Louisiana Assisitive Techonology, Financial Aid & Disability Programs

Located in the southern region of the United States, Louisiana is the only state divided into parishes instead of cities. Interesting crib notes aside, Louisiana also provides information for its residents and visitors with accessibility needs.

Accessible Transportation
Regional transportation is available to those who need paratransit. Transit systems including Jefferson, Lafayette and Capital Area Transit provide transportation for persons with disabilities.
Louisiana Assistive Technology Assess Network
Assists individuals with disabilities with obtaining assistive technology equipment. They offer training, equipment information and funding sources.
Assistive Technology Funding
Discusses several funding options including Medicare, Medicaid, and the Veterans Administration available throughout the state.
Campers with Disabilities
Easter Seals camps is a veteran service-provider for children and adults with disabilities. They have 140 camping and recreation facilities across the country, both day and residential sessions are available, to allow campers to experience the jobs of camping in an accessible setting.
Louisiana Rehabilitation Services
Gives the individual the choice of living in their home or community setting by offering independent living skills training, peer support and individual advocacy.
Louisiana Disabled Drivers
Provides information about how to obtain a parking permit and meet other guidelines set forward by the state to be a driver with a disability.