Disability Services in Desoto Parish, Louisiana
A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Desoto 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 Desoto 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 Desoto Parish
Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Desoto 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
Statewide programs serving Desoto Parish
These serve every county in Louisiana, including Desoto 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
- East Baton Rouge Parish
- Concordia Parish
- East Carroll Parish
- Claiborne Parish
- Iberia Parish
- Lasalle Parish
- Ouachita Parish
- St Bernard Parish
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