Oak Ridge

Local offices in Oak Ridge

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

• Local office · City office

  Village of Oak Ridge Hall

  Help here

  • Town government and water and sewer serviceContact the village about local government or its water and sewer service.
  Call 318-244-5033Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on lma.org

• Local office · Regional office

  Louisiana 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 or text your ZIP code to 898-211 to find local help and services.
  Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on louisiana211.org

• Library · County office

  Oak Ridge Branch, Morehouse Parish Library

  106 North Oak Street, Oak Ridge, LA 71264

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the branch for library services and resources.
  Call 318-244-5329DirectionsWebsite

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

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Oak Ridge

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

Job help near Oak Ridge

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 Oak Ridge. These are the closest.

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Richland American Job Center

  11 miles away

  146 Christian Drive, Rayville, LA 71269

  Hours: Monday, Tuesday Wednesday, and Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm,(Closed for lunch-12:30pm-1:00pm), Thursday 8:00am-12:30pm

  Call 318-728-3348 ext 303DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 17, 2026

• American Job Center

  Morehouse American Job Center

  Also helps people leaving jail or prison

  13 miles away

  250 Holt Drive, Bastrop, LA 71220

  Hours: Monday-Wednesday and Friday 8am-4:30pm (Closes 12:30 pm-1pm for lunch)Thursday- 8am-12:30pm

  Call 318-283-0849DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 22, 2026

• American Job Center

  Ouachita American Job Center

  Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison

  20 miles away

  24 Accent Drive, Suite 151, Monroe, LA 71202

  Hours: M,T,W,Th 8:00am-5:00pm;(Closed 12-12:30 for lunch)Closed to the public at 4:30pm, F 8:00am-3:00 pm (Closed 12pm-1pm for lunch)

  Call 318-362-3058DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on October 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 Morehouse Parish

Oak Ridge is in Morehouse Parish. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• State office

  Morehouse Parish Economic Stability Office

  1045 East Madison Avenue, Bastrop, LA 71220

  Help here

  • SNAP applicationsResidents can get help applying for food benefits at this office.Apply online
  Call 318-283-0826DirectionsWebsite

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

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Union Community Action Association, Morehouse Office

  202 East Jefferson Avenue, Bastrop, LA 71220

  Help here

  • Utility bill assistanceEligible residents can ask about help paying electric, gas, or propane bills.
  Call 318-281-7271DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ucaa.us

• Public health · State office

  Morehouse Parish Health Unit

  650 School Road, Bastrop, LA 71220

  Help here

  • Public health clinic servicesThe health unit offers immunizations, reproductive health care, tuberculosis testing, and other public health services.
  • WICWIC provides nutrition support for eligible women, infants, and children.
  Call 318-283-0806DirectionsWebsite

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

• 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

  Morehouse Parish Veterans Service Office

  129 North Franklin Street, Bastrop, LA 71220

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans can get help with questions and claims for benefits.
  Call 318-283-0841DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Morehouse Parish Emergency Planning Committee

  351 South Franklin Street, Bastrop, LA 71220

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness informationResidents can contact the parish office for emergency preparedness information.
  Call 318-874-3907DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Morehouse 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