Louisiana

Louisiana offers a variety of resources and programs to assist pregnant women, mothers, and families in need of housing support. Here are some organizations and initiatives that provide such assistance:

Maternity and Transitional Housing Programs

1. House of Mercy (Alexandria)

Services: Provides shelter and support for women in need of protection and housing.
Contact: 2817 Rapides Ave, Alexandria, LA 71301; Phone: 318.487.8976 ext. 300

1. Heart of Hope (Shreveport)

Services: Provides housing and support for pregnant women.
Contact: 10420 Heart Of Hope Way, Keithville, LA 71047; Phone: 318.925.4663

1. Sanctuary for Life Housing (Baton Rouge)

Offers transitional housing and support for homeless pregnant women aged 18 and older.

1. New Orleans Women & Children's Shelter

Services: Provides emergency or transitional shelter for women over age 18, including women with children, pregnant women, and intact or single father-led families experiencing homelessness.

State and Local Housing Programs

1. Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC)

Services: Administers programs to provide affordable housing, including

• Emergency Solutions Grant Program: Assists in rapidly rehousing homeless individuals and families.
• Permanent Supportive Housing Program: Combines affordable rental housing with supportive services for individuals with disabilities.
• HOME Program: Provides financing assistance for home purchase or rehabilitation for eligible homeowners and new homebuyers.

They provide information and support to help low-income families, including pregnant women and mothers, access safe and affordable housing.

1. Section 811 Project Rental Assistance (PRA) Program

Louisiana participates in the Section 811 PRA program, which provides affordable, project-based rental assistance for extremely low-income persons with disabilities, including pregnant women with disabilities. This program is a partnership between LHC, Louisiana Department of Health (LDH), and eligible property owners.

Emergency Shelters and Transitional Housing

1. Grace House (New Orleans, LA)

Grace House offers transitional housing and supportive services specifically for pregnant and parenting women experiencing homelessness. They provide a safe environment along with counseling, parenting education, and life skills development.

1. Women’s Resource and Rape Crisis Center (Shreveport, LA)

Provides emergency shelter and support services for women, including pregnant women facing domestic violence or homelessness.

1. Pregnancy Help Centers of Louisiana

Several centers throughout the state provide maternity homes or referrals to housing assistance for women facing unplanned pregnancies or homelessness. Examples include homes in Baton Rouge, Lafayette, and Lake Charles.

1. Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) Program

Links affordable rental housing with voluntary, flexible, and individualized services to assist people with severe and complex disabilities in living successfully in the community.

1. Louisiana Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS)

Services: Provides information on housing assistance programs, including resources for low-income families.

1. Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)

Services: Offers financial assistance to pregnant women and families with low income, which can be used for food, clothing, housing, utilities, and medical supplies.

Other Resources
Louisiana 2-1-1
A free, confidential helpline available 24/7 that connects individuals and families to local housing assistance programs, shelters, and support services tailored for pregnant women, mothers, and families in need.