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Lake Charles
Calcasieu Parish · Southwest Louisiana

Lake Charles Resources

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

About Lake Charles

Lake Charles is a growing city in Southwest Louisiana, known for its petrochemical and energy industry. Sitting on the shores of Lake Charles, the city has a welcoming community with a range of services for newcomers, especially those arriving through the industrial job sector.

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🛠️ Life Skills
🍽️ Restaurants
🌳 Parks
🏛️ Attractions
🎠 Kids

📍 Get Help — Resources & Contacts

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Housing
Rentals, assistance, tenant rights, moving

Resources
Local Housing Resources
Lake Charles
Lake Charles Housing Authority
📍800 Bilbo St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
Rental assistance
📞 (337) 439-4753
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
Lake Charles
McNeese State University Workforce
📍Lake Charles, LA
Career programs and job training
🌐 www.mcneese.edu📞 (337) 475-5000
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
❤️

Health & Medical
Clinics, mental health, prevention

Resources
Local Clinics & Care
Lake Charles
CHRISTUS Ochsner Health Southwest Louisiana
📍1701 Oak Park Blvd, Lake Charles, LA 70601
Regional hospital system
🌐 www.christushealth.org📞 (337) 433-0000
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, LORI contact

Resources
Statewide
Louisiana Organization for Refugees and Immigrants (LORI)
📍8220 Goodwood Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA
General help for immigrants and refugees — economic stability, social inclusion, and well-being
🌐 www.mylori.org📞 225-279-9610
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 Lake Charles

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Restaurants
Dining options in Lake Charles

Explore
Lake Charles
Steamboat Bill’s
📍1004 N Lake Shore Dr
Seafood
🌐 www.steamboatbillsonthelake.com
Lake Charles
Darrell’s Restaurant
📍119 W College St
Po’boys
🌐 www.darrells.com
🌳

Parks & Recreation
Outdoor spaces in Lake Charles

Explore
Lake Charles
Prien Lake Park
📍3700 W Prien Lake Rd
Lake views, playground
Lake Charles
Sam Houston Jones State Park
📍Lake Charles
State park
🌐 www.lastateparks.com/parks-preserves/sam-houston-jones-state-park
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Attractions & Museums
Landmarks and culture in Lake Charles

Explore
Lake Charles
Creole Nature Trail
📍Lake Charles area
Scenic wildlife route
Lake Charles
Golden Nugget Casino
📍2550 Golden Nugget Blvd
Casino resort
🌐 www.goldennugget.com
🎠

Family Fun & Kids
Family-friendly outings in Lake Charles

Explore
Lake Charles
Prien Lake Park Playground
📍3700 W Prien Lake Rd
Playground at the lake
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Visitor & Local Info
Tourism offices and local guides

Explore
Lake Charles
Lake Charles / Southwest Louisiana Convention & Visitors Bureau
📍1205 N Lakeshore Dr, Lake Charles, LA
Tourism, events, and visitor info
🌐 www.visitlakecharles.org📞 (337) 436-9588
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