Whispering Hope §202 Senior Lake Charles, LA
Profile last updated · Data vintage: HUD FY2025
Whispering Hope is a Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing) community in Lake Charles, LA with 41 units reporting 88% occupancy. Assisted residents pay about $394/month on average.
41
total units
88%
occupancy
$394
avg resident rent
—
reported wait
Resident & program facts (HUD-reported)
| Program(s) | Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing) |
|---|---|
| Address | 2501 Griffin St, Lake Charles, LA 70601 Map → |
| Average household income | $16,667/yr |
| Average personal income | $16,305/yr |
| People per unit | 1 |
| Moved in within last year | 29% |
| Households below 30% AMI | 60% |
| Households below 50% AMI | 98% |
| One-bedroom share | 100% |
How to apply at Whispering Hope
Section 202 PRAC: independent senior living (62+) with income-based rents and on-site service coordination.
- Call or visit the management office at 2501 Griffin St, Lake Charles; ask if the waitlist is open and request an application.
- Gather ID, Social Security cards, birth certificates, and proof of all income. Applications are always free.
- Claim eligible preferences (homelessness, veteran, local residency) with documentation.
- Respond fast to interview letters; verify rent expectations against your budget (~$394/mo average here).
Other subsidized housing in Lake Charles
- Le Jolliet LIHTC
- Chateau Du Lac LIHTCPB Section 8
- The Meadows LIHTCPB Section 8
- Whispering Pines LIHTCPB Section 8
- Tower Oaks Elderly Apartments PB Section 8
- The Park at Winterhalter PB Section 8
- Cottages at the Power Centre LIHTCPB Section 8
- Emerald Point LIHTCPB Section 8
- Villages of Lake Charles LIHTCPB Section 8
- Presley Park LIHTCPB Section 8
Nearby subsidized housing (within ~10 km)
| Property | Location | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Havens of Lake Charles LIHTCPB Section 8 | Lake Charles | 0.8 km |
| Villas of Lake Charles LIHTCPB Section 8 | Lake Charles | 0.8 km |
| Valleyview Apts. LIHTCPB Section 8 | Lake Charles | 1.4 km |
| Fifth Avenue Apts LIHTCPB Section 8 | Lake Charles | 1.4 km |
| Fairview Crossing PB Section 8 | Lake Charles | 1.4 km |
| Fifth Avenue Apts Ii LIHTCPB Section 8 | Lake Charles | 1.4 km |
| Manor at Lake Charles LIHTCPB Section 8 | Lake Charles | 1.4 km |
| St. Charles Place Apts LIHTCPB Section 8 | Lake Charles | 3.4 km |
← All subsidized housing in Lake Charles
Frequently asked questions
What kind of subsidy does Whispering Hope have?
Section 202 PRAC (Senior Housing). Section 202 PRAC: independent senior living (62+) with income-based rents and on-site service coordination.
How much is rent at Whispering Hope?
Residents report average rents near $394/month in HUD administrative data. Under most federal programs you pay roughly 30% of adjusted income — your actual amount depends on household income and unit size.
How do I apply at Whispering Hope?
Contact the management office at 2501 Griffin St in Lake Charles. Ask whether the waitlist is open, request an application, and claim any preferences you qualify for. There is never a fee to apply for HUD-subsidized housing.