1. family and parenting
2. children

BOBBY JINDAL
GOVERNOR
TIFFANY SIMPSON
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
CHILDREN’S CABINET
STATE OF LOUISIANA
OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR
September 1, 2011
Dear Stakeholders,
Revised Statute §46:1941.8, requires that each Children and Youth Planning Board (CYPB)
completes an annual report by October first to the Office of Juvenile Justice and the Children's Cabinet.
Attached is the annual report template. Based on the positive feedback we received, we have decided
to use last year’s format.
The reporting template includes seven sections focusing on the board’s structure, local
information sharing, community needs, program and service availability, and areas of technical
assistance that are available through the Children’s Cabinet. The final section, planning board overview,
should only be completed by boards which were formed or re-activated within the last twelve (12)
months, by boards who did not submit an annual report last year, or by boards who have recently
experienced a significant population shift.
Please submit all reports via email to Liz Kearney at [email protected] and to the Office of
Juvenile Justice, Dr. Girard Melancon, Assistant Secretary, at [email protected] . Performance
indicators and benchmarks from your reports will be used for planning at both the state and community
levels. The amount of work dedicated to these reports is remarkable and I look forward to sharing your
activities across the state.
I look forward to helping build, rebuild, and strengthen your community Children and Youth
Planning Boards and thank you for your commitment to Louisiana’s children and youth.
Sincerely,
Tiffany Simpson, PhD.
Executive Director, Children’s Cabinet
Children Youth and Planning Board
2011 Annual Report
Judicial District: 14th
Parish(es): Calcasieu
Questions about your board and this report should be directed to:
Name
Phone Number
Dane R. Bolin
337-721-3900
Email
[email protected]
Section 1: Board Structure
Board Leadership
Position
(Chairperson)
Vice President
Secretary
Name
Organization
Dane R. Bolin Calcasieu Office of Juvenile Justice Services
None
None
Title
Director
Name and organization of remaining board members
Representation
Education
Name and Title of Representative
Ms. Sheryl Piper, Dir. of Early Childhood
- Calcasieu Parish School Board Ms. Penny Haxthausen, Coordinator
Safe and Drug Free Schools, CPSB
Law
Enforcement
Mr. Robert Schexnayder
- Lake Charles Police Department
Mr. Mike Byrne, Commander of
Investigations
- Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Department -
Prosecution
Mr. Ronald A. Rossitto, First ADA
- Cal. Parish District Attorney's Office -
Public Defender
Mr. James Dixon, Executive Director
- Public Defender's Office -
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Representation
Name and Title of Representative
Judiciary
Honorable Lilynn Cutrer, Judge
Family and Juvenile Court
Honorable Guy Bradberry, Judge
Family and Juvenile Court
Juvenile Justice
Dane Bolin, Director
Office of Juvenile Justice Services
Ann Vick, Regional Manager
Office of Youth Development
Health Care
Mental Health
Substance
Abuse
Social Services
Ms. Estelle Hileman, Reg. Social Worker
Office of Public Health
Leslie Nolan, OMH Program
Manager/Children's Prog Coordinator
Lake Charles Mental Health
Charmaine Landry, Social Service Counselor
LA Office for Addictive Disorders
Dawn Becton, Child Welfare Exec. Mgr.
Office of Community Service
Lake Charles Region VI
Amy Dunn, Executive Director
Educational and Treatment Council, Inc.
Faith Based
Ms. Gerri Captain
Grace Ministries
Reverend Mel Estess
Sulphur Police Department
Business
Julio Galan, Executive Director
Family & Youth Counseling Agency
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Representation
Name and Title of Representative
Youth Org.
Ms. Dana Forrest
Big Brother & Big Sister of SW LA
Pastor Charles Robertson
United Christian Fellowship Church
Parent
Daphne Danahay
Pastor Norman Thomas
New Life Church International
Police Jury
Dr. Charles Mackey, DDS
Calcasieu Parish Police Jury
Mr. Claude Syas
Calcasieu Parish Police Jury
Please list any agencies not currently involved but attempts have been made to engage
Presently we have representatives from all areas the board feels is important.
Please list any committees and include a description of the committee and whether the committee is
standing or temporary
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Regional Inpatient / Outpatient Needs- Determines the treatment needs of youth, albeit
inpatient and outpatient services. Recommends strategies to fill in gaps in the
community.
2
Interagency Initiatives- Conducts monthly meetings to network, coordinate and
disseminate information among state and local agencies that impact children’s services in
Calcasieu Parish.
3
Dissemination of Information- determines manners in which to disseminate information
to the public and to children on resource, services, and recreational opportunities in
Calcasieu Parish.
4. Grants Review Committee- recommends to the CYPB letters of support for grants.
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.
5. Resource Identification- identifies resources in the community to fill necessary gaps,
and recommends ways in which to fill gaps in services.
6. Community Youth- board of youth who advice and coordinate youth event and
information.
In addition, the Board assumed an advisory and oversight role for two projects in the parish addressing
juvenile justice and youth issues.
1) The Juvenile Crime Enforcement Coalition (JCEC) was formed in 2000 as a requirement to
receive Juvenile Accountability Block Grant (JABG) funds, through the Office of Juvenile Justice and
Delinquency Prevention. Grant funds are allocated to Calcasieu Parish (Police Jury, District Attorney,
Sheriff) and the City of Lake Charles. The basic premise underlying the JABG program is that both the
individual juvenile offender and the juvenile justice system must be accountable. JABG, OJJDP seeks to
reduce juvenile offending through both offenders-focused and system-focused activities that promote
accountability. The Juvenile Crime Enforcement Coalition (JCEC) developed a Coordinated Enforcement
Plan based on an analysis of the local juvenile justice system needs. The analysis determines the most
effective uses of funds, within the 17 JABG program purpose areas, to achieve the greatest impact on
reducing juvenile delinquency, improving the juvenile justice system, and increasing accountability for
juvenile offenders. With the JCEC now located within the structure of the Board, it ensures that efforts
to reduce juvenile offending are coordinated with other initiatives the Board oversees and implements.
2) The Governor’s Initiative to Build a Healthy Louisiana, now called Project Know. The program
is funded through the Strategic Prevention Framework State Incentive Grant (SPF-SIG). This program is
working to:
· Prevent the onset and reduce the progression of substance abuse, including childhood and
underage drinking.
· Reduce substance abuse related problems in communities, and
· Build prevention capacity and infrastructure at the State and community levels.
Are board meetings open to the public?
YES
NO
Are board meeting advertised?
YES
NO
If so how? Notices are posted in the Calcasieu Parish Government building, Family and Juvenile Court ,
the Office of Juvenile Justice Services, and on the web pages of the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury and the
Calcasieu Children and Youth Planning Board. Notices are also sent to media outlets, such as : KPLC TV
Lake Charles, FOX 29 Television, Lake Charles American Press, The Times of Lake Charles, Southwest
Daily News.
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Section 2: Local Programs and Services
Prevention Programs
Please list any prevention programs available in your community, including programs population
Name
Population Served
Big Brothers/Big Sisters
Boys and Girls Ages 5-12
100 Black Men (Mentoring)
Boys ages 10-18
Foundations of Fatherhood (mentoring)
Boys ages 10-18
Foreman Reynard YMCA Future Academy
Boys ages 12-18
Foreman Reynard YMCA Sisters for Success
Girls ages 12-18
Lunch Buddies
Children ages K-6
Boy Scouts of America
Boys ages 6-18
Girl Scouts of America
Girls ages 6-18
I.C.A.N. Mentoring Program
Children ages 6-18
Positive Connections: CPSB Day Treatment Program
Connections Process
Students Grades 6-8
Students Grades 6-8
Intervention Programs and Services
The Calcasieu Children and Youth Planning Board (CCYPB) recently opened the Multi-Agency Resource
Center (MARC). The MARC uses scientifically sound assessment tools and referrals that divert at-risk
youth from the juvenile justice system, whenever possible, into appropriate and meaningful services
that will lead to better outcomes for youth and their families. This project is a “one-stop shop” concept
that also assists local agencies in managing community resources efficiently and effectively in Calcasieu
Parish.
Additionally, the CCYPB site lists over 200 different services in the categories listed below. The services
can be found electronically at: http://www.calcypb.org/service-directory.php. If a client prefers, these
resources can be obtained in printed form.
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Please find below the CCYPB’s resource directory listing programs and services of each of the following
categories:
Abuse Protection
Psychiatrist
Alcohol/Drug Abuse/Gambling
Psychologist
Counselors/Social Workers
Therapeutic Services
Education and Testing
Transportation Services
Emergency Services
Youth Services
Employment Services
Housing Assistance
Financial Assistance
Legal Services
Healthcare / Medical Services
Parent Resources/Support
Calcasieu Parish Agencies and Organizations:
Journey Christian Counseling
Category: Counseling Services
Services: Uses faith based counseling to change the self-destructive behavior, from age seven, of men, women, boys and girls in
society and to help them become successful, productive citizens in all their human relations.
