Vidalia

Local offices in Vidalia

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

• State office

  Concordia Parish Economic Stability Office

  1721 Carter Street, Vidalia, LA 71373

  Help here

  • SNAP application assistanceVisit or call for help with a Louisiana SNAP food benefits application.Apply online
  Call 888-524-3578DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on ldh.la.gov

• Utilities · City office

  Vidalia Utility Department

  501 Sycamore Street, Vidalia, LA 71373

  Help here

  • Utility bills and accountsCall about billing accounts and information for town electric, gas, water, and sewer service.
  • Utility service problemsCall the department to report an electric, gas, water, or sewer problem.
  Call 318-336-5206DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  Vidalia Town Hall

  200 Vernon Stevens Blvd., Vidalia, LA 71373

  Help here

  • Town services and resident requestsContact Town Hall for help with town services or to bring a request to the Town Council.Read more
  Call 318-336-5206DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Vidalia Library

  408 Texas Street, Vidalia, LA 71373

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to use books, computers, and other public library services.
  Call 318-336-5043DirectionsWebsite

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

Town of Vidalia, Louisiana website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Vidalia

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

Job help near Vidalia

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 Vidalia. These are the closest.

• American Job Center

  Concordia American Job Center

  Also helps people leaving jail or prison

  8.8 miles away

  2100 E E.Wallace Boulevard N, Ferriday, LA 71334

  Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

  Call 318-719-3450DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on September 22, 2026

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Catahoula American Job Center

  23 miles away

  1533 4th Street, Jonesville, LA 71343

  Hours: Tuesdays, and Fridays 8:00am-4:30 pm

  Call 318-339-7667DirectionsWebsite

  Updated by CareerOneStop on July 17, 2026

• American Job Center · Affiliate center

  Tensas Parish American Job Center

  27 miles away

  205 Hancock Street, St. Joseph, LA 71366

  Hours: 1st and 3rd Mondays or by appointment 8:00am - 12:00pm

  Call 318-766-3542Directions

  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.

Offices for all of Concordia Parish

Vidalia is in Concordia Parish. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · State office

  Concordia Parish Health Unit

  905 Mickey Gilley Ave., Ferriday, LA 71343

  Help here

  • WICWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children get healthy food and nutrition support.
  • Medicaid application assistanceStaff can help clients with Medicaid applications.
  Call 318-757-8632DirectionsWebsite

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

• Community action · Nonprofit

  LaSalle Community Action Association, Inc.

  202 Sicily St., Harrisonburg, LA 71340

  Help here

  • Community action and energy assistanceResidents can contact the agency about energy assistance and other community services.
  Call 318-757-9213DirectionsWebsite

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

• 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

• Emergency help · County office

  Concordia Parish Office of Emergency Preparedness

  217 Persimmon Mill Rd., Ferriday, LA 71334

  Help here

  • Emergency alerts and preparednessResidents can sign up for alerts about disasters, evacuations, boil water notices, and other urgent events.
  Call 318-757-8248DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · County office

  Concordia Parish Police Jury

  4001 Carter Street, Room 1, Vidalia, LA 71373

  Help here

  • Parish government servicesContact the Police Jury about parish services, roads, drainage, water systems, recreation, and public buildings.
  Call 318-336-7151DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Concordia Parish Library System

  Help here

  • Library servicesThe library system offers books, public computers, Wi-Fi, copying, faxing, and other library services.
  Call 318-757-3550Website

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

Everything in Concordia 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