Caddo Parish, 1125 Forum Dr, Shreveport, LA 71107, US

The DeSoto Parish Police Jury Office of Community Services (OCS) in Mansfield, LA is dedicated to providing a range of assistance programs to low-income households, aimed at increasing their stability and self-sufficiency. OCS offers emergency services such as food, shelter, and protection from life-threatening situations, as well as non-emergency services like education, employment opportunities, financial help, and family budgeting classes. They also provide family stability services, including weatherization, utility assistance, clothing, counseling, Section-8 housing, emergency shelter, and services for veterans. The OCS also administers the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), which provides funds to eligible low-income households in DeSoto and Sabine Parish. They have specific appointment dates for each parish, and funding is limited, so appointments are on a first-come, first-served basis. Eligibility is determined based on income levels. The DeSoto Parish Police Jury Office of Community Services is committed to equal opportunity and is an equal opportunity provider and employer.Generated from the website