Lake Charles Mental Health Center
Category: Counseling Services
Services: *Screening and referral *Outpatient services *Acute Psychiatric Care *Pharmaceutical Services *Consultation and
Education *Mental Health Community Support Services for Adults *Mental Health Community Support Services for Children/Youth
*CART (Child Adolescent Response Team)
ABC Crisis Pregnancy Center
Category: Parent Resources / Support Groups
Services: A client advocate greets the woman and gathers information about her and her possible pregnancy. A free
pregnancy test is completed. While she waits on her results, a video is shown on pregnancy, fetal development, pregnancy
termination and her alternatives. Afterwards, the client advocate enters into discussion regarding the outcome of the
pregnancy test, alternatives and her individual needs and concerns. The woman then decides on her options and her client
advocate provides the appropriate follow-up.
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ABC Training Center
Category: Education and Testing
Services: This program offers: Free advanced level NCCER craft training in electrical, pipefitting and welding. Payment of a
student stipend ($50.00 per day for an 8-hour day). Receipt of basic tools upon graduation. Job coaching to graduates' job seeking
and keeping skills. Job fair to assist graduates in finding employment Selection for this training program is competitive, and to
qualify, applicants must be 18 years old by September 4, 2008, and have a high school diploma or GED. The screening process
for the limited number of openings in this training program include a personal interview, passing both a ACT WorkKeys test, and
drug screen.
Acadian Hearing and Speech
Category: Therapeutic Services
Services: Provides their patients with the latest in digital hearing aid technologies, comprehensive hearing testing, extensive
dizziness testing and rehabilitation.
Alcoholics Anonymous / Alanon & Alateen
Category: Alcohol/Drug Abuse/Gambling
Services: Support system for alcoholics, addicts, and family members of addicts, which provide daily meetings and a sharing experience,
strength and hope.
Website: www.alcohoics-anonymous.org
Annette's Developmental and Learning Center
Category: Education and Testing
Address: 400 North Enterprise Blvd / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 437-8258
Hours: 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Services: Our philosophy is to provide quality and affordable childcare that will meet parents needs. We take pride in
providing care for the most precious possession that you have and that is your child. Each child is taught at his/her own
developmental level with basic skills for learning.
Website: www.annetesdlc.com
Best Start Program
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 3236 Kirkman Street- through the Calcasieu Parish Health Unit / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 480-2667
Hours: Call for program times
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Services: A program for pregnant or new mothers to help have the best relationship with their new baby.
Website: No Website Available
Best Start Program
Category: Education and Testing
Address: 3236 Kirkman Street- through the Calcasieu Parish Health Unit / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 480-2667
Hours: Call for program times
Services: A program for pregnant or new mothers to help have the best relationship with their new baby.
Website: www.dhh.louisiana.gov
Big Brothers/Big Sisters
Category: Parent Resources / Support Groups
Address: 4135 Common Street / Lake Charles, LA 70607
Phone: (337) 478-5437
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday - Friday
Services: To provide local children between the ages of 5 and 12 from single parent homes with a role model to provide
guidance and friendship.
Website: www.bbbsa.org
BJ Clayton-LPC
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 135 Arlington Drive, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-477-3295
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Boys and Girls Villages
Category: Residential Homes / Shelters
Address: 7378 Highway 90 East / Lake Charles, LA 70615
Phone: (337) 436-7553
Hours: 24 Hours
Services: A children's home which provides 24-hour residential care including educational needs, family services,
therapeutic services, spiritual guidance, skill training, medical and dental care, and recreational activities.
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Brenda LaFleur-LCSW
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 2000 Southwood Drive, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-474-2682
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Brenda Roberts-LPC, LMFT
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 614 Esplanade Street, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-478-1411
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Briscoe Alcohol and Substance Abuse
Category: Alcohol/Drug Abuse/Gambling
Address: 4012 Avenue H / Lake Charles, LA 70615
Phone: (337) 491-2355
Hours: 24 Hour Residential Treatment Center
Services: Substance abuse treatment, Detoxification. Type of Care: Residential short-term treatment (30 days or less) Special
Programs/Groups: Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders. Payment Accepted: Self payment,
Medicaid, Medicare, Private health insurance, Military insurance. Payment Assistance: Sliding fee scale based on income and
other factors.
Website: No Website Available
Calcasieu Association for Retarded Citizens
Category: Parent Resources / Support Groups
Address: 1718 Hodges Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 433-7792
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: Provides work opportunities for clients.
Website: www.thecarc.com
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Calcasieu Career Center
Category: Education and Testing
Address: 2903 Opelousas Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: 337-491-1720
Hours: Classes scheduled daily and on Tuesday & Thursday evenings all year
Services: Credit Recovery, GED Prep, Tutoring, Summer Employment, Occupational Skills
Training, Adult Mentoring Programs, Counseling Services.
Website: www.careercenter.cpsb.org
Calcasieu Community Clinic
Category: Healthcare / Medical Services
Address: 550 East Sale Road, Suite 217 / Lake Charles, LA 70605
Phone: (337) 478-8650
Hours: Every Thursday Night 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Services: Free Health Care, medications and dental care for those who qualify, low-income, and working uninsured families.
Website: www.mcneese.edu/calclinic
Calcasieu Parish Alternative School
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 2903 Opelousas Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 491-1720
Hours: Classes scheduled daily and on Tuesday & Thursday evenings all year
Services: Credit Recovery, GED Prep, Tutoring, Summer Employment, Occupational Skills Training, Adult Mentoring
Programs, Counseling Services.
Website: www.careercenter.cpsb.org
Calcasieu Parish District Attorney's Office-Crime Victim's Assistance Coordinators
Category: Legal Services
Address: 1020 Ryan Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 437-3400
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: The purpose for the Victim/Witness Assistance Program is to ensure that victims and witnesses of crime are treated
with dignity, respect, courtesy and sensitivity, and that the rights as provided by Louisiana Law are honored and protected.
Website: www.calcasieuda.com
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Calcasieu Parish Health Unit
Category: Healthcare / Medical Services
Address: 3236 Kirkman Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 478-6020
Hours: Monday - Thursday 1st six in line 8:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., Fridays 7:30 a.m. (all)
Services: Adult Health program, birth and death records, child health services, children's special health services,
communicable disease control, family planning, food and drinking water protection, hearing and vision screening, HIV/AIDS
services, home visiting, hypertension, immunizations, laboratory services, lead screening, maternity services, nutrition,
pharmaceutical services, prenatal care, sexually transmitted diseases, tuberculosis, and WIC.
Website: www.dhh.louisiana.gov
Calcasieu Parish Housing Department
Category: Housing Assistance
Address: 1011 Lakeshore Drive / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 721-3577
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: Provides rental assistance to enable low and moderate income families.
Website: www.cppj.net
Calcasieu Parish Multi Purpose Center
Category: Financial Assistance
Address: 2001 Moeling Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 437-3560
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: Child home day care, food for seniors, job employment training, LIHEAP, One stop career center, preventative
health care services, teens involved in preventing pregnancy (TIPP).
Website: No Website Available
Calcasieu Parish Public Library-Central Library
Category: Education and Testing
Address: 301 West Claude Street / Lake Charles, LA 70605
Phone: (337) 475-8798
Hours: , Tu, W, Th, 8:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; F, 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sa, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Su, 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
Services: Book clubs, Teen Advisory Board, and Summer Reading programs.
Website: www.calcasieu.lib.la.us
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Calcasieu Parish School System
Category: Education and Testing
Address: 1724 Kirkman Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 491-1600
Hours: 7:30 a.m
to 4:30 p.m. / Monday – Friday
Services: To provide quality education to all students.
Website: www.cpsb.org
Calcasieu Parish Title I Family Center
Category: Education and Te ting
Address: 2423 6th
treet / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 437-6126
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: Families can receive information, instructional materials, personal assistance, take-home computers and more from
lending library of resources.
Website: www.cpsb.org
Calcasieu Transit Services
Category: Transportation Services
Address: 2424 3rd Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 721-4020
Hours: Call for times
Services: Calcasieu transit is helping to get people to their jobs and job training. Fares will vary depending on the length
of the trip. An application is required to participate in special transportation services.
Website: www.cppj.net
Calcasieu Womens Shelter
Category: Abuse Protection
Address: P.O. Box 276 / Lake Charles, LA 70602
Phone: (337) 436-4552
Hours: 24 hours a day / 7 days a week
Services: Shelter, counseling (group and individual), children services, referrals, advocacy, legal advocacy, and outreach
program. Update
Website: www.cwshelter.org
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Calcasieu Workforce Center - Louisiana Department of Labor
Category: Employment Services
Address: 4250 5th Avenue / Lake Charles, LA 70607
Phone: (337) 475-4900
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: Business services, Youth services to enhance the basic educational skills of youth (ages 14-21); to encourage
school completion, and Jobseeker services.
Website: www.laworks.net
Carol Campbell-LCSW
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 4129 Common Street, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-477-0079
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
CART-Child and Adolescent Response Team
Category: Counseling Services
Address: On Call
Phone: 1-800-272-8367
Hours: 24 hrs
Services: CART is a response to your request for support services during times when a child or adolescent appears to be in crisis.
Any child below the age of 18 may receive services. Any child or child's guardian may call CART to request services, regardless
of income level or insurance
Website: www.la-cart.org
CASA / The National Court Appointed Special Advocate Association
Category: Parent Resources / Support Groups
Address: 220 Louie Street (Family and Youth Counseling) / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 436-9533
Hours: Volunteer Service
Services: A program for CASA volunteers appointed by a juvenile or family court judge to speak in the best interest of the
children who are brought before the court.
