Bossier City
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Local offices in Bossier City
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
City of Bossier City
620 Benton Road, Bossier City, LA 71111
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bossiercity.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Bossier City Parks & Recreation
3223 Old Shed Road, Bossier City, LA 71111
Help here
- Parks and recreation programsResidents can find and register for recreation programs for people of different ages.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bossiercity.org
Utilities · City office
Bossier City Customer Service Division
3223 Old Shed Road, Bossier City, LA 71111
Help here
- Water and sewer billingResidents can start or transfer water service, pay a bill, or ask about their account.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bossiercity.org
Library · County office
Bossier Parish Libraries Central Library Complex
7204 Hutchison Drive, Bossier City, LA 71111
Help here
- Library servicesResidents can visit the library to use its collections and public services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bossierlibrary.org
Housing authority · City office
Housing Authority of the City of Bossier City
79 Grace Lane, Bossier City, LA 71111
Help here
- Public housingResidents can check open waiting lists and apply for available housing.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on thehabc.org
Jobs and training · Regional office
Bossier/Caddo American Job Center
4000 Viking Drive, Suite B-1, Bossier City, LA 71111
Help here
- Job search and workforce servicesJob seekers can visit for help finding work and accessing employment services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on laworks.net
State office · State office
Bossier City Office of Motor Vehicles
5050 Industrial Drive Extension, Bossier City, LA 71112
Help here
- Motor vehicle and driver servicesResidents can visit the OMV for the motor vehicle and driver services offered at this location.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on expresslane.org
Checked on October 8, 2026
Offices for all of Bossier Parish
Bossier City is in Bossier Parish. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Housing authority · County office
Bossier Parish Section 8 Housing
3022 Old Minden Road, Suite 206, Bossier City, LA 71112
Help here
- Housing Choice Voucher assistanceThe office helps residents apply for rental assistance through its Section 8 program.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bossierparishla.gov
Veterans · County office
Bossier Parish Veterans Affairs Department
2292 Barksdale Boulevard, Suite A, Bossier City, LA 71112
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceThe office helps veterans and their families with questions about available benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bossierparishla.gov
Public health · State office
Bossier Parish Health Unit
3022 Old Minden Road, Bossier City, LA 71112
Help here
- Public health servicesThe health unit provides immunizations, reproductive health services, and tuberculosis services.
- Women, Infants and Children (WIC)WIC provides food benefits and nutrition support to eligible pregnant people, infants, and children under five.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ldh.la.gov
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
Northwest Louisiana Human Services District
1310 North Hearne Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71107
Help here
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nlhsd.org
Older adults · Regional office
Bossier Council on Aging
Help here
- Senior servicesThe council connects parish residents age 60 and older with meals, transportation, and other support.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bossiercoa.org
Community action · Nonprofit
Bossier Office of Community Services
700 Benton Road, Bossier City, LA 71171
Help here
- Community action servicesThe agency helps residents connect with community services and support programs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on bocs.org
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.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- 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.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
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
Talk to a person
- Louisiana 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988