Jefferson County, LA Assistance Programs

Jefferson County Housing Assistance Programs

Our housing assistance programs include HUD, housing assistance, Section 8, subsidized housing programs in Jefferson County.

Oxford House for Men - Clearview

1802 Clearview Parkway
Metairie, LA - 70001
(504) 302-9331
Oxford House is a self-managed and self-sustaining recovery home for the recovery of alcoholics and drug addicts where housing, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. Funds may be available to cover the first month's rent and the security deposit. ..

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Jefferson County Food Assistance Programs

Our list of food assistance programs includes: food pantries, soup kitchens, congregate meal programs in Jefferson County.

Westwego Ernest J. Tassin Senior Citizen Center

701 Fourth Street
Westwego, LA - 70094
(504)309-6230
The City of Westwegos Ernest J. Tassin Senior Center is the hub of excitement, education, and support for the senior citizens in Westwego. The center provides a full schedule of programs and activities at the center and around Jefferson parish. These activities include, but are not limited to: bingo, bean bag baseball, darts, Pedro, computer classes, line dance classes, puzzle time, video aerobics, excursions, and much more! Anyone wishing to participate can pick up a calendar at the center located at 701 Fourth Street. The Westwego Senior Center participates in the Jefferson Council on Agings nutrition program. This program offers hot lunches at the center or delivered to the home for homebound seniors. You must be interviewed by JCOA before you are eligible to receive meals. If you need assistance with transportation to the doctor, contact the senior center. This service is provided by the City of Westwego for its seniors...

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Oxford House for Women & Children - Kenner

4157 Ole Miss Drive
Kenner, LA - 70065
504-430-5124
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit. ..

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Oxford House for Women - Lagniappe

4408 Sturgis St.
Metairie, LA - 70001
(504) 304-7818
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Oxford House for Men - Windsor

4601 Windsor Street
Metairie, LA - 70001
(504) 304-3490
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Oxford House for Men - Southshore

2708 Lexington Drive
Metairie, LA - 70002
504-218-8401
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Oxford House for Men - Soignet

4820 Parker St
Metairie, LA - 70001
(504) 302-2930
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Oxford House for Men - New Leaf

1201 Green Street
Metairie, LA - 70001
(504) 252-9105
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Oxford House for Men - MJC Walker

4625 Grammar Ave
Metairie, LA - 70001
(504) 518-5825
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. ..

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Oxford House for Men - Metairie

4634 Park Dr South
Metairie, LA - 70001
(504) 826-9158
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Oxford House for Men - Gretna

3217 Mallard Lane
Gretna, LA - 70056
504-304-0468
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Oxford House for Men - Fountainbleau

4628 Park Drive South
Metairie, LA - 70001
(504) 941-7198
Oxford House is a self-managed, self-supported recreation centre for the recovery of alcoholics and drug addicts, providing accommodation, food, case management, individual counselling and group support. Funds may be available to pay the first month's rent and security deposit. ..

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Jefferson County Rent and Bill Pay Assistance Programs

Our financial assistance programs include rent assistance, bill pay services, prescription assistance programs, utility assistance, mortgage assistance programs in Jefferson County.

City of Kenner Community Development Department HPRP Program

2100 3rd St.
Kenner, LA - 70062
(504)468-7588
Kenner office for HPRP, temporary rent and case management assistance (1 to 3 months) for families or individuals of very low income who are homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness in Kenner. Residents of Kenner can call for an appointment. At appointment, bring ID, proof of income, proof of homelessness or proof of eviction...

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Jefferson County Homeless Shelters and Homeless Assistance Programs

Our list of homeless programs include emergency homeless shelters, day shelters, homeless resources for men, women, and families. Free public showers, etc

Way Maker Ministries Emergency shelter for homeless women with children

804 1st Ave.
Harvey, LA - 70058
(504)328-8794
Services: An emergency shelter for homeless women with children. Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ..

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Resources for Human Development Shelter Plus Care Program

1901 Westbank Expressway, Ste. 550
Harvey, LA - 70058
(504)247-9120
Services: Program of apartments spread to homeless people with mental illness, substance dependence or developmental disabilities. JPHSA recommendations are required. ..

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Metropolitan Center for Women & Children, Battered Women's Program

PO Box 10775
Jefferson, LA - 70181
(504)837-5400
Safe haven and temporary shelter for victims of domestic violence at a confidential location. Intake Procedure: Call for service...

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Gateway Systems Shelter Plus Care Program

4103 Lac Couture
Harvey, LA - 70058
(504)368-9935
Shared apartment program for homeless men with substance addiction or with dual diagnosis. Intake is through the VA. Call for information...