Website: www.nationalcasa.org
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Central Louisiana State Hospital
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 242 West Shamrock Avenue, Pineville, LA 71360
Phone: (318) 484-6200
Hours: 24 hour care
Services: Psychiatric inpatient services for children (6-11 years), adolescents (12-17 years), and adults (18 years and
older). Single point of entry for mental health.
Website: No Website Available
Chris Hay-MED,LPC,LMFT
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 614 Esplanade Street, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-478-1411
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Christian Counseling Clinic
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 132 Arlington / Lake Charles, LA 70605
Phone: (337) 474-1218
Hours: By appointment only
Services: Counseling for addiction, marriage, behavioral, and emotional problems.
Website: No Website Available
Christus St. Patrick's Hospital
Category: Healthcare / Medical Services
Address: 524 South Ryan Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 436-2511
Hours: 24 hour care
Services: Behavioral health, children services, diabetes management center, gastrointestinal services, heart care, atrial
fibrillation, home care, imaging and diagnostics, oncology, rehabilitation, senior services, smoking cessation, and surgical
services.
Website: www.christusstpatrick.org
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Clarke McLaughlin-LPC, BCSAC
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 2000 Southwood Drive, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-474-2682
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Counseling and Therapy Service
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 4008 Ernest Street / Lake Charles, LA 70605
Phone: (337) 478-8273
Hours: Call for individual times
Services: Alcohol Abuse, All Clinical, Anger Management, Divorce & Separation Prevention, Drug Abuse, Health & Personal
Problems, Marriage Crisis Intervention.
Website: No Website Available
Counseling Services for Effective Change
Category: Counseling Services
Address: One Lake Charles Plaza / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 515-2857
Hours: Call for individual times
Services: Marriage & Family Counseling.
Website: No Website Available
Counseling Services of SWLA
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 2711 Ernest Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 431-7194
Hours: Call for individual times
Services: Individual, Marriage, Psychological Testing, and Anger Management counseling.
Website: No Website Available
CPSO Crime Victims Assistance
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Category: Legal Services
Address: 5400 E. Broad Street / Lake Charles, LA 70615
Phone: (337) 491-3718
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services: The State of Louisiana established the Crime Victims Reparations Act for the payment of compensation to the
victims of certain crimes.
Website: www.cpso.com
Crossroads Regional Hospital
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 110 John Eskew Drive / Alexandria, LA 71303
Phone: 800-737-3808
Hours: 24 hours a day
Services: Provides inpatient hospitalization for children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. Psychiatric treatment is offered
through a range of multi-disciplinary programs that address emotional, behavioral, and addiction to problems in a therapeutic,
confidential and safe environment.
Website: www.crossroadshospital.com
Cynthia Nassar-LPC, BCSAC
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 1204 West Prien Lake Road, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-562-8100
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Cynthia Shrewsberry-MA, LPC, LMFT, NCC
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 1523 4th Avenue, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-478-1616
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
David Phillips-LCSW
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Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 243 West Sallier Street, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-436-1631
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Delta Tech
Category: Education and Testing
Address: 517 Broad Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 439-5765
Hours: Call for scheduled times for classes
Services: Programs designed for students to gain skills demanded by employers in the business community in a shorter
time than four year accredited universities.
Website: www.deltatech.edu
Dena Bazzie- LPC, NCC, LMFT
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 1204 West Prien Lake Road, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-562-8100
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Direct Care Inc
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 300 East McNeese Street / Lake Charles, LA 70605
Phone: (337) 474-7090
Hours: Call for individual times
Services: Marriage & Family Counseling.
Website: No Website Available
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Direct Care Inc.
Category: Healthcare / Medical Services
Address: 300 East McNeese Street / Lake Charles, LA 70605
Phone: (337) 474-7090
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services: Non-profit agency that provides personal care services for persons of all ages within the autism spectrum and
other developmental disabilities.
Website: No Website Available
Disney and Associates
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 748 Bayou Pines East Suite B / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 431-7194
Hours: Call for individual times
Services: An outpatient mental health clinic serving Medicaid recipients. Services include: counseling, medication
monitoring, treatment, integration, psychological skills, and behavior management.
Website: No Website Available
Dr. Anneta Afzal
Category: Psychiatrists
Address: 2829 4th Ave, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-477-7091
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Dr. Charles Murphy III
Category: Psychiatrists
Address: 2829 4th Ave, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-477-7091
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
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Dr. Charles Robertson
Category: Psychologist
Address: 803 Bayou Pines, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-436-1631
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Dr. Dale Archer
Category: Psychiatrists
Address: 2829 4th Ave, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-477-7091
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Dr. David Buttross III
Category: Psychiatrists
Address: 333 S. Ryan Street, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-478-9331
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Dr. Ehtesham Syed
Category: Psychiatrists
Address: 2829 4th Ave, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-477-7091
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
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Garrett Ryder
Category: Psychiatrists
Address: 1204 W. Prien Lake Rd, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-562-8100
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Dr. George Middleton
Category: Psychologist
Address: 200 Southwood Drive, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-474-9094
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Dr. Jodie Guth
Category: Psychologist
Address: 200 Southwood Drive, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-474-2682
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Dr. Kashinath Yadalam
Category: Psychiatrists
Address: 2829 4th Ave, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-477-7091
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
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Dr. Keith Nabours
Category: Psychiatrists
Address: 3700 5th Ave, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-474-1010
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Dr. Patricia Post
Category: Psychologist
Address: 200 Southwood Drive, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-474-2682
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Dr. Paul Matthews
Category: Psychiatrists
Address: 810 E. Bayou Pines, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-310-0153
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Dr. Vidushi Babber
Category: Psychiatrists
Address: 2829 4th Ave, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-477-7091
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
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Dry Creek Baptist Camp
Category: Youth Services
Address: P.O. Box 580 / Dry Creek, LA 70637
Phone: (337) 328-7531
Hours: Summer camp
Services: Campers are recommended by professional agencies, juvenile officials, and school officials to service at risk youth.
Website: www.drycreek.net
Educational and Treatment Council
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 2400-A Merganser Street / Lake Charles, LA 70615
Phone: (337) 433-1062
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Monday-Friday
Services: Provides effective intervention and prevention services affecting at-risk youth and their families. * Harbour House
(433-6739) - a 20 bed emergency shelter for children and youth ages 3-17 years old * Family Preservation Program - intensive
service directly in the client's home to prevent out-of-home placement * Transitional Living Program for homeless youth (4772434) - supervised apartment housing for homeless youth ages 17-21 * Crisis Intervention Services - assessment and
intervention for youth experiencing a mental health crisis when the state mental health clinics are closed * Assisted Community
Treatment - home-based program for children who are clients of a mental health clinic, services include monitoring medication
compliance, teaching social skills, and support and education for family members * Camp New Directions - a camp for children
ages 9 to 11 focusing on strengthening resiliency and enhancing self-esteem * Youth reaching Youth - Teen volunteers are
trained to assist in ETC programs such as Harbour House, REST, Camp New Directions and the Teen Advisory Board * REST Recreation, Education, and Skills Training - Serving foster and adoptive families providing respite and support for parents *
Resource Services Reaching Children - Child abuse and neglect prevention program * Juvenile Drug Court Treatment Services
Website: www.etc-youth.org
Elderly Protective Services
Category: Abuse Protection
Address: 196 Williamsburg Street / Lake Charles, LA 70605
Phone: (337) 475-3501
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. / 24 hotline
Services: Provides protection to the elderly who are harmed or threatened with an immediate life threatening situation. Also
investigates all complaints of abuse or neglect.
Website: www.goea.louisinana.gov
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Emmanuel Counseling Services
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 1112 Bilbo Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 439-7436
Hours: Call for individual times
Services: Marriage & Family Counselors
Website: www.lcdiocese.org
Families and Friends of Louisiana's Incarcerated Children-FFLIC
Category: Parent Resources / Support Groups
Address: 188 Williamsburg Street /Lake Charles, LA 70605
Phone: (337) 562-8503
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: Families and Friends of Louisiana's Incarcerated Children (FFLIC) is a statewide membership-based organization
that fights for a better life for all of Louisiana's youth, especially those involved in or targeted by the juvenile justice system.
Website: www.fflic.org
Families Anonymous
Category: Parent Resources / Support Groups
Address: 123 West Sale Road / Lake Charles, LA 70606 @ St. Michael's Episcopal church
Phone: (337) 477-1881
Hours: 7:30 p.m. on Mondays and 1:00 p.m. on Wednesdays
Services: group of concerned relatives and friends who help each other recover from the effects of a loved one's
addiction to alcohol or drugs.
Website: www.familiesanonymous.org
Families Helping Families
Category: Parent Resources / Support Groups
Address: 2927 Hodges Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 436-2570
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: A comprehensive, family directed, family resource center for individuals with any kind of special need (mental,
physical, emotional, and educational concerns).* Project PROMPT* Inclusive Education Family Project* STAR Project * Families
Can't Wait* Project BEST* OCDD Support Project* People First* PASSED Program
Website: www.fhfla.org
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Foreman-Reynaud Community Center (Sisters for Success & Future Academy)
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 215 Albert Street / Lake Charles, LA 70615
Phone: (337) 436-9843
Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturdays
Services: The Project: Future Academy (boys) and Sister 4 Success (girls) Program of the Foreman-Reynaud Community
Center is designed specifically to offer individuals experiencing difficulty in their social functioning, opportunities to re-direct their
energies toward positive social goals, raised levels of aspiration and healthier expressions of individual and group potential. A
physically and mentally challenging program designed for youth aged 9 - 15 that strives to change negative behaviors.
