Resources
Welcome to the Community Resources page of the St. Mary Parish Library. As part of our mission to support learning, connection, and well-being, the library has gathered a list of trusted resources offered by local nonprofit organizations and government agencies. This information is provided to help community members easily find services, programs, and support that may be helpful to them and their families. While the library does not provide these services directly, we are committed to offering free access to reliable information for everyone in our community.
Emergency & Disaster Assistance
FEMA Flood Assistance Publications
Visit the links below for more information about flood assistance, recovery programs, and helpful guidance from FEMA.
•Repairing Your Flooded Home
•FEMA P-348: Protecting Building Utility Systems From Flood Damage
•FEMA P-85:Protecting Manufactured Homes From Floods and Other Hazards
•FEMA 511: Reducing Damage From Localized Flooding
•FEMA 347: Above the Flood-Elevating Your Flood Prone Home
•FEMA 213: Answers to Questions About Substantially Improved/Substantially Damaged Buildings
•FEMA 257: Mitigation of Flood and Erosion Damage to Residential Buildings in Coastal Areas
Health & Wellness
If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is available 24/7. These services are free and confidential.
If you or someone you know is becoming mentally or emotionally unwell, is seeking help for addiction, or is in crisis, please call or text 988. You can also reach the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by chatting using the Lifeline’s website.