Ouachita Parish
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Local offices in Ouachita Parish
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · State office
Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services, Ouachita Parish Office
1650 DeSiard St., Monroe, LA 71201
Help here
- Public assistance office helpContact DCFS for help with benefits and services available through its local office.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dcfs.louisiana.gov
Child support · Regional office
Fourth Judicial District Attorney Child Support Enforcement
400 St. John Street, Monroe, LA 71201
Help here
- Child support enforcementGet help establishing paternity and setting up or enforcing child support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on 4thda.org
Community action · Nonprofit
Ouachita Multi-Purpose Community Action Program
1103 Royal Avenue, Monroe, LA 71201
Help here
- Energy assistanceEligible households can apply for help paying heating and cooling costs.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on omcapinc.org
Housing authority · Regional office
Monroe Housing Authority
300 Harrison Street, Monroe, LA 71201
Help here
- Public and affordable housingApply for housing and ask about the authority’s housing programs at its office.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on monroehousing.com
Public health · State office
Ouachita Parish Health Unit
1650 Desiard Street, Monroe, LA 71201
Help here
- Public health servicesVisit the health unit for immunizations, reproductive health, and tuberculosis services.
- WICWIC provides nutrition support and food benefits to eligible women, infants, and children.
Checked on 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.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on louisiana211.org
Courts and legal help · Regional office
Fourth Judicial District Court Legal Self-Help Center
Help here
- Legal self-help informationFind legal information and resources for representing yourself in court.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on 4thjdcselfhelp.com
Older adults · Regional office
Ouachita Council on Aging
2407 Ferrand Street, Monroe, LA 71201
Help here
- Aging servicesThe council connects adults age 60 and older with local services and support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ouachitacoa.com
Veterans · State office
Ouachita Parish Veterans Service Office
704 Cypress Street, West Monroe, LA 71291
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans and their families can get help with benefit questions and claims.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vetaffairs.la.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
Ouachita Business and Career Solutions Center
24 Accent Drive, Suite 151, Monroe, LA 71202
Help here
- Job search and workforce servicesVisit the center for help finding work, training, and workforce services.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on laworks.net
Library · County office
Ouachita Parish Public Library
1800 Stubbs Avenue, Monroe, LA 71201
Help here
- Library systemGet a library card and use books, learning resources, tutoring, and library programs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on oplib.org
Ouachita Parish Police Jury website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Ouachita 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 Northeast Louisiana
204 Exchange Street, West Monroe, LA 71292
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
Ouachita Multi-Purpose CAP, Inc.
PO Box 3086, Monroe, LA 71210-3086
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Ouachita 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
- 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