Independence
Ask about Independence
Ask in your own words. We look up programs and offices for Independence and tell you where to go next.
Local offices in Independence
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Town of Independence City Hall
583 W Railroad Ave, Independence, LA 70443
Help here
- Town services and utility billsVisit City Hall to ask about town services or pay your water bill.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on townofindy.com
Local office · Regional office
Louisiana 211
Help here
- Information and referralsCall 211 for information about local and statewide services and resources.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on louisiana211.org
Older adults · Nonprofit
Independence Senior Center
305 E Railroad Ave, Independence, LA 70443
Help here
- Senior meals and activitiesAdults age 60 and older can visit for a meal, activities, and social time.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on tangicoa.com
Library · County office
Tangipahoa Parish Library, Independence Branch
290 S Pine Street, Independence, LA 70443
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the branch to use library resources and ask staff for help.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on tangilibrary.com
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Independence
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Second Harvest Food Bank of Greater New Orleans and Acadiana
700 Edwards Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70123
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Southeast Louisiana Legal Services Corporation
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Quad Area CAA Inc
45300 North Baptist Road, Hammond, LA 70401
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Tangipahoa Parish
Independence is in Tangipahoa Parish. These county and state offices serve people there too.
State office · State office
Louisiana DCFS Tangipahoa Parish Office
1211 NW Central Ave., Amite, LA 70422
Help here
- SNAP and family assistanceGet information about applying for food and family assistance programs.Apply online
- Child support servicesGet help with child support services and questions.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dcfs.louisiana.gov
Housing authority · County office
Tangipahoa Parish Government Housing Department
111 N. Bay St., Suite B, Amite, LA 70422
Help here
- Housing Choice Voucher ProgramApply for rental assistance based on your household income.
- Emergency housing assistanceAsk about help if you are homeless or at risk of losing your housing.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on tangipahoa.org
Public health · State office
Tangipahoa Parish (Hammond) Health Unit
15481 W. Club Deluxe Road, Hammond, LA 70403
Help here
- Public health clinic servicesVisit for services such as immunizations, reproductive health care, testing, and vital records.
- WICAsk about food and nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ldh.la.gov
Public health · State office
Tangipahoa Parish (Amite) Health Unit
330 W. Oak St., Amite City, LA 70422
Help here
- Public health servicesVisit for services such as immunizations, environmental health, vital records, and WIC.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ldh.la.gov
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
Florida Parishes Human Services Authority
835 Pride Dr., Hammond, LA 70401
Help here
- Behavioral health and substance use servicesContact the authority for behavioral health and substance use support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on fphsa.org
Older adults · Regional office
Capital Area Agency on Aging
2051 Silverside Drive, Suite 208, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Help here
- Aging and disability resource helpGet help finding services and support options for older adults and people with disabilities.
- Meals, transportation, and caregiver supportAsk about meals, rides, and support for family caregivers.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on capitalaaa.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