Participants are actively involved in community service/awareness projects, motivational seminars, recreational activities and
team building exercises. Summer Day Camp.
Website: No Website Available
Gambling Anonymous
Category: Alcohol/Drug Abuse/Gambling
Address: Unknow
Phone: 1-877-770-7867
Hours: 24-7
Services: Counseling
Website: No Website Available
Gateway Adolescent Treatment Centerway
Category: Alcohol/Drug Abuse/Gambling
Address: P.O. Box 4582 / Pineville, LA 71361
Phone: 318-484-6901
Hours: 24 Hour Residential Treatment Center
Services: A chemical dependency treatment center for adolescents. A single point of entry for ADAC
Website: www.dhh.louisiana.gov/offices/?ID=23
Genesis Therapeutic Riding Center (West Cal-Cam Hospital)
Category: Therapeutic Services
Address: 886 Landry Lane / Sulphur, LA 70663
Phone: (337) 625-3972
Hours: Call for appointment
Services: The first of its kind in the nation to be owned and operated by a hospital, the Genesis Therapeutic Riding
Center provides outpatient occupational therapy services in a non-traditional health care setting. The horse's rhythmic,
repetitive movements mimic human movement patterns, due to the similarity of the pelvic structure. These similarities
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are passively transmitted to clients who demonstrate improved mobility, balance, posture and function. The Genesis
Therapeutic Riding Center provides a natural, yet controlled environment for clients to develop confidence and
independence. Therapeutic Riding can be beneficial in the following diagnoses: Autism, Traumatic Brain Injury,
ADHD/ADD, Down's Syndrome, Stroke, Developmental Delay, Cerebral Palsy, Learning Disabled/Behavioral
Disorders, Sensory Integration Dysfunction, Multiple Sclerosis and other neuromuscular disorders.
Website: www.wcch.com
Giles Gilliam-BCSW
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 314 W. McNeese Street, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-478-7167
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 1401 Moeling / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 494-7944 or (337) 433-0122
Hours: Call for individual times
Services: After school programs from Tuesdays to Thursdays 3:00 p.m to 6:00 p.m. for 4th graders and up. Also social
services, mental health and pastoral care.
Website: www.gsmmbc.net
Grief and Trauma Resolution Center
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 4129 Common Street / Lake Charles, LA 70607
Phone: (337) 477-0079
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: Individual, Couples, Family, and Group therapy for chronic illness, traumatic injuries, victims of crime, and
also grief.
Website: www.griefandtraumacenter.com
Habibi Shriner's
Category: Healthcare / Medical Services
Address: 2928 Pack Road / Lake Charles, LA 70615
Phone: (337) 436-9728
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services: To help with the needs of families with children attending the Shriner Hospitals. All monies raised locally, stay
locally.
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Habitat for Humanity
Category: Housing Assistance
Address: P.O. Box 638 / Lake Charles, LA 70602
Phone: (337) 497-0129
Hours: 8:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m.
Services: Habitat for Humanity International is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry, working in partnership with
people in need to build and renovate decent, affordable housing. The houses then are sold to those in need at no profit and
with no interest charged.
Website: www.habitat.org
Harbour House-ETC
Category: Residential Homes / Shelters
Address: 3200 Aster St., Apt. 1 and Apt. 4 / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 477-0513
Hours: 24 hour residential
Services: Emergency shelter for children.
Website: www.etc-youth.org
Head Start
Category: Education and Testing
Address: 1618 Mill Street, 2200 Elder Street, and 100 North Prater, Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: 337-271-4211
Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m./ Monday-Friday
Services: Preschool child development program which involves parents and the community in four component areas: education,
health, social services, transition, and parent involvement.
Website: www.cpsb.org
Helping Hands Counseling
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 3519 Patrick Street Suite 245 / Lake Charles, LA 70605
Phone: (337) 477-2407
Hours: Call for individual times
Services: To assist recipients in coping with the symptoms of their mental illness and reduce the disabling effects that makes it
difficult for a recipient to function within their home, school, and community. Medicaid Funded.
Website: No Website Available
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Housing Authority of Lake Charles
Category: Housing Assistance
Address: 800 Bilbo Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 436-7628
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: Provides rental assistance to low and moderate- income families.
Website: www.lcha-housing.org
Institute For Neuropsychiatry
Category: Psychiatrists
Address: 2829 4th Ave, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-477-7091
Hours: 8-5
Services: Dr. Afzal Dr. Archer Dr. Babber Dr. Murphy Dr. Syed Dr. Yadalam
Website: www.ifnlc.com
Institute for Neuropsychiatry
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 2829 Fourth Avenue, Suite 150 / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 477-7091
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: Mental health and substance abuse counseling; physician services and counselor
services.
Website: www.ifnlc.com
Jana Wofford, LPC
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 2605 Maplewood Drive, Sulphur, LA
Phone: 337-626-8272
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
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Jeanne' Wolf- LPC, LMFT
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 2829 4th Avenue, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-477-7091
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Jeannie Spracklen- MS, LPC, LMFT
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 614 Esplanade Street, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-478-1411
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Jerry Whiteman
Category: Psychologist
Address: 2829 4th Ave, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-477-7091
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Job Corps
Category: Employment Services
Address: Specific sites in Region 6
Phone: 1-800-733-JOBS
Hours: Students live on campus
Services: Students can achieve their education in Job Corps, earn a GED, receive a high school diploma, or take
advanced training courses.
Website: www.jobcorps.dol.gov
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K.I.D.Z. Inc.
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 109 East Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 497-1002
Hours: Call for individual times
Services: Resolving problems with play therapy.
Website: www.kidzinc.com
Kathy Chovanee-MA, LPC, LMFT
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 300 E. McNeese Street, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-474-7090
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Kay Dore' Counseling Clinic
Category: Counseling Services
Address: P.O. Box 91895; McNeese State University / Lake Charles, LA 70609
Phone: (337) 475-5981
Hours: Weekdays when the University is in session
Services: Provides mental health services for low-income families.
Website: No Website Available
Kelly Services
Category: Employment Services
Address: One Lakeside Plaza Suite 608 / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 437-7997
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 and 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: Temporary to Full-Time, and Direct placements.
Website: www.kellyservices.com
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KIDMED
Category: Healthcare / Medical Services
Address: 5700 Florida Boulevard, 10th Floor / Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Phone: (800) 259-4444
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services: All medical services for children.
Website: www.la-kidmed.com
Koni Bridges, LCSW
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 2605 Maplewood Drive, Sulphur, LA
Phone: 337-626-8272
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
LaCAN
Category: Legal Services
Address: P.O. Box 3455 / Baton Rouge, LA 70821
Phone: (225) 342-1970 (fax for referral form)
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services: Linking lawmakers and families to make a difference for individuals with disabilities.
Website: www.lacanadvocates.org
Lake Charles Addictive Disorders Clinc (LCADC)
Category: Alcohol/Drug Abuse/Gambling
Address: 3505 5th Avenue Suite B / Lake Charles, LA 70607
Phone: (337) 475-4855
Hours: 8 AM - 9:30 PM, MON, WED, THURS, 8 - 4:30 PM, TUE, FRI, CLOSED WEEKENDS, STATE HOLIDAYS
Services: Lake Charles ADC offers day and night education & treatment programs, as well as psychosocial assessments,
integrated counseling services & referral for detoxification services, inpatient treatment and halfway house placement. No-cost,
open orientation held every Monday at 12:45 p.m., for those interested in learning about services. Priority populations include
individuals who are either pregnant, using a needle to inject drugs (IVDU), women with dependent children and/or HIV +.
Admission criteria for services: LA resident, at least 12 years of age, problem substance use and/or gambling. Treatment
services are available for males and females, including adolescents (ages 12 - 18). Fee for service is on a sliding scale, based
on income of the family unit. No one is refused service because of inability to pay. Will file with private insurance.
Medicaid/Medicaire accepted.
Website: www.addictionsla.org
Lake Charles Memorial Hospital
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Category: Healthcare / Medical Services
Address: 1701 Oak Park Boulevard / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 494-3000
Hours: 24 hour care
Services: Women's services, extended care, trauma and emergency, cardiology services, breast health center, rehabilitation
services, neonatal intensive care unit, better sleep center, diabetes education, orthopedic services, skilled nursing, home health
care, LSU family practice residency program, medical / surgical facilities, pathology / clinic laboratory, pediatric intensive care,
telemedicine program, mental health services, cancer center, and wound care clinic.
Website: www.lcmh.com
Lake Charles Mental Health C.A.R.T.
Category: Emergency Services
Address: 4105 Kirkman Street / Lake Charles, LA 70607
Phone: (337) 475-8022
Hours: 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday through Friday
Services: *Screening and referral *Outpatient services *Acute Psychiatric Care *Pharmaceutical Services *Consultation and
Education *Mental Health Community Support Services for Adults *Mental Health Community Support Services for
Children/Youth *CART (Child Adolescent Response Team)
Website: www.dhh.louisiana.gov
Lake Charles Transit - Department of Public Works
Category: Transportation Services
Address: 4331 East Broad Street / Lake Charles, LA 70615
Phone: (337) 491-1253
Hours: Bus service is provided Monday through Friday from 5:45 A.M. through 5:45 P.M.
