Outside Resources

Below are educational resources provided by Jackson Hinds Library System which are found outside of our library network that we partner with and promote in the Greater Jackson, Mississippi area.

NOTE: We are not accepting unsolicited content and/or commercial requests to add resource links to our website. All requests will be denied.

FindTreatment.gov by SAMHSA

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The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) collects information on thousands of state-licensed providers who specialize in treating substance use disorders, addiction, and mental illness.

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MedlinePlus

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MedlinePlus is the National Institutes of Health’s Web site for patients and their families and friends. Produced by the National Library of Medicine, the world’s largest medical library, it brings you information about diseases, conditions, and wellness issues in language you can understand. MedlinePlus offers reliable, up-to-date health information, anytime, anywhere, for free.

You can use MedlinePlus to learn about the latest treatments, look up information on a drug or supplement, find out the meanings of words, or view medical videos or illustrations. You can also get links to the latest medical research on your topic or find out about clinical trials on a disease or condition.

This resource is not a substitute for medical advice from a licensed professional.

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NAMI Mississippi - National Alliance on Mental Illness

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NAMI Mississippi, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit state organization of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is a non-profit, advocacy organization. NAMI groups at the local affiliate, state, and national levels share one common goal: To improve the quality of life of persons living with serious mental illness along with their friends and families. NAMI Mississippi is made up of family members, peers, behavioral health professionals and friends working to accomplish their mission through mutual support, education, advocacy, and research.

They offer support groups, educational programs, an annual charity walk and more. The support group and affiliate meeting schedule is available on the website.

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Need Free Medical Treatment in Jackson, Mississippi?

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If you are without insurance and need free medical treatment in the Jackson Area, the Jackson Free Clinic is here to help.

This clinic is operated by the University of Mississippi Medical Center students and offers medical, dental and even psychiatry services on the third Saturday of the month only. Please call for more information.

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Basic ESL: Real Help for Those Who Want to Learn English

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Currently unavailable due to technical difficulties.

This resource allows non-native English speakers to improve their skills in English. You can choose from many different language groups and use these resources as a coaching tool.

Languages supported include:

  • Amharic
  • Arabic
  • Bengali
  • Chinese
  • English
  • Farsi
  • French
  • German
  • Haitian Creole
  • Hindi
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Nepali
  • Portuguese
  • Russian
  • Somali
  • Spanish
  • Tagalog
  • Urdu
  • Vietnamese

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UPCOMING PROGRAMS

  • Library Card Sign Up Month Giveaway | Quisenberry Library on Sept 25th @ All Day
  • Breast Cancer Awareness Month (Mon-Sat) |M.W. Alexander Library on Oct 1st @ 9 AM
  • Mental Illness Awareness Week |Medgar Evers Library on Oct 1st @ 9 AM
  • Little Learners | Beverly J. Brown Library on Oct 1st @ 11 AM
  • Byram Book Club |Beverly J. Brown Library on Oct 2nd @ 10 AM
  • What is it Wednesday | Beverly J. Brown Library Oct 2nd @ 10 AM
  • Spanish Classes for Beginners |Medgar Evers Library Oct 4th @ 4 PM
  • Cookie Taste Testing |Bolden/Moore Library Oct 4th @ 10 AM
  • Fire Safety Week |Margaret Walker Alexander Library on Oct 7th @ 10 AM
  • Stillness in Motion Tai Chi | Medgar Evers Library on Oct 7th @ 1 PM
  • 1 on 1 Computer Sessions | Medgar Evers Library on Oct 8th @ 3 PM
  • Fall Fest 2024 | Ella Bess Austin Library on Oct 12th @ 9 AM
  • Your Local Book Club | Medgar Evers Library on Oct 14th @ 3 PM
  • 9 Weeks Teen Challenge | Ella Bess Austin Library on Oct 15th @ 9 AM

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ONGOING EVENTS

  • Library Card Sign-Up Month | Systemwide all month of September
  • S.T.R.E.A.M: Daily Events | Evelyn Taylor Majure every week at 1 pm
  • Paint and Sip | Medgar Evers Library on Thursdays every 2 weeks at 1 pm
  • Fun with Keva Planks | Medgar Evers Library every Saturday All Day
  • Crafty Creations for Adults | Medgar Evers Library every Thursday at 11 am
  • It's Sew Easy: Beginner's Sewing Class | Medgar Evers Library every Wednesday at 11 am
  • Story Time / Art's & Craft | Margaret Walker Alexander Library every Tuesday starting at 10 am
  • Adult Day Out at the Library | Ella Bess Austin Library (Terry) every 2nd Tues & Thurs each month at 10 am
  • 12 Under Your Wings | Ella Bess Austin Library (Terry) every Saturday at 9 am
  • Afternoon Chess Club | Raymond Public Library every Monday at 3 pm
  • Marcel the Camel Story Time | Beverly J. Brown Library (Byram) every Tuesday at 4 pm
  • Story time with Uncle Story | Bolden/Moore Library every 2nd Wednesday at 10 am
  • Everything S.T.R.E.A.M | Medgar Evers Library every Saturday at 3 pm
  • Fantastic Friday Story Time | Medgar Evers Library every Friday at 10 am
  • Read, Rock n' Rhyme Story Time | Medgar Evers Library every Wednesday at 10 am
  • Let's Read Together! Family Literacy Program | Medgar Evers Library every Mon & Fri at 3:30 pm
  • One on one Computer Skill Enhancement | Medgar Evers Library every Tuesday at 1 pm
  • After School Homework Help | Ella Bess. Austin Library (Terry) from Mon - Thurs at 4:15 pm
  • Tech Drop-In Help| Evelyn Taylor Majure Library (Utica) every Tues & Thurs at 10 am
  • S.T.R.E.A.M Saturdays | Evelyn Taylor Majure Library (Utica) every 2nd and 4th Saturday at 10 am

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