Joseph Homes

 In Baton Rouge - Counseling, Baton Rouge - Food and Shelter, Baton Rouge - Substance Abuse

Homeless men recently released from prison take their first steps to changing their lives at Joseph Homes Transitional Housing Program.

Services include:

  • Housing in a private, clean efficiency apartment in downtown Baton Rouge
  • Support in a caring environment from dedicated staff, fellow residents, past residents and volunteers
  • Referrals for job-finding, medical, counseling and substance abuse services
  • Money to help you move on if you successfully complete the program

As a resident, program participants will be expected to:

  • Maintain stable employment and attend a weekly support group meeting
  • Remain drug free, pass random drug screens and participate in a 12-step program
  • Respect your fellow residents and surrounding neighborhood
  • Pay your program fees and follow Joseph Homes policy for housekeeping and more
  • Prepare and save for your future

How to apply:

  1. Mail a letter to the address provided below requesting the application or visit the website to download the application.
  2. Complete the application and return it.
  3. The applicant will then complete an interview with the Screening Committee (or when released).   (Note*- Joseph Homes cannot be used as a resident plan for parole or pardon and sex offenders are not eligible for services)
  4. Program fees are $75 a week

Address: Prison Ministry, 1750 Laurel, Baton Rouge, LA 70802

URL: https://www.ccdiobr.org/what-we-do/transitional-housing/joseph-homes/

 

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