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Ouachita Parish · Northeast Louisiana

Monroe Resources

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

About Monroe

Monroe is the largest city in Northeast Louisiana and the seat of Ouachita Parish. It sits along the Ouachita River and serves as a regional center for healthcare, education, and commerce. The city’s close-knit community and access to major services make it a practical home base for immigrant and refugee families.

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Housing
Rentals, assistance, tenant rights, moving

Resources
Local Housing Resources
Monroe
Monroe Housing Authority
📍300 Harrison St, Monroe, LA 71201
Housing vouchers
📞 (318) 388-1500
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
Monroe
University of Louisiana Monroe — Workforce Training
📍700 University Ave, Monroe, LA
Career and continuing education programs
🌐 www.ulm.edu📞 (318) 342-1000
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
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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
Monroe
Glenwood Regional Medical Center
📍503 McMillan Rd, Monroe, LA 71201
Regional hospital
🌐 www.glenwoodregional.com📞 (318) 329-4200
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

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Restaurants
Dining options in Monroe

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Monroe
Restaurant Cotton
📍101 N Grand St
Southern cuisine
🌐 www.restaurantcotton.com
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Parks & Recreation
Outdoor spaces in Monroe

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Monroe
Kiroli Park
📍820 Kiroli Rd
Large wooded park
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Attractions & Museums
Landmarks and culture in Monroe

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Monroe
Biedenharn Museum
📍Monroe
Historic home
Monroe
Pecanland Mall
📍4700 Millhaven Rd
Regional mall
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Family Fun & Kids
Family-friendly outings in Monroe

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Monroe
Kiroli Park Playground
📍820 Kiroli Rd
Large playground
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Visitor & Local Info
Tourism offices and local guides

Explore
Monroe
Monroe-West Monroe Convention & Visitors Bureau
📍601 Constitution Dr, West Monroe, LA
Tourism, events, and visitor info
🌐 www.monroe-westmonroe.org📞 (318) 387-5691
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