Email: info@southernsmoke.org • https://southernsmoke.org/ • National organization providing emergency financial and mental health assistance to food and beverage workers impacted by unexpected events like natural disasters, mass violence, pandemics, etc.
(301) 461-8846 • Email: olivia@wehelpnola.com • https://www.wehelpnola.com/ • New Orleans organization providing free mental health care to restaurant industry workers
Office: (225) 752-1296 • Statewide 24/7 hotline: 1 (888) 411-1333 • https://lcadv.org/ • Visit: https://lcadv.org/programs-resources/ for a list of contacts by parish and safety tips • Federally designated statewide coalition supporting domestic violence survivors, also providing training and policy advocacy
(504) 324-8859 • 2915 Perdido St, New Orleans 70119 • Email: info@first72plus.org • https://www.first72plus.org • Provides programming, support, and re-entry resources for those who have been recently released from custody (formerly incarcerated); Pre-release support; Immediate support after release; Transitional housing; Case management and other resources
(504) 865-5153 • Contact and intake info: https://law.tulane.edu/clinics/intake • https://law.tulane.edu/clinics/dv • Pro bono if income-eligible, contact for eligibility; represents survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking
Louisiana Department of Health List of Spanish-speaking Providers: https://ldh.la.gov/assets/oph/Center-PHCH/Center-PH/maternal/PPCL/MentalHealthServicesforSpanishSpeakers_GreaterNewOrleans.pdf
(504) 398-2168 • 4123 Woodland Dr, New Orleans (Algiers) 70131 • https://uhcno.edu/ceb/counseling/counseling-center.php • Monday through Thursday, 11 am-8 pm; Sliding scale, min. $15
(504) 300-9299 • Email: groo9290@gmail.com • www.goddessoutreach.org • Supports families and individuals impacted by trauma, violence, and food insecurity; Offers grief support, attends court proceedings, delivers monthly food boxes, offers youth support and monthly activities
Call for information (24/7): (855) 435-STAR [7827] • 123 N Genois St, New Orleans 70119 • Email: advocacynola@star.ngo • https://star.ngo • Provides hospital and legal accompaniment, safety planning, counseling, support groups, legal assistance for survivors of sexual violence; Refer to website for parishes in which assistance is offered; Offers counseling for children, ages 5+ and Counseling and Support Groups (Zoom) for adult survivors of sexual violence, ages 18+; Call first for intake; Free; Visit https://star.ngo/events/ for Support Group schedule
COURT CONNECT FOR KIDS STAR created this booklet which explains (with child-friendly language and pictures) why children may have to go to court, who works inside a courthouse, and rules and tips for witnesses.
SAFETY PLAN FOR SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE A safety plan is a personalized, practical plan that is meant to address your unique physical, emotional, and basic needs after a sexual assault.
Call Desiree Watson: (504) 564-6818 • Email: desirewatson814@gmail.com • Individual counseling by appointment and periodic group events
(504) 780-8282 • 4700 S I-10 Service Rd W, Metairie 70001 • https://www.lcmchealth.org/lakeside-hospital/our-services/emergency-care/sexual-assault-nurse-examiner-program/ • Track the progress/status of your Sexual Assault Kit (SAK) here using the tracking number you were given at the medical facility where you had the exam (on your Survivor Card): https://sakt.louisiana.gov/ • 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; Only certain hospitals have SANE Nurses, specially trained nurses who can collect forensic evidence; Ages 15+ survivors of sexual assault, physical assault/strangulation
(225) 926-0807 • 2644 S Sherwood Forest Blvd #224, Baton Rouge 70816 • Email: la.state@madd.org • https://madd.org/victim-assistance/ • MADD Victim Services offers emotional support & assistance after a drunk or drugged driving crash, including monthly virtual support groups for victims & survivors. Free; Office hours 9am - 5pm
Main: (504) 503-0878 • 701 Loyola Ave, Ste 108, New Orleans 70113 • Email: hopeclinic@nofjc.org • https://hope-chc.org/ • Free forensic medical exams for survivors of domestic/intimate partner violence and sexual assault (ages 18+); Primary health care; Behavioral health care; Call for clinic hours; Track the progress/status of your Sexual Assault Kit (SAK) here using the tracking number you were given at the medical facility where you had the exam (on your Survivor Card): https://sakt.louisiana.gov/
2000 Canal Street New Orleans 70112, Visit Emergency Services on the 2nd Floor • https://www.lcmchealth.org/university-medical-center-new-orleans/our-services/emergency-care/forensic-program/ • Track the progress/status of your Sexual Assault Kit (SAK) here using the tracking number you were given at the medical facility where you had the exam (on your Survivor Card): https://sakt.louisiana.gov/ • 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; Only certain hospitals have SANE Nurses, specially trained nurses who can collect forensic evidence; Ages 15+ survivors of sexual assault, physical assault/strangulation
Orleans Justice Center–Sheriff’s Office: (504) 202-9339 • Main Office: 2800 Perdido St, New Orleans 70119 • Email: contactus@opso.us • www.opso.gov
(504) 593-2357 • Email: larry.johnson@nola.gov • www.bcm.org/chaplaincy-services • You can also reach out to your nearest police station and ask for a Chaplain
https://council.nola.gov/home/ • The NOLA City Council is the legislative branch of the city government. They enact all laws governing the city and approve budgets as recommended by the Mayor. Contact the Councilmember in your district (there are 5) for community issues and upcoming meetings.
(504) 407-0000 • 421 Loyola Ave, New Orleans 70112 • www.orleanscivildistrictcourt.org • Check website for status updates
(504) 658-9000: General, Room 114 • (504) 658-9030: Bail bonds, Room 104 • 2700 Tulane Ave, Ste 114, New Orleans 70119 • https://orleanscriminalcourtclerk.com/ • Judges’ docket listed in Room 210, or at top of website
(504) 896-9237 • 1140 Calhoun St, New Orleans 70118 • https://www.manningchildrens.org/services/care-medical-clinic/ • Medical exams for children who are suspected victims of abuse, neglect, and trafficking; Ages 17 and under