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Lafayette Resources

Local and statewide resources for housing, employment, health, and more — curated for immigrant and refugee families in the Lafayette area.

About Lafayette

Lafayette is the heart of Cajun Country and Louisiana’s fourth-largest city. Known for its lively festivals, incredible food, and warm community spirit, Lafayette also has a growing immigrant population drawn by opportunities in the oil and gas industry, healthcare, and education. The city offers a welcoming mix of culture and community resources.

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💼 Employment
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🛠️ Life Skills
🍽️ Restaurants
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🏛️ Attractions
🎠 Kids

📍 Get Help — Resources & Contacts

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Housing
Rentals, assistance, tenant rights, moving

Resources
Local Housing Resources
Lafayette
Lafayette Housing Authority
📍115 Kattie Dr, Lafayette, LA 70501
Rental housing, vouchers
📞 (337) 233-5045
Statewide Resources
Statewide
Louisiana Housing Corporation
📍2415 Quail Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Rental assistance, Section 8, first-time homebuyer help
🌐 www.lhc.la.gov📞 (225) 763-8700
Statewide
Habitat for Humanity Louisiana
Long-term affordable housing and home repair programs
🌐 www.habitat.org
Statewide
211 Louisiana
Connects you to housing, shelters, and rent help
🌐 www.211.org📞 Dial 2-1-1
Statewide
Salvation Army Louisiana
Emergency shelter, housing transition, household items
🌐 www.salvationarmyusa.org
Statewide
Acadiana Legal Service Corporation
📍1020 Surrey St, Lafayette, LA 70501
Leases, evictions, landlord disputes, tenant rights
🌐 www.la-law.org📞 (337) 237-4320
Statewide
Louisiana Fair Housing Action Center
📍404 S Jefferson Davis Pkwy, New Orleans, LA 70119
Discrimination, unfair lease terms
🌐 www.lafairhousing.org📞 (504) 596-2100
Statewide
Entergy Louisiana
Electricity setup
🌐 www.entergy.com📞 (800) 368-3749
Statewide
Atmos Energy
Gas service
🌐 www.atmosenergy.com📞 (888) 286-6700
Statewide
Cox Communications
Internet setup
🌐 www.cox.com📞 (866) 272-5777
Statewide
Habitat for Humanity ReStore
Affordable furniture and appliances
🌐 www.habitat.org/restores
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Employment
Jobs, training, and worker rights

Resources
Local Employment Resources
Lafayette
South Louisiana Community College
📍Lafayette, LA
Workforce training programs
📞 (337) 521-9000
Statewide Resources
Statewide
Louisiana Workforce Commission
📍1001 N 23rd St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Job search help, resume & interview coaching, training programs
🌐 www.louisianaworks.net📞 (225) 342-3111
Statewide
Louisiana Works Career Centers
In-person job search and resume assistance
🌐 www.laworks.net📞 (866) 783-5567
Statewide
Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Louisiana
Job placement, training, resume building, mock interviews
🌐 www.goodwillno.org
Statewide
211 Louisiana
Find job, wage, and benefits resources near you
🌐 www.211.org📞 Dial 2-1-1
National
U.S. Department of Labor
Wage laws, overtime, unpaid wages, unsafe work, worker protections
🌐 www.dol.gov📞 (866) 487-9243
National
EEOC
Workplace discrimination complaints and worker protections
🌐 www.eeoc.gov📞 (800) 669-4000
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Health & Medical
Clinics, mental health, prevention

Resources
Local Clinics & Care
Lafayette
Lafayette General Medical Center
📍1214 Coolidge Blvd, Lafayette, LA 70503
Major regional hospital
🌐 www.lafayettegeneral.com📞 (337) 289-7991
Statewide & National Resources
Statewide
Louisiana Department of Health
Family planning clinics, disease prevention, hospital guidance
🌐 www.ldh.la.gov📞 (225) 342-9500
Louisiana
Ochsner Health
Urgent care clinics for non-emergency treatment
🌐 www.ochsner.org📞 (866) 624-7637
National
SAMHSA
Mental health, counseling, and substance-abuse help
🌐 www.samhsa.gov📞 (800) 662-4357
National
Healthcare.gov
Understanding health insurance and coverage options
🌐 www.healthcare.gov
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Transportation
Licenses, insurance, and rights

