Homer
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Local offices in Homer
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
Town of Homer Business Office
400 East Main Street, Homer, LA 71040
Help here
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on townofhomer.com
Housing authority · Regional office
Homer Housing Authority
329 Oil Mill Street, Homer, LA 71040
Help here
- Public housingContact the Housing Authority about its housing programs and services.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on homerhousing.org
Library · County office
Claiborne Parish Library
909 Edgewood Drive, Homer, LA 71040
Help here
- Library servicesBorrow books and other materials, use library resources, and get help with research.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cplibrary.org
State office · State office
Claiborne Parish Economic Stability Office
622 East 2nd Street, Homer, LA 71040
Help here
- SNAP application helpGet help applying for SNAP food benefits and information about the program.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on ldh.la.gov
Community action · County office
Claiborne Parish Office of Community Services
621 South Main Street, Homer, LA 71040
Help here
- Energy bill helpAsk about help with home energy bills through the parish LIHEAP program.
- Transportation coordinationContact the parish office about local transportation services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on claiborneparish.org
Jobs and training · State office
Louisiana Workforce Commission Claiborne Office
3940 Highway 79, Homer, LA 71040
Help here
- Job service assistanceVisit the local workforce office for job service assistance on its listed service day.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on laworks.net
Checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Claiborne Parish
Homer is in Claiborne Parish. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Emergency help · County office
Claiborne Parish Office of Emergency Preparedness
507 W. Main St, Homer, LA 71040
Help here
- Emergency preparedness helpGet information and help preparing for emergencies in Claiborne Parish.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on claiborneparish.org
Public health · State office
Claiborne Parish Health Unit
624 W. Main Street, Homer, LA 71040
Help here
- Public health servicesVisit for services such as immunizations, reproductive health care, tuberculosis testing, and vital records.
- WICAsk the health unit about WIC food and nutrition help for eligible women, infants, and children.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ldh.la.gov
Veterans · State office
Claiborne Parish Veterans Service Office
507 West Main Street, Homer, LA 71040
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help with veterans benefits and services at the parish veterans office.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vetaffairs.la.gov
Community action · County office
Claiborne Parish Police Jury Office of Community Services
621 Main Street, Homer, LA 71040
Help here
- Energy assistanceAsk about energy assistance programs available to Claiborne Parish residents.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lhc.la.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Claiborne Parish Council on Aging
608 E. 4th Street, Homer, LA 71040
Help here
- Aging and caregiver servicesResidents age 60 and older can ask about meals, transportation, and other support services.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cajunaaa.org
State office · State office
Louisiana SNAP Region 7 Claiborne Office
622 E. 2nd Street, Homer, LA 71040
Help here
- SNAP assistanceVisit the local SNAP office for help with food assistance services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ldh.la.gov
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