Services: The Department of Public Works Transit Division provides bus transportation for residents within the City of Lake
Charles. The Transit Division provides bus transportation for the City of Lake Charles. There is currently four (4) fixed routes
operating within the City. Routes are approximately fifty (45) minutes in length and culminate at the downtown terminal on Bilbo
Street. Reduced bus pass rate by bringing Medicaid card and ID to Sarah Shelton to get blue card to ride bus for $0.25
Website: www.cityoflakecharles.com
LCADC Satellite/Lydia's Outreach Center
Category: Alcohol/Drug Abuse/Gambling
Address: 2000 Opelousas St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: 337-493-5128
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., MON - FRI, CLOSED WEEKENDS, STATE HOLIDAYS
Services: Lydia's Oureach Center offers day education & treatment programs, as well as psychosocial assessments, integrated
counseling services & referral for detoxification services, inpatient treatment and halfway house placement. Priority populations
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include individuals who are either pregnant, using a needle to inject drugs (IVDU), women with dependent children and/or HIV
+. Admission criteria for services: LA resident, at least 18 years of age, problem substance use and/or gambling. Treatment
services are available for adult males and females. Fee for service is on a sliding scale, based on income of the family unit. No
one is refused service because of inability to pay. Will file with private insurance. Medicaid/Medicaire accepted.
Website: www.addictionsla.org
Liberty Healthcare
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 4673 Eugene Ware Boulevard / Bastrop, LA 71220
Phone: 318-281-2448
Hours: Short term inpatient care
Services: As short term inpatient psychiatric hospital serving those between the ages of 7 and 17 years of age for programs
such as psychiatric evaluation, behavior modification, group therapy, psychotropic medication management, individual
therapy, social skills training, family therapy, and art & leisure activities.
Website: www.libertyhealthcaresystems.com
Lighthouse Ministries
Category: Residential Homes / Shelters
Address: 180 Lighthouse Lane / Reeves, LA 70658
Phone: (337) 666-2678
Hours: 24 hour residential
Services: A home for unwed, pregnant young women.
Website: lighthouseministriesinc.org
Literacy Council of Southwest Louisiana
Category: Education and Testing
Address: 809 Kirby Street Suite 126 / Central School / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 494-7000
Hours: Individual tutoring sessions can be planned for day or evening to accommodate work schedules.
Services: Provides educational programs for adults and families, and works to increase public awareness of literacy issues.
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Lloyd Kelley-LCSW
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 2829 4th Avenue, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-477-7091
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Looking Over Your Shoulder Ministries
Category: Youth Services
Address: 2124 5th Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 433-9938
Hours: Call for an appointment
Services: A non-profit organization that believes that love, reconciliation and restoration are key components in restructuring
our disadvantaged youth of our community.
Website: No Website Available
Louisiana Children's Health Insurance Program (LaCHIP) & LaMOMS
Category: Healthcare / Medical Services
Address: P.O. Box 91278 / Baton Rouge, LA 70821
Phone: 1-877- 252-2447 (LaCHIP office)
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services: Health benefits for children under age 19 along with uninsured pregnant women.
Website: www.Dhh.state.la.us
Louisiana Lions Eye Foundation
Category: Healthcare / Medical Services
Address: 2020 Gravier Street Suite B / New Orleans, LA 70112
Phone: 1-800-441-5466
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: The Louisiana Lions Eye Foundation serves thousands of patients through eye exams, surgeries, the Low
Vision program and eyeglasses to help improve their vision. The Cubsight Program screens children to identify eye
diseases at an early stage. And the Lions of Louisiana, through the Louisiana Lions Eye Foundation, send recycled
eyeglasses to Third World countries.
Website: www.lionseye.org
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Louisiana Permanent Supported Housing Initiative
Category: Housing Assistance
Address: 4105 Kirkman Street / Lake Charles, LA 70607
Phone: (337) 475-8022
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services: PSH are special rental apartments that come with supports for people who have difficulty living successfully
in community and may become homeless or institutionalized without the supports.
Website: www.doa.louisinana.gov
Louisiana Rehabilitation Services
Category: Parent Resources / Support Groups
Address: 3616 Kirkman Street / Lake Charles, LA 70605
Phone: (337) 475-8038
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: Vocational Rehabilitation, the flagship program of Louisiana Rehabilitation Services, is a one-stop career
development program that offers individuals with disabilities a wide range of services designed to provide them with the skills,
resources, attitudes, and expectations needed to compete in the interview process, get the job, keep the job, and develop a
lifetime career.
Website: www.dss.state.la.us
Louisiana State Employment
Category: Employment Services
Address: 1201 North Third Street, Suite 3-280, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Phone: 1-866-783-5462
Hours: Call for hours.
Services: The Department of Civil Service is the central personnel agency for the state of louisiana. Our goal is to help state
agencies manage their human resources so that they may provide the most effective service to the citizens of Louisiana. In pursuit of
this goal, we administer a comprehensive merit-based personnel management program. Our policies are founded upon the
principles of equal pay for equal work, equal opportunity, ability based employment and promotion, and freedom from political
influence.
Website: www.civilservice.la.gov
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Louisiana Temporary Assistance for Needy Families Funds (TANF)
Category: Education and Testing
Address: 1201 North Third Street Commissioners Office, Suite 7-230 Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70802
Phone: 800-706-8263
Hours: Program Through Sowela Tech
Services: Programs that focuses on three areas: education and literacy, employment, and family stability.
Website: www.doa.louisiana.gov/tanf
Louisiana Transit
Category: Transportation Services
Address: 2424 3rd Street / Lake Charles, LA 70602
Phone: (337) 437-3467
Hours: 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. / Monday - Saturday
Services: To provide Louisiana with economical, efficient, and effective transit systems and to provide seamless
intermodal connections throughout the State.
Website: www.dotd.state.la.us
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Category: Financial Assistance
Address: Calcasieu Parish Allen P. August Multi-Purpose Center
Phone: (337) 437-3560
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Appointment only
Services: To assist residents in Calcasieu Parish to meet the financial needs of their fuel costs.
Website: www.lhfa.louisiana.gov
LSU Ag Center
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 7101 Gulf Highway / Lake Charles, LA 70607
Phone: (337) 475-8812
Hours: Call for individual times
Services: Health counseling, family financial counseling, family life issues: parenting classes, communication skills, and
divorce issues.
Website: www.lsuagcenter.com
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Manpower
Category: Employment Services
Address: 1 Lakeshore Drive / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 431-7134
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 / Monday - Friday
Services: Manpower Inc. is a world leader in the employment services industry, offering employers permanent, temporary
and contract recruitment and employee assessment.
Website: www.manpower.com
March of Dimes
Category: Parent Resources / Support Groups
Address: 101 Jomela Drive / Lafayette, LA 70503
Phone: (337) 474-8501
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: Dedicated to improving the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality
Website: www.marchofdimes.com/louisiana
McNeese State University
Category: Education and Testing
Address: P.O. Box 92895 / Lake Charles, LA 70609
Phone: (337) 475-5504
Hours: see class schedules per semester
Services: Two year Associates Degree, Four year Bachelor’s Degree, and Continuing Education classes.
Website: www.mcneese.edu
Medicine Assistance Program
Category: Financial Assistance
Address: P.O. Box 630217 Miami, FL 33163-0217
Phone: 800-921-0072
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services: Patient assistance program provides prescription medications to needy patients who do not have drug
coverage through either private and/or government health plans.
Website: www.freemedicineprogram.com
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Molly Larson-LPC
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 2829 4th Avenue, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-477-7091
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
MSU Project for the Treatment of Problem Gambling
Category: Alcohol/Drug Abuse/Gambling
Address: 4205 Ryan Street / Lake Charles, LA 70609
Phone: (337) 475-5964
Hours: By appointment.
Services: The MSU Project for the Treatment of Problem Gambling is dedicated to the provision of outcome-based
psychosocial and behavioral treatment for individuals in Southwestern Louisiana parishes (Allen, Beauregard,
Calcasieu, Cameron, and Jeff Davis parishes) with gambling problems. The Project is associated with the Department
of Psychology at McNeese State University in Farrar Hall on the MSU campus. Our counselors are specifically trained
in the treatment of problem gambling. The Project provides professional and confidential treatment services to those
with gambling problems - free of charge
Website: www.mcneese.edu/gamblers
NAMI of Southwest Louisiana
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 524 South Ryan Street / Christus St. Patrick’s Garber Auditorium
Phone: (337) 433-0219
Hours: Thursday Evenings @ 6:30 p.m.
Services: An 8 week education course for friends and families of persons with chronic mental health.
Website: www.nami.org
Nanette Prejean-Territa- MA, LPC
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 300 East McNeese Street, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-474-4771
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
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Narcotics Anonymous
Category: Alcohol/Drug Abuse/Gambling
Address: 324 Ryan Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 439-5733
Hours: Call for meeting times.
Services: Narcotics Anonymous provides a recovery process and support network inextricably linked together. One of
the keys to NA's success is the therapeutic value of addicts working with other addicts. Members share their successes
and challenges in overcoming active addiction and living drug-free productive lives through the application of the
principles contained within the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions of NA.
