Restoring Dignity.
Rebuilding Lives.
Compassionate outreach for individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Ascension Parish and Greater Baton Rouge — walking alongside people where they are.
Who We Are
Heaven’s Care is a local nonprofit dedicated to meeting people experiencing homelessness with dignity, practical help, and hope.
Our Mission
Heaven’s Care is dedicated to walking alongside individuals and families facing homelessness—offering resources, connection, and hope to help them stabilize, heal, and rebuild their lives.
Our Vision
A world where everyone has a safe place to call home and the support they need to thrive.
The Problem We Solve
In our region, homelessness continues to be driven by lack of affordable housing, economic instability, mental health challenges, and systemic barriers. Heaven’s Care steps in where others can’t — meeting people on the streets, in tents, and in cars — providing life-saving resources and consistent support with dignity.
We are an active partner in the Louisiana Balance of State Continuum of Care (LABOSCOC), the federally recognized homeless coalition covering 22 parishes across five regions, including Baton Rouge.
Regional Impact Snapshot
Data from the LABOSCOC Baton Rouge region and coordinated efforts (2025–2026)
(24% decrease from 410 in 2024)
Jan–June 2026
Jan–June 2026
(17%)
Jan–June 2026
Jan–June 2026
Who We Serve
HUD Homeless Definitions used by LABOSCOC and Heaven’s Care
Housing & Homelessness Efforts Across Baton Rouge
Heaven’s Care collaborates with a network of partners working toward a unified response.
LABOSCOC
Louisiana Balance of State Continuum of Care — the federally recognized coalition led by the Louisiana Housing Corporation. Covers 22 parishes including the Baton Rouge region.
BR Strategic Planning Committee
Led by Jennifer Carwile. Monthly meetings of providers and advocates building a unified plan. Focus areas: Homelessness 101, Faith in Action, legislative efforts, and outreach coordination.
Mayor Edwards Community Outreach Team
Led by Matt Edwards. Since May 2025: 2,125 contacts • 377 connected to resources • 122 placed in residential treatment • 116 used Way Home bus • 41 linked to mental health resources.
O’Connell Listening Sessions
Led by Alvin Smith (OLOL). Workgroups addressing medical respite, temporary housing, safe tenting areas, Medicaid supports, business connections, generational poverty, and a local homelessness resource guide.
Faith-Based Organizations
Churches and faith communities are essential partners in education, resource sharing, and direct support across East Baton Rouge and surrounding parishes.
Homeless Service Providers
Direct service organizations working daily with people experiencing homelessness through coordinated entry, case management, housing, and emergency response.
Faith in Action: Uniting to End Homelessness in Baton Rouge
God is moving — will your church be part of it?
We are launching a Faith-Based Homelessness Initiative. Homelessness touches every corner of East Baton Rouge Parish, yet resources remain unevenly distributed. We believe the faith community is being called to rise up, come together, and be part of a compassionate, coordinated solution.
- Educate the faith community and public about the realities and root causes of homelessness
- Maximize the impact of collective time, talents, financial resources, and ideas
- Coordinate faith-based efforts to support and complement local service providers
How your church can get involved:
Host a Homelessness 101 presentation, or partner with neighboring congregations (for example Broadmoor Methodist, Baptist, and Presbyterian clusters) for a joint event.
Contact Jennifer Carwile (M45J2020@gmail.com) or Randall Waguespack (rwaguespack@diobr.org) to coordinate.
Iris Domestic Violence Center
24-Hour Crisis Line: (225) 389-3001 or (800) 541-9706
Resources & Case Management
Crisis intervention, counseling, and supportive housing. If you make the call, they can help.
Safety Planning & Housing + Counseling & Legal Advocacy
1 in 4 men and 1 in 3 women will experience domestic violence in their lifetime. There is no shame in being a survivor. Help navigating the legal process and protecting yourself and your family is available.
More Resources
LABOSCOC
- laboscoc.org — Subscribe to emails
- Homeless Outreach Portal
- Events Page
Additional Training & Tools
- Homeless and Housing Resource Center
- Ryan Dowd Trainings
- Expanded Opportunities with Federal Funding for Housing and Services (PDF available via LABOSCOC)
Join Us in Making a Difference
Whether you need help, want to report someone who needs outreach, volunteer, donate, or bring your church into the Faith in Action movement — there is a place for you.
Report an Outreach Need Contact Heaven’s CareProviding Hope, One Step at a Time
Join us in making a difference and help transform lives today.
Empowering Lives Through Support and Care
Discover the impact we’ve made through our outreach and support programs.
200+
Individuals Helped
Providing critical assistance to individuals transitioning out of homelessness.
1000+
Meals Served
Delivering thousands of meals to ensure no one goes hungry.
50+
Volunteers Engaged
Dedicated individuals contributing their time to change lives.
Extend Hope, Restore Dignity
Discover how we make donating seamless and impactful, empowering you to support change.
12478 Hwy 44 Gonzales, La 70737
+1-225-330-2077
Danyell@heavenscare.org
