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Help in Iowa
5 service locations
Family and youth
J I Watson Head Start
Child care and early childhood education
201 E First St, Iowa · 337-217-4670
Head Start early childhood program — 60 funded slots; operated by Calcasieu Parish School System.
Food assistance
Iowa High School
Meal program
401 Miller Ave, Iowa
Free summer meals for kids and teens (2026 season) — sponsored by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury.
J. I. Watson Elementary School
Meal program
201 E First St, Iowa · (337) 217-4670
Free summer meals for kids and teens (2026 season) — sponsored by Calcasieu Parish Police Jury.
Housing and shelter
Housing Authority Of The Town Of Iowa
Housing assistance
603 N Park Dr, Iowa · 337-582-6730
Public housing (Low-Rent) agency
Substance use and recovery
Substance use treatment facility
21089 South Frontage Road, Iowa · 337-936-9197
Eligibility: Serves young adults, adults, seniors; men only.
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