FAQs • Baton Rouge, LA • CivicEngage

How do you qualify for Quarterly Commodities?: To apply for OSS quarterly commodities that are given every three months, you may come into the center and bring in a picture ID, current proof of income, Social Security numbers for each household member, and you must live in one of the center’s ZIP code areas of: 70811, 70812, some of 70805, 70818, and 70839.

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Community Centers - Charles R. Kelly Community Center

The Charles R. Kelly Community Center is located at:

3535 Riley Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70805

2. Do I need to live in a certain ZIP code area to get service from Charles R. Kelly Community Center?: Yes, the Charles R. Kelly Community Center serves ZIP codes 70811, 70812, and some of 70805, 70818 and 70739. Each community center serves different ZIP codes.

3. What types of services do you have to offer at Charles R. Kelly Community Center?: The Charles R. Kelly Community Center through the Office of Social Services offers a variety of services to eligible households such as: rent, mortgage, and utility assistance; project care for seniors; and prescriptions filled (maximum of $50). We also serve as an emergency food pantry that requires a documented emergency; food for seniors (40 pounds); a monthly distribution for seniors meeting income guidelines; and quarterly commodities distributed every 3 months to eligible households.

4. What days and times do you accept applications?: Call the center office at 225-357-5013 for information.

5. What type of services and activities do you provide for senior citizens?: Seniors may apply for assistance with their utility bills, emergency rent and mortgage assistance, and with new prescriptions, subject to funds available.

6. Is Charles R. Kelly Community Center a VITA site for free tax preparation?: Yes, the Charles R. Kelly Community Center is a VITA site to e-file your taxes. Please call 225-389-5464 for an appointment.

7. Is there a medical center located in your facility?: Yes, the Charles R. Kelly Community Center has a medical clinic; however, it currently is not open at this time for patients.

8. Does the Center offer any type of free classes?: Yes, we offer the Senior Wellness Enrichment and Enhancement Program (S.W.E.E.P.), classes in sewing, dance, exercise, drama, flower arranging and jewelry making. Please call 225-389-5464 for more information.

9. Are there any food programs available at the center?: Yes, there is a program that gives seniors (60 years and up) 40 pounds of food on the first Thursday of each month. The program is called Food for Families. Also, commodities are given quarterly to those who qualify.

10. How do I apply for Food for Families?: Food for Families is administered by the Catholic Diocese of New Orleans. You may reach their office by calling 1-800-522-3333, or 225-357-9099.

11. How do you qualify for Quarterly Commodities?: To apply for OSS quarterly commodities that are given every three months, you may come into the center and bring in a picture ID, current proof of income, Social Security numbers for each household member, and you must live in one of the center’s ZIP code areas of: 70811, 70812, some of 70805, 70818, and 70839.

12. Is there a room available to rent?: Yes, the Ronnie Edwards Event room. It accommodates 150 guests. Please call 225-389-5464 for more information.

13. Is there office space for rent at your facility?: Currently there is no office space available for rent.