Waynesboro, MS 39367
Phone: (601) 735-2401
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: Waynesboro Women’s Health Clinic provides medical, gynecology, and reproductive services. Call for more information.
Website: https://www.waynegeneralhospital.org/medical-services/womenshealth.html

Housing

Waynesboro Housing Authority

1069 Wayne Street
Waynesboro, MS 39367
Phone: (601) 735-4522
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: The Waynesboro Housing Authority provides a variety of public housing programs and subsidized housing programs for families in need of assistance. For more information about a specific program, please contact the office.

Wayne County Department of Human Services

1104 Cedar Street, Suite A
Waynesboro, MS 39367
Phone: (601) 735-2272
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: Wayne County Department of Human Services provides support to apply and access services to help with housing and employment for individuals in need.
Website: https://www.mdhs.ms.gov/community-services/csbg/

Identification

Laurel DMV

130 North 12th Avenue
Laurel, MS 39440
Phone: (601) 425-3802
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: The Laurel 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

Laurel Social Security Office

3210 Mississippi 15 North
Laurel, MS 39440
Phone: 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

Waynesboro Police Department

712 Wayne Street
Waynesboro MS, 39367
Phone: (601) 735-3192
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Wayne County Sheriff’s Office

613 Court Street
Waynesboro, MS 39367
Phone: (601) 735-2323
Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Mental Health

Pine Belt Mental Health Resources-Wayne Mental Health Center

1104-B Cedar Street
Waynesboro, MS 39367
Phone: (601) 735-3350
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: The Wayne Mental Health Center provides residential and outpatient mental health services for adults and children. It also provides services for substance abuse and people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. For more information about their services, please call the office.
Website: www.pbmhr.com

A Straight Path Counseling PLLC

906 Spring Street
Waynesboro, MS 39367
Phone: (601) 466-2186
Hours: Tuesday through Thursday, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: A Straight Path Counseling provides counseling for individuals, couples, and families to
Website: https://astraightpathcounseling.com/

Public Libraries

Waynesboro-Wayne County Library

1103 A Mississippi Drive
Waynesboro, MS 39367-2415
Phone: (601) 735-2268
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Services Provided: Most public libraries offer free computer access for job search and other resources.
Website: www.wwcls.lib.ms.us

Substance Abuse Treatment

New Life Recovery Center for Women

100 John Dykes Road
Waynesboro, MS 39367
Phone: (601) 735-5599
Hours: Seven days a week, 24 hours
Services Provided: New Life Recovery Center for Women is a faith-based program that provides services to women struggling with substance use.For more information about the program or their services, please contact the office.
Website: http://www.newlifeforwomen.org/

New Life Deliverance Center for Men

2858 US-45
Waynesboro, MS 39367
Phone: (601) 735-6447
Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Services Provided: The New Life Deliverance Center provides a variety of treatment services for men struggling with substance use. For more information about their services, please contact the office.
Website: https://new-life-deliverance.com/contactus.html

A Straight Path Counseling PLLC

906 Spring Street
Waynesboro, MS 39367
Phone: (601) 466-2186
Hours: Tuesday through Thursday, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.,
Services Provided: A Straight Path Counseling provides individual, family, and marriage counseling for people struggling with substance use.
Website: https://astraightpathcounseling.com/

Waynesboro Housing Authority

1069 Wayne Street
Waynesboro, MS 39367
Phone: (601) 735-4522
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services Provided: The Waynesboro Housing Authority offers a drug and alcohol rehabilitation program for individuals struggling with substance use. For more information about their program, please call the office.

Veteran Services

Wayne County Veteran Affairs

609 Azalea Drive
Waynesboro, MS 39367
Phone: (601) 735-4258
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Services Provided: Wayne County Veterans Affairs  provides a variety of benefits to veterans who meet eligibility requirements. For more information about their services, please call the office.
Website: https://www.msva.ms.gov/serviceofficers

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