Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Charity & Nonprofit Organization in Lafayette, LA
Since 1973, Lafayette Catholic Svc Center has been a beacon of hope for individuals and families facing hunger, homelessness, poverty, and crisis. Our organization, rooted in Catholic values, provides essential services to all in need regardless of background, with programs spanning emergency sheltering, food distribution, hygiene services, disaster response, and veteran support. We prioritize rapid stabilization through personalized case management, ensuring homelessness is rare, brief, and non-recurring.Our partnerships with local agencies and faith communities amplify our impact, while our commitment to dignity and compassion guides every interaction. With decades of experience, we remain dedicated to honoring the sacred gift of human life by serving the most vulnerable in Acadiana.
Services
Emergency Sheltering
St. Joseph Diner
Hygiene Services
Disaster Response
Food Bank
Veteran Support
Rebuilding Together
Deaf Action Center
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We have served Acadiana communities for 50 years with dignity-focused care.
- Our programs address homelessness, hunger, and crisis through personalized case management.
- We operate inclusive services available to all, regardless of background or beliefs.
- Our partnerships with local agencies enhance our capacity to deliver rapid relief.
- We prioritize long-term solutions to break cycles of poverty and homelessness.
Services
Emergency Sheltering
Our emergency shelters provide safe housing for over 140 adults nightly, with case management to secure employment, benefits, and permanent housing. We focus on rapid rehousing and stabilization through personalized support. Services include transitional programs for veterans and families, ensuring homelessness is rare, brief, and non-recurring.
St. Joseph Diner
Serving free meals seven days a week since 1983, St. Joseph Diner addresses food insecurity for individuals experiencing hunger. Our program provides nutritious lunches at no cost, operating as a critical resource for those in crisis or transitional housing situations across Acadiana.
Hygiene Services
The Stella Maris Hygiene Center offers showers, restroom access, and laundry facilities to homeless individuals. This essential service promotes dignity and health by meeting basic hygiene needs, supporting clients as they seek employment, housing, and community reintegration.
Disaster Response
We coordinate immediate and long-term recovery assistance for disaster survivors, partnering with local agencies to provide emergency supplies, housing support, and case management. Our programs address both urgent needs and sustainable rebuilding efforts following natural or man-made disasters in Acadiana.
Veteran Support
St. Michael Center offers transitional housing and support services for homeless veterans, connecting them to VA resources, employment, and permanent housing. Our program serves male and female veterans with personalized case management, ensuring access to healthcare, education, and reintegration support.
Questions
What services does Catholic Charities of Acadiana offer?
We provide emergency sheltering, food assistance through St. Joseph Diner, hygiene services, disaster response, veteran housing programs, and supplemental food aid to individuals and families in need.
How can I access emergency shelter services?
Contact us directly at (337) 235-4972 for shelter availability. St. Joseph Shelter serves individual men and women, while St. Michael Center specializes in veteran housing support.
Does your organization accept in-kind donations?
Yes, we accept donations of food, clothing, and household items. Contact Donations Coordinator Candace Manuel at (337) 235-4972 ext. 1230 for drop-off instructions and current needs.
Are your services available to everyone regardless of faith?
All services are open to individuals of any background. Participation in religious activities is completely voluntary and not required to receive assistance.
How can my group volunteer at St. Joseph Diner?
Groups can participate in our 7 Days of Mercy campaign by filling volunteer shifts for six days. Contact us to schedule your team's service week and build community through service.
