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

Is help available in Spanish in Vernon Parish?

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

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

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

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

Southwest LA Independence Center - Leesville ((337) 238-1972, Leesville)
The Arc of Louisiana. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
Caring Choices of Leesville (337-238-6431, Leesville)
Rehab Services of Cenla — Leesville (337-238-4350, Leesville)
Outpatient Medical Center, Inc. @ Leesville (337-238-1274, Leesville)
Vernon Parish Community Health Center (337-392-0110, Leesville)
A Plus Evaluations, Llc (337-353-7694, LEESVILLE). Behavioral health agency
Brentwood Acquisition-Shreveport Inc. (337-404-9998, LEESVILLE). Children's mental-health clinic
Companion Care Of Southwest Louisiana (337-404-4045, LEESVILLE). In-home support
Evergreen Presbyterian Ministries, Inc. (318-949-5500, LEESVILLE). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Vernon Home Health (337-238-0506, LEESVILLE)
Boxed In Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Services (337-501-6568, LEESVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Genesis Mortuary Transport Llc (903-243-3883, LEESVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Premium Care Transportation Llc (424-489-4290, LEESVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Usafetrans (337-238-6898, LEESVILLE). Medical & accessible transport
Donald A Goins (337-239-4249, LEESVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies
Life Line Medical Equipment, Inc (337-239-9100, LEESVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies
Louisiana Cvs Pharmacy Llc (337-239-4249, LEESVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies
Magnolia Business Co, Inc. Dba "Thrifty Way Pharmacy" (337-239-3474, LEESVILLE). Medical equipment & supplies

Statewide programs serving Vernon Parish

These serve every county in Louisiana, including Vernon 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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