Who do I call first for disability services in St Bernard 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 St Bernard Parish.

Is help available in Spanish in St Bernard Parish?

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

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

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in St Bernard 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
Metropolitan Human Services District — Saint Bernard Behavioral Health Ctr (504-568-3130, Arabi)
Baptist Community Health Services- Chalmette (504-533-4999, Chalmette)
ST Bernard Community Health Center (504-281-2800, Chalmette)
1 Priority Independent Living Skills Building (504-208-9636, CHALMETTE). Behavioral health agency
Addiction Counseling And Educational Resources, Llc (504-682-9550, ARABI). Behavioral health agency
Amazing Hands Home Care Services (504-284-0538, CHALMETTE). Respite care
Angel'S Touch Home Care Service (504-621-2140, CHALMETTE). In-home support
360 Trucking Llc (504-915-5051, VIOLET). Medical & accessible transport
Above And Beyond,Llc (504-345-6966, CHALMETTE). Medical & accessible transport
Agut Transportation Llc (504-533-1754, MERAUX). Medical & accessible transport
All Saints Medical Transportation (504-202-7500, ARABI). Medical & accessible transport
Serenity Island Nfp (VIOLET)
Crescent Durable Medical Equipment, Llc (504-277-2995, CHALMETTE). Medical equipment & supplies
Dons Pharmacy Llc (504-516-2706, CHALMETTE). Medical equipment & supplies
Healthy Solutions Pharmacy & Medical Supplies (504-605-0646, CHALMETTE). Medical equipment & supplies
Home Sleep Studies, Llc (504-908-1722, CHALMETTE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving St Bernard Parish

These serve every county in Louisiana, including St Bernard 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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