Louisiana State Chapter, Inc.
P.O. Box 80162
Baton Rouge, La 70898
Direct: (800) 955-3760
Fax: (225) 757-8890
Website: www.lastateautism.org
Email: [email protected]
RESOURCE GUIDE
Disclaimer: Autism Society Louisiana State Chapter created this resource book as a service to families as a reference tool. Autism
Society Louisiana State Chapter does not endorse or claim to have personal knowledge of the abilities of those listed. The resources
listed in these pages are not intended as a recommendation, referral, or endorsement of any resource or as a tool for verifying the
credentials, qualifications, or abilities of any organization, product or professional. Users are urged to use independent judgment and
request references when considering any resource associated with diagnosis or treatment of autism, or the provision of services
related to autism. Because these resources are constantly changing, please be aware that the contact information for any given person
or agency may change by the time you attempt to utilize the resource. We encourage your input. If there is a professional, parent
group, government agency, etc. whom you would like to include in our next publication, please contact us.
Table of Contents
Introduction ………..………………………………………………………………………………..………
Autism Society , Louisiana Regionals……………………………………………………………………..
3-4
5
Autism General Information………………………………….……………………………………………
6-7
National Resources………………………………………………………………..……………………………
8-9
Louisiana State Department of Education…………………………..……………………..………. 10-11
Special Populations
Offices by region
Early Steps
Louisiana State Government Agencies……………………………….............................…….. 12-28
Offices of Citizens with Developmental Disabilities
Eligibility requirements
by region
Children’s Special Health Services by region
Early Steps
Medicaid Waiver Information/Medicaid Dental Coverage
Vocational/Rehabilitative Services by region
LaChip
Offices of Mental Health by region
Social Services
Private Non-Profit Agencies………………………………………………..……………………………… 29-33
Access to Meaningful Employment (ACME)
Family and Youth Counseling Agency
St. Mary’s Residential Training Facility
Chartwell Center
St Nicholas Center for Early Intervention
Autism Learning Center
Families Helping Families
Louisiana Citizens for Action Now (LaCan)
Louisiana Assistive Technology Access Network (LaTAN)
Project Prompt – Information and Parent Training
For- Profit Agencies, Businesses and Practitioners ……………………………………………………………… 34-41
Evaluators
Family Counseling/Child and Family Therapy
Genetics
Attorneys
Physicians/Psychologists/Psychiatrists
Neurologists/Neuropsychology
Ophthalmologists
Pediatrics
Speech/ Language Pathology/Audiology
Occupation/Physical Therapy
Pharmacies
Dentistry
Applied Behavioral Analysis/Social Skills
Gaitway Therapeutic Horsemanship
Law and Legal Assistance………………………………………………………………………………………
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA)
Advocacy Center
Additional Resources……………………………………………………………………………………………
Baton Rouge
New Orleans
Additional Information and Resources……………………………………………………………….
Emergency Information and Resources………………………………………………………….…
42-45
46-51
52-53
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Louisiana State Chapter, Inc.
This Resource Guide is furnished to you by the Autism Society- Louisiana State Chapter
Inc.
We contact sources from around the state to compile resource information that may be
beneficial to individuals with ASD in Louisiana. Because these resources are constantly
changing, please be aware that the contact information for any given person or agency
may change by the time you attempt to utilize the resource. We encourage your input. If
there is a professional, parent group, government agency, etc. whom you would like to
include in our next publication, please contact us at the number below.
Hopefully, this Resource Guide will be helpful to you. Use it as a starting point in your
quest for services to meet your needs.
Compiled By:
Pat Giamanco, Administrative Assistant
Autism Society- Louisiana State Chapter, Inc.
P.O. Box 81062
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(800) 955-3760
[email protected]
www.lastateautism.org
Disclaimer: Autism Society Louisiana State Chapter created this resource guide as a service to families as a reference tool. This
organization does not endorse or claim to have personal knowledge of the abilities of those listed. The resources listed in these pages
are not intended as a recommendation, referral, or endorsement of any resource or as a tool for verifying the credentials,
qualifications, or abilities of any organization, product or professional. Users are urged to use independent judgment and request
references when considering any resource associated with diagnosis or treatment of autism, or the provision of services related to
autism. Because these resources are constantly changing, please be aware that the contact information for any given person or agency
may change by the time you attempt to utilize the resource. We encourage your input. If there is a professional, parent group,
government agency, etc. whom you would like to include in our next publication, please contact us.
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Louisiana State Chapter, Inc.
About Us
Autism Society is the oldest and largest grassroots organization within the autism
community. Autism Society -Louisiana State Chapter, Inc. is a coalition of regional
Louisiana chapters of the Autism Society providing a network of families who offer
support and experience.
For over thirty five years, Autism Society - Louisiana State Chapter, Inc. has been providing
information and referrals, advocacy and support for parents and individuals with autism.
We help families identify qualified professionals in their community and assist them in
securing benefits and services provided by law.
We promote lifelong opportunities for persons with autism spectrum disorder in order to
be fully included members of their communities. In addition, we provide biennial
statewide conferences in which national and local professionals in the field of autism
present current information.
Our organization works to assist families with autism during times of emergency to the
extent possible. We collaborate with the Department of Education, Department of Health
and Hospitals and other agencies to bring assistance to families as needed. You will find
additional information on our website: www.lastateautism.org or contact us by phone:
(800) 955-3760 or email: [email protected] .
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Louisiana State Chapter, Inc.
Chapters in Louisiana
LOUISIANA STATE CHAPTER
P.O. Box 80162, Baton Rouge, LA 70898
(800)955-3760 Direct
(225) 757-8890 Fax
www.lastateautism.org
[email protected]
ACADIAN
Contact:
3108 Pinhook Rd.
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 235-4425
www.autism-society.org/chapter286
BATON ROUGE
Contact: Beryl Hebert
12854 Arlingford Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(225) 273-3984
[email protected]
www.autism-society.org/chapter166
BAYOU
Contact: Dawn Spinella
121 Callin Court
Morgan City, LA 70380
(985) 631-9823
[email protected]
www.autism-society.org/chapter 736
GREATER NEW ORLEANS
Contact: Kathy Dwyer
P.O. Box 26057
New Orleans, LA 70186
(504) 464-5733
www.autism-society.org/chapter168
[email protected]
NORTHEAST
Contact: Anna Keith Foy
P. O. Box 4762
Monroe, LA 71211
(318) 649-7449
[email protected]
NORTHWEST
Contact: Stacy Camp
9188 Summer Place
Greenwood, LA 71033
(318) 230-3708
www.autism-society.org/chapter 581
[email protected]
SOUTHWEST
Contact: Audra Grindol
P.O. Box 1806
Lake Charles, LA
(337) 855-2068
www.autism-society.org/chapter 167
[email protected]
What is Autism?
Autism is a complex developmental disability that typically appears during the first three
years of life and is the result of a neurological disorder that affects the normal functioning
of the brain, impacting development in the areas of social interaction and communication
skills. Both children and adults with autism typically show difficulties in verbal and nonverbal communication. Autism is defined by a certain set of behaviors and is a "spectrum
disorder" that affects individuals differently and to varying degrees. There is no known
single cause of autism, but increased awareness and funding can help families today.
AUTISM FACTS
Based on prevalence statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
(2009).



