Franklin Parish

Local offices in Franklin Parish

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

• State office

  Franklin Parish DCFS Office

  2406 C. West St, Winnsboro, LA 71295

  Help here

  • SNAP and family assistanceVisit the parish office for help with SNAP and other family assistance programs.Apply online
  Call 318-435-2190DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Franklin Parish Health Unit

  6614 Main St, Winnsboro, LA 71295

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the health unit for local public health services.
  • WICThe clinic provides WIC services for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.Read more
  Call 318-435-2143DirectionsWebsite

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

• 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 · County office

  Franklin Parish Police Jury

  6558 Main St, Winnsboro, LA 71295

  Help here

  • Parish government and permitsContact the Police Jury about parish government and permits for unincorporated areas.
  Call 318-435-9429DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on visitfranklinparish.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

  Franklin Parish Veterans Service Office

  6558 Main St, Winnsboro, LA 71295

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help with veterans benefits and services at the parish veterans office.
  Call 318-435-2141DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Franklin American Job Center

  203 Prairie St, Winnsboro, LA 71295

  Help here

  • Job search and employment servicesGet help with job searches and employment services at the Winnsboro center.
  Call 318-435-5687DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Franklin Parish Library

  705 Prairie St, Winnsboro, LA 71295

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library system for books, learning resources, and public library services.
  Call 318-435-4336DirectionsWebsite

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

Louisiana official Franklin Parish profile website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Franklin Parish

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

Job help near Franklin Parish

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

  Franklin American Job Center

  2.3 miles away

  2889 Hwy 15, Suite C, Winnsboro, LA 71295

  Hours: Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri - 8:00 AM to 4:30pm (Closed for lunch 12:30pm-1:00pm) Thurs 8:00am-12:30pm

  Call 318-435-5687DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on August 7, 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.

Cities and towns in Franklin Parish

• Baskin
• Gilbert
• Winnsboro
• Wisner

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