Who do I call first for disability services in Ascension Parish, Louisiana?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Louisiana vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Ascension Parish.

Is help available in Spanish in Ascension Parish?

Yes. This Ascension Parish guide includes Spanish-language support, and most Louisiana agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Ascension Parish?

For an immediate emergency call 911. For mental health crisis support call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), available 24/7. This page also lists local crisis resources where available.

Disability Services in Ascension Parish, Louisiana

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Ascension Parish, Louisiana. Find who to call first for early intervention, special education, Medicaid waivers, transition planning, employment supports, and crisis help, with Spanish-language support. Always call to confirm details, which can change.

Services covered in Ascension Parish

Early intervention (under 3) and special education / IEPs (ages 3–21)
Medicaid waivers and home- and community-based services
Vocational rehabilitation and supported employment
Transition planning, guardianship, and benefits
Crisis support: 911 for emergencies, 988 for mental health crisis

Local organizations in Ascension Parish

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Ascension Parish. Details change, so always call to confirm before you visit.

The Arc of Louisiana. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Capital Area Human Services — Donaldsonville Mental Health (225-621-5770, Donaldsonville)
Capitol City Family Health Center @ Donaldsonville (225-650-2000, Donaldsonville)
CCFHC at Donaldsonville High School (225-474-2730, Donaldsonville)
Donaldsonville Primary School (225-391-7600, Donaldsonville)
A Trusting Transition (225-229-3165, SAINT AMANT). In-home support
Amphd Therapeutic Connections (225-278-8919, PRAIRIEVILLE). Hearing & speech services
Angelic Personal Care Services, Llc (225-644-2326, GONZALES). Day program / habilitation
Angelic Services Llc (225-644-2326, GONZALES). Day program / habilitation
Allegiance Home Health Of Southeast Louisiana (985-348-3011, GONZALES)
Community Home Health Of Baton Rouge (225-465-1500, GONZALES)
Feliciana Home Health South (225-450-3294, GONZALES)
5 Starr Transportation, Llc (225-276-9452, PRAIRIEVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
8 Twelve Transpo Llc (985-224-6171, GONZALES). Ride service
A F Group Management Co (225-363-0118, PRAIRIEVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
A G Enterprises (225-754-2917, PRAIRIEVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Options For Living (225-746-0101, Donaldsonville)
Healthy Soul Kitchen Llc (225-408-9415, GONZALES). Meal program
The Forgotten War, Incorporated (225-286-9748, GONZALES). Home-delivered meals
Donaldsonville Area Arc Inc (DONALDSONVLLE)
Special Tuesday -Beau Porto (PRAIRIEVILLE)
Strides Of Louisiana (PRAIRIEVILLE)
The Arc Of East Ascension (GONZALES)
Access Health Care Services (504-606-4995, PRAIRIEVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Ascension Parish

These serve every county in Louisiana, including Ascension Parish.

Human Development Center. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Louisiana (800-960-7705). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council ((225) 342-6804). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Louisiana Assistive Technology Access Network (LATAN) ((225) 925-9500). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Families Helping Families of Jefferson (Louisiana PTI) ((504) 888-9111). Parent center: free special-education help for families

Other counties in Louisiana

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