Family Voices aims to achieve family-centered care for all children and youth with special health care needs and/or disabilities ; they provide families resources and support to make decisions, advocate for improved public and private policies, build partnerships among families and professionals, and are a trusted resource on health care. Region III/serving parishes of Assumption, Lafourche, St. Charles, St. James, St. John, St. Mary, Terrebonne

There are many useful links on Bayou Land's website.

(800)331-5570

If you're unable to reach anyone at the main number, you may contact Executive Director, Dr. Charles Michel at bayoulandfhf@gmail.com

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Discover which benefits you may be eligible for.

Connections Circle will be offered the first and third Wednesday of the month from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. CST via ZOOM.

‍Connecting Individuals through Recreation, Community, Learning, and Engagement

Connections Circle is an inclusive program designed to bring together individuals living with brain and/or spinal cord injuries, their caregivers, and families through a mix of virtual and in-person educational, wellness, social, and recreational activities. The program aims to engage current participants more deeply while reaching new individuals, including those in rural areas, to ensure they benefit from BIALA’s programs and services. Connections Circle will foster stronger support networks, provide meaningful learning experiences, and enhance the quality of life for all who participate.

Contact us at info@biala.org for details.

Many thanks to the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Quality of Life Grants Program for providing funding to support Connections Circle.

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Virtual Caregiver Support Group for caregivers of those living with brain injury or spinal cord injury.

Meets quarterly on Zoom from 6:00-7:00 PM.

Hosted by Tammy Hall, Ed.D

Any questions may be directed to region2ambassadorbiala@gmail.com or 225-278-7967.

Louisiana Rehabilitation Services (LRS) assists persons with disabilities in their desire to obtain or maintain employment and/or achieve independence in their communities by providing rehabilitation services and working cooperatively with business and other community resources.

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Louisiana Rehabilitation Services (LRS) assists persons with disabilities in their desire to obtain or maintain employment and/or achieve independence in their communities by providing rehabilitation services and working cooperatively with business and other community resources.

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Bioness is the leading provider of innovative technologies helping people regain mobility and independence. Bioness solutions include functional electrical stimulation (FES) systems, robotic systems and software based therapy programs providing functional and therapeutic benefits for individuals affected by central nervous system disorders and orthopedic injuries.

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Birth Injury Justice Center has compiled the most in-depth resources nationwide to help guide and assist families with disabilities caused by physical birth injuries.

Provide safe, decent and sanitary housing to the needs of low-income, very low-income and extremely low-income families.

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Booker T. Washington Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation provides outpatient and post-hospital short-term rehabilitation programs, as well as long-term care for those who need additional support.

Services: Short term rehabilitation, long term care, skilled nursing, outpatient therapy, dementia care, respite care ,and hospice/palliative care.