Columbia

Local offices in Columbia

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

• Utilities · City office

  Town Hall and Water Utilities

  7010 US Hwy 165, Columbia, LA 71418

  Help here

  • Town government servicesVisit or call Town Hall with questions about local government and town services.Read more
  • Water service and billsContact the town about water service, pay a water bill, or ask about a water bill or service problem.
  Call 318-649-6174DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on townofcolumbia.net

• Library · County office

  Caldwell Parish Library

  211 Jackson St, Columbia, LA 71418

  Help here

  • Library services and programsVisit the library to borrow materials, use library resources, or attend programs.
  Call 318-649-2259DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on caldwell-parish-library.info

• Parks and recreation · County office

  Caldwell Parish Recreation and Community Center

  6539 US Highway 165, Columbia, LA 71418

  Help here

  • Recreation and community activitiesVisit for activities such as basketball, skating, and use of the workout room.
  Call 318-649-2326DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on townofcolumbia.net

Town of Columbia website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Columbia

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

Job help near Columbia

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.

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Caldwell American Job Center

  Also helps young people

  3.6 miles away

  6563 Highway 165, Columbia, LA 71418

  Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm (Closed for lunch 12:30pm-1:00pm) )1st and 3rd Monday of each month or by appointment

  Call 318-649-5398 / 318-435-5687DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 9, 2026

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 Caldwell Parish

Columbia is in Caldwell Parish. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Community action · Nonprofit

  LaSalle Community Action Association, Inc.

  Help here

  • Community action programsAsk about assistance programs available to Caldwell Parish residents.Read more
  Website

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

• Public health · State office

  Caldwell Parish Health Unit

  501 Collins Road, Columbia, LA 71418

  Help here

  • Public health and immunizationsGet immunizations, reproductive health care, tuberculosis testing, and other public health services.
  • WICAsk about nutrition support for eligible women, infants, and children.
  Call 318-649-2393DirectionsWebsite

  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.
  Call 318-484-2260DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · State office

  Caldwell Parish Veterans Service Office

  201 Main Street, Columbia, LA 71418

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpGet help understanding and applying for veterans benefits.
  Call 318-649-2552DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Caldwell American Job Center

  6563 Highway 165, Columbia, LA 71418

  Help here

  • Job search and employment helpGet help with job search resources and employment services during scheduled visits or by appointment.
  • SNAP application assistanceGet help with SNAP information and paper applications at this community partner location.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 318-387-7962DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on laworks.net

• Library · County office

  Caldwell Parish Library

  211 Jackson Street, Columbia, LA 71418

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books, use computers and Wi-Fi, and access library programs and resources.Read more
  Call 318-649-2259DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on caldwell-parish-library.info

Everything in Caldwell 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