South Central Louisiana Human Services Authority

30/07/2025

If you are able to, please donate to the 4th Annual Second Chance Sight, Write, and Plan Campaign, hosted by the Bayou Region Education, Employment, and Training Workgroup. The campaign runs now through October 1, 2025, and supports educational and reentry efforts for individuals engaged with the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office, Terrebonne Parish Sheriff’s Office, Day Reporting Center, Department of Public Safety and Corrections, and Goodwill Industries of Southeast Louisiana.

29/07/2025

Be proud of how far you've come!

28/07/2025

If you are heading to the Shrimp and Petroleum Fest next month, stop by to Sober Space!

🎉 Looking for a fun, judgment-free zone at Shrimp & Petroleum Fest? We've got you covered!

🌟 Welcome to the SOBER SPACE! 🌟

Everyone’s welcome. Fun happens here—NO substances needed. Come chill, connect, and recharge with us at Lawrence Park on August 29th–30th!
✅ Free water
✅ Games & activities
✅ Photo ops
✅ Cool prizes & giveaways
✅ 100% judgment-free zone

💜 No alcohol. No drugs. No pressure—just good vibes, laughter, and a safe place to be YOU.

🟪 FREE BOOTH – Stop by and hang out!
📍 Hosted by the St. Mary Parish Youth Prevention Coalition

28/07/2025

Send a message to learn more

24/07/2025

Take advantage of this upcoming opportunity at the Terrebonne Parish Library System

22/07/2025

22/07/2025

We will be at the East Branch Library this Thursday for the Opioid Awareness Event. We hope to see you there!

21/07/2025

16/07/2025

Year-round sandbag locations in Terrebonne Parish:

Permanent sandbag stations are open year-round 24/7. Residents must bring their own shovels.

Barry P. Bonvillain Civic Center
346 Civic Center Blvd., Houma

Adult Softball Complex Parking Lot
9544 E Main St., Houma

16/07/2025

St. Charles sandbag locations:

16/07/2025

St. James sandbags locations:

Update: The Town of Lutcher and Town of Gramercy have added locations.

With the possibility of several inches of rain and the flash flood risk coming this week, our crews have been taking proactive steps to prepare and keep our parish safe, and we encourage you to do the same for your home and family.

Our EOC is continuing to monitor the development closely. Residents should stay weather aware, monitor the latest forecasts, and register now for St. James Parish Alerts at stjamesla.com

Sandbags are available at two locations. You must bring your own shovel to fill your bags. Sandbag locations will open on July 16th, 2025, at 1:00pm, and will remain open.

Locations:

Grand Point Fire Station
32122 Hwy 642, Paulina, LA, 70063

Gramercy Fire Station
1502 N Airline, Gramercy, LA 70052

Lutcher Water Plant
1132 Lutcher Avenue, Lutcher, LA 70071

West Bank Transfer Site (Land fill)
39305 LA 3127, Vacherie, LA, 70090

Extra precautions:

-Check your ditches and drains for debris
-Secure loose items around your home
-Stay informed through emergency alerts and official weather channels

Together, St. James Parish can stay ready this hurricane season.

16/07/2025

Sandbags available now in St. John the Baptist Parish!

Parish President Hotard and the Emergency Operations Center are closely monitoring heavy rainfall and potential tropical weather associated with Invest 93-L.

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for our area through Saturday, with 3 to 5 inches of rain forecast during this period, beginning as early as today. Locally higher amounts of up to 10 inches are possible.

Sandbags will be available today, Wednesday, July 16, 2025, beginning at NOON at the following locations:

Self-Serve Locations (please bring a shovel):

• St. John Community Center – LaPlace
• Central Avenue Fire Station – Reserve
• Ezekiel Jackson Park – Garyville
• Juan Anthony Joseph Memorial Park – Edgard
• Wallace Fire Station
• Pleasure Bend Fire Station

Parish crews are actively working to clear ditches, drainage outlets, and catch basins. Residents are encouraged to do the same around their homes, prepare for the possibility of flash flooding, stay weather aware, and monitor local forecasts.

Sign up for local alerts by texting SJPWEATHER to 888-777. # # #