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

Is help available in Spanish in Lafayette Parish?

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

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

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

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

Southwest LA Independent Center - Lafayette ((337) 269-0027, Lafayette)
The Arc of Louisiana. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Alexandria VA Healthcare System — Lafayette Community Based Outpatient (337-706-3415, Lafayette)
Dr Joseph Henry Tyler Jr BH Clinic (337-262-4100, Lafayette)
Resource Management Services (337-261-8781, Lafayette)
Acadiana Cares (337-233-2437, Lafayette)
Acadiana Cares Health & Wellness Center at Pride Plaza (337-233-2437, Lafayette)
Northside Community Health Care (337-232-6787, Lafayette)
South Lafayette Parish Community Health Center (337-984-2020, Youngsville)
Ecole Pour Tout (SCOTT)
Education Destination (LAFAYETTE)
1720 Pediatric Therapy (214-729-6560, LAFAYETTE). Developmental disabilities clinic
A B Family Inc (337-267-3396, LAFAYETTE). In-home support
A Better Concept Of Individualized Care, Llc (337-993-9100, LAFAYETTE). Day program / habilitation
A Better You, Llc (337-534-4498, LAFAYETTE). In-home support
Acadian Homecare, Llc (337-235-8185, LAFAYETTE)
Amedisys Home Health (337-989-6913, LAFAYETTE)
Audubon Home Health Of Lafayette (337-210-5124, LAFAYETTE)
Community Home Health Of Acadiana (337-294-0404, LAFAYETTE)
1st Premier Transportation Inc (337-303-4282, LAFAYETTE). Medical & accessible transport
4gentle Care Transportation , Llc (337-453-6809, LAFAYETTE). Medical & accessible transport
A Different Transport (337-230-1788, LAFAYETTE). Medical & accessible transport
A&A Consulting Services Llc (337-849-7516, LAFAYETTE). Medical & accessible transport
Acadian Heritage (337-408-3892, Scott)

Statewide programs serving Lafayette Parish

These serve every county in Louisiana, including Lafayette 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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