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

Is help available in Spanish in Calcasieu Parish?

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

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

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

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

Southwest Louisiana Independence Center ((337) 477-7194, Lake Charles)
The Arc of Louisiana. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Calcasieu Oaks Behavioral Hospital (337-439-8111, Lake Charles)
Family Therapy Center (337-304-9993, Sulphur)
Imperial Calcasieu Human Services — Authority Sulphur (337-625-6750, Sulphur)
Resource Management Services (337-437-4014, Lake Charles)
Comprehensive Care Center of Southwest Louisiana - Health Center (337-439-5861, Lake Charles)
Comprehensive Care Center of Southwest Louisiana Admin & Health Center (337-439-5861, Lake Charles)
SWLA Center for Health Services - Lake Charles (337-439-9983, Lake Charles)
SWLA Center for Health Services--DeBakey Drive Temporary Location (337-439-9983, Lake Charles)
Jake Drost School for Exceptional Children (Sulphur)
St Nicholas Catholic Academy (LAKE CHARLES)
Upwind Aba Academy Inc (LAKE CHARLES)
1st Abundant Home Care, Llc (337-602-6241, LAKE CHARLES). Day program / habilitation
A First Name Basis Home Care (337-990-0300, LAKE CHARLES). In-home support
Above And Beyond Home Care (337-564-5341, LAKE CHARLES). In-home support
Acadian Holistic Services Llc (337-707-3872, LAKE CHARLES). Behavioral health agency
Amedisys Home Health (337-562-3200, LAKE CHARLES)
Christus Homecare St Patrick (337-395-5600, LAKE CHARLES)
Hh Agency Of Lake Charles Memo (337-494-6444, LAKE CHARLES)
Home Health Care 2000-Lake Charles (337-439-5444, LAKE CHARLES)
1st Choice Transportation Inc (347-325-3927, LAKE CHARLES). Medical & accessible transport
A-1 Dependable Taxi And Services (337-430-0744, LAKE CHARLES). Medical & accessible transport
A.C. Medical Transportation (337-474-3322, LAKE CHARLES). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Calcasieu Parish

These serve every county in Louisiana, including Calcasieu 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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