Resources
Statewide
Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV)
Licenses, driving rules, vehicle registration
🌐 www.expresslane.org📞 (225) 925-6146
Statewide
Louisiana Department of Insurance — Car Insurance
📍1702 N 3rd St, Baton Rouge, LA
Required car insurance and coverage guidance
🌐 www.ldi.la.gov📞 (800) 259-5300
Statewide
Louisiana Highway Safety Commission
Child passenger safety laws and car seat requirements
🌐 www.lahighwaysafety.org📞 (225) 925-6991
Statewide
211 Louisiana
Transportation and legal help resources
🌐 www.211.org📞 Dial 2-1-1
📚

Education
Schools, ESL, and college pathways

Resources
Statewide
Louisiana Department of Education
K-12 school system structure, school finder, report cards
🌐 www.louisianabelieves.com📞 (877) 453-2721
National
Colorín Colorado
Resources for English language learners and their families
🌐 www.colorincolorado.org
National
USA Learns
Free online English learning for adults
🌐 www.usalearns.org
Statewide
211 Louisiana
Connects to education resources
🌐 www.211.org📞 Dial 2-1-1
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Life Skills
English, mail, online safety

Resources
National
USA Learns
Free online English learning for adults
🌐 www.usalearns.org
National
FTC — Online Safety & Scams
Online safety, scams, and privacy protection
🌐 consumer.ftc.gov
National
USPS
Mailing services, stamps, packages, address changes
🌐 www.usps.com📞 (800) 275-8777
Statewide
211 Louisiana
Connects to local help and services
🌐 www.211.org📞 Dial 2-1-1

🗺️ Explore Lafayette

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Restaurants
Dining options in Lafayette

Explore
Lafayette
Taco Sisters
📍407 Johnston St
Latin · Tacos
🌐 tacosisters.com
Lafayette
China Bear
📍5800 Johnston St
Asian · Chinese
🌐 chinabearbr.com
Lafayette
Olde Tyme Grocery
📍218 W Saint Mary Blvd
Cajun po’boys
🌐 www.oldetymegrocery.com
Lafayette
Don’s Seafood
📍4309 Johnston St
Cajun seafood
🌐 www.donsseafoodonline.com
Lafayette
Johnson’s Boucaniere
📍1111 Saint John St
Cajun smoked meats
🌐 www.johnsonsboucaniere.com
Lafayette
Scratch Farm Kitchen
📍1601 W Pinhook Rd
Farm-to-table
🌐 scratchfarm.top
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Parks & Recreation
Outdoor spaces in Lafayette

Explore
Lafayette
Girard Park
📍500 Girard Park Dr
Lake, playground, events
Lafayette
Moncus Park
📍2913 Johnston St
Modern community park
🌐 moncuspark.org
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Attractions & Museums
Landmarks and culture in Lafayette

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Lafayette
Vermilionville
📍Lafayette
Cultural village — Cajun & Creole heritage
Lafayette
Acadiana Mall
📍5725 Johnston St
Regional mall
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Family Fun & Kids
Family-friendly outings in Lafayette

Explore
Lafayette
Children’s Museum of Acadiana
📍201 E Congress St
Kids museum
Lafayette
Kart Ranch
📍10915 LA-182
Go-karts and arcade
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Visitor & Local Info
Tourism offices and local guides

Explore
Lafayette
Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission
📍1400 NW Evangeline Thruway
Official visitor guide and tourism info
🌐 www.lafayettetravel.com📞 (337) 232-3737
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