Louisiana

Alzheimer's Association chapters provide information, programs and services, including support groups and educational workshops, to people with Alzheimer's disease, their family members and caregivers.

Area agencies on aging (AAA) contract with providers for the following services: congregate meals, home delivered meals, homemaker, nutrition counseling, transportation, legal assistance, nutrition education, information and assistance and outreach.

An all-volunteer organization made up of parents and family members of individuals affected by an autism spectrum disorder, as well as professionals working in the field.

Provides in-home, community and caregiver services to aging residents and people with disabilities in the Caddo County, LA.

Louisiana's Early Intervention System under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, EarlySteps provides services to families with infants and toddlers from birth to three years (36 months) who have a medical condition likely to result in a developmental delay, or who have developmental delays.

Information and resources about health insurance for infants, children and teens in Louisiana.

Provides accessibility services for persons who are deaf, deaf/blind, hard of hearing or have a speech impairment. Services including telephone relay service, interpreting, assistive technology equipment, hearing aids, information and referral, advocacy and training.

Made up of people from every region of the state who are appointed by the governor to develop and implement a five year plan to address the needs of persons with disabilities. Membership includes persons with developmental disabilities, parents, advocates, professionals and representatives from public and private agencies.

Contact information for all ILCs in Louisiana. ILCs provide people with disabilities advocacy and support services, including assistance with employment, transportation, housing, health care and living skills.

Office of the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospital serves people with developmental disabilities and their families and professionals who support them through a variety of services and programs including individual and family supports (i.e., personal care assistance, cash subsidy, respite, crisis intervention and supported living services).

Provides services in a flexible, individualized manner to Louisiana citizens who have experienced traumatic head or spinal cord injuries.

Directory of mental health treatment facilities and support services in the state.

Assists individuals with all types of disabilities to live in their own homes, have jobs and fulfill their dreams of becoming independent, productive citizens.