Natchitoches Parish

Local offices in Natchitoches Parish

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

• Child support · State office

  Louisiana Child Support Enforcement, Natchitoches office

  106 Charlene Street, Natchitoches, LA 71457

  Help here

  • Child support servicesParents can get help establishing or enforcing child support and handling payments.
  DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · County office

  Housing Authority of Natchitoches Parish

  525 4th St, Natchitoches, LA 71457

  Help here

  • Public and subsidized housingResidents can contact the authority to ask about public housing and housing assistance.
  Call 318-357-0553DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · State office

  Natchitoches Parish Health Unit

  625 Bienville Extension, Natchitoches, LA 71457

  Help here

  • Public health servicesResidents can visit for immunizations, reproductive health care, testing, and other public health services.
  • WICWomen, infants, and children can ask about WIC nutrition services and food benefits.
  Call 318-357-3132DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Natchitoches Parish Clerk of Court

  200 Church Street, Room 104, Natchitoches, LA 71457

  Help here

  • Court and public recordsResidents can contact the clerk about court records and other public records kept by the office.
  Call 318-352-8152DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  10th Judicial District Court

  200 Church St, Natchitoches, LA 71457

  Help here

  • District court mattersResidents can find information about civil and criminal court matters in Natchitoches Parish.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on 10jdc.org

• Older adults · Regional office

  Natchitoches Council on Aging

  1016 Keyser Ave, Natchitoches, LA 71457

  Help here

  • Aging servicesOlder adults can ask about meals, transportation, caregiver support, and other services.
  Call 318-357-3250DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · State office

  Natchitoches Parish Veterans Service Office

  1016 Keyser Avenue, Natchitoches, LA 71457

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans and their families can get help understanding and applying for benefits.
  Call 318-357-3106DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · Regional office

  Natchitoches Parish 9-1-1 District

  Help here

  • Emergency response accessCall 911 to reach emergency services in Natchitoches Parish.
  Call 911Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on natchitoches911.org

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  American Job Center, Natchitoches

  303 Bienville St, Natchitoches, LA 71457

  Help here

  • Job search and workforce helpJob seekers can get help finding work and accessing employment services.
  Call 318-375-3145DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Natchitoches Parish Library

  450 Second St, Natchitoches, LA 71457

  Help here

  • Library servicesResidents can borrow books and other materials and use library programs and resources.
  Call 318-357-3280DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on www1.youseemore.com

Parish of Natchitoches website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Natchitoches Parish

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

Job help near Natchitoches 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

  Natchitoches-East American Job Center

  Also helps young people

  1.6 miles away

  303 Bienville Street, Natchitoches, LA 71457

  Hours: M, T, W 8:00 am to 4:30 pm ;Th 8:00 am to 2:30 pm; Fri 8:00am-3:30pm(Closed for lunch 11:30am-12:30pm)

  Call 318-357-3145DirectionsWebsite

  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.

Cities and towns in Natchitoches Parish

• Ashland
• Campti
• Clarence
• Goldonna
• Natchez
• Natchitoches
• Powhatan
• Provencal
• Robeline

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