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LaSalle Parish Resources

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

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Emergency & Safety
Police, fire, and urgent help

Resources

LaSalle
911 Emergency Services
Police, fire, ambulance. Use only for real emergencies.
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LaSalle Parish Sheriff's Office
📍1050 Courthouse St, Jena, LA 71342
Parish law enforcement, jail, civil process, public safety and emergency support.
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LaSalle Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness
📍Jena, LA 71342
Emergency alerts, hurricane/disaster preparedness, flood/tornado information, evacuation and parish emergency coordination.
Statewide
211 Louisiana
Emergency housing, food, utility assistance, shelter referrals, crisis and local social-service referrals.
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Housing & Shelter
Shelters, rent help, safe housing

Resources

Regional
Faith House of Central Louisiana / Domestic Violence Referral
Domestic violence shelter, crisis support, safety planning and advocacy; verify current Central Louisiana service coverage.
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The Salvation Army of Alexandria
📍620 Beauregard St, Alexandria, LA 71301
Emergency assistance, disaster response, shelter/basic-needs referrals and family support; verify current availability.
Statewide
211 Louisiana Shelter Referrals
Starting point for current shelter availability, domestic violence shelter referrals and crisis housing.
Statewide
American Red Cross Louisiana Region
Disaster sheltering, emergency support and recovery assistance during declared emergencies.
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Health & Medical
Clinics, hospitals, mental health

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LaSalle Parish Health Unit
📍Jena, LA 71342
Parish public-health services; verify WIC, immunizations, reproductive health and clinic schedules.
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LaSalle General Hospital
📍187 9th St, Jena, LA 71342
Hospital, emergency care, rural health clinics, outpatient services and local medical referrals.
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LaSalle Family Medicine / Rural Health Clinic Referral
Primary care and rural health clinic referrals; verify clinic location, appointments and insurance accepted.
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Outpatient Medical Center – Central Louisiana Referral
Community health center referral for primary care, dental, behavioral health and sliding-fee services.
Regional
Central Louisiana Human Services District
📍429 Murray St, Alexandria, LA 71301
Regional behavioral health, addiction, developmental disability services/referrals.
Regional
Rapides Regional Medical Center
📍211 4th St, Alexandria, LA 71301
Major Central Louisiana hospital and specialty-care referral option.
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CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital
📍3330 Masonic Dr, Alexandria, LA 71301
Regional hospital and specialty-care option for LaSalle Parish residents.
Regional
Winn Parish Medical Center
📍301 W Boundary Ave, Winnfield, LA 71483
Regional hospital option for northern/western LaSalle communities; verify available departments.
Statewide
Louisiana Department of Health
Medicaid, public health, WIC, immunizations, parish health units and health referrals.
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Education
Schools, ESL, libraries

Resources

Jena
Jena High School
📍243 E High School Dr, Jena, LA 71342
Public high school serving Jena; verify enrollment through LaSalle Parish School Board.
LaSalle
Jena Elementary School / Jena Junior High Referral
📍Jena, LA
Public elementary and junior high resources; verify assigned school and contact through district.
Olla
LaSalle High School
📍1460 Blake St, Olla, LA 71465
Public high school serving Olla/Urania/Tullos area; verify enrollment through district.
LaSalle
Olla Elementary School / Area School Resources
📍Olla, LA
Public school resources; verify direct contact and assigned school through district.
Jena
LaSalle Parish Library – Jena Main Branch
📍Jena, LA 71342
Main library access, computers, books, internet, digital resources and public programs.
Olla
LaSalle Parish Library – Olla Branch / Area Services
📍Olla, LA 71465
Branch or nearby library services; verify current address, phone and hours.
Regional
LaSalle Parish School Board
📍3012 N 1st St, Jena, LA 71342
Public school district; enrollment, school-zone support, student services, school meals and family resources.
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Central Louisiana Technical Community College
📍516 Murray St, Alexandria, LA 71301
Adult education, HiSET, workforce training, technical programs and English-learning referrals; verify current options.
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Louisiana Delta Community College – Winnsboro / Northeast-Central Referral
Regional adult education and workforce training option; verify nearest campus and online programs.
Regional
LaSalle Parish Library Learning Resources
Library computers, internet, reading support, digital resources and community learning activities.
Regional
LaSalle Parish School Board / Urania School Zone Referral
📍Urania, LA
Confirm assigned school by home address with LaSalle Parish School Board.
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LaSalle High School Area Referral
📍1460 Blake St, Olla, LA 71465
Public high school serving north LaSalle communities; verify enrollment.
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LaSalle Parish School Board / Tullos School Zone Referral
📍Tullos, LA
Confirm assigned school by home address with LaSalle Parish School Board.
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LaSalle Parish School Board / Midway School Zone Referral
📍Midway, LA
Confirm assigned school by home address with LaSalle Parish School Board.
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LaSalle Parish Library
📍Jena, LA
Parish library system with books, computers, internet, digital resources and community programs.
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LaSalle Parish Library / Urania Area Services
Use nearest LaSalle Parish Library branch or outreach services; verify closest branch and hours.
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LaSalle Parish Library / Tullos Area Services
Use nearest LaSalle Parish Library branch or outreach services; verify closest branch and hours.
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LaSalle Parish Library / Midway Area Services
Use nearest LaSalle Parish Library branch or outreach services; verify closest branch and hours.
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Government & Civic
Parish offices, voting, services

