The Office of Housing and Development offers a few emergency assistance programs to the residents of Assumption Parish.
Emergency Food & Shelter
Emergency Food and Shelter provides assistance to qualified families with an emergency that meet the program guidelines. Assistance includes utilities and rent/mortgage.
Applicants must meet the program's income guidelines and be a resident of Assumption Parish. Call 985-369-2026 to make an appointment. On initial appointment, applicant must provide the following documentation:
Picture ID or Driver's License for all individuals living in the household 18 years of age or older
Social Security Card for all individuals of any age living in the household
Proof of income
Proof of the need
Current monthly bills
Disconnect notice or notice of past due rent/mortgage
Emergency Medical Services
Emergency Medical Services provides assistance to Assumption Parish residents with their prescription medication costs.
Applicants must meet the program's income guidelines and be a resident of Assumption Parish. Call 985-369-2026 to make an appointment. On initial appointment, applicant must provide the following documentation:
Picture ID or Driver's License for all individuals living in the household 18 years of age or older
Social Security Card for all individuals of any age living in the household