Albany
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Local offices in Albany
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
Water, Sewer, and Street Department
29816 S. Montpelier Ave, Albany, LA 70711
Help here
- Water bill paymentPay your town water bill online or contact Town Hall for help with water and sewer services.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on townofalbanyla.com
Human services · Regional office
Louisiana 211 Statewide Network
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 to find local and statewide health and human services in Livingston Parish.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on louisiana211.org
Local office · City office
Albany Town Hall
29816 S. Montpelier Ave, Albany, LA 70711
Help here
- Town government helpContact Town Hall for help with town government and town services.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on townofalbanyla.com
Library · County office
Livingston Parish Library, Albany-Springfield Branch
26941 LA Hwy. 43, Albany, LA 70711
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the branch to borrow books, use library resources, and take part in programs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on mylpl.info
Town of Albany, Livingston Parish, Louisiana website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Albany first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Free meals
Grace & Greens: Community Meal
Okra Abbey
46 miles from the center of Albany1800 Monroe Street, New Orleans, LA 70118
Hours
- Wed12 PM to 1 PM
Who can come: All neighbors
Listed on okraabbey.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
St. Charles Avenue Baptist Church
48 miles from the center of Albany7100 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70118
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Second and Fourth Saturdays of every month. Lunch served at 12:00 PM.
Who can come: Anyone
What to bring: No ID, paperwork, or religious requirement.
Listed on stcharlesave.church, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Ozanam Inn
48 miles from the center of Albany2239 Poydras Street, New Orleans, LA 70119
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 9:30 AM. Snacks; 1 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch
- Tue9 AM to 9:30 AM. Snacks; 1 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch
- Wed9 AM to 9:30 AM. Snacks; 1 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch
- Thu9 AM to 9:30 AM. Snacks; 1 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch
- Fri9 AM to 9:30 AM. Snacks; 1 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch
Who can come: Anyone
Listed on nola.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Lantern Light Feeding Programs
Lantern Light
48 miles from the center of Albany1803 Gravier St., New Orleans, LA 70112
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 9:30 AM. Morning snack; 1 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch
- Tue9 AM to 9:30 AM. Morning snack; 1 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch
- Wed9 AM to 9:30 AM. Morning snack; 1 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch
- Thu9 AM to 9:30 AM. Morning snack; 1 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch
- Fri9 AM to 9:30 AM. Morning snack; 1 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch
Who can come: People who are homeless or have low income
Listed on lanternlight.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Lantern Light Feeding Programs
Lantern Light
48 miles from the center of Albany1803 Gravier St., New Orleans, LA 70112
Hours
- Fri9:30 AM to 10:30 AM (1st and 3rd of the month)
Who can come: Orleans Parish residents
What to bring: First time registrants must bring ID, proof of income, and a lease or other proof of address.
Listed on lanternlight.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Mobile pantry
Culture Aid NOLA
48 miles from the center of Albany1835 St. Roch Ave., New Orleans, LA 70117
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Wednesdays at 6 p.m.
Who can come: Anyone
What to bring: No documentation or ID needed.
Listed on ready.nola.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Albany
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank
10600 S. Choctaw Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70815
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Southeast Louisiana Legal Services Corporation
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Quad Area CAA Inc
45300 North Baptist Road, Hammond, LA 70401
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Livingston Parish
Albany is in Livingston Parish. These county and state offices serve people there too.
State office
Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services, Livingston Parish Office
28446 Charley Watts Road, Livingston, LA 70754
Help here
- SNAP and public assistanceApply for food assistance and get help with other DCFS benefits.Apply onlineRead more
- Child support servicesGet help applying for or managing child support services.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dcfs.louisiana.gov
Public health · State office
Livingston Parish Health Unit
20399 Government Blvd., Livingston, LA 70754
Help here
- Public health servicesGet immunizations, reproductive health services, testing, and other public health care.
- WICApply for nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, infants, and children under five.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ldh.la.gov
Local office · Regional office
Louisiana 211
Help here
- Information and referralsCall 211 for information about local and statewide services and resources.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on louisiana211.org
Courts and legal help · County office
Livingston Parish Clerk of Court
20300 Government Blvd., Livingston, LA 70754
Help here
- Civil court filings and formsGet civil filing information and forms, and file eligible court documents.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on livclerk.org
Older adults · Regional office
Livingston Council on Aging
949 Government Drive, Denham Springs, LA 70726
Help here
- Aging servicesAsk about meals, transportation, and other services for older adults.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on livingstoncouncilonaging.net
Older adults · Regional office
Capital Area Agency on Aging
2051 Silverside Drive, Suite 208, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Help here
- Older adult supportGet information and assistance with services for older adults.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on goea.louisiana.gov
Louisiana programs by kind of help
These are run by Louisiana and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
- SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - HealthCare.gov
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.
Call 1-800-318-2596 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- Louisiana 211 Statewide Network
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988