RESOURCE Guide

Assistance Dogs International, Inc. (ADI) is a worldwide coalition of not-for-profit programs that train and place Assistance Dogs. Founded in 1986 from a group of seven small programs, ADI has become the leading authority in the Assistance Dog industry. Members of ADI meet regularly to share ideas and conduct business regarding educating the public about assistance dogs, advocating for the legal rights of people with disabilities partnered with assistance dogs, and the setting of standards and establishing guidelines and ethics for the training of these dogs.

Contacts

Sheri Soltes
Chair, Assistance Dogs International, North America
sheri@servicedogs.org
512-680-4009 (m)

Sheila O’Brien
Chair, ADI NA Legislative and Advocacy Committee
sheila@vetdogs.org
631-672-5895 (m)

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Headway is a multifaceted community integration program for veterans who served on or after 9/11 living with a brain injury, spinal cord injury, or other neurological condition.  They work with warriors and caregivers to maximize independence, improve skills, and build supportive networks.

Some activities offered: adaptive sports, yoga, horticulture, art and music therapy, community outings, and more.

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Headway DAY program is free thanks to the support of Wounded Warrior Project.

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Acute care hospital with inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation.

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This group is open to Brain Injury survivors, family, and friends.

Meetings take place on the first Wednesday at 7:00 PM.

Location: Greenwell Springs Road Library

Email Toni Hamilton with any questions at ant779@brrehab.com

Phone: 225-231-3108

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Inpatient, outpatient, and day treatment rehabilitation program.

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Contact: Roxane Bingham

rox807@brrehab.com

This group meets on the second Tuesday of the month from 12-1:00.

Location: Baton Rouge Rehab Hospital

*You may also contact Roxane for Cajun Crushers information.

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Office visits, surgery center and rehabilitation in one location. Treatment options include advanced physical therapy, medical treatments, pain management injections, and minimally-invasive spine procedures.

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The Baton Rouge Community Based Outpatient Clinics offers a wide array of primary and speciality care services for Veterans.

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Wheelchair tennis

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_{Traumatic Brain Injury Clinic}

_{‍Services Offered}

• _{Chronic and acute concussions}
• _{Occupational Therapy (Rehab)}
• _{Telehealth Speech Therapy}
• _{Neurologic and Psychological Testing}

_{Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.}

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