Plain Dealing

Local offices in Plain Dealing

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Utilities · City office

  Plain Dealing Water Utilities

  205 W. Palmetto Avenue, Plain Dealing, LA 71064

  Help here

  • Water and sewer billingContact the water clerk for help with water and sewer service or bills.
  Call 318-326-4234DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on thetownofplaindealing.com

• Local office · City office

  Plain Dealing Town Hall

  205 W. Palmetto Avenue, Plain Dealing, LA 71064

  Help here

  • Town services and assistanceContact the town office for help with town services and questions about local government.
  Call 318-326-4234DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on thetownofplaindealing.com

• Library · Regional office

  Rita Sanders Keoun Memorial Plain Dealing Branch

  208 East Mary Lee Avenue, Plain Dealing, LA 71064

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the branch to borrow books, study, use library resources, or attend programs.
  Call 318-326-4233DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on bossierlibrary.org

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Plain Dealing Community Center

  Help here

  • Community center rentalResidents can apply at Town Hall to rent the community center for a gathering.
  Call 318-326-4234Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on thetownofplaindealing.com

Town of Plain Dealing website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Plain Dealing

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Bossier Parish

Plain Dealing is in Bossier Parish. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• 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.
  Call 318-676-7323DirectionsWebsite

  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
  Call 318-747-7823DirectionsWebsite

  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.
  Call 318-741-7314DirectionsWebsite

  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

  • Behavioral health careThe district offers counseling, addiction treatment, and other behavioral health services to area residents.Read more
  • Developmental disability servicesThe district helps people with developmental disabilities find services and support.Read more
  Call 318-676-5111DirectionsWebsite

  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.
  Call 318-862-9747DirectionsWebsite

  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
  Call 318-741-7358Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bossiercoa.org

Everything 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