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The Mesquite Social Services (MSS) closed down Friday after serving the community for about 58 years.Â
MSS was initiated by Mesquite resident Jewel Westmoreland, and it started as a food pantry with a shoestring budget. The original MSS started out of Westmorelandâs Mesquite home in 1963 and helped the community move forward and help them through tough times.
âShe would empower them, move them forward, cry with them, but also fix whatever it was,â Program and Community Development Director Michael Schoegel said. âThatâs something weâve been doing to keep true to her.â
Since its origin, MSS has developed into more programs to help individuals and families through financial crises and become self-sufficient. It has been able to help through food pantry, assist with GED tests and provide financial relief, clothing, and rent and utilities.Â