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Terrebonne Parish · Bayou Country

Houma Resources

Local and statewide resources for housing, employment, health, and community services — curated for immigrant and refugee families in the Houma area.

About Houma

Houma is the largest city in the bayou region of South Louisiana. Surrounded by waterways and wetlands, it’s the heart of the fishing and offshore oil industry. The area has a strong Cajun and Native American heritage and a close-knit community that welcomes newcomers seeking work in maritime, energy, and skilled trades.

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Housing
Rentals, assistance, tenant rights, moving

Resources
Local Housing Resources
Houma
Terrebonne Parish Housing Authority
📍1418 Tiger Dr, Houma, LA 70360
Public housing, Section 8 vouchers
📞 (985) 876-4600
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
Houma
Nicholls State University Workforce
📍906 E 1st St, Thibodaux, LA
Career and workforce programs serving Houma area
🌐 www.nicholls.edu📞 (985) 448-4111
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
Houma
Terrebonne General Medical Center
📍8166 Main St, Houma, LA 70360
Regional hospital
🌐 www.tgmc.com📞 (985) 873-4141
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
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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
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

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Parks & Recreation
Outdoor spaces in Houma

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Houma
Barry P. Bonvillain Civic Center Park
📍Houma, LA
Local recreation park
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Visitor & Local Info
Tourism offices and local guides

Explore
Houma
Houma Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
📍114 Tourist Dr, Gray, LA 70359
Tourism, swamp tours, and visitor info
🌐 www.houmatourism.com📞 (985) 868-2732
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