Dodson

Local offices in Dodson

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

• Local office · City office

  Village of Dodson Office

  205 E. Gresham St., Dodson, LA 71422

  Help here

  • Village services and water billingVisit or call the village office for water and sewer service, bill questions, and help with payments.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 318-628-3775DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on dodson.myruralwater.com

• Library · County office

  Dodson Branch Library

  206 E Gresham, Dodson, LA 71422

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the branch to use library services and borrow materials.
  Call 318-628-2821DirectionsWebsite

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

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Dodson Civic Center

  Help here

  • Civic Center rentalCall the village office to reserve the Civic Center for an event.
  Call 318-628-3775Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on dodson.myruralwater.com

Village of Dodson website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Dodson

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

Job help near Dodson

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 Dodson. These are the closest.

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Jackson American Job Center

  10 miles away

  236 Industrial Drive, Jonesboro, LA 71251

  Hours: First and Third Monday of Each Month or by Appointment 8:00 am - 12:00pm

  Call 318-480-5050DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 17, 2026

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Winn American Job Center

  Also helps young people

  11 miles away

  103 West Boundary Street, Winnfield, LA 71483

  Hours: Monday-Wednesday, Thursday 8:00am to 4:30pm.

  Call 318-628-4641DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on July 17, 2026

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Lincoln/Bienville Parish American Job Center

  31 miles away

  307 North Homer Street, Suite 307, Ruston, LA 71270

  Hours: Monday - Wednesday: 8:30am - 4:30pm, Thursday: 8:00am - 2:30pm, Friday: 8:00am - 3:30pm(Closed for lunch 11:30am-12:30pm)

  Call 318-251-5023DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 17, 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 Winn Parish

Dodson is in Winn Parish. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · State office

  Winn Parish Health Unit

  301 W. Main St., Suite 101, Winnfield, LA 71483

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe health unit offers immunizations, family planning, pregnancy testing, STI testing, and other public health services.
  • WICWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children get healthy food and nutrition support.
  Call 318-628-2148DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  211 Louisiana

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall or visit 211 Louisiana to find local help with food, housing, health care, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on 211la.org

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  Winn Council on Aging, Inc.

  200 N. Church St., Winnfield, LA 71483

  Help here

  • Senior servicesThe council connects older adults with meals, home care, medical services, and prescription assistance.
  Call 318-628-2186DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  CENLA Area Agency on Aging

  1423 Peterman Dr., Alexandria, LA 71301

  Help here

  • Aging and disability servicesThe agency connects older adults and people with disabilities to local support and Medicare counseling.Read more
  Call 318-484-2260DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · State office

  Winn Parish Veterans Service Office

  101 W. Main St., Winnfield, LA 71483

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans and their families can get help understanding and applying for state and federal benefits.
  Call 318-628-4584DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Winn Parish Library

  200 St. John Street, Winnfield, LA 71483

  Help here

  • Library servicesResidents can borrow books and use library resources and programs.
  Call 318-628-4478DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Winn 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