Benton

Local offices in Benton

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

• 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

• Local office · City office

  Benton Town Hall

  105 Sibley Street, Benton, LA 71006

  Help here

  • Town services and recordsVisit or call Town Hall for town government services and public records requests.
  • Water, sewer, and trash serviceStart or manage water and sewer service and get help with utility billing and trash pickup.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 318-965-2781DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on townofbentonlouisiana.com

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  Benton Senior Center

  202 Sibley Street, Benton, LA 71006

  Help here

  • Senior meals and supportOlder adults can visit for meals, activities, and help connecting with services.Read more
  • Senior transportationEligible older adults can ask about rides to the center and grocery shopping.Read more
  Call 318-965-9981DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Benton Library Branch

  115 Courthouse Drive, Benton, LA 71006

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and other materials and use library services at the Benton branch.
  Call 318-965-2751DirectionsWebsite

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

Town of Benton, Louisiana website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Benton

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

Job help near Benton

American Job Centers are free. They help you look for work, write a resume, find training and apply for unemployment benefits. You can ask for an interpreter.

CareerOneStop lists no American Job Center in Benton. These are the closest.

• American Job Center

  Bossier and Caddo Parish American Job Center

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  9.9 miles away

  4000 Viking Drive, Suite B-1, Bossier City, LA 71111

  Hours: M, T, W 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Th 8:30 am--2:30 pm;, F 8:00am-3:30pm( Closed for lunch -11:30-12:30pm)

  Call 318-741-2746DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 5, 2026

• American Job Center

  Caddo American Job Center

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  14 miles away

  2121 Fairfield Avenue, Suite 100, Shreveport, LA 71104

  Hours: Mon-Tue-Wed and Fri 8:00am-5:00pm, Thurr 8:00am-3:00pm

  Call 318-676-7788DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on October 9, 2026

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Balance of Caddo American Job Center

  Also helps young people

  19 miles away

  125 East Louisiana St., Vivian, LA 71082

  Hours: Mon and Wed.8:30am-4:30Pm ,Thurs.8:30am-2:30pm,Fri 8:30am-3:30pm

  Call 318-676-5721DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on April 23, 2025

Job center and program listings from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Checked on October 10, 2026.

Offices for all of Bossier Parish

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

• 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

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

• Housing help · 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

  Last checked 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

  Last checked 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

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

• 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

  Last checked 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

  Last checked 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.
• 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