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CCANO Jefferson Care Center

1108 Barataria Blvd.
Marrero, LA - 70072
(504)347-0772
Emergency shelter for families and some unaccompanied adults in Jefferson Parish. Homeless Services provide shelter, case management and care focused on homeless families, homeless women, and homeless men and women with chronic mental and physical health needs. Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.; Monday - Sunday, 24 hours. Call to see if space is available, open 24 hrs...

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Jefferson County Various Assistance Programs

Below we list an array of other helpful resource programs we have found in Jefferson County.

Thomas C. Laughlin Jefferson Senior Center

4518 Jefferson Highway
Jefferson, LA - 70121
(504)734-0817
JCOA's 10 senior centers located throughout Jefferson Parish to promote the physical, emotional and financial well-being of seniors and encourage their participation in all aspects of community life. These centers offer social engagement and enrichment activities in addition to information resources for issues such as aging, caregiver support, health and education. Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm ..

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Metairie Senior Center

265 N. Causeway Boulevard
Metairie, LA - 70001
(504)835-0210
Located throughout Jefferson Parish, JCOAs ten senior centers promote the physical, emotional and economic well-being of older adults to encourage participation in all aspects of community life. The centers provide social engagement and enrichment activities in addition being an informational resource for issues regarding aging, caregiver support, wellness and education...

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Lafitte Senior Center

4927 Treasure Drive
Lafitte, LA - 70067
(504)689-4403
Located throughout Jefferson Parish, the ten JCOA senior citizen's centers promote the physical, emotional and economic well-being of older people to encourage participation in all aspects of community life. In addition to providing information resources on aging, nursing staff support, health care and education, these centers also provide social participation and enrichment activities. ..

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Kenner Senior Center

641 Compromise Street
Kenner, LA - 70062
(504)468-7513
JCOA's ten senior citizen centers, located throughout Jefferson Parish, promote the physical, emotional, and economic well-being of older adults to encourage participation in all aspects of community life. These centers provide social engagement and enrichment activities in addition to information resources for issues such as aging, caregiver support, health, and education. Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. -3:00 p.m. ..

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Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority, Permanent Supportive Housing Program

3300 West Esplanade Ave.
Metairie, LA - 70002
(504)838-5700
Referrals from specific agencies might be required. Please call for more information. Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. ..

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Harahan Senior Center

100 Elodie Street
Harahan, LA - 70123
(504)737-3810
They promote the physical, emotional, and economic well-being of older adults to encourage participation in all aspects of community life. They provide community engagement and enrichment activities, and provide information on aging, caregiver support, well-being and education. ..

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Gretna Senior and Wellness Center

476 Franklin Avenue
Gretna, LA - 70053
(504)301-3743
Located throughout Jefferson Parish, JCOAs ten senior centers promote the physical, emotional and economic well-being of older adults to encourage participation in all aspects of community life. The centers provide social engagement and enrichment activities in addition being an informational resource for issues regarding aging, caregiver support, wellness and education...

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Grand Isle Senior Center

3811 Highway 1
Grand Isle, LA - 70358
(985)787-2685
Located throughout Jefferson Parish, JCOAs ten senior centers promote the physical, emotional and economic well-being of older adults to encourage participation in all aspects of community life. The centers provide social engagement and enrichment activities in addition being an informational resource for issues regarding aging, caregiver support, wellness and education. ..

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Estelle Senior Center

5012 Ehret Road
Marrero, LA - 70072
(504)341-4444
Located throughout Jefferson Parish, JCOAs ten senior centers promote the physical, emotional and economic well-being of older adults to encourage participation in all aspects of community life. The centers provide social engagement and enrichment activities in addition being an informational resource for issues regarding aging, caregiver support, wellness and education...

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Bridge City Senior Center

1601 Bridge City Avenue
Bridge City, LA - 70094
(504)436-2059
They promote the physical, emotional and economic well-being of older adults to encourage participation in all aspects of community life. They also offer social engagement and enrichment activities in addition being an informational resource for issues regarding aging, caregiver support, wellness and education. ..

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Jefferson County Assistance Locations

Government and Private Assistance Programs

Housing Assistance

There are many non-profit and government based organizations dedicated to providing housing and support. We find them for you.

Food Pantry Assistance

Food pantries, soup kitchens, food baskets. We find these local resources and list them.

Free clothing assistance

Thousands of churches and religious organizations offer low-cost or free drug and alcohol treatment as part of their missions.