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Avoyelles Parish Resources

Local and statewide resources for housing, employment, health, transportation, legal aid, food assistance, and more — curated for immigrant and refugee families in Avoyelles Parish.

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Emergency & Safety
Police, fire, and urgent help

Resources
Avoyelles
911 Emergency Services
Police, fire, ambulance. Use only for real emergencies.
📞 911
Statewide
211 Louisiana
Emergency housing, food, utility assistance, shelter referrals, and local social-service referrals.
🌐 www.211.org📞 Dial 2-1-1
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Housing & Shelter
Shelters, rent help, safe housing

Resources
Statewide
211 Louisiana Shelter Referrals
Best starting point for shelter openings, domestic violence shelter referrals, crisis housing, and hotel/motel assistance.
🌐 www.211.org📞 Dial 2-1-1
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Health & Medical
Clinics, hospitals, mental health

Resources
Regional
Avoyelles Hospital Rural Health Clinics
Primary care, outpatient health referrals, rural health services; verify current clinic locations and appointments.
🌐 www.avoyelleshospital.com📞 (318) 253-8611
Regional
Avoyelles Hospital
📍4231 Hwy 1192, Marksville, LA 71351
Regional hospital and emergency care serving Avoyelles Parish.
🌐 www.avoyelleshospital.com📞 (318) 253-8611
Regional
Bunkie General Hospital
📍427 Evergreen St, Bunkie, LA 71322
Hospital and emergency care serving Bunkie and surrounding communities.
🌐 www.bunkiegeneral.com📞 (318) 346-6681
Statewide
Louisiana Department of Health
Medicaid, parish health units, WIC, immunizations, public-health referrals.
🌐 ldh.la.gov📞 (225) 342-9500
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Education
Schools, ESL, libraries

Resources
Marksville
Avoyelles Parish School Board
📍221 Tunica Dr W, Marksville, LA 71351
District office; enrollment, student services, family resources, school meals.
🌐 www.avoyellespsb.com📞 (318) 253-5982
Marksville
Marksville High School
📍407 W Bon Tempt St, Marksville, LA 71351
Public high school serving Marksville area.
🌐 www.avoyellespsb.com📞 (318) 253-9356
Bunkie
Bunkie Magnet High School
📍435 Evergreen St, Bunkie, LA 71322
Public school serving Bunkie area.
🌐 www.avoyellespsb.com📞 (318) 346-6211
Avoyelles
Bunkie Elementary Learning Academy
📍Bunkie, LA
Public elementary education; verify direct contact through district.
🌐 www.avoyellespsb.com
Avoyelles
Cottonport Elementary School
📍Cottonport, LA
Public school; verify direct contact through district.
🌐 www.avoyellespsb.com
Avoyelles
Riverside Elementary School
📍Simmesport, LA
Public school; verify direct contact through district.
🌐 www.avoyellespsb.com
Moreauville
Avoyelles High School
📍287 Main St, Moreauville, LA 71355
Public high school serving Moreauville/Mansura area.
🌐 www.avoyellespsb.com📞 (318) 985-2361
Avoyelles
Moreauville Elementary School
📍Moreauville, LA
Public elementary school; verify contact through district.
🌐 www.avoyellespsb.com
Avoyelles
Plaucheville Elementary School
📍Plaucheville, LA
Public school; verify direct contact through district.
🌐 www.avoyellespsb.com
Avoyelles
Mansura / Avoyelles Parish School Zone Referral
📍Mansura, LA
Confirm assigned school with Avoyelles Parish School Board.
🌐 www.avoyellespsb.com
Avoyelles
Evergreen / Nearby Public School Referral
📍Evergreen, LA
Verify assigned school based on residence.
🌐 www.avoyellespsb.com
Marksville
Avoyelles Parish Library – Marksville Branch / Main Library
📍660 N Main St, Marksville, LA 71351
Public library, internet, computers, books, digital resources, children’s programs and community information.
🌐 www.avoyelles.lib.la.us📞 (318) 253-7559
Avoyelles
Avoyelles Parish Library – Bunkie Branch
📍Bunkie, LA
Public library branch services; verify current hours and direct phone.
🌐 www.avoyelles.lib.la.us
Avoyelles
Avoyelles Parish Library – Cottonport Branch
📍Cottonport, LA
Public library branch services; verify current hours and direct phone.
🌐 www.avoyelles.lib.la.us
Avoyelles
Avoyelles Parish Library – Simmesport Branch
📍Simmesport, LA
Public library branch services; verify current hours and direct phone.
🌐 www.avoyelles.lib.la.us
Avoyelles
Avoyelles Parish Library – Moreauville Branch
📍Moreauville, LA
Public library branch services; verify current hours and direct phone.
🌐 www.avoyelles.lib.la.us
Regional
Central Louisiana Technical Community College
Adult education, technical training, workforce programs; verify ESL/adult education options.
🌐 www.cltcc.edu📞 (318) 487-5443
Regional
Avoyelles Parish Library Learning Resources
Library learning resources; ask about language learning, computer classes, job search and adult education referrals.
🌐 www.avoyelles.lib.la.us
Regional
Avoyelles Parish School Board
📍221 Tunica Dr W, Marksville, LA 71351
District office; confirm school zone and enrollment.
🌐 www.avoyellespsb.com📞 (318) 253-5982
Regional
Avoyelles High School
📍287 Main St, Moreauville, LA 71355
Nearby public high school serving Mansura/Moreauville area.
🌐 www.avoyellespsb.com📞 (318) 985-2361
Regional
Avoyelles Parish Library – Plaucheville / Nearby Branch Services
Use nearest Avoyelles Parish Library branch; verify closest branch and hours.
🌐 www.avoyelles.lib.la.us
Regional
Avoyelles Parish Library – Mansura / Nearby Branch Services
Use nearest Avoyelles Parish Library branch; verify closest branch and hours.
🌐 www.avoyelles.lib.la.us
Regional
Avoyelles Parish Library – Evergreen / Nearby Branch Services
Use nearest Avoyelles Parish Library branch; verify closest branch and hours.
🌐 www.avoyelles.lib.la.us
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Government & Civic
Parish offices, voting, services

