HOW CAN I HELP?


UPCOMING EVENTS
Hope House Adopt a Family
Accepting gifts thru Dec 19th
at 24 Bolton Ave.
For More Info Contact Hope House
487-2061 ext 202

2012 Lobster Dinner & Silent Auction
When: TBD
Time: TBD
Where: Tunks Cypress Inn

Sponsorships Available
For More Info Contact HH @ 487-2061

2012 Schnack's Fundraiser
When: TBD
Where: Schnack's Fine Jewelry
For more Info Contact HH @ 487-2061




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

  • Parenting Classes

  • 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 initial crisis call and provide the necessary information to process their application for services. 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.