Website: www.na.org
New Beginnings Addiction Recovery Center
Category: Alcohol/Drug Abuse/Gambling
Address: 1649 Linwood Loop / Opelousas, LA 70570
Phone: (337) 942-1171
Hours: 24 hour care
Services: A dual diagnosis facility offering care to individuals aged 13 to 25 recovering from addiction and similar
problematic lifestyles.
Website: www.newbeg.com
New Horizons Counseling Center
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 614 Esplanade Street / Lake Charles, LA 70607
Phone: (337) 478-1411
Hours: Call for individual times
Services: Areas of Expertise: Children dealing with various issues such as behavioral problems, poor grades and study skills,
anxiety, anger, self-esteem, depression, ADHD, conduct, disorder, adoption, custody battles as well as family relationships.
Website: www.new-horizons.org
OB Care
Category: Healthcare / Medical Services
Address: 1420 18th Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 562-0510
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: OB Care provides the prenatal continuity of care that is critical for a healthy pregnancy and delivery. Staff monitors
patients, watchful of blood pressure, potential early delivery, or low birth weight, among other issues.
Website: www.lsuhospitals.org
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Office of Citizens with Developmental Disabilities
Category: Parent Resources / Support Groups
Address: 3501 Fifth Avenue, Suite C-2 / Lake Charles, LA 70607
Phone: (337) 475-8045
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: The Louisiana Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities (OCDD) is the agency through which the State
of Louisiana provides supports and services to children and adults with developmental disabilities. These disabilities
include mental retardation, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism and other related conditions.
Website: dhh.louisiana.gov
Office of Community Service
Category: Emergency Services
Address: 1919 Kirkman Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 491-2545
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Monday – Friday / 24 Hotline
Services: Child protection, Family services, Foster care, and Adoptions are handled from this office.
Website: www.dss.state.la.us
Office of Community Services-Child Protective Services (OCS)
Category: Abuse Protection
Address: 1919 Kirkman Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 491-2545
Hours: (337) 491-2545
Services: Child protection, Family services, Foster care, and Adoptions are handled from this office.
Website: www.dss.state.la.us
Office of Family Support
Category: Financial Assistance
Address: 1639 Ryan Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 491-2211
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: *Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) - Provides assistance to parents to help pay for the child care they
need to work or attend school or training*Family Independence Temporary Assistance Program (FITAP) - Provides
temporary cash assistance to families in need*Food Stamp Program - Provides monthly benefits that help low income
households buy the food they need for good health.*Louisiana Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) State
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Plan - Sets forth the criteria for operation of the Family Independence Temporary Assistance Program (FITAP)*Kinship
Care Subsidy Program (KCSP) - Provides cash assistance for eligible children who reside with qualified relatives other
than parents.
Website: www.dss.state.la.gov
Office of Juvenile Justice Services
Category: Youth Services
Address: 3615 East Prien Lake Road / Lake Charles, LA 70615
Phone: (337) 721-3900
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: The Office of Juvenile Justice Services provides rehabilitative services and secure confinement for
Calcasieu Parish juvenile offenders under 17 years of age. In addition, programs and services for juveniles and
families provide early intervention with youth at risk of entering the criminal justice system and coordination of services
designed to increase family functioning.
Website: www.cppj.net
Office of Youth Development
Category: Youth Services
Address: 840 Bayou Pines West / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 491-2833
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: Acting on behalf of the public safety by preventing or deterring delinquent behavior.
Website: www.oyd.louisiana.gov
Potter's House
Category: Residential Homes / Shelters
Address: 3233 Kirkman Street / Lake Charles, LA 70607
Phone: (337) 477-1116
Hours: Emergency shelter
Services: Unaccompanied women, single parent families with children, and any homeless woman that does not have a
chronic mental illness.
Website: Pottershouse.faithweb.com
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Prevent Child Abuse Louisiana (PCAL)
Category: Abuse Protection
Address: 715 Ryan Street, Suite 105, United Way Building, Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 494-1544
Hours: Call for hours
Services: Hotline offers crisis intervention, support, and referrals to community resources to help reduce the likelihood for
abusive and/or neglectful behavior.
Website: www.pcal.org
Professional Counseling Services
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 1445 Sam Houston Jones Pkwy / Lake Charles, LA 70611
Phone: (337) 855-1382
Hours: Call for individual times
Services: Specializing in Dysfunctional families and trauma issues. Individual, Marital, and family counseling.
Website: No Website Available
Professional Counseling Specialities
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 2605 Maplewood Drive / Lake Charles, LA 70605
Phone: (337) 477-0079
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: Counseling for behavioral and conduct problems, anxiety, anger, oppositional and defiant behavior, abuse,
emotional trauma, grief, and any other issues.
Website: www.professionalcounselingspecialties.com
Build a Future - Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church
Category: Housing Assistance
Address: 1102 Mill Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 439-2646
Hours: Call for appointment
Services: A non-profit corporation committed to building and selling quality, affordable housing. Call to obtain an
application.
Website: No Website Available
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Public Defender's Office
Category: Legal Services
Address: 900 Ryan Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 436-1718
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: Provides legal representation to indigent defendants who have been charged criminally and who are unable to pay
for an attorney.
Website: No Website Available
Rape Crisis Outreach
Category: Emergency Services
Address: P.O. Box 276 / Lake Charles, LA 70602
Phone: (337) 494-7273
Hours: Counselors on call 24 hours a day
Services: An informational and emotional support system for sexual assault/abuse victims.
Website: No Website Available
Red Cross Shelter
Category: Residential Homes / Shelters
Address: 3512 Kirkman Street / Lake Charles, LA 70607
Phone: (337) 478-5122
Hours: Call for hours
Services: Emergency Shelter
Website: www.swla-redcross.org
Resource Management Services
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 617 Drew Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 437-4014
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: Provides services for families, individuals, couples, adolescents, and children for parenting and adolescent
issues, depression, marriage and family issues, school related problems, antisocial/oppositional behaviors, and grief.
Medicaid Funded.
Website: No Website Available
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Rhonda Smith- MSW, LCSW
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 724 Clarence Street, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-433-7222
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Rick Proffitt-BCSAC
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 217 South Ryan Street, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-430-0444
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Ron Rush-LCSW, LMFT
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 2829 4th Avenue, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-477-7091
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Safe and Drug Free Schools - Title IV
Category: Alcohol/Drug Abuse/Gambling
Address: 1724 Kirkman Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 491-1791
Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: The Calcasieu Parish School System is committed to providing a comprehensive drug prevention and school safety
program for all students. Through the collaborative efforts of schools, parents, law enforcement, community agencies, and
Partners-in-Education, students will become less vulnerable to drugs and violence as they become empowered to regulate
and control their own behavior. Education and life skills training are cornerstone in our program. The development of more
confident, productive individuals who have positive interpersonal skills and the ability to make wise decisions will, ultimately,
provide our community with citizens who can sustain safe, drug-free lives.
Website: www.ed.gov
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Safety Council of SWLA
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 1201 Ryan Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 436-3354
Hours: 7a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Thursday and Friday 7a.m.to 12:00 p.m.
Services: We were appointed by our courts to administer court ordered classes/programs and keep record of completion or
non-completion of court ordered requirements for both juvenile and adult offenders. A few of the courses we offer are Driver
Improvement, Substance Abuse Studies, Community Service, Anger Management Class, and Corrective Behavior Class. Our
classes are held in Lake Charles, Sulphur, Deridder, and Cameron Louisiana.
Website: www.safetycouncilswla.org
Salvation Army Center of Hope
Category: Residential Homes / Shelters
Address: 3020 Legion Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 433-4155
Hours: Check in time is from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Services: For single men, married couples with children, married couples without children.
Website: www.salvationarmy.org
Sam Armer, LCSW
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 2605 Maplewood Drive
Phone: 337-626-8272
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Samaritan Counseling Center of Imperial Calcasieu
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 833 Hodges Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 433-4357
Hours: :30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday and other times by appointment
Services: This is a non-profit agency providing confidential pastoral counseling in an inter-faith setting, through the use of
insights from the disciplines of theology and the behavioral sciences.
Website: www.samaritanswla.org
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Scott Riviere-MS, LPC
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 109 East Street, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-497-1002
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Sheila Gilley-LPC
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 2829 4th Avenue, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-477-7091
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
Shepherd's Way Counseling
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 710 West Prien Lake Road / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 478-1616
Hours: Call for individual times
Services: Abuse Issues, Anxiety, Depression, Divorce Recovery, Grief.
Website: No Website Available
Sister Diane Depwe
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 1445 Sam Houston Jones Parkway, Moss Bluff, LA
Phone: 337-855-1382
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
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Social Security Office
Category: Financial Assistance
Address: 825 Ryan Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 433-0643
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: Medicare prescription drug program, retirement, disability, and survivor benefits.
Website: www.socialsecurity.gov
Southwest Legal Services
Category: Legal Services
Address: 1011 Lakeshore Drive; 4th Floor / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 436-3308
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services: Legal Aid
Website: www.swlalegalservices.com
Southwest Louisiana AIDS Council
Category: Healthcare / Medical Services
Address: 1715 Common Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 439-5861
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: SLAC is a non-profit community-based organization supported in part by grants from the HIV/AIDS Program of the
Louisiana Office of Public Health, Department of Health and Hospitals. These grants provide HIV Prevention programs as well
as a variety of services to persons living with HIV and AIDS. SLAC is also a member agency of the United Way of Southwest
Louisiana, Inc. which provides funding for HIV educational programs including our Teen Peer Project. In addition, fundraisers,
memorials, and other donations support the agency's mission.
