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

Is help available in Spanish in Lafourche Parish?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Lafourche 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
Lafourche Behavioral Health (985-537-6823, Raceland)
Ochsner Saint Anne General Hospital — Behavioral Health (985-537-6841, Raceland)
Thibodaux Regional Medical Center (985-447-5500, Thibodaux)
Life Coast Community Health Center (985-492-6170, Thibodaux)
Start Community Health Center - Thibodaux (985-446-5244, Thibodaux)
Teche Health @ Thibodaux (337-828-2550, Thibodaux)
A Divine Refreshing Adult Daycare Center (985-837-7674, RACELAND). Adult day program
A Little Miracle Coordination, Llc (985-414-1798, RACELAND). Early intervention (birth–3)
Arms Community Home (337-546-0667, THIBODAUX). Residential care (I/DD)
Bayou Oaks Health Ervices (985-446-4114, THIBODAUX). Behavioral health agency
Divinity Home Health Services, Llc (985-262-0445, THIBODAUX)
Home Health Ctr Of Thibodaux (985-447-8442, THIBODAUX)
Lady Of The Sea Home Health Agency (985-632-6900, CUT OFF)
Ochsner Home Health Of Raceland (985-664-4066, RACELAND)
Broadlands Family Transportation Services, Llc (985-632-2569, CUT OFF). Medical & accessible transport
Caring Angels Transportation Llc (985-859-0940, THIBODAUX). Medical & accessible transport
Forget Me Not Medical Services Llc 2 (225-316-3623, THIBODAUX). Medical & accessible transport
Infinity Providers Transportation Service Llc (504-357-8870, THIBODAUX). Medical & accessible transport
Wiggles N Waddles Rescue & Rehabilitation (RACELAND)
Adaptive Prosthetics And Orthotics Llc (985-316-3333, THIBODAUX). Prosthetics & orthotics
Cardiovascular Institute Of The South, Apmc (985-537-7575, RACELAND). Prosthetics & orthotics
D & M Home Medical, Llc (985-447-9597, THIBODAUX). Medical equipment & supplies
Dmt Inc (985-447-3746, THIBODAUX). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Lafourche Parish

These serve every county in Louisiana, including Lafourche 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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