Madison Parish

Local offices in Madison Parish

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

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Delta Community Action Association

  611 North Cedar Street, Tallulah, LA 71284

  Help here

  • Community action servicesContact the agency to ask about community assistance programs serving Madison Parish.Read more
  Call 318-574-2130DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on deltacaala.com

• Public health · State office

  Madison Parish Health Unit

  123 Bailey Street, Tallulah, LA 71282

  Help here

  • Public health servicesVisit the health unit for services including immunizations, reproductive health, TB testing, and WIC.
  • WICAsk the clinic about WIC nutrition services for eligible women, infants, and children.
  Call 318-574-3311DirectionsWebsite

  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

• 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

  Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs, Madison Parish

  402 East Green Street, Tallulah, LA 71282

  Help here

  • Veterans assistanceContact the parish veterans service location for help with veterans benefits and services.
  Call 225-219-5000DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Madison Parish Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness

  100 North Cedar Street, Tallulah, LA 71282

  Help here

  • Emergency preparednessGet information about preparing for and responding to disasters in Madison Parish.
  Call 318-574-6911DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Madison Parish Library

  403 North Mulberry Street, Tallulah, LA 71282

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the parish library for books, reference help, and public computer access.
  Call 318-574-4308DirectionsWebsite

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

Madison Parish website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Madison Parish

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

Job help near Madison 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

  Madison American Job Center

  Also helps young people

  0.3 miles away

  132 Old Hwy 65 South, Tallulah, LA 71282

  Hours: Wednesdays Only 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM or by appointment

  Call 830-461-8187 (Text Only)DirectionsWebsite

  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 Madison Parish

• Delta
• Mound
• Richmond
• Tallulah

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