SNAP: Louisiana Department of Health: https://ldh.la.gov/page/how-to-apply
- Online: online application: https://sspweb.ie.dcfs.la.gov/selfservice/selfserviceJSPController?id=0.6453122981203987&tab=1
- Print: download and print application: https://ldh.la.gov/assets/SNAP/Applications/OFS-4APP.pdf
- Follow the instructions to fill out the application and father the documents needed to verify information in your application
- Mail your completed form to LDH Economic Stability, P.O. Box 260031, Baton Rouge, LA 70826 OR fax the completed form to: 225-663-3164
- You can also drop off the completed form at one of these locations: https://ldh.la.gov/directory/category/economic-stability-parishes
- Request for mailed application: https://ldh.la.gov/form/request-for-mailed-application
- Phone: Call 1-888-524-3578 Monday-Friday 8a-5p
- Applying by phone takes approximately 20-30 minutes
CSFP: Louisiana Department of Health: https://ldh.la.gov/page/998
- Contact Feeding Louisiana:
- 7909 Wrenwood Blvd, Suite C
- Baton Rouge, LA 70809
- (225) 310-0091
- https://www.feedinglouisiana.org/csfp
- https://no-hunger.org/seniorbox/
- Email: CSFP@no-hunger.org or call 504-729-2842.
- Acadia Council on Aging
- Meals on Wheels: For seniors who are homebound or unable to travel, we offer home-delivered meals through our Meals on Wheels program. These meals are delivered right to the door, ensuring both nutrition and a regular wellness check by our friendly staff and volunteers.
- Congregate Meals (Senior Lunch Program): Hot, nutritious lunches are served daily at each of our Senior Centers in Crowley, Rayne, and Church Point. These meals provide essential nutrition and offer a welcoming social setting that encourages conversation, connection, and community. Meals are free for seniors and designed to meet the dietary needs of older adults.
- PLEASE NOTE: PARTICIPANTS MUST CALL US AT (337) 788-1400. ALL SERVICES REQUIRE INTAKE AND RSVP TO ENSURE AVAILABILITY OF RESOURCES AND TO VERIFY ELIGIBILITY.
- Crowley Christian Care Center
- Distribution to the needy of food (food drop-off location is 726 W. 7th St. in Crowley)
- Contact Info: Jennifer Richard
- Phone: 337-783-5811
- Email: crowleychristiancare@yahoo.com
- Helen’s Soup Kitchen
- 117 W 7th Street, Crowley, LA
- https://www.stmichaelcrowley.org/ms--helen-s-soup-kitchen
- 337-783-7394
- Open Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10:30a-1p
- Joseph Diner: St. Joseph Diner serves free breakfast and lunch, seven days a week, to those experiencing hunger. Dinner is served to those who are receiving services in our extensive sheltering program.
- https://catholiccharitiesacadiana.org/sjd
- Breakfast | 7:00am - 9:00am
- Lunch | 11:30am - 1:30pm
- Location: 613 W. Simcoe St., Lafayette, LA 70501
- FoodNet Food Bank: https://catholiccharitiesacadiana.org/foodnet
- Acadia Council on Aging: https://www.acadiacoa.org/
- BrightCare Homecare – Respite Care
- Home Instead Home Care Services – 337-295-7990
- Acadian HomeCare: https://lhcgroup.com/locations/acadian-homecare-acadia-parish/
- 8:00am - 4:30pm M - F; Closed Saturday and Sunday
- 785.8080
- 1108 E 8th Street, Crowley, LA 70526
- Louisiana Answers – to find respite care
- Care.com for respite-style coverage
- Acadia Council on Aging: Our transportation department offers reliable rides to essential appointments like doctor visits, grocery stores, and senior centers. There may be a small cost per trip, depending on the service and distance—please call us for more information and a quote: (337) 788-1232; https://www.acadiacoa.org/services-7
- Uber Health: https://www.uberhealth.com/us/en/d/nemt/crowley-la-us/
- Rides are scheduled by the patient’s healthcare provider
- MediTrans: https://meditrans.com/riders/
- Large statewide transportation option used by Medicaid and Medicare Advantage plans to coordinate non-emergency medical transportation to appointments
- BrightCare Homecare: https://brightcarehomecare.com/lafayette/senior-transportation/
- Angel Healing Hands Medical Transportation: 337-581-8663
- Lion Heart Transportation: https://ridewithlion.com/
- 337-427-1237
- Home Instead:
- Healthcare Assistance:
- Rx Assistance:
- Medicare Rx Assistance:
- Insulin Assistance:
- EyeCare America: eligible patients can receive a free eye exam plus a one year follow up for any condition diagnosed in the initial exam.