1 in 110 births
Fastest-growing developmental disability
Growth comparison during the 1990s
o U.S. population increase: 13%
o Disabilities increase: 16%
o Autism increase: 172%
o Approximately 1 in 70 Boys
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WHAT CAUSES AUTISM?
There is no known single cause for autism, but it is generally accepted that it is caused by
abnormalities in brain structure or function. Brain scans show differences in the shape
and structure of the brain in autistic versus non-autistic children. Researchers are
investigating a number of theories, including the link between heredity, genetics and
medical problems. In many families, there appears to be a pattern of autism or related
disabilities, further supporting a genetic basis to the disorder. While no one gene has been
identified as causing autism, researchers are searching for irregular segments of genetic
code that autistic children may have inherited. It also appears that some children are born
with a susceptibility to autism, but researchers have not yet identified a single "trigger"
that causes autism to develop.
Other researchers are investigating the possibility that under certain conditions, a cluster
of unstable genes may interfere with brain development resulting in autism. Still other
researchers are investigating problems during pregnancy or delivery as well as
environmental factors such as viral infections, metabolic imbalances, and exposure to
environmental chemicals.
Autism tends to occur more frequently than expected among individuals who have certain
medical conditions, including Fragile X syndrome, tuberous sclerosis, congenital rubella
syndrome, and untreated phenylketonuria (PKU). Some harmful substances ingested
during pregnancy also have been associated with an increased risk of autism. Early in
2002, The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) prepared a literature
review of hazardous chemical exposures and autism and found no compelling evidence
for an association; however, there was very limited research and more needs to be done.
The question of a relationship between vaccines and autism continues to be debated. In a
2001 investigation by the Institute of Medicine, a committee concluded that the
"evidence favors rejection of a causal relationship.... between MMR vaccines and autistic
spectrum disorders (ASD)." The committee acknowledged, however, that "they could not
rule out" the possibility that the MMR vaccine could contribute to ASD in a small number
of children. While other researchers agree the data does not support a link between the
MMR and autism, more research is clearly needed.
Whatever the cause, it is clear that children with autism and PDD are born with the
disorder or born with the potential to develop it. It is not caused by bad parenting. Autism
is not a mental illness. Children with autism are not unruly kids who choose not to
behave. Furthermore, no known psychological factors in the development of the child
have been shown to cause autism.
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National Resources
Autism Society
4340 East-West Hwy
Suite 350
Bethesda, MD 20814
(800) 328- 8476
(301) 657- 0881
www.autism-society.org
Information and referral, “Advocate” newsletter, nationwide chapter network, annual
national conference on autism, government relations, mail order bookstore.
Autism Research Institute
4182 Adams Avenue
San Diego, CA 92116
(866)366-3361
(619) 281-7165
www.autism.com/autism
The Autism Research Institute (ARI), a non-profit organization, was established in 1967.
For more than 40 years, ARI has devoted its work to conducting research, and to
disseminating the results of research, on the triggers of autism and on methods of
diagnosing and treating autism. We provide research-based information to parents and
professionals around the world.
MAPPS Services, Inc.
P.O. Box 524
Crown Point, IN 46307
(219) 662-1311
[email protected]
www.maapservices.org
MAAP Services for Autism and Asperger Syndrome is a nonprofit organization dedicated
to providing information and advice to families of More advanced individuals with Autism,
Asperger syndrome, and Pervasive developmental disorder (PDD).
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National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities
NICHCY
P.O. Box 1492
Washington, DC 20013
(800) 695-0285
[email protected]
www.nichcy.org
National central source of information on disabilities in children and research-based
information on effective educational practices.
Autism Source
Autism Society’s on-line referral database.
www.autismsource.org
Search nationwide autism-related services and supports by location or service type.
Autism Source, created in 2004, is the most comprehensive database of its kind. ASA
strives to offer only credible and reliable resources to our constituents, therefore we
have employed our nationwide network of chapters and collaborated with other autism
organizations and professionals throughout the U.S. It is because of these collaborative
relationships that Autism Source continues to grow and is kept current with
comprehensive resource listings.
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Louisiana State Department of Education
Department of Education
P.O. Box 94064
Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9064
225-342-2724
1-800-256-2766
Division Director
Division of Special Populations
Louisiana State Department of Education
P.O. Box 94064
Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9064
225-342-3633
Inclusion Education/IEP/IDEA
Division of Special Populations
Department of Education
P.O. Box 94064
Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9064
225-343-6110
Programs for children with disabilities
Ages 3 Through 5
Preschool Programs, Special Populations
LA Dept. of Education
(225) 342-1190
Robyn Hargrave
State Supervisor for Autism
Louisiana State Department of Education
Division of Education Improvement and
Assistance
P.O. Box 94064
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70804-4064
(225)342-0520
(225)342-5880 (FAX)
[email protected]
State Education Agency - Rural
Dept. of Education – Special Education
P.O. Box 599
Rayville, LA 71269
Programs for Infants & Toddlers with
Disabilities Ages Birth to Three (3)
Division of Special Populations
Department of Education
Infant/Toddler Program
P.O. Box 94064
Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9064
225-342-3730
State Coordinator of Vocational Education
For students with disabilities
division of Student Standards and Assessment
LA Department of Education
P.O. Box 94064
Baton Rouge, LA 70804
(225) 342-3406
More information: 1-800-4MyChild (1-800-469-2445)
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LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION REGIONAL EDUCATION
SERVICE CENTERS (RESC)
Region I – Jefferson, Orleans, Plaquemines, St.
Bernard, St. Charles
Region V – Allen, Beauregard, Calcasieu,
Cameron, Jefferson Davis
nd
314 Broad St. 2 Floor
Lake Charles, LA 70601
337-491-2949
337-491-2948 Fax
8348 Highway 23
Belle Chasse, LA 70037
504-219-4700
504-393-5837 Fax
Region VI – Avoyelles, Grant, LaSalle,
Natchitoches, Rapides, Sabine, Vernon,
Winn
Region II – East Baton Rouge, East Feliciana,
Iberville, Livingston, Pointe Coupee,
St. Helena, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa,
Washington, West Baton Rouge,
West Feliciana, City of Bogalusa
Northwestern State University
Teacher Education Center
Pod C Room 247
Tarlton Dr.
Natchitoches, LA 71497
318-357-6681
318-357-5552
Southeastern La University
SLU 10528
Hammond, LA 70402
985-549-2084
985-549-2864 Fax
Region VII – Bienville, Bossier, Caddo, Claiborne,
DeSoto, Red River, Webster
Region III – Ascension, Assumption, Lafourche,
St. James, St. John, St. Mary,
Terrebonne
8675 Youree Dr.
Shreveport, LA 71115
318-797-0728
800-256-7777
Nicholls State University
P.O. Box 2037
Thibodaux, LA 70310
985-448-4313
985-448-4120 Fax
Region IV – Acadia, Evangeline,
Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin,
Vermilion
Region VIII – Caldwell, Catahoula, Concordia,
East Carroll, Franklin, Jackson,
Lincoln,
Madison,
Morehouse,
Ouachita, Richland, Tensas, Union,
West Monroe, City of Monroe
Iberia,
P.O. Box 1616
West Monroe, LA 71294-1616
318-325-0451
318-323-6721 Fax
1405 W. Pinhook Rd.
Suite 102
Lafayette, LA 70503
337-262-1482
337-262-5210 Fax
Adminstrative Unit Regional Education Service
Center
LA Department of Education
225-342-4052
225-342-4388 Fax
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Louisiana State Government Agencies
LOUISIANA STATE RESOURCES
GOVERNOR
P.O. Box 94004
Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9004
225-342-7015
Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities:
The Office of Citizens with Developmental Disabilities OCDD is an office of the Louisiana
Department of Health and Hospitals. OCDD provides services through eight (8)
Community Services Regional Offices. OCDD is also responsible for the administration and
supervision of nine (9) developmental centers and thirteen (13) associated community
homes.
Services available though OCDD include:

Support Coordination – to assist individuals to obtain OCDD services or services
available in their community.

Individual and Family Support – Supports are tailored to enable the family to
maintain their family member with a developmental disability in the home. This
may include dental or medical services, respite care, recreation, transportation,
personal care services, equipment and supplies, counseling services, crisis
intervention, parent education and training.

Cash Subsidy – A flat monthly stipend is provided to families of children aged birth
through seventeen (17) with severe developmental disabilities.

Vocational and Habilitative Services – services include supported employment,
group models of community-based work, facility-based work and habilitative
services, daily life skills, behavior management.

Early Intervention – Community-based services are provided to individuals aged
birth to thirty-six (36) months. Services may include family training, counseling
and home visits, speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, physical
therapy, psychological services, and social work services.

Supported Living – An array of residential settings are designed to allow recipients
to acquire the skills necessary to live as independently as possible.

Extended Family Living – Substitute family care in the home of non-related
individuals is provided.

ICF/MR – Intermediate Care Facilities for the Mentally Retarded are offered.
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Definition of Developmental Disability Eligibility
Requirements
A severe, chronic disability that is:

Attributable to
o Mental retardation, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, or autism or;
o Any other condition, other than mental illness, found to be closely related
to mental retardation, because this conditions results in impairment of
general intellectual functioning or adaptive behavior similar to that of
mentally retarded persons, or requires treatment or service similar to
those required for these persons.