Website: www.slac.org
Southwest Louisiana Attorney Referral Service
Category: Legal Services
Address: 1011 Lakeshore Drive / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 436-2914
Hours: Referral service
Services: Provides referrals to attorneys that specialize in the services they render.
Website: No Website Available
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Southwest Louisiana Autism Society
Category: Parent Resources / Support Groups
Address: P.O. Box 1805 / Lake Charles, LA 70602
Phone: (337) 855-2068
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: Monthly support group meetings. Lending library. Workshops. Annual Christmas Party. Summer Camp. Stipends for
classrooms. Conference stipends for members. Representation of the LA State Autism Chapter.
Website: www.autism-society.org
Southwest Louisiana Homeless Coalition
Category: Housing Assistance
Address: 807 Dumatrait Lane / Lake Charles, LA 70615
Phone: (337) 433-6282
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services: Transitional Housing for mothers with children who are victims of domestic violence. Continuum of care housing
program for mentally or physically ill persons.
Website: No Website Available
Southwest Louisiana Independence Center
Category: Parent Resources / Support Groups
Address: 1202-C Kirkman Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 477-7194
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: The mission of Southwest Louisiana Independence Center (SLIC) is to provide Information and Referral,
Advocacy, Peer Counseling and other Independent Living Services, to develop community options for persons with
significant disabilities in Southwest and South Central Louisiana, and to assist them in achieving and maintaining selfsufficient, productive lives.
Website: www.slic-la.org
Southwest Louisiana Law Center
Category: Legal Services
Address: 1011 Lakeshore Drive, Magnolia Building Suite 400 / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 436-3308
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday call to schedule appointment
Services: Free legal help for low income, without insurance, unemployed Calcasieu residents.
Website: www.swlalawcenter.com
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Southwest Louisiana Marine Institute
Category: Education and Testing
Address: 215 Cocodrie Lane, Ragley, LA 70657
Phone: (337) 725-9003
Hours: Call for scheduled times for specific programs.
Services: A non-profit community based education and behavior modification program that receives both public and private
funds to operate a program for youth ages 12 to 17 years of age.
Website: www.amikids.org
Sowela Technical College
Category: Education and Testing
Address: 3820 J Bennett Johnston Avenue / Lake Charles, LA 70615-6829
Phone: (337) 491-2688 or 1-800-256-0483
Hours: See class schedules per semester
Services: SOWELA Technical Community College is a public, comprehensive technical community college offering programs
including associate degrees, diplomas and technical certificates as well as noncredit courses. The college is committed to
accessible and affordable quality education, relevant training, and retraining by providing post-secondary academic and
technical education to meet the educational advancement and workforce development needs of the community.
Website: www.sowela.edu
Speech and Hearing Center
Category: Therapeutic Services
Address: 1770 Engleside / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 430-5398
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: Provide speech, language, hearing and swallowing services to all ages of patients. Service applies to: birth
through geriatric with speech, hearing or swallowing disorders.
Website: No Website Available
Springs of Recovery
Category: Alcohol/Drug Abuse/Gambling
Address: 23260 Greenwell Springs Road / Greenwell Springs, LA 70739
Phone: 225-262-3586
Hours: 24 hour
Services: In-patient treatment for drug dependent adolescents ages 12-17. Single point of entry for ADAC.
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St. Patrick's Hospital-Recovery Center
Category: Alcohol/Drug Abuse/Gambling
Address: 524 South Ryan Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 436-2511
Hours: 24 hour care
Services: Through our expert professionals and comprehensive programs, we provide services in the following areas:
Abuse, Aging, Alcohol, Anxiety, Crisis Intervention, Depression, Drugs, Family, Parenting and Stress.
Website: www.stpatrickhospital.org
Stages of Recovery
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 1510 Hodges Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 430-0444
Hours: Call for individual times
Services: Outpatient Substance abuse treatment Special Programs: Adolescents; Persons with co-occurring mental and
substance abuse disorders. Payment Accepted: Self payment; Private health insurance.
Website: No Website Available
Support Enforcement Services
Category: Legal Services
Address: 1417 Gadwell Street / Lake Charles, La. 70601
Phone: (337) 491-2154
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: *Parent Locate Service *Paternity Establishment Establishing Orders (Guidelines for Determination of Child
Support)*Enforcing Orders *Collection and Distribution
Website: www.dss.state.la.us
Suzanna Creel-LCSW
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 2829 4th Avenue, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-477-7091
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
Website: No Website Available
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SWLA Center for Health Services
Category: Healthcare / Medical Services
Address: 2000 Opelousas Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 439-9983
Hours: Weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. except Tuesdays 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Services: Pediatric medicine, internal medicine, obstetrics / gynecology, family practice, kidmed / immunization, WIC, nutrition
counseling, social services, radiology, laboratory, pharmacy, and health education.
Website: www.swlahealth.org
The Psychology Clinic
Category: Counseling Services
Address: 2000 Southwood Drive / Lake Charles, LA 70605
Phone: (337) 474-2682
Hours: Call for individual times
Services: Anxiety, Life Transitions, Stress, Trauma, Adjustment Disorders, Parenting Issues, Chronic Mental Illness, Relational
Difficulties, Depression, Behavioral Disorders, and more.
Website: No Website Available
Transitional Living Program-ETC La Maison de Grace
Category: Residential Homes / Shelters
Address: 3202 Aster Street Apartment D / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 477-2434
Hours: Residential
Services: Independent living program for ages 17-21 that are homeless or at imminent risk of being homeless that are nonviolent, and not involved with drugs or alcohol.
Website: www.etc-youth.org
Truancy Assessment Service Center
Category: Youth Services
Address: 2423 6th Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 439-8038
Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: Truancy Court, Truancy Intervention, Truancy Workshops, Parenting Workshops.
Website: www.cppj.net
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United Christian Fellowship Ministries
Category: Education and Testing
Address: 2900 East Opelousas Street / Lake Charles, LA 70615
Phone: (337) 433-1517
Hours: Call for program times
Services: A program designed for youth ages 14 to 21 who are deficient in basic literacy skills, are low income, have dropped
out of school, homeless, a runaway or a foster child, someone who is pregnant or parenting, an offender, a disabled youth or is
a member of a family receiving public assistance. Program Elements are:*Tutoring, GED preparation. Occupational Skills
Training, Adult Mentoring, Supportive Services, Comprehensive Guidance and Counseling, Foundations of Fatherhood,
Daughters of Excellence . Additional trainings include personal hygiene, etiquette, culinary skills development and an exposure
to liberal arts.
Website: www.ucfministries.net
University United Methodist Church
Category: Parent Resources / Support Groups
Address: 3501 Patrick Street / Lake Charles, LA 70605
Phone: (337) 477-2003
Hours: Meet every Tuesday night at 6:00 p.m. Contact Mickey Shannon
Services: Faith based "CIRCLE UP SUPPORT GROUP" for consumers of mental health services.
Website: www.universitymethodist.com
Upward Bound Tutorial Program
Category: Education and Testing
Address: 1408 Jackson Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 436-0129
Hours: 3:45 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.
Services: After school tutoring.
Website: No Website Available
Ursula Broussard-MSW, LCSW
Category: Counselors/Social Workers
Address: 1301 Common Street, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: 337-562-8100
Hours: 8-5
Services: Call for details.
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USDA Office-FHA Rural Development Housing Program
Category: Housing Assistance
Address: Hale Boggs Federal Building, 500 Poydras Street, 9th Floor, New Orleans, LA 70130
Phone: (337) 436-5020
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: Build, buy or repair program for low income property owners.
Website: www.hud.gov
Vision USA
Category: Healthcare / Medical Services
Address: 243 Lindbergh Boulevard / St. Louis, Missouri 63141
Phone: 1-800-766-4466
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Services: VISION USA can help these people by providing basic eye health and vision care services free of charge to the
many uninsured low-income people and their families who have no other means of obtaining care.
Website: www.aoa.org
Volunteers of America
Category: Parent Resources / Support Groups
Address: 340 Kirby Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 497-0034
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: *Foster family and residential care for abused, neglected or abandoned children *Child care referral services
*Emergency aid and shelter for homeless families *Community-based services for people with mental illness or
development disabilities *Affordable housing for the elderly and people with disabilities *Case management, nutrition and
housing service for people with HIV/AIDS *ISC staffing
Website: www.voa.org
W.O. Moss Regional Hospital
Category: Healthcare / Medical Services
Address: 1000 Walters Street / Lake Charles, LA 70605
Phone: (337) 475-8100
Hours: 24 hours a day
Services: Emergency and general medical care, also general medical care clinic (call for scheduled times).
Website: www.lsuhospitals.org
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West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital
Category: Healthcare / Medical Services
Address: 701 Cypress Street / Sulphur, LA 70663
Phone: (337) 527-7034
Hours: 24 hour care
Services: Advanced wound care, cardiology, emergency medical services, home health, laboratory services, maternity,
peripheral vascular imaging, pharmacy, radiology, physical medicine / therapy, respiratory care, and surgical services.
