Here we list some programs that may help with your non-legal needs. Let us know about any other programs you think should be on our list. (Click on "Feedback" in the upper right corner of this page.)
There are 7 resources
Agenda for Children
(Separate Website)
Agenda for Children works to make government work better for Louisiana’s children, keeping track of laws, policies, and decisions that affect children. This involves child protection, welfare, child care, health insurance and Medicaid, child support, education, juvenile justice, housing, and other public services. Agenda for Children also offers training, resource and referral services, information and technical assistance to individuals, families, organizations, service providers and the media.
Louisiana Department of Social Services
(Separate Website)
Link to the website of the state agency that runs these programs: food stamps, welfare, kinship care subsidies, foster care, child support, disability rehabilitation, and more.
By: Louisiana Department of Social Services
National Center for Children in Poverty
(Separate Website)
Practical Advice on Family Legal Problems
(Separate Website)
This ABA webpage offers "Practical Law" information on different legal problems, including family-related problems such as divorce, custody, domestic abuse, and making wills.
By: American Bar Association (ABA)
Save Our Schools -- New Orleans Information
(Separate Website)
The Public school organizational chart shows which organizations/networks run which schools in New Orleans.
By: Save Our Schools
Social Services -- Claiborne Parish
(Separate Website)
Directory of social services available in Claiborne Parish
Tips for Parents: Healthier Eating While Saving Money
(Separate Website)
Check out these tips for saving money on food bills while choosing healthy meals.
By: National Institutes of Health
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