Manifested before the person reaches age 22

Likely to continue indefinitely

Results in substantial functional limitations in three or more of the following areas
of major life activities:
o
o
o
o
o
o
Self-care
Understanding and use of language
Learning
Mobility
Self-direction
Capacity for independent living
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To access services, contact your Regional OCDD Office:
REGION I includes Orleans, St. Bernard,
Plaquemines
REGION II includes Ascension, East Baton
Rouge, East Feliciana, Iberville, Pointe
Coupee, West Baton Rouge, West Feliciana
Office for Citizens with Developmental
Disabilities
1010 Common St., Suite 550
New Orleans, LA 70112
(504) 599-0245
Capital Area Human Services District/
Developmental Disabilities
(225) 922-2700
4615 Governments Street #2
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
REGION III includes Assumption,
Lafourche, St. Charles, St. James, St.
John, Terrebonne, St. Mary
REGION IV includes Acadia, Evangeline,
Iberia, Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin,
Vermilion
Office for Citizens with Developmental
Disabilities
690 W. First Street
Thibodeaux, LA 70301
(985) 449-5167
Office for Citizens with Developmental
Disabilities
214 Jefferson St., Suite 301
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 262-5610
REGION V includes Allen, Beauregard,
Calcasieu, Cameron, Jefferson Davis
REGION VI includes Avoyelles, Catahoula,
Concordia, Grant, LaSalle, Rapides, Vernon,
Winn
Office for Citizens with Development
Disabilities
3501 5th Avenue, Suite C-2
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 475-8045
Office for Citizens with Development
Disabilities
429 Murray St., Suite B
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 484-2347
REGION VII includes Bienville, Caddo,
Webster, Sabine, Claiborne, Red River,
Natchitoches, DeSoto
REGION VIII includes East Carroll, West
Carroll, Caldwell, Franklin, Jackson,
Morehouse, Ouachita, Union, Richland,
Madison, Lincoln, Tensas
Office for Citizens with Developmental
Disabilities
3018 Old Minden Road, Suite 1211
Bossier City, LA 71112
(318) 741-7455
Office for Citizens with Developmental
Disabilities
1222 St. John St., Room 343
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 363-3396
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REGION IX includes Tangipahoa, St.
Tammany*, Livingston, Washington, St,
Helena
REGION X includes Jefferson
Office for Citizens with Developmental
Disabilities (OCDD)
835 Pride Drive
Hammond, LA 70401
(985) 543-4730
Jefferson Parish Human Services
Authority/ Office for Citizens with
Developmental Disabilities
3101 W. Napoleon Ave., Suite S140
Metairie, LA 70001
(504) 838-5357
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Children’s Special Health Services
Provides diagnostic and treatment services for eligible children who have certain chronic physical illnesses
or serious disabilities causing (or likely to cause) impairments that could significantly limit major life
activities. Services provided may include medical evaluation, parent counseling, speech therapy,
occupational therapy, and genetic service. To access these services, contact your local parish health unit.
REGIONAL OFFICES:
REGION I includes Orleans, St. Bernard,
Plaquemines
REGION II includes Ascension, East Baton Rouge,
East Feliciana, Iberville, Pointe Coupee, West Baton
Rouge, West Feliciana
Children’s Special Health Services
200 Henry Clay Ave., Room 214
New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 896-1340
Children’s Special Health Services
th
353 N. 12 Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 342-4713
REGION III includes Assumption, Lafourche, St.
Charles, St. James, St. John, Terrebonne, St. Mary*
REGION IV includes Acadia, Evangeline, Iberia,
Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin, Vermilion
Children’s Special Health Services
253 Veterans Blvd.
Thibodeaux, LA 70301
(985) 447-0896
Children’s Special Health Services
220 W. Willow St. Bld. A
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 262-5616
REGION V includes Allen, Beauregard, Calcasieu,
Cameron, Jefferson Davis
REGION VI includes Avoyelles, Catahoula,
Concordia, Grant, LaSalle, Rapides, Vernon, Winn
Children’s Special Health Services
707A Prien Lake Road
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 475-8742
Children’s Special Health Services
5604 A Colliseum Blvd.
Alexandria, LA 71301
(318) 487-5282
REGION VII includes Bienville, Caddo, Webster,
Sabine, Claiborne, Red River, Natchitoches, DeSoto
REGION VIII includes East Carroll, West Carroll,
Caldwell, Franklin, Jackson, Morehouse, Ouachita,
Union, Richland, Madison, Lincoln*, Tensas
Children’s Special Health Services
1035 Creswell Avenue
Shreveport, LA 71101
(318) 676-7488
Children’s Special Health Services
2913 DeSiarz St.
Monroe, LA 70201
(318) 362-5486
REGION IX includes Tangipahoa, St. Tammany*,
Livingston, Washington, St., Helena
REGION X includes Jefferson*
Children’s Special Health Services
P.O. Box 310
Greensburg, LA 70441
(225) 222-4593
*If you live in this parish and your child is served by
Children’s Special Health Services, your regional
office is as follows: Jefferson and St. Tammany
parishes use the Region I office in New Orleans; St.
Mary parish uses the region IV office in Lafayette;
Lincoln parish uses the Region VII office in
Shreveport.
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Early Steps
The program, run through DHH’s Office of Public Health, helps children birth to age three and
their families. Early Steps aims to help children who have conditions that might lead to a disability
and also helps children who appear to have cognitive, physical, communication, social, emotional
or behavioral developmental delays.
Early Steps offers special services tailored to each family that help stimulate each child and
enhance his or her development. The Early Steps program will run a statewide ad campaign from
Dec. 29 through Feb. 4 to let parents and families know about the program and offer them more
information.
For more information on the Early Steps program, please contact the Early Steps office at (504)
599-1072
or
visit
the
program
Web
site
at
http://oph.dhh.state.la.us/childrensspecial/earlyinterventionservices/index.html.
EarlySteps is Louisiana's Early Intervention System under the Individuals with Disabilities
Education Act, Part C. 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.
What
Services
Are
Provided
for
EarlySteps?
EarlySteps services are designed to improve the family's capacity to enhance their child's
development. These services are provided in the child's natural environment, such as the child's
home, place of daycare, or any other community setting typical for children aged birth to 3 years
(36 months
Services include
Assistive technology
Audiology
Health Services (family education, assistance with other
Early Steps services only)
Medical Services (for evaluation only)
Nutrition Services
Occupational Therapy Services
Physical Therapy Services
Psychological Services
Service Coordination
Social Work Services
Special Instruction
Speech Language Pathology
Transportation (to and from an Early Steps service only)
Translation Interpreter Services
(foreign language and sign language)
Vision Services
http://www.dhh.louisiana.gov/offices/?ID=334
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Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities
Early Steps System Points of Entry (SPOE)--Referrals
DHH
Region
SPOE
Parish
Contractor-Information
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Easter Seals of Louisiana
Orleans, St. Bernard,
Plaquemines
Rebecca Baas, Program Director
1010 Common Suite 2000
New Orleans, LA 70112
Phone (504) 595-3408
Fax (504) 595-3158
Toll Free: (877) 595-3408
Email: [email protected]
2
Southeast Louisiana Area
Health Education Center
East Baton Rouge, West
Baton Rouge, East Feliciana,
West Feliciana, Pointe
Coupee, Iberville, Ascension
Brian Jakes Jr., Program Manager
3060 Teddy Drive Suite A
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Phone (225) 925-2426
Toll Free 1-866-925-2426
Fax (225) 925-1370
E-mail: [email protected]
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Southeast Louisiana Area
Health Education Center
Assumption, St. John, St.
Charles, St. James,
Terrebonne, Lafourche, St.
Mary
Brian Jakes Jr., Program Manager
602 Parish Road
Thibodaux, LA 70301
Phone (985) 447-6550
Toll Free 1-866-891-9044
Fax (985) 447-6513 or (866)897-9044
E-mail: [email protected]
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First Steps Referral and
Consulting LLC
Lafayette, Iberia, St. Martin,
Vermillion, St. Landry,
Evangeline, Acadia
Mary F. Hockless, CEO
134 East Main Street, Suite 4
New Iberia, LA 70560
Phone (337) 359-8748
Toll Free 1-866-494-8900
Fax (337) 359-8747
E-mail: [email protected]
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First Steps Referral and
Consulting LLC
Beauregard, Jefferson Davis,
Allen, Cameron, Calcasieu
Mary F. Hockless, CEO
134 East Main Street, Suite 4
New Iberia, LA 70560
Phone (337) 359-8748
Toll Free 1-866-494-8900
Fax (337) 359-8747
E-mail: [email protected]
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Families Helping Families
at the Crossroads of
Louisiana
Vernon, Rapides, Winn,
Grant, LaSalle, Catahoula,
Concordia, Avoyelles
Teresa Harmon, Program Supervisor
2840 Military Highway Suite B
Pineville, LA 71360
Phone (318) 640-7078
Toll Fee 1-866-445-7672
Fax (318) 640-5799
E-mail: [email protected]
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Families Helping Families
at the Crossroads of
Louisiana
Caddo, Bossier, Webster,
Claiborne, Bienville,
Natchitoches, Sabine,
DeSoto, Red River
Rebecca Thornton, Program Supervisor
2620 Centenary Blvd. Bldg. 2 Suite 249
Shreveport, LA 71104
Phone (318) 226-8038
Toll Free 1-866-676-1695
Fax (318) 425-8295
E-mail: [email protected]
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DHH
Region
SPOE
Parish
Contractor-Information
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Easter Seals of Louisiana
Ouachita, Union, Jackson,
Lincoln, Caldwell,
Morehouse, West Carroll,
East Carroll, Richland,
Franklin, Tensas, Madison
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Southeast Louisiana Area
Health Education Center
St.Tammany, Livingston, St.
Helena, Tangipahoa,
Washington
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Southeast Louisiana Area
Health Education Center
Jefferson
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Peyton Fisher, Director
