Why Hunger:
Free hotline where you can access information for local soup kitchens, food pantries, congregate meal sites, and government nutrition programs.
English Language: https://whyhunger.org/find-food/
Spanish language: https://whyhunger.org/find-food-es/
National Celiac Association:
Includes information for local resources and gluten-free food pantries.
SNAP: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (food stamps)
Federally funded program administered at the state level
Eligibility:
Apply:
CSFP: Commodity Supplemental Food Program
Monthly box may include a variety of the following: juice, farina, oats, ready-to-eat cereal, rice, pasta, peanut butter, dry beans, canned meat, poultry, or fish, and canned fruits and vegetables.
Eligibility: Elderly that are at or below 130% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines.
Meals on Wheels:
Mom’s Meals (Possible Cost Associated): https://www.momsmeals.com/
-Pre-made meals available for purchase and/or in some cases covered by Medicare.
-Usually shipped in batches of 10, 14, and 21 days.
-Can store up to 14 days in refrigerator.
-Costs range around <$8.00/meals. Discounts offered for bulk orders and veterans.
Magic Kitchen (Possible Cost Associated): https://www.magickitchen.com/
https://www.magickitchen.com/menu/menu.pdf
https://www.magickitchen.com/menu/menu.pdf
-Most packages are priced at 2 to 4 servings.
-There are some single-serve options.
-Pre-made meals available for purchase and/or in some cases covered by Medicare.
St Clement of Rome Outreach Ministry
Phone: 504-887-7821
4317 Richland Ave
Metairie, LA - 70002
Watson Community Center
1300 Myrtle St.
Metairie, LA – 70003
St Edward The Confessor SVDP
Phone: 504-888-0703
4921 W. Metairie Ave
Metairie, LA - 70001
Our Lady of Divine Providence
Phone: 504-466-4511
1000 North Starrett Road
Metairie, LA - 70003
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
Area Agency on Aging Locations
Amada Senior Care
In-home care
patient advocacy
Dave Transportation
Phone: 504-875-4151
New Orleans, LA
Monday - Sunday: 24/7
Rental Assistance
National Low-Income Housing Coalition
Senior Living Discounts
Retail, grocery, restaurant, leisure, travel, etc discounts.
Cleaning For A Reason
-Receive 1 free home cleaning each month for 2 months (2 cleanings total)
-Individuals and families who are receiving cancer treatment, recovering from cancer, or in hospice should be eligible.
Bridge City Senior Center
Phone: 504-436-2059
1601 Bridge City Avenue
Bridge City, LA 70094
Estelle Senior Center
Phone: 504-341-4444
5012 Ehret Road
Marrero, LA 70072
Grand Isle Senior Center
Phone: 504-787-2685
3811 Highway 1
Grand Isle, LA 70358
Gretna Senior and Wellness Center
Phone: 504-301-3743
476 Franklin Avenue
Gretna, LA 70053
Harahan Senior Center
Phone: 504-737-3810
100 Elodie Street
Harahan, LA 70123
Jefferson Senior Center (Thomas C. Laughlin Center)
Phone: 504-734-0997
4518 Jefferson Highway
Jefferson, LA 70121