St. John the Baptist Parish

Local offices in St. John the Baptist Parish

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

• Community action · County office

  St. John Parish Department of Community Services

  128 Central Avenue, Reserve, LA 70084

  Help here

  • Basic needs and crisis assistanceGet help with financial assistance, case management, education, and local resources.
  • Energy assistanceAsk about help paying energy bills through the department’s assistance programs.
  Call 985-536-4955DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sjbparish.gov

• Public health · State office

  St. John Parish Health Unit

  473 Central Avenue, Reserve, LA 70084

  Help here

  • WICApply for nutrition and food benefits for eligible women, infants, and children.
  • Public health servicesGet immunizations, family planning, pregnancy testing, and sexually transmitted disease testing.
  Call 985-536-2172DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sjbparish.gov

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  River Parishes Behavioral Health Center

  1809 West Airline Highway, LaPlace, LA 70068

  Help here

  • Behavioral health servicesContact the center to arrange behavioral health services and assessment.
  Call 985-652-8444DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sclhsa.org

• Courts and legal help · State office

  40th Judicial District Public Defender Office

  75 Dominican Road, Suite 202, LaPlace, LA 70068

  Help here

  • Apply for a public defenderApply for a court-appointed lawyer if you need a lawyer for a criminal case.Apply online
  Call 985-651-6677DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on stjohnpdo.org

• Older adults · Regional office

  Capital Area Agency on Aging

  2051 Silverside Drive, Suite 208, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

  Help here

  • Aging and disability supportsGet information about meals, transportation, caregiver support, legal help, and other services for older adults.
  Call 225-922-2525DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on capitalaaa.org

• Veterans · County office

  St. John Parish Veterans Services

  4080 West Airline Highway, Reserve, LA 70084

  Help here

  • Veterans assistanceGet information and help with services for veterans.
  Call 985-479-4080DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sjbparish.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  St. John Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness informationFind local emergency plans and information to prepare for and respond to disasters.
  Call 985-652-2222Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sjbparish.gov

• State office

  Driver's License Bureau

  4034 West Airline Highway, Reserve, LA 70084

  Help here

  • Driver licensing and vehicle registrationVisit for driver's license and vehicle registration transactions.
  Call 985-479-5188DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sjbparish.gov

• Library · Regional office

  St. John the Baptist Parish Library

  2920 Highway 51, LaPlace, LA 70068

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse library collections, learning resources, programs, and services across the parish library system.
  Call 985-652-6857DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on stjohnlib.com

St. John the Baptist Parish Government website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve St. John the Baptist Parish

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

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