1107 Hudson Lane, Suite B
Monroe, LA 71201
Phone (318) 322-4788
Toll Free 1-877-322-4788
Fax (318) 322-1549
Email: [email protected]
Brian Jakes Jr., Program Manager
1302 J.W. Davis Drive
Hammond, LA 70403
Phone (985) 429- 1252
Toll Free 1-866-640-0238
Fax (985) 429-1613
Email: [email protected]
Brian Jakes, Jr., Program Manager
1321 26th St.
Kenner, LA 70026
Phone (504) 496-0165
Fax (504) 496-0167
Toll Free 1-866-296-0718
Email: [email protected]
mEDICAID
For a listing of specialists (including dentists) in your area who are enrolled and active in
the Medicaid programs, call toll-free:
1-877-455-9955
Support Coordination (Case Management) Services - New Opportunities Waiver
(NOW)
HOW TO ACCESS: Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities, Waiver Supports
and Services (1-866-783-5553)
Complaints Line:
(1-800-660-0488)
ELIGIBILITY: Medicaid recipients.
Contact: 225-922-1542 or 800-834-3333
Recipient must be in the NOW Waiver.
There is a Request for Services Registry (RFSR) for those requesting waiver services. To
get on the Request for Services Registry, call the Office for Citizens with Developmental
Disabilities District/Authority/Local Regional Office.
COVERED SERVICES:
Coordination of Medicaid and other services. The Support Coordinator (Case Manager)
helps to identify needs, access services and coordinate care.
Services available through the waiver are identified in specific waiver sections on this Web
site.
COMMENTS: Services must be prior authorized by DHH, Office for Citizens with
Developmental Disabilities, Waiver Supports and Services. The provider will submit
requests for the Prior Authorization.
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Medicaid – Louisiana Waivers
The following is a list of all Louisiana 1915(c) Waivers by name - complete with a description,
contact information and web link.
Waiver target group: MR/DD
Waiver name: MR/DD Children's Choice
Description: This waiver allows MR/DD children aged 18 and younger who currently live at home
or will leave an institution to return home to remain living at home and in the community.
Services offered under this waiver include: family support, family training, center-based respite,
environmental accessibility adaptations, and emergency response.
Contact Information:
MR/DD Children's Choice contact information
State waiver website:
MR/DD Children's Choice website
Program Data: No data available for this waiver in 2008.
Waiver name: New Opportunities Waiver (NOW)
Description: This waiver allows MR/DD persons aged 3+ who meet the ICF/MR level of care (and
whose MR/DD manifested prior to the age of 22) to remain living at home and in the community.
Services offered under this waiver include: environmental accessibility modification, specialized
medical equipment and supplies, residential habilitation, supervised independent living,
emergency response, and skilled nursing service.
Contact Information:
New Opportunities Waiver (NOW) contact information
State waiver website:
New Opportunities Waiver (NOW) website
Program Data: No data available for this waiver in 2008.
Waiver target group: Aged/Disabled
Waiver name: Adult Day Health Care (ADHC)
Description: This waiver allows physically disabled persons aged 22+ who meet the nursing facility
level of care to remain living at home and in the community. Services offered under this waiver
include: adult day health care, health services, direct care services, social services, nutrition and
transportation.
Contact Information:
(866) 758-5035
State waiver website:
Adult Day Health Care (ADHC) website
Program Data:
Adult Day Health Care (ADHC) 2004 participant data
Adult Day Health Care (ADHC) 2004 expenditure data
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Waiver name: Elderly & Disabled Adults (E/DA)
Description: This waiver allows the elderly and disabled who meet the nursing facility level of care
to remain living at home and in the community. Services offered under this waiver include:
personal care attendant, case management, household supports, personal supervision,
environmental modifications and transitional services.
Contact Information:
(866) 758-5035
State waiver website:
Elderly & Disabled Adults (E/DA) website
Program Data:
Elderly & Disabled Adults (E/DA) 2004 participant data
Elderly & Disabled Adults (E/DA) 2004 expenditure data
Waiver target group: Disabled/Physically Disabled
Waiver name: Personal Care Attendant (PCA)
Description: This waiver provides personal care assistance to persons with physical disabilities
aged 18-55 who meet the nursing facility level of care and need at least 14 hours of PCA per week
so that they may remain living at home and in the community.
Contact Information:
(222) 342-2777
State waiver website:
Personal Care Attendant (PCA) website
Program Data:
Personal Care Attendant (PCA) 2004 participant data
Personal Care Attendant (PCA) 2004 expenditure data
Medicaid Waiver Complaint Line:
800-660-0488
Medicaid Abuse Line:
800-488-2917
Medicaid Waiver Waiting List Information Line
800-660-0488
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Louisiana Dental Medicaid
Dental Services in Louisiana's Public Health Coverage Programs
Louisiana Medicaid and the Louisiana Children's Health Insurance Program (LaCHIP) are sponsored
by the federal government and administered by states that is intended to provide health care and
health-related services to low-income individuals. In Louisiana, Medicaid is administered through
the Department of Health and Hospitals (DHH). For more information on each of the programs,
including information on services covered
1-877-455-9955
Medicaid Dental Services: Contact for all ages: 225-342-9403
The state of Louisiana does have the following programs related to Medicaid dental services:
• The Early Periodic Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) Program is the child health
component of Medicaid. The EPSDT Dental Program provides coverage of certain diagnostic;
preventive; restorative; endodontic; periodontal; removable prosthodontic; maxillofacial
prosthetic; oral and maxillofacial surgery; orthodontic; and adjunctive general services. Specific
policy guidelines apply.
• Adult Denture Program - Medicaid recipients 21 years of age and older. Dentures, denture
relines, and denture repairs are covered under this program, as well as examination and x-rays in
conjunction with the construction of a Medicaid-authorized denture.
• Expanded Dental Services for Pregnant Women (EDSPW) - Exam; Radiographs (x-rays);
Prophylaxis (cleaning); certain restorative services when the location of the cavity to be restored is
in an area that impacts the gum tissue and affects the periodontal health of the woman; certain
periodontal services; and certain oral and maxillofacial surgery services. The individual must
be: 1) Medicaid eligible for full benefits*; 2) age 21 through 59; 3) pregnant and have an original
BHSF Form 9-M completed by the medical professional providing pregnancy care. Eligibility for
the EDSPW Program ends at the conclusion of the pregnancy. The recipient must be pregnant
on each date of service to be eligible for EDSPW Program services.
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Louisiana Vocational/Rehabilitative Services – Regional Offices
NEW ORLEANS REGION
LAKE CHARLES REGION V
6620 Riverside Drive, Suite 101
Metairie, LA 70003
(504) 838-5180 (office)
(504) 483-5413 (fax)
1(800) 737-2957
Parishes Served: Jefferson, Orleans,
Plaquemines, St. Bernard, St. Charles, St. James,
St. John, St. Tammany
3616 Kirkman St.
Lake Charles, LA 70607-3006
Voice or TDD: (337) 475-8038
1-800-520-0589
Parishes Served: Allen, Beauregard, Calcasieu,
Cameron, Jefferson Davis
ALEXANDRIA REGION VI
BATON ROUGE REGION II
900 Murray Street, Suite H-100
Alexandria, LA 71301
Voice or TDD: (318) 487-5335
1-800-520-0578
Parishes Served: Avoyelles, Catahoula, Concordia,
Grant, LaSalle, Rapides, Vernon, Winn
3651 Cedarcrest Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70816-4010
Voice or TDD: (225) 295-8900
1-800-737-2959
Parishes Served: Ascension,
East Baton Rouge, East Feliciana,
Iberville, Livingston, Pointe Coupee,
St. Helena, Tangipahoa, Washington,
West Baton Rouge, West Feliciana
SHREVEPORT REGION
1525 Fairfield, Suite 708
Shreveport, LA 71101-4303
Voice or TDD: (318) 676-7155
1-800-737-2966 Fax: (318) 676-7176
Parishes Served: Bienville, Bossier, Caddo,
Claiborne, DeSoto, Lincoln, Natchitoches, Red
River, Sabine, Webster
THIBODAUX REGIONAL OFFICE III
III1442 Tiger Drive
Thibodaux, LA 70301-4337
(985) 447-0809 (office)
1(800) 590-5762
MONROE REGION
Parishes Served: Assumption,
Lafourche, Terrebonne
122 St. John Street, Room 311
Monroe, LA 71201-7386
Voice or TDD: (318) 362-3232
1-800-737-2973
Parishes Served: Caldwell, East Carroll, Franklin,
Jackson, Madison, Morehouse, Ouachita,
Richland, Tensas, Union, West Carroll
LAFAYETTE REGION IV
825 Kaliste Saloom Rd.
Brandywine VI, Suite 350
Lafayette, LA 70508-4285
Voice or TDD: (337) 262-5353,
1-800-520-0587
Parishes served: Acadia, Evangeline,
Iberia, Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin
St. Mary, Vermilion
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LACHIP
La CHIP stands for "Louisiana Children's Health Insurance Program." If your child is
younger than 19 and does not have health insurance, he or she could get La CHIP to
pay for seeing a doctor.
La CHIP covers care at a hospital, prescription drugs and shots, too!
The only way to know if your child can have La CHIP
is to apply. Click the apple to download an application for La CHIP or call 1-8772LaCHIP (1-877-252-2447) to have us mail an application to your home.
Community Care
Community CARE is a comprehensive health delivery system, which links Medicaid
recipients to a Primary Care Physician (PCP). The PCP manages the care of each
Community CARE enrollee by providing health education, preventive care, and acute
care and refers the enrollee to specialists when needed.
Community CARE Nurses Hotline - (866) 529-1681
In writing: (Providers or Enrollees)
Community CARE
5700 Florida Boulevard 10th Floor
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
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Office of Mental Health
The Office of Mental Health provides individual, group, and family therapy to adults
and children who are determined eligible for services. Fees are assessed according
to a sliding-scale and is income-sensitive.
To access these services, contact your local regional office.
