Bossier Parish
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Local offices in Bossier Parish
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office · State office
Bossier Parish DCFS Office
1525 Fairfield Avenue, Room 424, Bossier City, LA 71111
Help here
- Family support servicesThe office helps residents with applications for family support programs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dcfs.louisiana.gov
Housing authority · County office
Bossier Parish Section 8 Housing
3022 Old Minden Road, Suite 206, Bossier City, LA 71112
Help here
- Housing Choice Voucher assistanceThe office helps residents apply for rental assistance through its Section 8 program.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bossierparishla.gov
Public health · State office
Bossier Parish Health Unit
3022 Old Minden Road, Bossier City, LA 71112
Help here
- Public health servicesThe health unit provides immunizations, reproductive health services, and tuberculosis services.
- Women, Infants and Children (WIC)WIC provides food benefits and nutrition support to eligible pregnant people, infants, and children under five.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ldh.la.gov
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
Northwest Louisiana Human Services District
1310 North Hearne Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71107
Help here
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nlhsd.org
State office · State office
Shreveport Medicaid Office
3020 Knight Street, Suite 100, Shreveport, LA 71105
Help here
- Medicaid application assistanceThe office helps residents apply for Medicaid, renew coverage, and update case information.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ldh.la.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Bossier Council on Aging
Help here
- Senior servicesThe council connects parish residents age 60 and older with meals, transportation, and other support.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bossiercoa.org
Veterans · County office
Bossier Parish Veterans Affairs Department
2292 Barksdale Boulevard, Suite A, Bossier City, LA 71112
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceThe office helps veterans and their families with questions about available benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bossierparishla.gov
Emergency help · County office
Bossier Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness
1511 Doctors Drive, Bossier City, LA 71111
Help here
- Emergency preparedness informationThe office shares emergency warnings and helps residents prepare for disasters and recovery.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bossierparishla.gov
Jobs and training · State office
Bossier Career Solutions
4000 Viking Drive, Bossier City, LA 71111
Help here
- Job and workforce servicesThe center helps residents find job search and workforce training resources.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on laworks.net
State office · State office
Bossier City Office of Motor Vehicles
5050 Industrial Drive Extension, Bossier City, LA 71112
Help here
- Motor vehicle and driver servicesResidents can visit the OMV for the motor vehicle and driver services offered at this location.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on expresslane.org
Library · County office
Bossier Parish Libraries
7204 Hutchison Drive, Bossier City, LA 71111
Help here
- Library servicesThe library system offers books, public computers, and learning resources to parish residents.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bossierlibrary.org
Local office · Regional office
United Way of Northwest Louisiana 211
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 to get connected with local help for needs such as food, housing, health care, and transportation.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on unitedwaynwla.org
Bossier Parish Police Jury website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Bossier Parish
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
Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana
285 Mt. Zion Road, Shreveport, LA 71106
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
Acadiana Legal Service 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
Bossier Office of Comm. Services Inc.
700 Benton Road, P.O. Box 6004, Bossier City, LA 71111
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Bossier Parish
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.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- 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.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
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
- United Way of Northwest Louisiana 211
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