Resources
Marksville
City of Marksville
📍427 N Washington St, Marksville, LA 71351
City government, utilities, permits, public notices and local services.
🌐 www.cityofmarksville.com📞 (318) 253-9500
Bunkie
City of Bunkie
📍105 Walnut St, Bunkie, LA 71322
City government, utilities, public notices and local services.
🌐 bunkie.com📞 (318) 346-7664
Avoyelles
Town of Cottonport
📍Cottonport, LA
Town government and local services; verify official contact.
🌐 www.google.com/search?q=Town+of+Cottonport+Louisiana+official
Avoyelles
Town of Simmesport
📍Simmesport, LA
Town government and local services; verify official contact.
🌐 www.google.com/search?q=Town+of+Simmesport+Louisiana+official
Avoyelles
Village of Moreauville
📍Moreauville, LA
Village government and local services; verify official contact.
🌐 www.google.com/search?q=Village+of+Moreauville+Louisiana+official
Avoyelles
Village of Plaucheville
📍Plaucheville, LA
Village government and local services; verify official contact.
🌐 www.google.com/search?q=Village+of+Plaucheville+Louisiana+official
Avoyelles
Town of Mansura
📍Mansura, LA
Town government and local services; verify official contact.
🌐 www.google.com/search?q=Town+of+Mansura+Louisiana+official
Avoyelles
Town of Evergreen
📍Evergreen, LA
Town government and local services; verify official contact.
🌐 www.google.com/search?q=Town+of+Evergreen+Louisiana+official
Regional
Avoyelles Parish Police Jury
📍312 N Main St, Marksville, LA 71351
Parish government, roads, public works, permits, emergency notices, and parish services.
🌐 www.avoyellesparish.com📞 (318) 253-9208
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Community & Faith
Churches and community support

Resources
Avoyelles
Local churches and parish faith communities
Church fairs, holiday meals, parish festivals, food/clothing drives, community support and faith-based celebrations.
🌐 www.google.com/search?q=Avoyelles+Parish+churches
Regional
Catholic Charities of Central Louisiana / Diocese of Alexandria
Regional Catholic/faith-based support and referrals; verify available family, food, disaster or immigration-related support.
🌐 www.diocesealex.org📞 (318) 445-2401

🗺️ Explore Avoyelles

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Parks & Recreation
Outdoor spaces near you

Explore
Avoyelles
Marksville State Historic Site
📍Marksville, LA
Prehistoric Native American mound site and public historic park.
🌐 www.lastateparks.com📞 (888) 677-3458
Avoyelles
Bunkie Sports and Recreation Facilities
📍Bunkie, LA
Local sports, community recreation, public spaces and parks; verify specific facilities.
🌐 bunkie.com
Avoyelles
Cottonport Community Park / Recreation
📍Cottonport, LA
Local parks, school/community recreation and family activities; verify with town.
🌐 www.explorelouisiana.com
Avoyelles
Atchafalaya River / Simmesport Area
📍Simmesport, LA
Fishing, boating, river access and outdoor recreation.
🌐 www.explorelouisiana.com
Avoyelles
Moreauville Community Recreation
📍Moreauville, LA
Local park/recreation, school and community activities.
🌐 www.explorelouisiana.com
Avoyelles
Plaucheville Community Grounds / Recreation
📍Plaucheville, LA
Local recreation, school and community events.
🌐 www.explorelouisiana.com
Avoyelles
Mansura Community Park / Recreation
📍Mansura, LA
Local recreation, family activities and community gatherings.
🌐 www.explorelouisiana.com
Avoyelles
Evergreen Rural Recreation / Nearby Outdoor Areas
📍Evergreen, LA
Rural outdoor recreation, nearby parks, hunting/fishing and scenic areas.
🌐 www.explorelouisiana.com
Statewide
Louisiana State Parks / Recreation Locator
Use for nearby state parks, trails, camping, outdoor recreation and family activities.
🌐 www.lastateparks.com
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