Website: www.wcch.com
Whistle Stop
Category: Parent Resources / Support Groups
Address: 1518 18th Street / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 562-2344
Hours: Call for hours
Services: The mission of the Whistle Stop is to provide a safe and secure environment to promote the welfare of the
children and parents during visits and exchanges, in coordination with the legislative findings in the Louisiana PostSeparation Family Violence Relief Act.
Website: No Website Available
Willstaff Worldwide
Category: Employment Services
Address: 1 Lakeshore Drive / Lake Charles, LA 70601
Phone: (337) 433-3003
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Monday - Friday
Services: Offering opportunities for success to those looking to take their career in a new direction.
Website: www.willstaff.net
Youth Academy
Category: Youth Services
Address: 400 John Allison Drive / Alexandria, LA 71303
Phone: 318-449-4366
Hours: 90 day programs
Services: The Louisiana Youth Academy's purpose is to provide an organization that will support the gap between detention
and shelter care for non-adjudicated juveniles who need structure and behavior modification training.
Website: www.rpso.org
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Youth Challenge Program
Category: Youth Services
Address: Camp Beauregard- 505 F Street / Pineville, LA 71360; Camp Minden- 200 Louisiana Blvd / Minden, LA 71055;
Gillis Long Center- 5445 Point Clair Road Bldg 20 / Carville, LA 70721
Phone: Phone: (888) 588-9311; Phone: (800) 498-6676; Phone:(800) 243-0911
Hours: 5-month treatment facility
Services: The National Guard Youth Challenge Program, a preventive rather than remedial at-risk youth program, targets
participants who are unemployed, drug-free and law-free high-school dropouts, 16 to 18 years of age.
Website: www.ngycp.org
Evidence Based Practices (EBPs) are programs and services that have been demonstrated by research to
improve behavior (Ex: Multisystemic Therapy and Functional Family Therapy)
Are Evidence Based Practices being used in your community?
YES
NO
Please select Evidence Based Practices available in your community
Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
Functional Family Therapy (FFT)
Multisystemic Therapy (MST)
Life Skills Training
Nurse-Family Partnership
Promoting Alternative Thinking Strategies (PATHS)
The Incredible Years (IYS)
Project Towards No Drug Abuse (Project TND)
Other
Please list any additional EBPs available in your community and include if research has shown
that each program is effective in helping children
Wyman Teen Outreach Program
Adolescent Community Reinforcement (A-CRA)
Assertive Community Care (ACC)
The Cannabis Youth Treatment (CYT) ** Note: These programs are newly implemented are
under evaluation at this time.
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Please list the 5 most frequently used programs in your community and select how/why each program is
used
1. Functional Family Therapy
Prevention
Intervention
EBP
Cost Effective
Intervention
EBP
Cost Effective
Intervention
EBP
Cost Effective
Intervention
EBP
Cost Effective
Intervention
EBP
Cost Effective
2. Multisystemic Therapy
Prevention
3. General Counseling
Prevention
4. Big Brothers/Big Sisters
Prevention
5. 100 Black Men
Prevention
Section 3: Community Assessment
Identifying the needs of children and youth at risk for, or identified with social, emotional, or
developmental problems, what services are available within the community for these youth, and
determining where gaps exist
Has the board ever completed a community assessment?
YES
NO
Please describe the process used to complete the community assessment
At the January 10, 2006 meeting of the Planning Board, proposed timelines were established to continue
the work of the Board, and the community assessment.
The Needs Assessment committee’s goal is to assess the risk and needs of children and families in
Calcasieu Parish. The committee made several revisions to the assessment instrument developed in
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2005 and conducted a pilot survey at a community meeting sponsored by Families and Friends of
Louisiana’s Incarcerated Children in March. Following further revisions, surveys were distributed to all
Planning Board members, who in turn disseminated the surveys in agencies or other areas represented
by board members. Several hundred surveys were returned and compiled. From there the needs of the
community were assessed.
In July, 2008 a further needs assessment was conducted during a planning board retreat. This
information was compiled into the strategic plan.
When was the most recent assessment completed?
2008
Note: The Junior League of Lake Charles, Inc. has completed a preliminary community assessment study.
The CCYPB will review this study when final draft is presented to the community to determine if any
needs of the community fall under the purview of the CCYPB.
Section 4: Comprehensive Plan
A strategic plan outlining how to best address the needs of children and youth in the community as
determined by the community assessment, including measurable goals and objectives which are
evaluated annually to ensure effectiveness
Has the board completed a comprehensive plan?
If so please provide a copy
YES
NO
When was the most recent comprehensive plan completed? 2009 Plan, completed in July, 2008
Was the plan shared with the board’s establishing authority (e.g. city council, parish council, etc.)?
YES
NO
Section 5: Information Sharing
Sharing personally identifiable client data across agencies in accordance with federal, state, or local
statutes for the purpose of creating a coordinated case plan or to facilitate decisions
In your community, do child serving agencies share information about the children whom they serve?
YES
NO
Please describe which agencies share information, what information is shared, and how information is
shared (i.e. verbally, electronic records, etc.)
Most information between agencies are shared verbally or in writing through signed Releases of
Information, or no release is necessary if the information sharing is protected in the Louisiana Revised
Statutes or federal laws. We are moving towards electronic sharing of information between OJJS, courts,
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DA, law enforcement and Harbour House Children’s Shelter. OJJS also has a Memorandum of
Understanding with the Calcasieu Parish School Board and the Safety Council of Southwest Louisiana.
Are information sharing agreements in place?
YES, all agencies sharing information have information sharing agreements in place
YES, some (A FEW) agencies sharing information have information sharing agreements in place
NORMALLY Information sharing takes place informally
Section 6: Technical Assistance
Please select areas in which the Children’s Cabinet can provide assistance
Membership Outreach
Technical Assistance Creating By-Laws
Technical Assistance Conducting a Community Assessment
Technical Assistance Creating Information Sharing Agreements or Memorandums of Understanding
Evidence Based Practice Training
Technical Assistance Creating a Comprehensive Plan
Funding Resources
Section 7: Planning Board Overview
Please complete this section only if your board has not had continuous and active membership since
2008, the board has not submitted a report since 2008, or if your community has recently experienced a
significant population shift
Parish Name Calcasieu
NOTE: Calcasieu’s planning board has been in continuous operation since
2008, however because Calcasieu has experienced some growth since the last report this section was
completed.
Rural
Urban
(NOTE: With the exception of the city of Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish is
considered a rural area.
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Children Youth and Planning Board
2011 Annual Report
Total Population:
Racial Makeup
192,768 * According to the 2010 U.S. Census
White: 70.8% Black: 24.8%
Asian: .08%
**Population
Hispanic : 2.3%
American Indian or Alaskan Native: 1.1%
0 – 19: 25.8%
20 – 24: 10.30%
25 – 44: 28.7%
45 – 64: 21.85% 65+: 11.9%
** According to the 2010 U.S. Census
Major Cities : Lake Charles is the principal city, with others such as: Sulphur, Westlake, Iowa, DeQuincy,
Vinton
Median Income: $43,534
Unemployment Rate: 6.9% (July, 2011)
Universities:
McNeese State University, Sowela Technical College, Delta Technical College
Major Employers: Calcasieu Parish School Board, McNeese State University, Local Chemical Plants
Major Churches: First Baptist Church of Lake Charles, Trinity Baptist Church, Our Lady Queen of Heaven
Catholic Church, Our Lady of Good Shepard, First United Pentecostal Church, First United Methodist
Church, Greater St. Mary Baptist Church, New Sunlight Baptist Church, United Christian Fellowship
Non-Profits or Civic Organizations:
Harbour House Children’s Shelter, Rape Crisis, Calcasieu Women’s
Shelter, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Educational and Treatment Council, Kiwanis, Optimist, Family and
Youth Counseling, United Way, NAMI
Inception of Board
Date of Board Formation : January 6, 2005
Does the board have a copy of the board’s establishing ordinance?
If so please provide a copy
YES
NO
Frequency of board meetings : Bi-Monthly
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Please state the board’s mission statement
It is the mission of the Calcasieu Parish Children and Youth Planning Board to participate in the
formulation and preparation of a comprehensive plan for services and programs for children and youth
in Calcasieu Parish, as follows:
To assist in the development, implementation and operation of services which:
Encourage positive development,
Divert children and youth from the criminal justice and foster care system,
when appropriate
Reduce the number of commitments of youth to state institutions, and
Provide a community response to the growing rate of delinquency.
Board’s Goals and Objectives:
GOAL: To promote services which encourage positive development, diversion of children and youth
from the criminal justice and foster care systems, intervention, and treatment by creating a multidisciplinary continuum of care that includes education, treatment, and prevention programs for
children, diversion and early intervention in the lives of youth, and alternatives to incarceration
OBJECTIVES
1. To assist in the assessment, alignment, coordination, prioritization, and measurement of all
available services and programs that address the needs of children and youth.
2. Through collaborative efforts, to assess the needs of children and youth.
3. To assist in the development of a comprehensive plan to address identified needs
Please state the board’s vision: The Board has no vision statement
Please describe the process by which the mission and vision statements were created?
A By-laws committee was selected to recommend by-laws and develop a mission statement,
based on the enacting legislation, the needs of the children and families of the parish, and the will of
the board. The committee presented their recommendation to the board in May, 2008, at which time it
was adopted.
Has your board created by-laws?
If so please provide a copy
YES
NO
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