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

Is help available in Spanish in Caddo Parish?

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

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

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

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

New Horizons Independent Living Center (NHILC) ((318) 671-8131, Shreveport)
Shreveport Waiver Services (Shreveport). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of Louisiana. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
A Center for Hope and Change (318-673-9901, Shreveport)
Brentwood Hospital — Brentwood Behavioral Health Company (318-678-7500, Shreveport)
Community Enrichment Prog LLC (318-675-0406, Shreveport)
Physicians Behavioral Hospital (318-550-0520, Shreveport)
CareSouth-Shreveport (225-650-2000, Shreveport)
CASSE - DIAMC Health Center (318-688-3350, Shreveport)
CASSE - Shreveport Administration (318-688-3350, Shreveport)
CASSE - Shreveport Family Medicine & Pediatrics (318-688-3350, Shreveport)
Community School (SHREVEPORT)
A Followers Corporation (318-763-3274, SHREVEPORT). In-home support
A Nightingales Touch L.L.C. (318-678-5522, SHREVEPORT). Respite care
A Sound Mind Mental Health Consultants, Llc (318-861-7340, SHREVEPORT). Adult mental-health clinic
A Touch Of Mercy, Llc (318-828-1521, SHREVEPORT). In-home support
Amedisys Home Health (318-865-8865, SHREVEPORT)
Ark La Tex Home Health, Inc. (318-747-6180, SHREVEPORT)
Christus Homecare Shreveport-Bossier (318-383-6745, SHREVEPORT)
Hme Hlth Dept Willis Knighton (318-212-4180, SHREVEPORT)
17:7 Infinity Llc (318-401-4058, SHREVEPORT). Medical & accessible transport
2well Solutions Llc (318-977-0911, SHREVEPORT). Medical & accessible transport
A 2 Z Business Services Inc (318-635-6568, SHREVEPORT). Medical & accessible transport
A To B Transit, Llc (318-617-0725, SHREVEPORT). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Caddo Parish

These serve every county in Louisiana, including Caddo 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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