Who do I call first for disability services in Bossier 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 Bossier Parish.

Is help available in Spanish in Bossier Parish?

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

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Bossier 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 Bossier Parish, Louisiana

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Bossier 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 Bossier 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 Bossier Parish

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Bossier 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
Bossier Community Health Center (318-648-0375, Bossier City)
CASSE OB/GYN Bossier Clinic (318-688-3350, Bossier City)
David Raines Community Health Centers, Inc. - Bossier (318-549-2500, Bossier City)
David Raines Community School Based Health Center- Bossier High School (318-549-6680, Bossier City)
Affective Concepts, Llc. (318-936-4946, BOSSIER CITY). Behavioral health agency
Anchor Health Care Llc (318-459-7960, BOSSIER CITY). Respite care
Applegate Health Services, Inc. (318-742-0500, BOSSIER CITY). Behavioral health agency
Arc Of Acadiana, Inc (318-742-6220, BOSSIER CITY). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Elara Caring (318-742-4026, BOSSIER CITY)
Vitalcaring Group (318-752-4662, BOSSIER CITY)
Abartllc (301-728-0693, BOSSIER CITY). Medical & accessible transport
Abram'S Transport Llc (318-762-3562, BOSSIER CITY). Medical & accessible transport
Abundance Care Transportation Services, Llc (318-382-2624, BOSSIER CITY). Medical & accessible transport
Active Transport, Llc (318-584-7133, BOSSIER CITY). Medical & accessible transport
Independence Lodge (Prac/811) (318-742-3220, Bossier City)
Central Louisiana Independent Living Center (HAUGHTON)
Open Hands Deaf Services (BENTON)
Service Angels Of Hope Inc (BOSSIER CITY)
Shreveport Independent Living Inc (HAUGHTON)
A-1 Medical Supply Llc (318-742-9802, BOSSIER CITY). Medical equipment & supplies
Advance One Medical Equipment & Supplies Llc. (318-549-1113, BOSSIER CITY). Medical equipment & supplies
B&D Medical ,Inc. (318-746-2395, BOSSIER CITY). Medical equipment & supplies
Beautiful Body & More, Llc (318-773-9352, BOSSIER CITY). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Bossier Parish

These serve every county in Louisiana, including Bossier 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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