Perry County Department of Job and Family Services

Information on Services

Perry JFS strives to administer and create programs that strengthen Perry County, one family at a time whether that family consists of a single individual or a multi-generational unit. Perry JFS currently offers families a variety of programs that allow them to achieve economic stability and success. Food and cash assistance is the financial support that families need to provide for their families during difficult times as they strive to become self sufficient. Medicaid provides medical coverage for families and children to obtain the medical treatment they need until they can obtain medical insurance.

PRC (Prevention, Retention, and Contingency) helps people to maintain their self sufficiency by meeting specific needs through special programs. Pregnancy Related Services connects pregnant woman with medical providers to administer their prenatal care and provide transportation to and from prenatal appointments. Child Care not only meets the needs of parents with children, but also may be a form of income for someone wanting to be a daycare provider. Transportation to and from doctor appointments is provided through the NET (Non-Emergency Transportation) program for Medicaid eligible families.