- National Institute of Health: provides information for several organizations that can assist with eye exams, eyeglasses, and eye-related prescriptions.
- National Ramp: provides information and resources for obtaining a ramp.
- Paying for Senior Care: provides information for state assistance programs for Durable Medical Equipment.
- Veterans Crisis Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (Veterans- press 1)
- Adult Maltreatment Hotline: 800-482-8049
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
- Hours: 24/7. Languages: English, Spanish, and 200+ through interpretation service
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration or SAMHSA's National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
- Crisis Services & Suicide Prevention: Dial 988
- Housing Authority of Crowley
- 200 Westwood Drive, Crowley, LA
- 337-783-8521
- Assist Agency
- Monday-Thursday 8a-4:30p; Friday 8a-12p
- 225 N. Avenue C, Crowley, LA 70526
- 337-788-7551
- tglodd@assistagency.org
- The ASSIST Agency is opened to the public on a limited basis by appointment only. Please call to make an appointment to see if you qualify for help with rent/mortgage and/or utilities at the office in the parish in which you live.
- Crowley Christian Care Center
- Distribution to the needy of food (food drop-off location is 726 W. 7th St. in Crowley), used clothing, help paying rent and utilities (no deposits or reconnect charges), help with prescriptions, referral to other agencies that may offer more services. Funding for this program is through donations and local churches and a Garage Sale held the 1st Saturday of each month.
- 726 West 7th Street, Crowley, LA
- Contact Info: Jennifer Richard
- Phone: 337-783-5811
- Email: crowleychristiancare@yahoo.com
- Louisiana LIHEAP: https://www.lhc.la.gov/energy-assistance
- 232 HELP / LOUISIANA 211
- https://232help-public-prod-0.sophia-app.com/#/
- 1005 Jefferson Street
Lafayette, LA 70501 - (337) 232-HELP
- (337) 232-4357
- Rebuilding Together Acadiana
- https://catholiccharitiesacadiana.org/rebuildingtogether
- (337) 291-9910
- We provide home repairs and renovations to homeowners who are unable to make necessary improvements to their homes due to financial hardship, age, or disability. We organize volunteers and use donated or discounted building materials to complete repairs at no cost to our homeowners.
- Angel Healing Hands (light housekeeping and laundry, meal prep)
- https://angelhealinghandshomecare.org/services/
- Phone: 337-435-0022
- Email: ahhhc@angelhealinghandshomecare.org
- Address: 1708 N Parkerson Ave Ste 6 Crowley, LA 70526, USA
- BrightCare Homecare – Respite Care
- Leading Homecare – Home Services
- https://lhcla.com/our-services/home-services/
- 1-888-569-9111
- Care.com: https://www.care.com/app/enrollment/seeker/sc/recap
- Home Instead:
- Single Family Housing Repair Loans & Grants in Louisiana
- Habitat For Humanity
- Crowley Senior Center
- 824 E. First Street
Crowley, LA 70527 - Monday-Thursday 8a-3p; Friday 8a-1p
- 824 E. First Street
- Acadia Council on Aging: https://www.acadiacoa.org/services-7
- Seniors are invited to enjoy activities like bingo, line dancing, holiday parties, crafts, fitness sessions, senior socials, and resource fairs. These events promote physical movement, mental stimulation, and meaningful social interaction—key ingredients for healthy aging. Be sure to call us for a list of upcoming events: (337) 788-1400
Hearts of Hope Resource Directory: https://theheartsofhope.org/PDFs/Hearts_of_Hope_Resource_Directory.pdf?