Tangipahoa Parish

Local offices in Tangipahoa Parish

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

• State office

  Louisiana DCFS Tangipahoa Parish Office

  1211 NW Central Ave., Amite, LA 70422

  Help here

  • SNAP and family assistanceGet information about applying for food and family assistance programs.Apply online
  • Child support servicesGet help with child support services and questions.
  Call 877-752-3237DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dcfs.louisiana.gov

• Housing help · County office

  Tangipahoa Parish Government Housing Department

  111 N. Bay St., Suite B, Amite, LA 70422

  Help here

  • Housing Choice Voucher ProgramApply for rental assistance based on your household income.
  • Emergency housing assistanceAsk about help if you are homeless or at risk of losing your housing.
  Call 985-748-8474DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Tangipahoa Parish (Hammond) Health Unit

  15481 W. Club Deluxe Road, Hammond, LA 70403

  Help here

  • Public health clinic servicesVisit for services such as immunizations, reproductive health care, testing, and vital records.
  • WICAsk about food and nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children.
  Call 985-543-4165DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ldh.la.gov

• Public health · State office

  Tangipahoa Parish (Amite) Health Unit

  330 W. Oak St., Amite City, LA 70422

  Help here

  • Public health servicesVisit for services such as immunizations, environmental health, vital records, and WIC.
  Call 985-748-2020DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ldh.la.gov

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Florida Parishes Human Services Authority

  835 Pride Dr., Hammond, LA 70401

  Help here

  • Behavioral health and substance use servicesContact the authority for behavioral health and substance use support.
  Call 985-543-4333DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  Louisiana 211

  Help here

  • Information and referralsCall 211 for information about local and statewide services and resources.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on louisiana211.org

• Older adults · Regional office

  Capital Area Agency on Aging

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

  Help here

  • Aging and disability resource helpGet help finding services and support options for older adults and people with disabilities.
  • Meals, transportation, and caregiver supportAsk about meals, rides, and support for family caregivers.
  Call 800-833-9883DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · State office

  Tangipahoa Parish Veterans Service Office (Kentwood Itinerant Point)

  308 Avenue G, Kentwood, LA 70444

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.
  Call 985-229-3451DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on vetaffairs.la.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Tangipahoa Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness

  114 N. Laurel St., Amite, LA 70422

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and responseGet disaster alerts and information about preparing for, responding to, and recovering from emergencies.
  Call 985-748-9602DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · County office

  Geaux Jobs Tangipahoa/St. Helena Center

  403 Market St., Hammond, LA 70403

  Help here

  • Job search and workforce servicesVisit for help with job searches and workforce services.
  Call 985-902-4200DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Tangipahoa Parish Library

  204 NE Central Ave., Amite City, LA 70422

  Help here

  • Library cards and materialsGet a library card to borrow materials and use online learning resources.Apply onlineRead more
  • Computers and internet accessUse library computers, Wi-Fi, and digital resources.
  Call 985-748-7559DirectionsWebsite

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

Tangipahoa Parish Government website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Tangipahoa Parish

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

Cities and towns in Tangipahoa Parish

• Amite City
• Hammond
• Independence
• Kentwood
• Ponchatoula
• Roseland
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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