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BIALA Resource Guide for Brain and Spinal Cord Injury

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West Jefferson Medical Center Rehabilitation Services

1101 Medical Center Blvd.
Marrero
Louisiana
504-347-5511

Rehabilitation Center is a state-of-the-art, 24 private bed facility that provides comprehensive medical rehabilitation services for individuals who have experienced a decline in their physical and/or cognitive abilities, due to an illness or injury. Our highly skilled team is dedicated to helping patients maximize functional mobility to return them to previous or modified home, work, or leisure roles.

The interdisciplinary team approach consists of 24-hour physician coverage, 24 hour rehab nursing care, comprehensive therapy services provided 5-6 days per week, patient/family education and support, psycho-social services, pastoral care, case management, leisure activity programming and animal assisted therapy.

West Jefferson Rehabilitation Center is CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehab Facilities) accredited in:

  • Comprehensive Integrated Inpatient Rehab (General Rehab)
  • Brain Injury Rehab
  • Amputation Rehab
  • Stroke Rehab

West Monroe Housing Authority

2305 N 7th Street
West Monroe
Louisiana
318-396-2600

The West Monroe Housing Authority administers federal funds from the U. S Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the Housing Choice Voucher Program (formerly known as Section 8) for residents in the city limits of West Monroe.

Wheeleez, Inc.

790-B Chadbourne Road
Nation Wide
707-751-3999

At Wheeleez, Inc., we make your life EASY with low-pressure, “Go Anywhere” Balloon Wheels! We know how difficult it can be to move heavy awkward loads over challenging terrain. So, we offer solutions to make it easy, even fun! From “Ready to Roll” Beach Carts or specialized Wheel Axle Kits to All Terrain Beach Wheelchairs, we are here with Wheeleez™, the highest quality, Low Pressure Balloon Wheels available.

Wheelpad

14 Castle Hill
Vermont

Wheelpad: Our goal is to respectfully and supportively provide transitional housing for Veterans, those who have experienced a spinal cord injury, those with debilitating illnesses such as ALS or MS, those who want to age in place, and others newly needing accessible living accommodations in a socially conscious and environmentally friendly way.

All WheelPad models (PADs, or personal accessible dwellings) are universally accessible, exceeding requirements for the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Standard features are designed for people with mobility challenges to live, work, and play more easily. All PADs include a hoist track compatible with most lifts on the market for ease of movement from the sleeping area to the accessible bathroom. All bathrooms are wet rooms, with plenty of room for a wheelchair and allowing for washing assistance if needed.

White Castle Housing Authority

White Castle
Louisiana
225-545-3967

Section 8 and low-rent housing

Willis-Knighton Health System

Shreveport
Louisiana
318-212-8124

Neurosciences at Willis-Knighton offer access to advanced brain and spine care, providing diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation for a wide range of medical conditions.  Services are provided by neurologists, neurosurgeons, physiatrists, technologists and therapists.

WK Neurology Clinic

2400 Hospital Drive Suite 310
Bossier City
Louisiana
(318) 212-7430

WK Neurology Clinic provides treatment for a wide range of neurological disorders and sleep disorders.

Offers Telehealth visits

Accepts most insurance plans

Workers Compensation Office

Baton Rouge
Louisiana
225-342-3111

Information about workman’s comp

Work Your Motor

Nation Wide

Work your M.O.T.O.R. is a series of home exercise videos for anyone who has suffered a neurological disorder. Created by occupational therapists, these videos are fun and engaging, and will keep you motivated as you continue your rehab from home.

Wounded Warrior Project

Nation Wide
888-997-2586

Support, health and resources for veterans