Shreveport
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Local offices in Shreveport
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · City office
Shreveport 311
Help here
- Report a city service issueReport non-emergency problems such as potholes, graffiti, or code violations.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on shreveportla.gov
Human services · City office
Department of Community Development
401 Texas Street, Shreveport, LA 71101
Help here
- Housing rehabilitationEligible Shreveport homeowners can apply for help with needed home repairs.Apply onlineRead more
- Housing accessibility rampsThe city provides wheelchair ramps for eligible older residents and residents with disabilities.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on shreveportla.gov
Utilities · City office
Water and Sewerage Customer Service
Government Plaza, Room 130, Shreveport, LA 71101
Help here
- Water and sewer service and billsOpen a water or sewer account or ask about your city utility bill.
- Shreveport Water Assistance ProgramThe city program can help eligible residents pay part of a water or sewer bill through a participating agency.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on shreveportla.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
Shreveport Public Assembly and Recreation (SPAR)
505 Travis Street, Suite 550, Shreveport, LA 71101
Help here
- Parks and recreation programsFind recreation programs, sports, camps, and activities at city community centers.Apply onlineRead more
- Senior programsResidents age 50 and older can find city recreation activities and programs through SPAR.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on shreveportla.gov
Jobs and training · City office
Caddo American Job Center
415 Texas Street, Suite 102, Shreveport, LA 71101
Help here
- Job search and trainingGet help with job searches, job skills, employment services, and training programs.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on shreveportla.gov
State office · State office
Shreveport Medicaid Office
3020 Knight Street, Suite 100, Shreveport, LA 71105
Help here
- Medicaid application assistanceThe office helps residents apply for Medicaid, renew coverage, and update case information.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ldh.la.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Offices for all of Caddo Parish
Shreveport is in Caddo Parish. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · State office
Caddo Parish Health Unit
1035 Creswell Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71101
Help here
- Public health servicesVisit for public health services, including immunizations and other clinic services.
- WICWIC helps eligible pregnant and postpartum people, infants, and children get healthy food and nutrition support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ldh.la.gov
Community action · Nonprofit
Caddo Community Action Agency
4055 St. Vincent Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71108
Help here
- Rent and mortgage assistanceEligible Caddo Parish residents facing eviction or mortgage default may apply for one month of assistance.
- Head StartFamilies can apply for early learning and support for eligible young children.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on caddocaa.org
Older adults · Regional office
Caddo Council on Aging
1700 Buckner Street, Suite 240, Shreveport, LA 71101
Help here
- Aging and disability servicesOlder adults and people with disabilities can ask for meals, transportation, in-home help, and referrals.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on goea.louisiana.gov
Housing authority · Regional office
Housing Authority of the City of Shreveport
2500 Line Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71104
Help here
- Public housing and rental assistanceResidents can ask about public housing and rental assistance programs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on hacsla.com
Library · Regional office
Shreve Memorial Library
885 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Shreveport, LA 71118
Help here
- Library servicesResidents can use library collections, public computers, learning resources, and other library services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on shreve-lib.org
Courts and legal help · County office
Caddo Parish Clerk of Court
501 Texas Street, Room 103, Shreveport, LA 71101
Help here
- Court filings and recordsResidents can file civil and domestic court papers and access court records through the Clerk's Office.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on caddoclerk.com
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