Our Program
Housing and support for your family
A Path to Stability
Saint Louise House provides single mothers and their children the stable housing and wraparound services they need to succeed. Our highly-individualized, holistic approach and two-generational services foster education, financial stability and healthy living and provide pathways out of poverty that will last a lifetime.
Families live in their own fully-furnished, two-bedroom apartments and pay rent at deeply subsidized rates. This stability provides a foundation for families to build economic security. When families graduate from the program, they get to take everything in the apartment with them to their new home.
Saint Louise House meets every family where they are and ensures they have the support they need to overcome barriers to self-sufficiency. Every mother sets her own goals and finds support for achieving them in her Empowerment Partner, a professional social worker who meets with her weekly.
Wraparound Services
Safe, Affordable Housing
Families live in their own fully-furnished, two-bedroom apartments and pay rent at deeply subsidized rates. This stability provides a foundation for families to build economic security.
Highly-Individualized Support
Every mother sets her own goals and finds support for achieving them in her Empowerment Partner, a professional social worker who meets with her weekly.
Financial Literacy
Supported by their Empowerment Partners, mothers work through the Consumer Financial Protection Board's Your Money, Your Goals curriculum and learn how to better manage their financial situation and budget for a future outside poverty.
Employment Services
Through one-on-one coaching and group workshops, mothers build their resumes, improve their job search and interview skills, and access better employment opportunities. Every family has a computer in their home, internet access, and support for developing digital literacy skills.
Children's Services
We make the most of every day that a child is at Saint Louise House by providing a safe, stable environment as well as age-appropriate activities supporting the social and emotional development of children at every age. We also provide financial support for participation in extracurricular activities.
Life Skills & Parenting
Through weekly workshops, families learn about everything from buying their own home to basic car maintenance. Through parent groups based on the evidence-based Nurturing Parenting curriculum, mothers improve their parenting skills and develop stronger relationships with their children.
Flexible Direct Support
With the support of donations and community partnerships, Saint Louise House provides families with flexible support: a food and supply pantry, bus passes, utility assistance, quarters for laundry, financial support for education, employment, medical or other needs.
Program Eligibility
Saint Louise House serves very low-income women and their children experiencing homelessness in the Austin, TX area. Our program provides apartment-style housing with comprehensive wraparound services.
Eligibility Requirements:
How to Apply
You can apply by phone or by downloading our application form. Submit the application by email to info@saintlouisehouse.org
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Saint Louise House a shelter?
No. Saint Louise House is a long-term supportive housing program. Families live in their own fully-furnished, two-bedroom apartments — not a communal shelter. We provide private, stable housing with wraparound support services.
How long can families stay?
Families can participate in our program for up to four years. This extended timeline gives families the time they truly need to build self-sufficiency and stability.
Who is eligible for the program?
We serve very low-income single mothers and their children who are experiencing homelessness in the Austin, TX area. Contact our Program Office at (512) 326-2774 for specific eligibility details.
What services do you provide?
We provide housing, weekly meetings with an Empowerment Partner (professional social worker), financial literacy workshops, employment services, educational support, children's programming, and more.
What happens when a family completes the program?
When families graduate from the program, they take all their furniture and belongings with them. Over 90% of our families maintain stability after completing the program.
Do you offer services in Spanish?
Yes! Bilingual support is available. ¿Habla español? Llame al (512) 326-2774 — apoyo bilingüe disponible.
How can I support Saint Louise House?
You can donate, volunteer, attend events, partner with us corporately, or donate in-kind items. Visit our Get Involved page for more details.
Helpful Resources
Here are some additional resources for individuals and families in need in the Austin area: