Persons with disabilities in Louisiana are waiting 8 yrs. + for waiver services they need now!
Various disability supporters have been advocating for years in Louisiana legislation regarding the need of home community base services. Parents, children, young adults and elderly are currently waiting to receive these care services that improve quality of life and are more cost effective than serving someone in an institutional setting. Get involved this upcoming legislation season!
FREE AND OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY-Friday April 12, 2013 10am - 4pm
location Kenner, LA 70062
This is a fun event to assist individuals to gain access to healthcare. There will be screenings, information fair, giveaways, games and more. The 1st 50 people have a chance to win DVD players'.
Meet Mr. Patterson
Mr. Patterson, a retired investment banker, never thought he would have to ask for help. But with health needs looming, he did ask for help. He was connected to our Information and Referral Network and received case management services and assistance from our Specialist to enroll in Personal Care Assistant serivces and Affordable Accessible Housing programs.
Centers for Independent Living (CILs) are typically non-residential, private, non-profit, consumer-controlled, community-based organizations providing services and advocacy by and for persons with all types of disabilities. Their goal is to assist individuals with disabilities to achieve their maximum potential within their families and communities.
Also, Centers for Independent Living serve as a strong advocacy voice on a wide range of national, state and local issues. They work to assure physical and programmatic access to housing, employment, transportation, communities, recreational facilities, and health and social services. These are just a few of the services offered. 51% of staff are persons with disabilities; 51% of Board of Directors are persons with disabilities; and provides four core services: Advocacy, Information and Referral, Independent Living Skills Training and Peer Counseling.
There are nearly 500 centers for Independent Living in the USA. Many are state supported. To find a particular Center in your state, please click on the link from the ILRU directory. Learn More
January 2013
Celebrate OffBeat Magazine 25th Anniversary “The Best of the Beat Music Awards” in New Orleans
February 2013
Mardi Gras Parades- Celebrating in New Orleans
The NFL Experience at Super Bowl XLVII takes over the Convention Center in New Orleans from January 30th through February 3 Super Bowl in New Orleans
The 2013 Rock 'n' Roll New Orleans Marathon and Half Marathon takes place in New Orleans
The 55th Annual Grammy Awards are held at the Staples Center in Los Angeles; Louisiana related nominees include Frank Ocean, Hunter Hayes, and Dr. John
March 2013
Louisiana State University (LSU) celebrates its Wellness Fair for persons to gain insight on wellness issues, health screenings and interacitive activities held in Baton Rouge, Louisiana..
April 2013
The French Quarter Festival takes place in New Orleans from April 11-April 14; the 4 day event is the largest free music festival in the South!
The Baton Rouge Blues Festival takes place in downtown Baton Rouge, Louisiana
The Louisiana State H.O.G. Rally takes place in Houma, LA from April 4 - April 6
May 2013
The 2013 Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival takes place in Breaux Bridge, LA from May 3rd - May 5th
The 2013 New Orleans Wine & Food Experience takes place on May 22 - 25, 2013
The 4th annual Bayou Country Superfest takes place at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge on May 25 & May 26, 2013
June 2013
The 2013 Uplifting the Coast Festival takes place in Baton Rouge on June 7, 8 and 9, 2013
July 2013
The 2013 Essence Music Festival takes place at the Superdome in New Orleans from July 4 thru July 7, 2013
August 2013
FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS- visit CVS/pharmacy in recognition of National Immunization Awareness Month, August health screening events will focus on vaccination reviews,
vision acuity, glucose, blood pressure and BMI. Call 1-855-287-7867to learn about FREE health screenings
September 2013
October 2013
RACE FOR THE CURE- Run/Walk in recognition of breast cancer awareness month New Orleans City Park. Learn More
The 8th annual Crescent City Blues & BBQ Festival takes place in New Orleans on October 18th, 19th & 20th
November 2013
The 2013 Voodoo Music Experience takes place at City Park's Festival Grounds in New Orleans from November 1 - November 3, 2013
December 2013
CELEBRATION IN THE OAKS-New Orleans' premier event of the Christmas season featuring lights and displays, music, food, and arts. Learn More
Upcoming 2014 –Preview
Februaruy 2014 NBA All-Star Game
takes place at the New Orleans Arena