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Homeless Individuals

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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Free Counseling for Nunez Students, Faculty, and Staff

We will help you tackle and cope with a range of challenges:

When: Tuesdays 10 am – 1 pm and …

Health & Homelessness Initiatives: New Orleans

Drug addiction and the lack of food, healthcare, and affordable housing can all be detrimental not only to the health of …

Louisiana Housing Support

Louisiana Housing Support

Need housing assistance or know someone who does? Visit the Louisiana Balance of State Continuum of Care to get started …

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Need help paying your energy bills? Find out if you’re eligible and learn how to apply through Louisiana Housing Corporation.

How to Fill out the FAFSA

How to Fill out the FAFSA

Are you ready to fill out your FAFSA? Take a look at this guide to learn what documents you need, …

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