Bayou Care Sitters

03/15/2026

Strong storms will be possible tonight. Tonight's threat looks conditional, but strong to severe storms could still develop. As of now, most of the ArkLaMiss is under an enhanced level 3 out of 5 risk. Storms will likely enter by 5 to 6 PM and exit by 10 PM. We'll have more updates throughout the rest of the day.

02/04/2026

🚨UPDATE: the deadline for SNAP 38 Form submission has been extended for an additional 15 parishes (23 total).

SNAP recipients in the following parishes who lost food due to a power outage lasting 24+ hrs must submit their SNAP 38 form by Feb. 24:
🔵Bienville
🔵Bossier
🔵Caddo
🔵Caldwell
🔵Claiborne
🔵DeSoto
🔵East Carroll
🔵Franklin
🔵Jackson
🔵Lincoln
🔵Madison
🔵Morehouse
🔵Natchitoches
🔵Ouachita
🔵Red River
🔵Richland
🔵Sabine
🔵St. Landry
🔵Tensas
🔵Union
🔵Webster
🔵West Carroll
🔵Winn

You may need your utility documents. Request them now, as it can take time to receive.

🔗Apply at ldh.la.gov/page/replacement-snap-benefits

02/04/2026

🚨FOOD ALERT: The Food Bank will be hosting a drive-thru food distribution this Wednesday, February 4, from 3PM-6PM at the Monroe Civic Center to help our neighbors in Ouachita Parish impacted by Winter Storm Fern.

Help us spread the word!

Please Note: Additional food distributions will be held for other parishes affected by the winter storm.

02/03/2026

The City of West Monroe will host a drive-through water distribution on Tuesday, February 3, beginning at 12 PM, to assist residents impacted by recent weather conditions. The distribution will take place at the West Monroe Convention Center (901 Ridge Avenue). Due to rain, residents will be able to remain in their vehicles and drive through under the portico to receive water.

Distribution is limited to one (1) case per person. Water will be provided in aluminum cans, and supplies are very limited. The City of West Monroe extends its sincere appreciation to Marsala Beverage for generously sponsoring this effort and helping make this distribution possible.

Please consider sharing this information with anyone who may benefit.

01/31/2026

💙 The assistance request application is now OPEN.

👉 APPLY FOR ASSISTANCE:
unitedwaynela.org/family-relief-effort

We are also accepting donations to support this effort. A gift of $10, $20, $50 — or any amount — helps working families regain footing and move forward.

👉 TO DONATE:
Text FAMILYRELIEF to 91999 or visit unitedwaynela.org/family-relief-effort

If you need help completing the application or connecting to other available resources, dial 211 — a free, confidential call available 24/7.

01/30/2026

01/29/2026

Commissioner of Administration Taylor Barras has announced that state offices located in the following parishes will be closed on Friday, January 30, 2026, due to inclement weather: Bienville, Caldwell, Catahoula, Claiborne, East Carroll, Franklin, Jackson, Lincoln, Madison, Morehouse, Ouachita, Red River, Richland, Tensas, Union, Webster, West Carroll, and Winn.

01/29/2026

If your home was impacted by recent severe weather, please report damage by visiting Damage.LA.gov or scanning the QR code shown. This information helps state and local officials understand the scope of damage across our community.

📌 Important reminder:
Reporting damage is not an application for assistance, does not guarantee aid, and does not open an insurance claim — but it is a critical step in the recovery process.

Please share this post to help ensure all affected residents have access to accurate information.