Our next **Autism Society Life Skills Class** is coming in *blazing hot* with a **Fire Safety Edition** that’s equal parts fun, fearless, and fire‑themed. We’re talking sparks of confidence, flames of empowerment, and a whole lot of *smokin’ good learning*.
nderstanding the difference between 504 and Special Education (SPED) can make a big difference when advocating for your child at school. During this session, we’ll cover:
Have you ever wondered how schools decide if a student qualifies for ESY?
The Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council is working with Team Dynamics to offer free workshops around the state.
Moms night out for March will be a night out at Adopted Dog Brewing! Join us for good friends, food, drinks and music! We will be in the new Brillo Pad area they just opened!
Join Families Helping Families Region 7 & the Louisiana Bureau of Family Health for a FREE virtual workshop: “Embracing Neurodiversity: Bridging Clinical Insight and Everyday Support”
LRCA Agency Day! Supporting every mind, every ability.
We’re inviting our entire community to celebrate World Autism Day — April 2, 2026!
The Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council is excited to share that applications for delegates and staff are now open for the 2026 Louisiana Youth Leadership Forum (YLF)
Easter magic without the mess! 🥚✨
Order Egg Your Yard and support local autism programs.
Hop Into Giving – our 9th Annual Easter Basket Donation Drive Is Here!
“Louisiana Resources For People with Disabilities & Their Families: Things I Wish I Knew.”
Join the Lafayette Parish School System Early Childhood Department for a FREE Family Summit for families with young children! This fun, family-friendly event is all about connection, resources, and celebration!
This presentation is an overview of Families Helping Families of Acadiana. Come and learn a little of our history, state partners, and those we serve.
Just a reminder -if you need FREE help related to anything in the disability world (autism resources, help with school, navigating the waiver process) please reach out to Families Helping Families of Acadiana!!
Louisiana EPSDT Services – Helping Kids Stay Healthy! 🩺👶👧
Do you know about EPSDT? It stands for Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic & Treatment – a free Medicaid service that ensures children and youth (up to age 21)…
A list of of community partners and programs that are supported through our center
Every family is different, that is why we offer one-on-one individualized parent support.These sessions can be held in person, phone or virtually. Families Helping Families of Acadiana provides a comfortable, nonjudgmental and confidential environment that will allow you to be at ease when confiding with us.
If there is a topic that you would like to know more about, please email us with your requests.