Resources

Jena
Town of Jena
📍2908 E Oak St, Jena, LA 71342
Town government, utilities, public notices, permits and local services.
LaSalle
Town of Olla
📍Olla, LA
Town government and local services; verify current official contact.
LaSalle
Town of Urania
📍Urania, LA
Town government and local services; verify current official contact.
LaSalle
Town of Tullos
📍Tullos, LA
Town government and local services; verify current official contact.
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LaSalle Parish Police Jury
📍1050 Courthouse St, Jena, LA 71342
Parish government, roads, drainage, public works, permits, public notices and parish services.
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LaSalle Parish Clerk of Court
📍1050 Courthouse St, Jena, LA 71342
Court records, filings, marriage licenses, recording and legal documents.
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LaSalle Parish Assessor
📍1050 Courthouse St, Jena, LA 71342
Property assessment and tax-roll information.
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LaSalle Parish Police Jury / Midway Area Services
📍1050 Courthouse St, Jena, LA 71342
Small community services are generally coordinated through parish government; verify direct local contacts.
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Community & Faith
Churches and community support

Resources

LaSalle
Local Churches and LaSalle Parish Faith Communities
Church fairs, holiday meals, food/clothing drives, faith celebrations and community support.
Jena
First Baptist Church Jena
📍2725 E Oak St, Jena, LA 71342
Local church and faith-based community support; verify programs and assistance.
LaSalle
Jena Area Churches
📍Jena, LA
Local churches and community support; verify assistance programs.
LaSalle
Olla Area Churches
📍Olla, LA
Local churches and community support; verify programs.
LaSalle
Urania Area Churches
📍Urania, LA
Local churches and community support; verify programs.
LaSalle
Tullos Area Churches
📍Tullos, LA
Local churches and community support; verify programs.
LaSalle
Midway Area Churches
📍Midway, LA
Local churches and community support; verify programs.

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Parks & Recreation
Outdoor spaces near you

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LaSalle
Jena Town Park / Community Recreation
📍Jena, LA
Town park, family recreation and public outdoor space; verify amenities.
LaSalle
Olla Recreation Area / Local Parks
📍Olla, LA
Town recreation, school/church activities and family outdoor spaces; verify amenities.
LaSalle
Castor Creek and North LaSalle Outdoor Recreation
Fishing, rural outdoor recreation, hunting and nearby natural areas; verify public access.
LaSalle
Urania Community Recreation / Local Parks
📍Urania, LA
Town recreation, school/church activities and family outdoor spaces; verify locally.
LaSalle
Tullos Community Recreation / Local Parks
📍Tullos, LA
Town recreation, school/church activities and family outdoor spaces; verify locally.
LaSalle
Midway Community Recreation / Local Parks
📍Midway, LA
Community recreation, school/church activities and family outdoor spaces; verify locally.
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LaSalle Parish Recreation and Outdoor Resources
Parish recreation, outdoor activities, school/church recreation and community parks; verify local facilities.
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Kisatchie National Forest – Catahoula Ranger District
National forest recreation including hiking, camping, wildlife viewing, hunting and family outdoor activities.
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Catahoula National Wildlife Refuge
📍210 Catahoula NWR Rd, Jonesville, LA 71343
Wildlife viewing, hunting, fishing, birding and outdoor recreation near LaSalle Parish.
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Catahoula National Wildlife Refuge – Jena Area
📍Near Jena / Jonesville, LA
Wildlife viewing, hunting, fishing, birding and outdoor recreation.
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North LaSalle Outdoor Recreation / Kisatchie Regional Access
Nearby forest/rural recreation, hunting, hiking and outdoor activities; verify access.
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Tullos Area Forest and Rural Outdoor Recreation
Nearby forest, hunting, fishing and rural outdoor recreation; verify public access.
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Midway Area Outdoor Recreation and Catahoula Refuge Access
Nearby outdoor recreation, birding, fishing and rural natural areas; verify access.
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