Supporting Families Through Lifes's Legal Challenges
We provide legal help with divorce, custody, child and spousal support, adoption, and domestic violence. We work to protect survivors, stabilize families, and ensure the safety and well-being of children – helping families move forward with strength, dignity, and long-term security.
Domestic Violence
If you or your minor child are a victim of domestic violence by a spouse or partner, contact the police and go to a safe place to ensure you and your minor child’s safety first. Be sure to contact an attorney to help you evaluate your options. Below are resources that directly related to organizations that provide help and shelter if you are a victim of domestic violence.
Louisiana Statewide Domestic Abuse Assistance Hotline
1-888-411-1333
National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-7233
Family Justice Center of Acadiana
337-210-5986
Chez Hope Family Violence Crisis Center
Crisis Line: 337-828-4200
To report child abuse contact State’s Hotline at:
1-855-452-5437
The Wellspring Alliance for Families
1515 Jackson St., Monroe, LA 1202
1-318-323-1505
North Louisiana DART Hotline
1-318-251-2255
The Family Justice Center
620 Riverside Dr., Monroe, LA
1-318-998-6030
YWCA
1-318-651-9314
June N. Jenkins Women’s Shelter
CRISIS LINE 1: 1-337-462-6504
CRISIS LINE 2: 1-337-828-4200
Parishes Served: Beauregard, Vernon
Jeff Davis Communities Against Domestic Violence (CADA)
CRISIS LINE: 1-337-616-8418
Parishes Served: Jefferson Davis
OASIS: A Safe Haven For Survivors of Domestic and Sexual Violence
CRISIS LINE: 1-337-436-4552
Parishes Served: Allen, Calcasieu, Cameron
Turning Point Shelter
P.O. Box 908, Alexandria, LA 71309
1-318-445-2022
Haven Battered Women’s Program
P.O. Box 1908, Alexandria, LA 71309
1-318-442-7196
Northwest Family Justice Center
1-318-584-7171
Parishes Served: Bossier, Caddo, Webster, Bienville, Claiborne, DeSoto, Sabine, Red River
Project Celebration: Taylor House
580 Main St., Many, LA 71449
CRISIS LINE: 1-318-256-3403
Parishes Served: Bossier, Caddo, Webster, DeSoto, Sabine, Red River, Natchitoches
Community Resources
Providing A Future
Sam’s STORY
After being incarcerated and falling behind on child support, Sam was unable to see his daughter. When she reached out to reconnect, Sam, now a full-time student, worked to create a stable environment and sought help from ALSC to request visitation rights. With ALSC’s support, he was granted consistent visits, which eventually led to joint custody. Sam’s story demonstrates that even in challenging times, hope can flourish through commitment and stability.
Related Services
Online Resources
Acadiana Legal Service Corporation partners with many resources across Louisiana to provide you with the most current legal education available. We offer a wide range of topics to help you find the legal information you need. Browse our brochures and connect with our partners for more legal topics to help you understand if you have a civil legal issue and whether you want to pursue legal action as a self-represented litigant (SRL) or hire an attorney. All legal resources, including articles and court forms, available on our website can help you better understand and advocate for your rights. However, these resources should not replace legal advice from qualified attorneys licensed in Louisiana who are familiar with your specific legal issue. Always seek legal advice directly from a lawyer.