Family Resources
Updated On: 7/13/2011 3:05:34 PM
INFORMATIONAL PHONE NUMBERS
Neighborhood associations are a good resource for new arrivals, connecting them to established residents, business representatives and other interested citizens devoted to improving the Shreveport-Bossier area. These associations give neighborhood residents a voice and link them to the City Council, local government agencies and the community.
City of Shreveport
http://www.shreveportla.gov/dept/council/Neighborhoodassoc.htm PUBLIC SAFETY
Police Departments
Shreveport
1234 Texas Ave.
Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 673-7300
http://www.shreveportla.gov/dept/police Bossier City
620 Benton Road
Bossier City, LA 71171 (318) 741-8611
http://www.bossiercity.org/police Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office
505 Travis St., Seventh Floor
Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 681-0611
http://www.caddosheriff.org Crime Stoppers
(318) 673-7373
http://www.shreveportla.gov/dept/police/crimestoppers/index.htm Fire and Rescue
Shreveport Fire Department
263 N. Common St.
Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 673-6655
http://www.shreveportla.gov/dept/fire Bossier City Fire Department
620 Benton Road
Bossier City, LA 71171 (318) 741-8700
http://www.bossiercity.org/fire Caddo Parish Fire District 5
Central Station
1675 Leonard Road
Shreveport, LA 71115 (318) 797-4111
http://www.cfd5.com/default.htm Caddo-Bossier Office of Homeland Security
1511 Doctors Drive
Bossier City, LA 71111 (318) 425-5351
http://www.cbohsep.org The Caddo-Bossier Office of Homeland Security prepares for and responds to a variety of disaster situations, from natural phenomena (tornadoes, floods, winter storms, droughts, fires, etc.) to man-made and technological incidents (hazardous material spills, explosions, train derailments, aircraft disasters, building collapses, terrorist incidents, etc.) The office coordinates emergency services as well as local, state and federal plans, programs, warnings, communications and public information in case of a disaster.
Animal Control
Bossier City Animal Control
3217 Old Shed Road
P.O. Box 5337
Bossier City, LA 71171 (318) 741-8499
Caddo Parish Animal and
Mosquito Services Department
1500 Monty St.
Shreveport, LA 71107
General (318) 226-6624
Mosquito Control (318) 226-6627
http://www.caddo.org/animal_mosqu.cfm The Caddo Parish Department of Animal Services serves to protect residents of Caddo Parish from dangerous, nuisance and uncontrollable animals while also ensuring the protection of animals. The department responds to about 32,000 citizen requests each year. The department also provides pet adoptions and rescues injured and wild animals.
PETS
With all the major concerns of relocation, pets can sometimes get less attention and care than they're used to. Make sure any pet receives these essentials of care in your new home:
• Have your pet wear a collar and ID tag with your name and contact info
• License your dog and have your pet vaccinated for rabies
• Remember to take your pet to regular check-ups with a veterinarian
• Remain patient and loyal with your companion during this adjustment period
Animal Services
Caddo Parrish Animal Shelter
1500 Monty St.
Shreveport, LA 71107 (318) 226-6624
http://www.caddopets.com The Caddo Parrish Animal Shelter provides public safety in response to animal-related incidents as well as ensuring the humane treatment of animals. Its mission includes promoting responsible pet ownership through positive influence and education. The shelter helps provide new homes for abandoned animals. There is no resident location requirement to adopt a pet from the facility, but applicants must be at least 18 years old and provide an ID. A $50 fee applies to all adoptions. All pets have undergone a health exam and are up to date on all of their vaccinations. Adult animals are spayed or neutered before adoption, and those that are not receive a voucher to have the procedure done.
FAMILY, CHILDREN AND CHILD CARE
Department of Children & Family Services
627 N. Fourth St.
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
http://www.dss.louisiana.gov Caddo Parish Child Welfare Office
1525 Fairfield Ave.
Shreveport, LA 71101 (318) 676-7323
Child Welfare Office
3808 Kilpatrick Drive
Bossier City, LA 71112 (318) 741-7340
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