REGIONAL OFFICES:
REGION I includes Orleans, St. Bernard,
Plaquemines
REGION II includes Ascension, East Baton
Rouge, East Feliciana, Iberville, Pointe
Coupee, West Baton Rouge, West Feliciana
Office of Mental Health
136 South Roman St., 2nd Floor
New Orleans, LA 70112
(504) 903-9730
Office of Mental Health
c/o Baton Rouge Mental Health
(225) 925-1906
REGION III includes Assumption,
Lafourche, St. Charles, St. James, St. John,
Terrebonne, St. Mary
REGION IV includes Acadia, Evangeline,
Iberia, Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin,
Vermilion
Office of Mental Health
c/o Terrebonnes Mental Health
500 Legion Avenue
Houma, LA 70364
(985) 857-3615
Office of Mental Health
c/o Acadiana Mental Health
302 Dulles Dr.
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 262-4100
REGION V includes Allen, Beauregard,
Calcasieu, Cameron, Jefferson Davis
REGION VI includes Avoyelles, Catahoula,
Concordia, Grant, LaSalle, Rapides,
Vernon, Winn
REGION VII includes Bienville, Caddo,
Webster, Sabine, Claiborne, Red River,
Natchitoches, DeSoto
REGION VIII includes East Carroll, West
Carroll, Caldwell, Franklin, Jackson,
Morehouse, Ouachita, Union, Richland,
Madison, Lincoln, Tensas
Office of Mental Health
c/o Monroe Mental Health
4800 S. Grand St.
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 363-3339
Office of Mental Health
c/o Shreveport Mental Health
1310 N. Hearne Avenue
Shreveport, LA 71107
(318) 676-5111
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REGION IX includes Tangipahoa, St.
Tammany, Livingston, Washington, St,
Helena
REGION X includes Jefferson
Office of Mental Health
c/o Lurline Smith Mental Health
900 Wilkinson St.
Mandeville, LA 70448
(985) 624-4450
East Jefferson Mental Health
3101 W. Napoleon Ave., Suite 1000
Metairie, LA 70001
(504) 838-5257
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Louisiana Social Services Family Supports
Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
For more information on the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) and other services
available through the Office of Family Support, call 1-888-LAHELPU (1-888-524-3578).
What is the Child Care Assistance Program?
The Child Care Assistance program helps low-income families to pay for the child care
they need while working, looking for work, attending school or training. Monthly
payments are based on the number of hours the parents work, look for work, or attend
school or training, the amount charged by the child care provider, family size and
household income. Parents can select any Class A child care center, school-based
before and after school program, registered family child day care home, or in-home
provider.
Do you Qualify for Child Care Assistance?
1. Are you responsible for paying child care costs for a child under 13, or a disabled child under
18, who lives with you?
2. Do you, your spouse, and any other parents of children who live in your home, work or attend
an educational or training program, or need child care assistance to look for work? If not
participating in one or a combination of these activities, do these persons receive disability
income?
3. Is your household's monthly gross earned income (before any deductions from paycheck) and
unearned income less than the amount listed below for your household size?
2 persons-$2378 4 persons-$3497 6 persons-$4616 8 persons-$4826
3 persons-$2937 5 persons-$4056 7 persons-$4721 9 persons-$4931
If you answered YES to all of the above questions, you may be eligible for child care assistance
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Non-Profit resources
Access to Meaningful Employment, Inc.
(ACME, Inc.)
Eva M. Belcas, M.H.S, C.R.C. – Exc. Dir.
3801 N. Causeway Blvd.
Metairie, LA 70002
(504) 833-7291
(504) 833-7295 FAX
ACME, Inc. provides employment services to individuals with disabilities in New Orleans,
Jefferson Parish, St. Charles Parish, Mandeville, and Covington. ACME, Inc. has provided
employment services since 1988 and has secured 500+ positions for persons seeking entry level,
Para-professional and professional positions within their communities. ACME, Inc. is a licensed
vendor of the Department of Social Services. Their referral base includes individuals eligible for
services through LA Rehabilitation Services, the Medicaid Waiver, Jefferson Parish Human
Services Authority, and Office of Citizens with Developmental Disabilities.
Family and Youth Counseling Agency
220 Louie Street
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 436-9533
The Autism Support Program promotes access and opportunities for persons within the autism
spectrum and their families to be fully included, participating members of their communities.
The program will promote positive social support by offering case management, counseling,
education, training, public awareness, and leisure activities.
St. Mary’s Residential Training Facility
P.O. Drawer 7768
Alexandria, LA 71306
(318) 445-6443
St. Mary’s is a residential care and training center serving children and young adults diagnosed
with mental retardation, developmental disabilities, autism, Cornelia de Lange, Downs
Syndrome, cerebral palsy, hydrocephaly, microcephaly, speech and language impairments,
motor impairments, sensory integration deficits, pica, and seizures. We accept as residents
people between the ages of 3 and 21 who are ambulatory.Services: Social Services, Self-Help
and
Independent
Skills
Training,
Speech/Language
Services,Special
Services,
Educational
Services,
Nursing/Health
Care,
Nutritional
Services,
Psychological
Services,
Applied Behavior Analysis, Recreational Activities.
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The Chartwell Center
4239 Camp Street
New Orleans, LA 70115
504-899-2478
[email protected]
www.chartwellcenter.us
Educational services for children with autism ages 3 – 12. Training and workshops for
professionals and families. Monthly parent support group. Internship placement for
students interested in students with autism.
Saint Nicolas Center for Early Intervention
519 Clarence Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601
PH. 337-656-2561
[email protected]
Applied Behavior Analysis therapy for children Training on principles of ABA to parents,
educators and caregivers.
Speech and Hearing Foundation **Watch for the new EMERGE CENTER 2014
535 W Roosevelt St Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 343-4232
www.brshf.org
audiology and Hearing Services, Group & Individual Speech Therapy for children,
Comprehensive Communication Therapy for children with ASD
Mercy Family Services
New Orleans Location
4001 General De Gaul
Suite H
New Orleans, LA 70114
(504) 356-2590
Mandeville Location
1445 West Causway
Mandeville, LA 70471
(985)727-7993
Child and Adolescent outpatient behavioral health clinic.
monitoring, behavioral consultation.
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Metairie Location
110 Veterans Hwy
Suite 425
Metairie, LA 70005
(504)838-8283
Testing, counseling, medication
FAMILIES HELPING FAMILIES RESOURCE CENTERS OF LOUISIANA
www.fhfla.org
Region 1 & 10 – Orleans, Plaquemines, St. Bernard, Jefferson Parishes
Families Helping Families of Greater New Orleans
4323 Division St., Suite 110
Metairie, LA 70002
504-888-9111 or 1-800-766-7736
504-888-0246 Fax
Email – [email protected]
Region 2 – Ascension, East Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, Iberville, Pointe Coupee,
West Baton Rouge, West Feliciana Parishes
Families Helping Families of Greater Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
225-216-7474 or 1-866-216-7474
225-216-7977 Fax
Email – [email protected]
Region 3 – Assumption, Lafourche, St. James, St. John, Terrebonne, St. Charles,
St. Mary Parishes
Bayou Land Families Helping Families
760 W. Tunnel Blvd., Suite B
Houma, LA 70360
985-879-2001 or 1-800-331-5570
985-879-2575 Fax
Email – [email protected]
Region 4 – Acadia, Evangeline, Iberia, Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin,
Vermilion Parishes
Families Helping Families of Acadiana
303 New Hope Rd.
Lafayette, LA 70506
337-984-3458 or 1-800-378-9854
337-984-3468 Fax
Email – [email protected]
Region 5 – Allen, Beauregard, Calcasieu, Jefferson Davis, Cameron Parishes
Families Helping Families of Southwest Louisiana
2927 Hodges St.
Lake Charles, LA 70601
337-436-2570 or 1-800-894-6558
337-436-2578 Fax
Email – [email protected]
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Region 6 – Avoyelles, Concordia, Catahoula, Grant, LaSalle, Rapides, Vernon,
Winn Parishes
Families Helping Families at the Crossroads of Louisiana
818 Main St., Suite A
Pineville, LA 71361
318-445-7900 or 1-800-259-7200
318-443-4547 Fax
Email – [email protected]
Region 7 – Bienville, Bossier, Caddo, DeSoto, Natchitoches, Red River, Claiborne,
Lincoln, Sabine, Webster Parishes.
Families Helping Families of Northwest Louisiana
2620 Centenary Blvd., Bldg. 2, Suite 231
Shreveport, LA 71104
318-221-0315 or 1-888-989-0315
318-221-0301 Fax
Email – [email protected]
Region 8 – Caldwell, East Carroll, Franklin, Jackson, Madison, Morehouse,
Ouachita, Righland, Tensas, Union, West Carroll Parishes
Families Helping Families of Northeast Louisiana
5200 Northeast Rd.
Monroe, LA 71203
318-361-0487 or 1-888-300-1320
318-361-0417 Fax
Email – [email protected]
Region 9 – St. Tammany, St. Helena, Livingston, Washington, Tangipahoa Parishes
Northshore Families Helping Families
111 North Madison
Covington, LA 70433
985-875-0511 or 1-800-383-8700
985-875-9979 Fax
CSHS 985-345-8300 or 1-877-537-8700
Email – [email protected]
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Louisiana Citizens for Action Now (LaCan)
LaCAN is a statewide grassroots network of individuals and families who have worked together
since 1988 advocating for a system that supports individuals to live in their own homes rather
than having to move to a facility to receive needed services. Regional LaCAN teams include
parents, individuals with disabilities, and parents. These members are notified by telephone
trees to contact state agency officials, legislators, or the Governor when necessary. LaCAN
provides information and support to individuals wishing to effectively advocate for the
expansion and improvement of community and family support services for people with
disabilities and their families through email updates, regional workshops, regional team leaders,
and personal contact. LaCAN does not provide support h ttp://www.lacanadvocates.org. or
1-800-922-3425.
Louisiana Assistive Technology Access Network (LaTan)
