Housing for Seniors

Where can you get information on housing for seniors?
You can contact:

Archdiocese of New Orleans 
7887 Walmsley Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70125
Services: Offers a list of housing in New Orleans for seniors. 

Christopher Homes
Phone: 1 (888) 366-5024 (toll free)
Email: infochi@archdiocese-no.org
Services: Provides affordable housing to the elderly who are 62 and over and to people in need of wheelchair-accessible units.
Find a current list of property locations in New Orleans and Jefferson Parish.  

National Church Residences Westminster Tower
2301 Idaho Avenue
Kenner, LA 70062
Phone: (504) 469-4056
Email: 0730@ncr.org
Services: Offers affordable housing to the elderly and people with disabilities.

Find other housing options for seniors in Kenner.

Find other housing options for seniors in Marrero.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development also provides information for seniors on all sorts of housing issues.

How do you know you qualify for housing assistance?
Qualifying for housing assistance depends on your income. Check updated income limits for Louisiana.

Where can you find subsidized apartments for seniors?
There is an online search tool to help you find senior subsidized apartment buildings near you in Louisiana. To get a list of buildings, just choose:

1. The city, county, or zip code you want to live in
2. The apartment type: ELDERLY (for seniors) or HEALTHCARE (if you need assisted-living)
3. The number of bedrooms

Click “Next” and a list of available buildings that fit your description will come up.

How do you apply for subsidized housing?
You will need to visit the management office for the apartment building that you are interested in.