Programs
Information & Referral, Education & Training, Peer to Peer Support and other programs.
Our Mission
TO ASSIST AND STRENGTHEN INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND THEIR FAMILIES THROUGH A COORDINATED NETWORK OF RESOURCES, SERVICES AND SUPPORTS.
Families Helping Families of Acadiana is one of ten 501©3 non-profit resource centers located throughout the state of Louisiana.
Our corporation was organized as a family-directed resource center based on the principals of Louisiana Act 378 of 1989 for individuals with disabilities and their families.
We believe that providing support services through our programs will educate, strengthen and empower families and individuals who are at an increased risk for family breakdown.
We are parents that have gone through what you’re going through, the individual that lives with a disability every day and the family that that is continuously trying to figure out what is best for our child or children.
We’ve been “in your shoes”!
Since its inception, Families Helping Families has served thousands of families in the Region IV area through 3 areas of services: Information & Referral, Peer-to-Peer Support, and Educational Services and Training.
Click Here to see which parishes we provide services to:
Latest News
Community Input
There are 3 options for you to attend and let your voice be heard! This is YOUR OPPORTUNITY to share your concerns, issues, and experiences with LaCAN and the Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council for consideration for their 2025 Legislative Advocacy agenda!
July 11th, 6pm, Virtually
Hurricane Checklist
Hurricane season has officially started 
Don’t wait until there’s a storm in the Gulf to prepare.
Don’t wait until there’s a storm in the Gulf to prepare.Be sure to keep these tips in mind:
Plan for special medical needsCommunicate with your healthcare providerNotify caregivers and support networkMaintain a sufficient supply of medicationsArrange for backup powerPlan to evacuate if advisedPack essential suppliesProtect medical equipmentKeep sufficient documentationI.Y.K.Y.K. Workshop
Workshop stressing the importance of daily hygiene practices to ensure girls have a firm understanding of how …
2024 Caucus for Children
Join us at a meeting in your area! Every voice is very important for our children’s future. This plan will cover the next five years of strategic efforts to prevent child abuse and neglect across Louisiana.
Please invite all of your parish and city leaders, educators, faith-based leaders, nonprofit and civic organizations, law enforcement, medical and legal professionals, social service groups and more! We want to have a full and robust response in each area to help determine a customized regional plan.
FAQ
July 15th 12:00 PM
Special Education FAQ 1.0
Special Education FAQ 1.0
July 22 12:00 PM
Special Education FAQ 2.0
Special Education FAQ 2.0
July 29th 12:00 PM
Meet Our FHFOA Team 2024-2025
We're Hiring!
We currently have a Program Monitor position open at our Lafayette parish location 
Click the link below to see the open position descriptions and to fill out an application if interested/qualified:
List: Summer Camps around Acadiana
As a parent, you may be looking for a way to keep your kiddo(s) busy and taken care of, all while having fun, and summer camps are a great way to ensure all of those things!
Where to Next?
Let us know if you would likeus to visit your coffee shop. Email us at: info@fhfacadiana.org
IEPs vs 504 Plans
The Basics of Educational Plans: IEP vs 504 Plans. This training will cover the differences between IEPs and 504 Plans.
Top Tips for Effective IEP Meetings
Join us for this new training as we go over some of the best IEP Tips for organizing yourself for an effective IEP meeting…
Top Tips for Effective IEP Meetings
Join us for this new training as we go over some of the best IEP Tips for organizing yourself for an effective IEP meeting…
Parent Rights in Special Education
Whether you’re new to special education or have been involved for a while, this workshop is for you…