P.O. Box 14115
Baton Rouge, LA 70898-4115
(225) 925-9500
1-800-270-6185
The mission of LATAN is to collaborate with persons with disabilities and others to increase the
availability and utilization of assistive technology devices and services for all individuals with
disabilities in Louisiana.
Information and Parent Training – Project Prompt
4323 Division St., Suite 110 Metairie, LA 70002
(504) 888-9111 (800) 766-7736
A Statewide Parent Training and Information Center provide advocacy and training for
families who have school-aged children who receive special education and related
services.
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Private For Profit Resources:
Evaluators
Mollie Alarcon, Ed.D
Special Education
Oschner Clinic
1514 Jefferson Hwy.
New Orleans, LA 70123
(504) 842-3900
Louisiana State University
Psychological Services Center
Evaluation and Treatment Planning
236 Audubon Hall
Baton Rouge, LA 70803-5501
(225) 578-1494
Louisiana State University
Speech and Hearing Clinic
Evaluation and Preschool Intervention
163 Music & Dramatic Arts Bldg.
Baton Rouge, LA 70803
(225) 578-2545
Speech and Hearing Foundation
Evaluation and Preschool Intervention
535 W. Roosevelt
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 343-4232
Family Counseling
Elisa Banado Taylor, L.C.S.W.
10985 N. Harrell’s Ferry Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 752-5225
Specializing in Behavioral Issues for families
with atypical children.
Daniel Yeager, M.S.W.
Family Counseling Practice
205 W. Brentwood Blvd
Lafayette 70506
(318) 993-7927
Child and Family Therapy
Janet Buescher, LCSW
The Center for Child and Family Development
1203 Barrow Street
Houma, LA 70360
985-873-7221
Play Therapy, Behavior Management Techniques,
Developmental Therapy
Genetics
Harold Chen, M.D.
LSU Medical Center
1501 Kings Hwy.
Shreveport, LA 71103
(318) 675-6532
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Psychologists
Patricia Brockman, Ph.D.
Child & School Psychology
Ochsner Clinic
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70123
(504) 842-3900
Michelle Yetman, Ph.D.
8504 Line Avenue
Shreveport, LA 71106
(318) 865-7500
Luke S. Elliott, Jr. Ph.D.
Clinical Child Psychologist
119 Ridgeway Drive Suite B-1
Lafayette, LA 70503
337-984-7614
Ear Nose & Throat
Roy Fleniken, M.D.
1527 Doctor’s Drive
Bossier City, LA 71111
(318)746-8855
Robert F. Tarpy, M.D.
401 N. College Road
Lafayette 70506
(337) 233-7016
Steven Sewell, M.D.
Audiology
1022 Port Arthur Terrace
Leesville, LA 71446
(337) 392-1000
Family Practice
Stephanie F. Cave, M.D., F.A.A.F.P.
7777 Hennessy Blvd., Suite 101
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 767-7433
Richard Landry, M.D.
235 South Ryan Street
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 439-4000
DAN! Protocol Medical Doctor
J. Dean Stockstill
3510 Medical Park Drive
Monroe, LA 71203
(318) 323-7576
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Neurologists
James Kim, M.D.
Neurology
Specializes in Children with Brain and Nerve
Disorders
1801 Fairfield, Suite 402
Shreveport, LA 71101
(318) 227-2896
Children’s Clinic
Pediatrics and Neurology
2903 First Ave
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 478-6480
Dr. Stephen Deputy
Clinical Assistant Professor of Neurology
and Pediatrics
LSU and Children’s Hospital
200 Henry Clay Ave.
New Orleans, La 70118
Tel (504) 896-9319
Neuropsychology
Darren M. Strother, Ph.D.
Clinical Neuropsychologist
850 Kaliste Saloom Road
Suite 103, Lafayette, La 70508
337-235-5676
Services: Neuropsychological Evaluations, Psychoeducationaal Eval., Consultation, Identification
of treatment intervention
Ophthalmologists
Joyce R. Adema, O.D., M.B.A., F.C.O.V.D.
4124 General DeGaulle Drive
New Orleans, LA 70131
(504) 368-2020
Alan Richards, M.D.
836 Olive Street
Shreveport, LA 71104
(318) 222-8402
Donald Texada, M.D.
2515 Line Avenue
Shreveport, LA 71104
(318) 221-8646
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Pediatrics
Richard Calhoun, M.D.
Children’s Clinic
2903 First Avenue
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 478-6480
Foster Kordisch, M.D.
Children’s Clinic
2903 First Avenue
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 478-6480
Richard Doskey, M.D.
Pediatrics
9605 Jefferson Highway, Suite E.
River Ridge, LA 70123
(504) 738-1604
Stuart Landry, M.D.
Children’s Clinic
2903 First Avenue
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 478-6480
Bonita Dyess, M.D.
Pediatrics Plus
3401 Magnolia Cove
Monroe, LA 71291
(318) 325-6311
Donald Mack, M.D.
909 Olive Street
Shreveport, LA 71105
(318) 524-1717
Manoharr Manchandia, M.D.
2706 Shed Road
Bossier City, LA 71111
(318) 747-5272
Robert Funes, M.D.
12551 S. Harrell’s Ferry Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 293-9886
Keith Nabours, M.D.
3700 5th Avenue
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 474-1010
William Haynie, M.D.
Robert Haynie, M.D.
2225 Line Avenue
Shreveport, LA 71104
(318) 221-2225
Andrea Starrett, M.D.
Developmental Pediatrics
Oschner Clinic, Child Development Center
1514 Jefferson Highway
New Orleans, LA 70123
(504) 842-3900
Psychiatry
Institute for Neuropsychiatry
Dr. David Buttross Child Psychiatry
Dr. Kashinath Yadalam Adolescent Psychiatry
2829 Fourth Ave.
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 477-7091
Dr. Michael F. Glabus, PhD.
Associate Professor and Director
Laboratory f Biological Psychiatry,
LSU Health Sciences, Shreveport
318-675-6050
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Juliana Fort, MD
Associate Prof. of Psychiatry, LSUHSC-S
1501 Kings Hwy.
Shreveport, LA 71130
318-813-2450
[email protected]
Child and Adolescent Physiatrist
Asperger’s, Autism and Siblings
Speech – Language Pathology
Bridget Broussard
Angie Broussard
Speech Language Specialists, Inc.
100 Westmark Blvd., Suite A
Lafayette, LA 70503
(337) 989-7745
Lisa T. Suire, M.A. CCC-SLP
Kimberly M. Wardell, M.A., CCC-SLP
8676 Goodwood Blvd., Suite 108
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 930-0208
Sheran L. Samuel, M.A., CCC-SLP
8676 Goodwood Blvd., Suite 108
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 930-0208
Margaret S. Lewis, M.C.D., CCC-SLP
Speech Language Specialists, Inc.
100 Westmark Blvd., Suite A
Lafayette, LA 70503
(337) 989-9745
The Center for Therapy
2210 Line Avenue, Suite 102
Shreveport, LA 71104
(318) 227-9002
Suzanne S. Nadler, MA. CCC-SLP
8676 Goodwood Blvd., Suite 108
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 930-0208
Vicky Poston Roy, PhD CCC-SCP
Access to Better Communication
768 Chevelle Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 292-4138
John Oller, Jr.
USL Speech Department
P.O. Box 43170
(337) 482-6721
Lafayette, LA 70504
Abilities for Speech and Language
18268 Petroleum Ave.
Prairieville, LA
(225) 929-4138
Speech and Hearing Foundation **Watch for the new EMERGE CENTER 2014
535 W Roosevelt St Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 343-4232
www.brshf.org
audiology and Hearing Services, Group & Individual Speech Therapy for children,
Comprehensive Communication Therapy for children with ASD
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Attorneys
Leo Berggreen, Attorney
Spec. Ed. Law/Due Process
6161 Perkins Rd, Suite B
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 767-0496
Steven M. Jankower, attorney
Medicaid Planning
110 Exchange Place
Lafayette, LA 70503
(337) 289-1745
Occupational Therapy/ Physical Therapy
Killeen Arnold, O.T.
Sensory Integration Therapy/Occupational
Therapy
Rehabilitation Associates of Lafayette
701 Robby Dr.
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 981-0798
Scott Hollier, RPT
Craniosacral Treatment for Children with
autism
2645 South Dr.
Abbeville, LA 70510
(318) 893-3354
Calcacasieu Cameron Riding Center
Heather L. Gohmert-Dionne, LOTR,
Registered with the American Hippotherapy
Association
886 Landry Lane
Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 625-3972
Suzanne McMillian, LOTR
2210 Line Ave., Suite 102
Shreveport, LA 71104
(318) 227-9002
Crane Rehabilitation Center
Sharon Crane, L.O.T.R,. B.C.P.
101 River Road, Suite 112
Jefferson, LA 70121
(504) 828-7696
P.L.A.Y. Physical Therapy, L.L.C.
Gina Trisler. P.T.
Lynette D. Crain. P.T.A.
2210 Line Avenue, Suite 102
Shreveport, LA 71104
(318) 227-9002
Lynn Dumond, P.T.
103 W. Mark Blue Suite 4
Lafayette, LA 70501
(337) 988-4444
Freddie Ann Regan, P.T.
Certified in Sensory Integration Therapy
611 W. College St.
Lake Charles, LA 70605
(337) 477-8823
The Genesis Complex
886 Landry Lane
Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 625-3972
Tara Harvey-Gros, LOTR O.T.
2413 N. University
Lafayette, LA 70507
337-257-2688
Terri Wilton, LOTR, BCP
NeuroTherapy Specialists, Inc.
Occupational Therapy/Sensory Integration
(225) 926-1838
Services through Early Steps 0-3yrs and CP
Applied Behavior Analysis and Social Skills Therapy
Behavior Intervention Group
Cassie Bradford, Director
7222 Bluebonnet Boulevard
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 757-8002
ABA therapy sessions, social skills groups, preschool preparation and parent workshops
ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis)
Krista Bradford, BACBA (407)529-5316
Mandy Parteen, BACB, The Art in Me, 512 Metairie Rd., 481-7359
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McNeese Autism Program
Janice Huber, Director
225 Farrar Hill
Lake Charles, LA 70609
337-502-4246
519 Clarence Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601
PH. 337-656-2561
[email protected]
Applied Behavior Analysis therapy for children.
Training on principles of ABA to parents,
educators and caregivers.
ABA therapy, Social skills training
behavior analysis
Saint Nicolas Center for Early
Intervention
http://www.mcneese.edu/autism/mcneese_autism_program_006.htm
Auditory Integration Training
Susan B. Boudreaux,
Berard Trained AIT Practitioner
Hearing Retraining of Acadiana, Inc.
216 Colby Drive
Abbeville, LA 70510
Abilities for Speech and Language
Auditory Integration Training
18268 Petroleum Avenue
Prairieville, LA
(225) 929- 4138
Ashley Waguespack, MS, LOTR
Heather Harris, OTD, LOTR
Center for Pediatric Therapy
1713 Ridgefield Rd.
Thibodaux, LA 70301
985-449-0944
www.therapyforpeds.com
Ashley Waguespack, MS, LOTR
Heather Harris, OTD, LOTR
1713 Ridgefield Rd.
Thibodaux, LA 70301
(985) 449-0944
www.therapyforpeds.com
Horseback Riding and Hippo Therapy
Hair Salon
Gaitway Therapeutic Horsemanship
“ Snip Its”
6555 Pike Lane (office only)
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
