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This page is dedicated to providing support and resources for individuals who need housing assistance or seeking homeless shelter programs. This includes homeless children and youth who lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence and children and youth who share the housing of other persons due to loss of housing, economic hardship, or a similar reason.

New Orleans lands $15 million federal grant to help city’s homeless population

In April of 2023, advocates for New Orleans’ homeless population celebrated a new $15 million federal grant that some said will provide an unprecedented amount of new assistance. Read the Fox 8 Live article here.

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New Policies by the FHA

The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) is announcing new policies that will allow for faster payment of funds to mortgagees when they assign a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM), also known as a reverse mortgage, to HUD. “The Home Equity Conversion …

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Do You Know What Your Doctor Has Recorded In Your Medical Records?

It’s important to know. Here is a complete guide to request your medical records.

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Resources

Hope Central – Louisiana’s Career Planning and Recovery System

Make a Career Plan with Kuder Journey

Discover your path to a brighter future with our award-winning career planning system. …

In addition to providing non-perishable food and hygiene items to students, the Pelican Pantry also serves any Nunez employees in …

APAC, Inc. Provides Assistant with Bills & Food Boxes

Their office is a non-profit agency that offers energy assistance (LIHEAP program) which if eligible helps pay your light/gas bill. …

The National Foster Youth Institute states that more than 23,000 youth age out of the foster care system every year …

Unity of Greater New Orleans

UNITY is a nonprofit coordinating community partnerships to end homelessness. By providing housing and services, our coalition has reduced homelessness …

Below are some resources to help residents who are experiencing homelessness, need assistance or want to get involved:

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