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East Carroll Parish Police Jury
Lake Providence, Louisiana
Last Updated
9 hours ago
About East Carroll Parish Police Jury
East Carroll Parish Police Jury, located in Lake Providence, East Carroll County, Louisiana, provides housing assistance programs for eligible residents. This authority manages approximately 146 assisted housing units, primarily through Section 8 vouchers.
Currently, the East Carroll Parish Police Jury is accepting applications for its Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program and Public Housing program. Both programs have recently changed from a closed to an open status. The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and other programs are currently closed to new applications. For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit in the East Carroll Parish, LA area is $32,400 per year to be considered for assistance.
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Other - Lakeshore Family Homes Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 9, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This is for the Lakeshore Family Homes Waiting List.
other Waitlist
Status
open
Open Date
Mar 9, 2026
Closing Date
Jun 7, 2026
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
This is for the Lakeshore Family Homes program, which provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities.
Other Programs
8 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
The waiting list for the East Carroll Parish Police Jury is currently closed.
Application requires social security cards, birth certificates, income and asset verifications, and a review of rental and criminal history.
The Lakeshore Family Homes Waiting List, administered by the East Carroll Parish Section 8 Housing office, was open from March 9, 2026, to June 7, 2026.
No waitlist information currently available for this program.
Project-Based Vouchers are tied to specific housing units, and assistance stays with the unit if the tenant moves.
General preferences may include families with children, elderly applicants, and disabled individuals.
No current waitlist information found specifically for the Mainstream Voucher program administered by East Carroll Parish Police Jury (LA195).
No current waitlist information found specifically for the Rental Assistance Demonstration program administered by East Carroll Parish Police Jury (LA195).
Status History
Deadline: Jun 6, 2026
Deadline: Jun 7, 2026
Deadline: Jun 7, 2026
Deadline: Jun 7, 2026
Deadline: Jun 7, 2026
Deadline: Jun 7, 2026
Official Application
Apply directly through the official East Carroll Parish Police Jury portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
WARNING: DO NOT PAY ANYONE TO APPLY FOR HOUSING
Contact Information
Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at East Carroll Parish Police Jury
Check Current Status
East Carroll Parish Police Jury currently has 2 open waiting lists (Other - Lakeshore Family Homes, other). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at East Carroll Parish Police Jury, you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $32,400/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official East Carroll Parish Police Jury portal. Applications are free — never pay to apply.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at East Carroll Parish Police Jury, keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. East Carroll Parish Police Jury manages approximately 146 assisted housing units (146 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Lake Providence. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at East Carroll Parish Police Jury
Other - Lakeshore Family Homes open
The Other - Lakeshore Family Homes program at East Carroll Parish Police Jury provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lake Providence. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on June 7, 2026.
other open
The other program at East Carroll Parish Police Jury provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lake Providence. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements. The application window closes on June 7, 2026.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at East Carroll Parish Police Jury provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Lake Providence. This program serves approximately 146 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
Lakeshore Family Homes closed
The Lakeshore Family Homes program at East Carroll Parish Police Jury provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lake Providence. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other closed
The Other program at East Carroll Parish Police Jury provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lake Providence. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Other (Lakeshore Family Homes) closed
The Other (Lakeshore Family Homes) program at East Carroll Parish Police Jury provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lake Providence. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at East Carroll Parish Police Jury are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Lake Providence. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at East Carroll Parish Police Jury are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at East Carroll Parish Police Jury are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at East Carroll Parish Police Jury converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Lake Providence maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the income limits for East Carroll Parish Police Jury?
East Carroll Parish Police Jury Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the East Carroll Parish Police Jury are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for East Carroll Parish, LA. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $32,400. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $15,650 | $22,700 | $36,300 |
| 2 Persons | $21,150 | $25,950 | $41,500 |
| 3 Persons | $26,650 | $29,200 | $46,700 |
| 4 Persons | $32,150 | $32,400 | $51,850 |
| 5 Persons | $35,000 | $35,000 | $56,000 |
| 6 Persons | $37,600 | $37,600 | $60,150 |
| 7 Persons | $40,200 | $40,200 | $64,300 |
| 8 Persons | $42,800 | $42,800 | $68,450 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to East Carroll Parish Police Jury — including across state lines.