225-766-1614
1655 Millerville Rd. #A
Baton Rouge, LA LA 70816-1347
(225)272-8766
Therapeutic horseback riding and hippotherapy
http://www.snipits.com/locations/baton-rouge-la
Pharmacies
New Drug Pharmacy
503 W. Sallier Street
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 436-7216
Dupis Pharmacy
Specializing in Vitamins and
natural remedies
134 S. Main Street
St. Martinville, LA 70682
(337) 394-3350
Children’s Clinic Pharmacy
2903 First Avenue
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 474-5492
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LAW and legal assistance
Facts about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 prohibits private employers, state and local
governments, employment agencies and labor unions from discriminating against qualified
individuals with disabilities in job application procedures, hiring, firing, advancement,
compensation, job training, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. The ADA
covers employers with 15 or more employees, including state and local governments. It also applies
to employment agencies and to labor organizations. The ADA’s nondiscrimination standards also
apply to federal sector employees under section 501 of the Rehabilitation Act, as amended, and it’s
implementing rules.
An individual with a disability is a person who:
Has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life
activities;
Has a record of such an impairment; or
Is regarded as having such an impairment.
A qualified employee or applicant with a disability is an individual who, with or without reasonable
accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the job in question. Reasonable
accommodation may include, but is not limited to:
Making existing facilities used by employees readily accessible to and usable by persons
with disabilities.
Job restructuring, modifying work schedules, reassignment to a vacant position;
Acquiring or modifying equipment or devices, adjusting or modifying examinations,
training materials, or policies, and providing qualified readers or interpreters.
An employer is required to make a reasonable accommodation to the known disability of a
qualified applicant or employee if it would not impose an “undue hardship” on the operation of the
employer’s business. Reasonable accommodations are adjustments or modifications provided by
an employer to enable people with disabilities to enjoy equal employment opportunities.
Accommodations vary depending upon the needs of the individual applicant or employee. Not all
people with disabilities (or even all people with the same disability) will require the same
accommodation. For example:
A deaf applicant may need a sign language interpreter during the job interview.
An employee with diabetes may need regularly scheduled breaks during the workday to
eat properly and monitor blood sugar and insulin levels.
A blind employee may need someone to read information posted on a bulletin board.
An employee with cancer may need leave to have radiation or chemotherapy treatments.
An employer does not have to provide a reasonable accommodation if it imposes an “undue
hardship.” Undue hardship is defined as an action requiring significant difficulty or expense when
considered in light of factors such as an employer’s size, financial resources, and the nature and
structure of its operation.
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An employer is not required to lower quality or production standards to make an accommodation;
nor is an employer obligated to provide personal use items such as glasses or hearing aids.
An employer generally does not have to provide a reasonable accommodation unless an individual
with a disability has asked for one. if an employer believes that a medical condition is causing a
performance or conduct problem, it may ask the employee how to solve the problem and if the
employee needs a reasonable accommodation. Once a reasonable accommodation is requested,
the employer and the individual should discuss the individual's needs and identify the appropriate
reasonable accommodation. Where more than one accommodation would work, the employer
may choose the one that is less costly or that is easier to provide.
Title I of the ADA also covers:
Medical
Examinations
and
Inquiries
Employers may not ask job applicants about the existence, nature, or severity of a
disability. Applicants may be asked about their ability to perform specific job functions. A
job offer may be conditioned on the results of a medical examination, but only if the
examination is required for all entering employees in similar jobs. Medical examinations of
employees must be job related and consistent with the employer’s business needs.
Medical records are confidential. The basic rule is that with limited exceptions, employers
must keep confidential any medical information they learn about an applicant or
employee. Information can be confidential even if it contains no medical diagnosis or
treatment course and even if it is not generated by a health care professional. For
example, an employee’s request for a reasonable accommodation would be considered
medical information subject to the ADA’s confidentiality requirements.
Drug
and
Alcohol
Abuse
Employees and applicants currently engaging in the illegal use of drugs are not covered by
the ADA when an employer acts on the basis of such use. Tests for illegal drugs are not
subject to the ADA’s restrictions on medical examinations. Employers may hold illegal drug
users and alcoholics to the same performance standards as other employees.
It is also unlawful to retaliate against an individual for opposing employment practices that
discriminate based on disability or for filing a discrimination charge, testifying, or participating in
any way in an investigation, proceeding, or litigation under the ADA.
Federal Tax Incentives to Encourage the Employment of People with Disabilities and to Promote
the Accessibility of Public Accommodations
The Internal Revenue Code includes several provisions aimed at making businesses more accessible
to people with disabilities. The following provides general – non-legal – information about three of
the most significant tax incentives. (Employers should check with their accountants or tax advisors
to determine eligibility for these incentives or visit the Internal Revenue Service's website,
www.irs.gov, for more information. Similar state and local tax incentives may be available.)
Small Business Tax Credit (Internal Revenue Code Section 44: Disabled Access Credit)
Small businesses with either $1,000,000 or less in revenue or 30 or fewer full-time
employees may take a tax credit of up to $5,000 annually for the cost of providing
reasonable accommodations such as sign language interpreters, readers, materials in
alternative format (such as Braille or large print), the purchase of adaptive equipment, the
modification of existing equipment, or the removal of architectural barriers.
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Work
Opportunity
Tax
Credit
(Internal
Revenue
Code
Section
51)
Employers who hire certain targeted low-income groups, including individuals referred
from vocational rehabilitation agencies and individuals receiving Supplemental Security
Income (SSI) may be eligible for an annual tax credit of up to $2,400 for each qualifying
employee who works at least 400 hours during the tax year. Additionally, a maximum
credit of $1,200 may be available for each qualifying summer youth employee.
Architectural/Transportation Tax Deduction (Internal Revenue Code Section 190 Barrier
Removal):
This annual deduction of up to $15,000 is available to businesses of any size for the costs
of removing barriers for people with disabilities, including the following: providing
accessible parking spaces, ramps, and curb cuts; providing wheelchair-accessible
telephones, water fountains, and restrooms; making walkways at least 48 inches wide;
and making entrances accessible.
For more information on ADA and updates: www.ada.gov
INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES EDUCATION ACT
(IDEA)
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a law ensuring services to
children with disabilities throughout the nation. IDEA governs how states and
public agencies provide early intervention, special education and related services
to more than 6.5 million eligible infants, toddlers, children and youth with
disabilities.
Infants and toddlers with disabilities (birth-2) and their families receive early
intervention services under IDEA Part C. Children and youth (ages 3-21) receive
special education and related services under IDEA Part B.
A copy of the plan may be reviewed by visiting the Department of Education’s web site at
www.louisianaschools.net. A copy of the plan may also be reviewed at the Louisiana
Department of Education.
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ADVOCACY CENTER
www.advocacyla.org
The Advocacy Center is Louisiana's protection and advocacy system. Federal law requires that a protection
and advocacy system operate in every state to protect the rights of persons with mental or physical
disabilities.
The Advocacy Center is also funded by the state to provide legal assistance to people residing in nursing
homes in Louisiana, as well as to residents 60 years and older of Orleans, Plaquemines and St. Tammany
Parishes (counties); and to advocate for the rights of group home and nursing home residents. In addition, the
Advocacy Center provides services to people 50 and over affected by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita and provides
case management services to people with disabilities affected by Hurricane Katrina who meet certain
eligibility criteria. Among the diverse services offered are legal representation, information and referral,
outreach and training.
The Advocacy Center is a tax-exempt, private non-profit corporation organized in 1978 and governed by a
volunteer Board of Directors. It is based in New Orleans with branch offices in Baton Rouge, Lafayette, and
Shreveport.
Baton Rouge area:
(225) 925-8884
8281 Goodwood Blvd., Suite D-1
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Lafayette area:
(337) 237-7380
515 South College Rd., Suite 130
Lafayette, LA 70503
New Orleans area:
(504) 522-2337
1-800-960-7705
225 Baronne Street, Suite 2112
New Orleans, LA 70112-2112
Shreveport area:
(318) 227-6186
2620 Centenary Blvd., Bldg 2, #248
Shreveport, LA 71104
Services provided include:

