Louisiana Rebuilds - Recovery Assistance

211 Information and Referral provides a 24 hour, comprehensive community resource information and referral service. Callers can request assistance with basic needs such as food, shelter, medical service assistance and temporary financial assistance. Dial 2-1-1 from any phone or the 800 numbers listed below for the respective cities.

New Orleans - 800-749-2673

Baton Rouge - 877-923-2114

Lake Charles - 866-310-4636

Lafayette - 866-778-2618

Shreveport - 866-823-9615

Monroe - 800-644-9886

Visit the 211 website for more information. more

Louisiana Spirit’s directory of free and low-cost resources and services listed by parish

http://www.dhh.louisiana.gov/offices/page.asp?id=231&detail=7085

Information for recovery and urgent needs resources such as free food and clothing, healthcare, senior services, and shelters is available on the Louisiana Spirit website. Visit the website to choose a parish and access a list of resources in that area.

Louisiana Spirit also has a toll free number with crisis counselors that can make over-the-phone referrals for services and counseling help. Call 1-800-273-8255. more

FEMA Funds Relocation Of Displaced Residents

http://www.fema.gov/news/newsrelease.fema?id=42830

Applicants displaced from their primary residence in a disaster-declared area as a result of Katrina are eligible for up to $4,000 in relocation expenses incurred between August 29, 2005 and August 31, 2008. The deadline is August 31, 2008.

Visit the FEMA website for a full list of eligibility requirements or call 1-800-621-FEMA (3362). To prevent duplication of benefits, an applicant is only eligible to receive relocation assistance under either Hurricane Katrina (DR-1603-LA) or Hurricane Rita (DR-1607-LA), not both. more

LFRC Trailer Transition HEF Program

http://www.recoverycorps.org/index.cfm?md=pagebuilder&tmp=home&nid=54&pnid=23&pid=65&fmid=0&catid=0&elid=0

Residents in select FEMA trailer communities that meet certain eligibility requirements and that are well-positioned to sustain a household once leaving the trailer community can receive up to $1,500 in assistance for rental deposits and payments; utility deposits; and the purchase of basic furniture and appliances such as a bed, stove, washer, dryer and refrigerator. Visit the LFRC website for a list of qualifying trailer parks or call 1-800-333-3104 to verify eligibility and make an appointment. more

Modest Needs

http://www.modestneeds.org/

Modest Needs offers grants of up to $1,000 to help people meet unexpected and potentially catastrophic expenses such as an unexpected auto repair, unanticipated trip to the doctor, or an unusually large utility bill. For information or to apply, visit www.modestneeds.org.

St. Anna's Mission to Musicians - Free Services Available

http://www.stannanola.org

Each Wednesday night, St. Anna's Community Center offers free community resources to all musicians. Free services include health and medical advice, acupuncture, massage, housing advocacy, legal advice, assistance replacing instruments, and computer assistance.
St. Anna's is located at 1313 Esplanade Avenue (Between N. Rampart & N. Claiborne) in the Old Parish Building. Call 947-2121 for more information. more

Emergency Interiors' New Orleans Furniture Bank

http://www.flickr.com/photos/emergencyinteriors/sets/72157603826808234/

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620 Pleasant Street
New Orleans, LA
504-330-8820

Admin Fee: $350 for 10 pieces of furniture

Emergency Interiors is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping families up off of the floor.

Families Helping Families of Jefferson

http://www.fhfjefferson.org/

FHF is an information and referral service for people with disabilities and their families, including information on educational services and other needs. Visit the website or call (504) 888-9111 or (800) 766-7736.

United Way IDA Program: Matching Savings Account for a Home or Vehicle Purchase, Business Assistance, Education Assistance

IDAs (Individual Development Accounts) are savings accounts that give low income individuals and families the opportunity save and build assets. Qualified individuals who open an IDA will receive matching funds towards a specified goal.
Contact Family Services of Greater New Orleans at 504-822-0800 for more information.

Savings Goal: Purchasing a home or vehicle or opening a childcare center.
Match: $4 for every dollar saved, up to $2000 for a home or childcare center (up to $8000 match), up to $1000 for a vehicle (up to $4000 match).
Eligibility: You must be employed, earn below 200% of the poverty line, and not own more than $10,000 in assets not including one primary home and one vehicle.
Other Requirements: Applicants are required to take 12 hours of financial education and training.

St. Bernard Project

http://www.stbernardproject.org

The St. Bernard Project offers rebuilding assistance to the elderly (over 62), disabled, or those who have school-age children who have a house in St. Bernard. Services are dependent on available volunteers. Qualified residents who wish to apply for assistance can stop by the St. Bernard Project office at 8324 Parc Place in Chalmette or call Janie Strachan, Client Liaison, at 504-277-6831.

Those interested in volunteering can contact Andrea Bean at andrea@stbernardproject.org. more

Community Center of St Bernard

http://www.ccstb.org

The Community Center of St. Bernard provides various resources for residents of the greater New Orleans area including free computer and internet access, distribution of nonperishable food items, weekly community meals, free long distance phone calls, free legal aid, wireless internet access, and more.
1107 LeBeau Street
Arabi, LA 70032
Call (504) 281-2512 or email ccsb@ccsb.org.

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Louisiana Food Banks and Food Bank Distribution

http://www.no-hunger.org

The Second Harvest Food Bank of Greater New Orleans sponsors a food banks in New Orleans three times a week in the Upper Ninth Ward. The program is available to low income residents that have a valid Louisiana state I.D. The distribution center gives boxes of food once a month to eligible residents according to size of the family. The free food packages include produce, dried foods, and meats.

Distribution Center
MON, WED, FRI from 1PM TO 3PM
1423 Pauline Street (504) 599-9499
Bishops Henry and Ella O'Neill – program directors

Total Community Action (TCA) coordinates a quarterly food give-away sponsored by Second Harvest. Residents must register with TCA and show a valid Louisiana state I.D. and proof of income (employment, social security, unemployment, etc…). Packages of dry and canned goods are distributed according to size of family. Call (504) 872-0337.

For information about food banks throughout Louisiana, download the most recent list of active food banks from Second Harvest Food Bank of Greater New Orleans and Acadiana at http://www.no-hunger.org/AgencyInfo/agency_list.pdf or call (504) 734-1322. more

Craigslist Katrina Resources

http://www.craigslist.org/about/help/katrina_resources

Find housing, assistance, and volunteer opportunities through postings on craigslist.

Social Service Agencies Back to Top

Whether you are moving home or resettling long-term or permanently in another city, Social Service Agencies can help you map out a plan, as well as help you access resources and financial assistance, to get back on your feet and stabilize your life.

Catholic Charities Case Management Services

http://www.ccano.org/Community_Centers.htm

Catholic Charities is currently offering case management services at 14 different community centers in New Orleans to help residents with basic needs such as rental and utility assistance and household appliances. For more information about case management services, call (504) 523-3755 or visit the website for a community center serving your area.

Louisiana United Methodist Disaster Recovery Ministry

http://www.laumcstormrelief.com

The Ministry is providing case management as well as rebuilding assistance to residents who were living in the hurricane affected regions prior to disaster. Currently there is a waiting list. Visit the website or call (225) 346-5193. more

Southern Mutual Help Association

http://www.southernmutualhelp.org/index.cfm

SMHA helps people develop strong, healthy, prosperous rural communities in Louisiana. SMHA is playing a key role in the recovery and long-term development of areas of South Louisiana affected by Hurricane Rita through its Rural Recovery Response. more

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