Hope House of Central Louisiana 
Program Information 

Hope House is a service for those who are:

• Women, 18 or older who are homeless
• Capable of pursuing individualized goal-setting that will lead to self-sufficiency; active participation in life skills training to enhance personal and professional skills
• Willing to actively pursue alternatives that will change their situation of homelessness

Reasons why an individual could not stay at Hope House:

• Current dependency and active use of alcohol or illegal drugs
• Proven danger to self or others
• Actively psychotic
• Incapable of self-care
• Unwilling to participate or cooperate in the established program
• Seeking emergency shelter and/or fleeing imminent danger of domestic violence situation
• Qualifies for an alternative program better suited to her needs

Hope House Offers:

• Housing in a supportive, empowerment-based environment, for a length of up to two years
• Confidential Case Management Services
• Confidential Supportive Services Management
• Educational/Vocational Training Assistance, including Comprehensive Life Skills Training Program
• Transportation Assistance for emergency medical needs
• Educational Opportunities, including GED preparation
• Emotional support:  group meetings, empowerment-based discussions, peer support
• Clothing/Personal Items/Tangible needs
• Child Care Assistance
• After School Tutoring Program through Rapides Parish School Board
• Children Services
• Confidential Community Referrals
• Other Supportive Services 

 Clients may be referred by another agency or may phone for help by calling 318-487-2061.  Every applicant is required to complete the crisis call in protocol.  An interview is arranged and each case is reviewed by the Multidisciplinary Team, which is led by the Case Manager,  to determine if Hope House is the appropriate agency to meet the client's individual needs.   If it is determined not to be, the Case Manager will refer the person to an appropriate agency that can best serve the individual.

To make a referral or contact a Case Manager, please visit the "Contact Us" page.