Assistive Technology. Including evaluation and access to appropriate
equipment, devices, and services.

Housing. Advocates in cases of discrimination.

Juvenile services. Including advocacy when charges are being pressed for
disabilities related behavior.

Legal Status. Including executing living wills and defending against and challenging
inappropriate placement.

Parental Rights. Represents eligible parents in “Child In Need of Care” and “Family
in need of Services” cases.

Public Benefits. Appeals Medicaid and Medicare denials, assists in Social Security
and Supplemental Security Income appeals, appeals denials of OCDD cash
subsidies.

Rights Protection. Including advocacy for individuals to live in the Least Restrictive
Environment, appropriate and adequate treatment of those in residential
facilities, adequate and appropriate community services.

Special Education. Including advocacy for students to be educated in the Least
Restrictive Environment, challenge denials of essential services (transportation,
speech/occupational/physical therapy) ensure physical accessibility (such as
ramps) and programmatic accessibility (such as extended school year, evaluation,
or transitional services).
This program is authorized under the Developmental Disabilities Act and is funded by the U.S.
Department of Health and Human Services.
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Additional Resources – Baton Rouge
Greater Baton Rouge Area Autism
Disabilities Resources:
Greater Baton Rouge Chapter of Louisiana State Autism Chapter
(225) 273-3984
nd
GBRC meets every 2 Saturday of the month at Jones Creek Library, Jones Creek
Rd. in Baton Rouge, from 2:00pm-4:00pm.
Autism Society Louisiana State Chapter
(800) 955-3760
www.lastateautism.org
[email protected]
Pat Giamanco, Administrative Assistant
Families Helping Families of Greater Baton Rouge
(225) 216-7474
Louisiana State Dept. of Education
Robyn Hargrave, Autism Coordinator
(225) 342-0520
East Baton Rouge Parish Schools
Beryl Hebert, Program Specialist Autism
(225) 266-3018
Kathy D’Albor, Spec. Ed. Supervisor
Pointe Coupe Parish
Mary Wells, Spec. Ed. Supervisor
(225) 618-8889
Ascension Parish
Paula Barbera, Spec. Ed. Supervisor
(225) 621-2530
West Baton Rouge Parish
David Strauss, Spec. Ed. Supervisor
(225) 749-3432
East Feliciana Parish
Michaela Wells, Ph.D., Spec. Ed
Supervisor
(225) 683-3318
West Feliciana Parish
Amy Betts, Spec. Ed. Supervisor
(225) 635-0069
Iberville Parish
Greater Baton Rouge Resource
(225) 642-5184
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Baton Rouge resources, cont’d
To apply for public services for persons with developmental disabilities:
Capital Area Human Services District
4615 Government St.
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 925-1910
To apply for Medicaid services in Greater Baton Rouge area:
(225) 922-1542
LA Developmental Disabilities Council
P.O. Box 3455
Baton Rouge, LA 70821-3455
(225) 342-6804
Therapists:
Neurotherapy Specialists, Inc.
(225) 926-1836
Sensory Integration Therapy
Baton Rouge Speech and Hearing
Foundation (225) 343-4232
Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)
Behavioral Intervention Group
ABA and other therapies
Rose Guidry, M.A., BCBA
www.big-br.com
Access to Better Communication
Vicky Poston Roy, Ph.D., CCC-SCP
Relationship Development
Intervention Therapy (RDI)
(225) 930-0208
Children’s Developmental Disorders
Clinic (225) 578-1494
LSU Psychological Services Center
Treatment recommendations, parent
training, assessments
Pediatricians:
Robert Funes
(225) 293-9886
Baton Rouge Resources
Speech/Language Pathologists:
Abilities for Speech and Language
(225) 292-4138
Suzanne Nadler, CCC-SLP
(225) 930-0208
Sheran Samuel, CCC-SLP
(225) 930-0208
Lisa Suire, CCC-SLP
(225) 930-0208
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Baton Rouge Resources, cont’d
Occupational Therapists:
Auditory Integration Training:
Abilities for Speech and Language
(225) 292-4138
Terri Wilton, LOTR, BCP
Evaluators:
3650 O’Neal Lane
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 747-0682
Speech and Hearing Foundation
(225) 343-4232
LSU Speech and Hearing Clinic
(225) 578-2545
Hair Cutting Salon
“Snip-Its” Hair Salon
1655 Millerville Rd # A
Baton Rouge, LA 70816-1347
(225) 272-8766”
“Sensory-Friendly” environment
LSU Psychological Services Center
Evaluation and Treatment Planning
(225) 578-1494
http://www.snipits.com/locations/baton-rouge-la
Family Counseling:
Elisa Banado Taylor, LCSW
(225) 752-5225
Family Practice:
Stephanie F. Cave, MD (DAN Dr.)
(225) 767-7433
Pediatric Neurologists:
Barbara Golden, MD
Charlotte Hollman, MD
(225) 769-4044
Dentists:
St even Ripple. DDS
Nelson Daly, DDS
(225) 769-5377
Donald Landry, DDS
Pediatric Dentistry
(225) 926-5102
Schools - Private
Greater Baton Rouge Hope Academy
(225) 926-1838
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Additional Resources – New Orleans
GNOASA does not endorse any of the contacts below. Other parents have recommended the names. To add
a contact, please e mail [email protected]
ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis)
Krista Bradford, BACBA (407)529-5316
Mandy Parteen, BACB, The Art in Me, 512 Metairie Rd., 481-7359
Advocacy
LaCAN (Louisiana Citizens for Action Now) statewide grassroots network of families of
individuals with disabilities. Free to join, keeps members informed of legislative issues
related to disabilities and disability rights.
www.LaCANadvocates.org or e mail [email protected]
The Advocacy Center, www.advocacyla.org- legal assistance & advocacy
Families Helping Families- 504- 888-9111
ARC of LA, www.thearcla.org 897-0134, advocacy, recreational services
Biomedical
Kashi Rai, MD, 824 Elmwood Park Blvd., Harahan- 818-2525
Books
GNOASA has an extensive lending library, please e mail [email protected] to
make an appointment to check it out!
Dentists
Dr. Gruezke, 1705 LaPalco, Harvey, 361-3697
Dr. Jason Parker, Vets in Metairie, 780-2680
Pamela Shaw on Metairie Rd.
Floortime
Wendelle Weil, [email protected], 237-9558
Haircuts
Mandy, Salon Centro-365-7005-can also come to your home
Children’s Hair Place, Katy- 464-0624
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New Orleans resources, cont’d
Kid’s Club
Champions of Greater New Orleans- a social and recreational group for children and youth
with varying abilities. Fun meetings, fieldtrips, annual Fall family camping trip (cabin
camping) and fellowship.
Email for info: [email protected]
Neurologists
Dr. Stephen Deputy, Children’s Hospital, 899-9511
Occupational Therapists
Crane Rehab Center, 101 River Road, 828-7696
Kendra Schilling, 304-7065
Physical Therapists
Crane Rehab Center, 101 River Road, 828-7696
Pediatricians
Dr. Richard Doskey, River Ridge
Dr. Charles Watts, Westside Pediatrics in Marrero, 391-7337
Psychologists
Children’s Hospital Dept. of Psychology (assessment & diagnosis),
Jodi Kamps, Ph.D.- 896-9484
Mercy Family Center, 838-8283
Dr. Lynn Adams, www.lynnadamsphd.com
Psychiatrists
Dr. Paul Pelts, 1539 Jackson, Suite 300, NOLA, 581-3933
Dr. Mark Sands, Mercy Family Center, 838-8283
RDI
Relationship Development Intervention
Vicky Roy, Ph.D. (225)802-9430
Respite
Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority- 838-5601
They will assess your needs and provide possible respite care (your own person or agencies
can provide one). Other therapies & financial assistance available but usually have waiting
lists.
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New Orleans resources, cont’d
Schools
The Chartwell Center, 4239 Camp St., NOLA, 899-2478, www.chartwellcenter.us
St. Michael’s, NOLA
Speech
Michelle Bell, 920-1807, [email protected]
Patricia S. Gorman, LLC, 269-0105
Michael Norman, Ridgelake in Metairie, 833-4174
Julie Paley, 250-6843
Abbey Sanchez, Oschner, 828-4193
Swimming
Jo Jo’s Hope Therapeutic Swimming, Elmwood Fitness Center, 842-7240
Mrs. Stephanie Kinney- 737-9776, 913-4553 (cell), swim lessons
Summer Camps
Kidspeak Learning Center, 634 Amelia in Gretna, 263-2067 (ages 2-5)
Crane Rehab, 828-7696
Kendra Schilling, Camp Achievement, 304-7065
Support Group
Meets the first Tuesday of every month at 6:30pm in the Parenting Center at Children’s
Hospital. Parents, family members, educators, professionals welcome (no children please).
Urology
Dr. Joseph Ortenberg (FAAP, FSPU), Children’s Hospital
Vision
Crescent City Vision, 5128 Lapalco, Marrero, 347-9988
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Additional resources
LSUHSC – Human Development Center
1900 Gravier Street
New Orleans, LA70112
(504) 556 - 7565
This Center is recognized as a statewide resource and is known for its clear emphasis on addressing "the
whole person in his/her environment". We appreciate that each of us is affected by our circumstances of
health, behavior, and social context, therefore, we pay close attention to the appropriate principles and
practices. Our scope of activities includes promoting understanding and use of validated practices while
addressing issues across the entire age span. To accomplish this mission and scope of work, we employ an
interdisciplinary faculty along with topical specialists, including individuals with disabilities and family
members, and support staff. These folks do research, provide technical assistance, teach courses and
workshops, and engage in a wide range of activities to support those who provide services and to achieve
constructive changes in agencies and systems. All these activities are intended to bring about better
services, more opportunities, and improved quality of life for Louisiana citizens
The Louisiana Developmental Disabilities
Council
“The DD Council”
The DD Council is an advocacy group created by Congress. It is responsible for planning and
providing resources to enable people with disabilities to live productive lives. The Council
maintains a free lending library of printed materials, videotapes, and slides on community
living, employment options, advocacy and human services.
Disabilities Information Access Line
“DIAL”
1-800-922-DIAL (3425)
A project of the DD Council, DIAL is a statewide information and referral system on
supports and services available.
DIAL provides information on the following:

Child Net – For children 0 – 3 years

The Maternal and Child Health Program

Louisiana Technology Assistance Network (LATAN)

Agent Orange Class Assistance Program – For children of Vietnam Veterans

Louisiana Disabilities Prevention Program

Louisiana Community & Family Supports System

Family Resource Centers

Medicaid

Louisiana Supported Employment Network
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Emergency Information
If you are a person with developmental disabilities, are an advocate, or a provider needing
additional assistance in evacuation and emergency preparedness, contact the OCDD office
toll free at
1-866-783-5553
Homeland Security
Agency Contact Information
225-925-7500
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Parish Homeland Security &
Emergency Preparedness Contact Numbers
PARISH
Acadia
DIRECTOR
Lee Hebert
Allen
John Richer
Ascension
Rick Webre
Assumption
John Boudreaux
Avoyelles
Anzell Jones
Beauregard
Ken Harlow
Bienville
Rodney Warren
Caddo/Bossier
Sandy Davis
Calcasieu
Richard "Dick"
Gremillion
Caldwell
Dale Powell
Cameron
Clifton Hebert
Catahoula
Debra Renda
Claiborne
Dennis Butcher
Concordia
Morris White
DeSoto
Alan Bounds
East Baton
Rouge
JoAnne Moreau
East Carroll
Laisca Franklin Dixon
East Feliciana
Glenn Kent
Evangeline
Liz Hill
Franklin
Mitch Reynolds
Grant
Robert Meeker
Iberia
James Anderson
Iberville
Laurie Doiron
Jackson
Paul Walsworth
Jefferson
Deano Bonano
Kenneth Padgett
VOICE
FAX
(337) 783-4357
(337) 788-8852
Email: [email protected]
(337) 300-9032
(337) 584-5156
Email: [email protected]
(225) 621-8360
(225) 621-8362
Email: [email protected]
(985) 369-7351
(985) 369-7341
Email: [email protected]
(318) 253-7291
(318) 253-9218
Email: [email protected]
(337) 463-3282 ext
(337) 463-6347
1129
Email: [email protected]
(318) 263-2019
(318) 263-7404
Email: [email protected]
(318) 425-5351
(318) 425-5940
Email: [email protected]
(337) 721-3800
(337) 437-3583
Email: [email protected]
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