Use this site to find resources and referrals outside of our OGBYN/MFM team. Click on the name to be redirected to the website. Please let us know of new resources and referrals that we do not have listed.
Crisis Lines
Dial 988
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Dial 988 from any US phone
Substance Abuse treatment referral crisis line
1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Crisis Text
Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a volunteer Crisis Counselor
or Click here
Local Shelters
Safe Harbor Northshore
Safe Harbor is a non-profit, non-government agency in St. Tammany Parish serving survivors and their minor children who are victims of domestic abuse. We can provide a safe place to stay and a variety of critical support services ranging from crisis intervention, legal advocacy, playgroups, emotional support, and community-based referrals for kids.
Caring Center of Slidell
Long term shelter for Women and Children Only
9856461368
Transitional Housing by Esthers Haven
Immediate housing, clothing, and food for short term emergency need
504-507-1617
Local Therapists & Therapy Centers
STAR: Sexual Trauma Awareness and Response
855-435-STAR
STAR® provides supportive services to survivors to reduce their experience of trauma. Our advocacy, counseling and legal services are available to youth and adult survivors of sexual violence at no cost, and are intended to assist you at any stage of your healing.
emPOWERNOLA Project
School and cultural leaders, counselors, and advocates for childhood trauma in New Orleans
504-222-2249
List of Trauma Therapists
Our Recommendation: Kimberly Rome Butler
504-826-8931
Local Online Support Groups
National Share Louisiana
Offers Weekly online groups chats to support pregnancy loss
1800-821-6819
Woman’s Hospital - Baton Rouge
Weekly events for health and wellness during pregnancy and the first year postpartum . Emphasis on trauma and survivors.
Maddie’s Footprints
Bi-Weekly digital meeting with local grieving families
Crime Survivors
Local Louisiana group focused on community for those affected by violent crimes
STOP St. Tammany
Survivors of Suicide Support Group every 2nd Friday in Mandeville
985-237-5506
Metro Center for Community Advocacy
Community gatherings for survivors of child abuse, sexual assault, human trafficking, and intimate partner violence
888-411-1333
Postpartum Support International -Louisiana Chapter
Support and community for postpartum depression, anxiety, psychosis, and perinatal mood disorders.
1800-944-4773
Birth and Postpartum Classes & Support
Louisiana Baby Company
504-264-2832
Birth and Postpartum Doulas, Sleep coaching, lactation counseling, and classes on newborn care and childbirth
Fleur De Lis Doula
Contact on Website
Bradley Method Childbirth education and VBAC preparation
Emma Roques
CAPPA Doula with focus on healing form trauma and infant bonding
504-610-7610
Birthing From Within
A specialized childbirth education structure that uses art, reflection, and resistance to prepare for the emotional and spiritual journey. Leila is in training to be a Birthing from within educator and mentor and will soon offer the only classes in Louisiana. In the meantime, you can take these classes online: Here
Financial, Housing, and Transportation Assistance
WIC office- St. Tammany
Assitannce with food and formula
1505 N Florida Street
Covington La 70433
985-871-6030
SNAP
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides monthly benefits that help eligible low-income households buy the food they need for good health.
520 Old Spanish Trail Suite 2A
Slidell LA 70458
888-524-3578
Greaux the Good
Farm to table assistance with food shortages
greauxthegood@marketumbrella.org
FREE transportation to healthcare appointments
Transportation to and from non emergency appointments for all medicaid individuals
1-855-396-3723
Medicaid Application
Medical Benefits to cover healthcare costs for you and the baby
1 855-229-6848
Energy Bill Assistance
Help with payment of past due electric bills, reconnections, or payment arrangements
1800-368-3749
Internet Service
Assistance with low cost internet server in Louisiana
Rental Assistance (Section 8 click here)
LaCHIP assisted with rental assistance and hospital care, drugs, shots, and healthcare for all children under 19
Assistance with low cost internet server in Louisiana
Internet Service
Assistance with low cost internet server in Louisiana