Catholic Charities of Houma
985-876-0490
Catholic Charities of Houma provides a range of social services and support for lower-income and homeless residents of the Houma-Thibodaux area. Services include food, clothing, rent and utility assistance, homeless shelters, housing resources, disaster response, and other assistance. They also refer interested individuals to substance use treatment and other medical care.
Hope House of Central Louisiana
318-487-2061
Hope House of Central Louisiana assists homeless adults with life skills training, self-sufficiency programs, and opportunities to stabilize their situation. They provide up to two years of housing, case management, vocational training and employment support, educational options, child care, parenting classes, and more. They can also refer clients to more intensive services, including substance use treatment.
Louisiana 211
2-1-1
Louisiana 211 provides residents who dial 211 with a connection to multiple social service programs in the state, including child and elder care, housing services, financial assistance, food, clothing, and other necessities. 211 saves Louisianans the time it takes to look up each service individually. Simply call the number and you’ll be connected to the programs you need.
Louisiana Dept of Health Opioid Program Finder
The Louisiana Department of Health has a list of Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) treatment programs, making it easy to find a program near you. The site lists programs by region and includes the address and phone number so you can set up an appointment, ask questions, and get the help you need.
Acadiana Cares
337-233-2437
Acadiana Cares, located in Lafayette, provides a broad range of services to underserved residents, especially those living with HIV/AIDS. They provide comprehensive healthcare services, HIV support groups, a food bank, and a variety of housing programs. They also offer residential and outpatient substance use treatment to those who are interested, including a unique horticulture therapy program.
Southwest Louisiana Area Health Education Center
800-435-2432
This community agency provides grants and community health initiatives. The website has links to a brochure with information on how to access free Narcan and naloxone, fentanyl testing strips and sterile injection kits, as well as a flyer on how to respond to an overdose.
U-ACT: Children’s Coalition for Northeast Louisiana
318-323-8775
U-ACT Coalition (Union Parish Alliance for Community Transformation) seeks to have a positive effect on substance abuse, children’s’ school related problems, and violence in northeast Louisiana. They provide education on healthy living and parenting, as well as school-based programs and free youth development activities.
Louisiana State University – Collegiate Recovery
225-578-8607
The LSU Collegiate Recovery Program connects students who are in recovery. It helps students establish friendships and build a support community with other students who are also in recovery. The program hosts meetings and gatherings, including tailgate parties on campus.
South Louisiana Community College
337-521-9000
This community college’s substance abuse program offers students resources for sober living and substance abuse treatment. The website has links to AA and NA meetings, a free crisis counseling phone line, and a free, confidential opioid help line.
Acadiana Queer Collective
This organization connects and supports the LGBTQ+ community in Acadiana, Louisiana. They sponsor events such as Meet-Ups, potluck dinners, and holiday gatherings. Their website offers a free resource list and referrals to LGBTQ+ friendly behavioral health providers.
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