Old Age Public Benefits

As you get older, you may qualify for public benefits to help with income, healthcare, and daily living needs. This page explains programs like Social Security, Medicare, and other supports for older adults, and how to apply.

FIND LEGAL HELP

Self-Help Tools for

Old Age Public Benefits

Access essential forms, worksheets, or other self-help applications that empower you to take the next step on your legal journey.

EXPLORE ALL Self-help Tools

Explore Your Options

No items found.

EXPLORE ALL Self-help tools

Explore Practical Legal Information

Learn about

Old Age Public Benefits

Brochure

Public Benefit Programs

This brochure explains public benefits programs available in Louisiana as of October 2024, including who qualifies based on income and legal status.

Learn more

READ Topic

Article

Social Security Retirement Benefits

This resource explains Social Security retirement benefits, including who is eligible and how to apply.

Learn more

READ Topic

Upcoming Legal Events

Explore All Events

Online

Law Talks: Public Benefits & SSI

Join attorney Isobel Healy with Southeast Louisiana Legal Services, who will discuss what you need to know about public benefits.

Nov 5, 2025 12:00 PM

Learn more

Explore Events

Find Legal Help

If you need professional support, connect with verified legal service providers who can help with

Old Age Public Benefits

issues.

Explore All Legal providers

LSBA Legal Education Assistance Program

New Orleans

Southern University Law Center Law Clinic

Baton Rouge

Explore All Legal providers

What other legal issues do you face?

Let us know what tools, forms, or legal resources you want to see. We're building this platform for you.