RESOURCE Guide

Friends of Man accepts applications ONLY from a referring professional on behalf of the applicant. This can be a social worker, nurse, school counselor, teacher, principal, social worker, clergy, health care technician, etc. ‍

Applications CANNOT be submitted by the applicant, the vendor, or by a relative or friend.

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Friends of Man was founded in 1982 as a 501 (c)(3) non-profit public charity with a double mission:

       
1. To provide assistance to people of all ages who have genuine needs but can’t find help elsewhere, who ‘fall through the cracks’ of available charitable or governmental resources.  To provide help to maintain self-sufficiency in times of difficulty, as well as assisting with disability and medical needs.
       
2. To provide the donor with the opportunity to have 100% of his/her donation used for direct charitable assistance, with no money taken out for administrative cost and expenses.  Friends of Man an all-volunteer charity with no one receiving a salary or any kind of compensation.  
     

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An occupational therapy based home modifications consultation business to ensure your home is adapted and modified to fit your unique needs.

Email: functionallivingsolutionsllc@gmail.com

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Functional Living Solutions may be contacted by phone or email. No website at this time.

Through the GM Mobility Reimbursement Program, new vehicle purchasers/lessees who install eligible adaptive mobility equipment on their new Chevrolet, Buick or GMC vehicles can receive up to a $1,000 reimbursement for the cost of the equipment.

Emergency preparedness plans for a variety of disasters.

State resources in the event of an emergency.

Glenwood Regional Medcial Center offers robotic spine surgery and treatment for sleep disorders among other services.

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Use GoodRx to find the price of your prescriptions at pharmacies in Louisiana and save up to 80% with our free coupons. Even if you have insurance or Medicare, GoodRx's discount prices are often lower than your co-pay.

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Website to assist with government benefits

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Great asset for individuals with disabilities through the governor of Louisiana’s office

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Louisiana organization that helps with elderly affairs.

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"GNO Therapeutic Riding Center is a non-profit organization that is focused on providing a fun and therapeutic experience for individuals with physical, emotional, and learning disabilities. They are dedicated to promoting horseback riding activities to enhance quality of life in a safe and professional environment."

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