Rental assistance programs
When facing eviction, tenants with a source of income can apply for emergency rental assistance. Ascension Parish churches, charities including the Salvation Army, and social service agencies may offer either grants or loans to help with rent, and the homeless may be placed into shelters as well.
Salvation Army Location of the Christian church is 218 E. Bayou Narcisse Call (225) 644-2807
Eligible families can receive funds for paying rent, food, clothing, used furniture and referrals. Assistance, whether money or case management for housing/rental needs, is available across Ascension Parish.
Quad Area Community Action Agency
Main address is 717 E Ascension St. Gonzales, LA 70737 (225) 644-8532
The regional non-profit community action agency. Services include cash grants, information on cash assistance, rent programs, LIHEAP, and more. They work to end homelessness and help people exist poverty.