St. Charles Parish
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Local offices in St. Charles Parish
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Community action · County office
St. Charles Parish Department of Community Services
14564 River Road, New Sarpy, LA 70078
Help here
- Energy and utility assistanceEligible residents can get help paying utility bills.
- Food assistanceResidents in need can ask about food programs and food baskets.
- Housing helpResidents can ask about housing repair and emergency rental assistance.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on stcharlesparish.gov
Emergency help · County office
St. Charles Parish Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness
15026 River Road, Hahnville, LA 70057
Help here
- Emergency information and preparednessResidents can get emergency updates and information on how to prepare for hazards.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on stcharlesparish.gov
Veterans · State office
Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs - St. Charles Parish
15045 River Road, Hahnville, LA 70057
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans can contact the local office for help with veterans benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on stcharlesparish.gov
Library · County office
St. Charles Parish Library
160 West Campus Drive, Destrehan, LA 70047
Help here
- Library servicesResidents can use library collections, public computers, printing, and learning programs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on myscpl.org
Older adults · Regional office
St. Charles Council on Aging, Inc.
282 Judge Edward Dufresne Parkway, Luling, LA 70070
Help here
- Services for older adultsOlder adults can ask about meals, transportation, personal care, and other support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on stcharlescoa.com
Public health · State office
St. Charles Community H. C. WIC Clinic/Luling
853 Milling Avenue, Luling, LA 70070
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children can get food and nutrition support through WIC.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ldh.la.gov
Local office · Regional office
VIA LINK 211
Help here
- Community resource referralsResidents can call 211 any time to find local help with food, housing, health care, utilities, and other needs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on vialink.org
St. Charles Parish Government website
Checked on October 8, 2026
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
- VIA LINK 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