Morehouse Parish
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Local offices in Morehouse Parish
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office
Morehouse Parish Economic Stability Office
1045 East Madison Avenue, Bastrop, LA 71220
Help here
- SNAP applicationsResidents can get help applying for food benefits at this office.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dcfs.louisiana.gov
Community action · Nonprofit
Union Community Action Association, Morehouse Office
202 East Jefferson Avenue, Bastrop, LA 71220
Help here
- Utility bill assistanceEligible residents can ask about help paying electric, gas, or propane bills.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ucaa.us
Public health · State office
Morehouse Parish Health Unit
650 School Road, Bastrop, LA 71220
Help here
- Public health clinic servicesThe health unit offers immunizations, reproductive health care, tuberculosis testing, and other public health services.
- WICWIC provides nutrition support for eligible women, infants, and children.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ldh.la.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Cenla Area Agency on Aging
1423 Peterman Drive, Alexandria, LA 71301
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportGet information about meals, transportation, home care, and support for caregivers.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cenlaaging.org
Veterans · State office
Morehouse Parish Veterans Service Office
129 North Franklin Street, Bastrop, LA 71220
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans can get help with questions and claims for benefits.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on vetaffairs.la.gov
Emergency help · County office
Morehouse Parish Emergency Planning Committee
351 South Franklin Street, Bastrop, LA 71220
Help here
- Emergency preparedness informationResidents can contact the parish office for emergency preparedness information.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gohsep.la.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
Morehouse Parish Clerk of Court
100 East Madison Avenue, Bastrop, LA 71220
Help here
- Birth certificatesResidents can request birth certificates through the clerk's office.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on morehouseclerkofcourt.com
Jobs and training · State office
Morehouse American Job Center
250 Holt Street, Bastrop, LA 71220
Help here
- Job search and employment servicesJob seekers can get help finding work and accessing employment services.Read more
- SNAP application assistanceResidents can get information and paper applications for SNAP at the center.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ldh.la.gov
Library · County office
Morehouse Parish Library
Help here
- Library servicesResidents can borrow books and use the library's online resources and programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on morehouseparishlibrary.com
Morehouse Parish profile, State of Louisiana website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Morehouse 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
Pine Belt Multi-Purpose Agency, Inc.
PO Box 508, Jonesboro, LA 71251
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Morehouse 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.
- 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
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