Sanctuary for Life

Posted August 19, 2019

Catholic Charities provides adoption services to children and families.

Services offered:

Sanctuary for Life is a maternity home program for pregnant, homeless women over the age of 18.
There are no fees associated with the Sanctuary for Life program. Residents are only asked to provide their own food. A fully equipped kitchen is provided for our residents’ use.
Assistance in applying for food stamps and Medicaid is provided.
The Sanctuary provides a structured environment allowing residents to set and achieve personal goals in work, school and life.
Daily support is given by our house managers while residents transition to independence.
Our services include transportation to doctor and hospital appointments, educational and vocational opportunities, and places of employment.
If desired, personal counseling is provided by a licensed social worker.
The Sanctuary is an adults-only program. There are no provisions for children at this time.

Services are provided to clients of all races and religious backgrounds.
Social workers will connect expecting parents to medical and community resources that will assist with pregnancy and parenting.
Counseling and maternity services are provided at no cost to the client.
Services are provided by licensed social workers with many years of maternity and adoption experience.
A supportive and empowering environment is provided for pregnant moms to make the best parenting plan they can for their child.
Counseling to explore adoption and parenting options is given in a pressure-free environment. Clients are never pressured to make an adoption plan.
Extended family members touched by the unplanned pregnancy and crisis are also welcome to access counseling services at the agency.
Fathers are encouraged and welcomed to also receive services.
Financial assistance to clients is considered on a case-by-case basis.

Office Location: 1900 South Acadian Thruway Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Phone: 225.336.8708