Independence

Local offices in Independence

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

• Local office · City office

  Town of Independence City Hall

  583 W Railroad Ave, Independence, LA 70443

  Help here

  • Town services and utility billsVisit City Hall to ask about town services or pay your water bill.
  Call 985-878-4145DirectionsWebsite

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

• 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 · Nonprofit

  Independence Senior Center

  305 E Railroad Ave, Independence, LA 70443

  Help here

  • Senior meals and activitiesAdults age 60 and older can visit for a meal, activities, and social time.
  Call 985-878-4385DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Tangipahoa Parish Library, Independence Branch

  290 S Pine Street, Independence, LA 70443

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the branch to use library resources and ask staff for help.
  Call 985-878-2970DirectionsWebsite

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

Town of Independence website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Food near you

Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Independence first. Hours change, so call first when you can.

• Free meals

  Grace & Greens: Community Meal

  Okra Abbey

  52 miles from the center of Independence

  1800 Monroe Street, New Orleans, LA 70118

  Hours

  • Wed12 PM to 1 PM

  Who can come: All neighbors

  DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on okraabbey.com, checked on October 9, 2026

• Mobile pantry

  Culture Aid NOLA

  53 miles from the center of Independence

  1835 St. Roch Ave., New Orleans, LA 70117

  Hours

  Hours not listed. Call first.

  Wednesdays at 6 p.m.

  Who can come: Anyone

  What to bring: No documentation or ID needed.

  Directions

  Listed on ready.nola.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  Ozanam Inn

  53 miles from the center of Independence

  2239 Poydras Street, New Orleans, LA 70119

  Hours

  • Mon9 AM to 9:30 AM. Snacks; 1 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch
  • Tue9 AM to 9:30 AM. Snacks; 1 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch
  • Wed9 AM to 9:30 AM. Snacks; 1 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch
  • Thu9 AM to 9:30 AM. Snacks; 1 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch
  • Fri9 AM to 9:30 AM. Snacks; 1 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch

  Who can come: Anyone

  Call 504-523-1184DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on nola.gov, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  Lantern Light Feeding Programs

  Lantern Light

  53 miles from the center of Independence

  1803 Gravier St., New Orleans, LA 70112

  Hours

  • Mon9 AM to 9:30 AM. Morning snack; 1 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch
  • Tue9 AM to 9:30 AM. Morning snack; 1 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch
  • Wed9 AM to 9:30 AM. Morning snack; 1 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch
  • Thu9 AM to 9:30 AM. Morning snack; 1 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch
  • Fri9 AM to 9:30 AM. Morning snack; 1 PM to 1:30 PM. Lunch

  Who can come: People who are homeless or have low income

  Call 504-273-5573DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on lanternlight.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Lantern Light Feeding Programs

  Lantern Light

  53 miles from the center of Independence

  1803 Gravier St., New Orleans, LA 70112

  Hours

  • Fri9:30 AM to 10:30 AM (1st and 3rd of the month)

  Who can come: Orleans Parish residents

  What to bring: First time registrants must bring ID, proof of income, and a lease or other proof of address.

  Call 504-273-5573DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on lanternlight.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  St. Charles Avenue Baptist Church

  53 miles from the center of Independence

  7100 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70118

  Hours

  Hours not listed. Call first.

  Second and Fourth Saturdays of every month. Lunch served at 12:00 PM.

  Who can come: Anyone

  What to bring: No ID, paperwork, or religious requirement.

  Call 504-861-9514DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on stcharlesave.church, checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Independence

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

Job help near Independence

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 Independence. These are the closest.

• American Job Center

  Geaux Jobs Of Tangipahoa Parish

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  9.2 miles away

  403 Market Street, Hammond, LA 70401

  Hours: Mon-Wed,Fri, 8:00 am-4:00pm; Thurs 8:00am-2:00pm

  Call 985-902-4200DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 5, 2026

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Livingston American Job Center (Serving East Feliciana)

  Also helps young people

  17 miles away

  29940 S. Magnolia Street, P.O Box 1327, Livingston, LA 70754

  Hours: Mon-Wed, Fri 8:00am - 4:00pm Thurs 8:00am-2:00pm

  Call 225-435-0606DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 17, 2026

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Ascension American Job Center

  Also helps young people

  37 miles away

  1060 E. Worthy Street, Gonzales, LA 70737

  Hours: Mon-Wed.,Fri 8:00 am -4:00 pm Thurs 8:00 am- 2:00pm

  Call 985-902-4200DirectionsWebsite

  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 Tangipahoa Parish

Independence is in Tangipahoa Parish. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• 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

• 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

Everything in Tangipahoa 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