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

Is help available in Spanish in St Mary Parish?

Yes. This St Mary 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 Mary 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 Mary Parish, Louisiana

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

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in St Mary 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
Teche Health - Administrative Location (337-828-2550, Franklin)
Teche Health @ Franklin (337-828-2550, Franklin)
Teche Health SBHC @ West. St. Mary High School (337-924-9646, Baldwin)
Advanced Counseling, Pllc (210-504-8179, PATTERSON). Behavioral health agency
Bayou Industrial Maintenance Services, Inc. (985-384-2009, BERWICK). Day program / habilitation
Comprehensive Rehabilitation (985-714-0923, PATTERSON). Early intervention (birth–3)
Hidden Gems Social Services, Llc (337-907-6389, FRANKLIN). Behavioral health agency
Bayoulink Medical Transportation, Llc (985-992-5954, PATTERSON). Medical & accessible transport
Blended Transportation, Llc (337-577-1860, FRANKLIN). Medical & accessible transport
C &S Medical Transportation Llc (985-714-3303, PATTERSON). Medical & accessible transport
Ferguson Abundant Living Transportation Llc (337-380-2504, FRANKLIN). Medical & accessible transport
Arc Of St Mary (CENTERVILLE)
Silver Lining Dealing With Mental Health Inc (FRANKLIN)
Acadia Rehabilitation Hospital, Llc (337-413-9131, FRANKLIN). Medical equipment & supplies
Fourco, Inc (985-395-3346, PATTERSON). Medical equipment & supplies
Wal-Mart Stores East Lp (337-828-4493, FRANKLIN). Medical equipment & supplies
Walgreen Co (337-828-2635, FRANKLIN). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving St Mary Parish

These serve every county in Louisiana, including St Mary 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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