FHF of Acadiana

Covid-19

We are open for business but closed to visitors. We want to ensure our families that we are available to assist them, but we are following the recommended precautions and limiting in person contact to staff only.
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Information & Referrals

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Education & Training

Workshops and trainings are coordinated and presented on topics relevant to the issues facing persons with disabilities and their families.
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Advocacy Group

A statewide grassroots network of individuals and organizations designed to promotes appropriate education and supports individuals...
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Peer to Peer

Our trained, knowledgeable staff are parents of children with disabilities or individuals with disabilities. They are here to provide you with the support you need.
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Programs

A system of resources has been developed to provide up-to-date, detailed information on disabilities.

Resources

A list of important resources available.

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Covid-19

We are open for business but closed to visitors.

We want to ensure our families that we are available to assist them, but we are following the recommended precautions and limiting in person contact to staff only. Our staff WILL be working doing this time period – we can assist by phone, email, or Zoom (if requested), to ensure you receive the information and referral, education, advocacy, and peer-to-peer support you need. Unfortunately, we will not be able to attend any meetings or events at this time. FHF of Acadiana will continue to monitor the coronavirus situation closely. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and hope you and your family stay safe during this time.

Phone: (337) 984-3458
Toll-free Phone: (855) 984-3458
Email:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FHFAcadiana Webinars, social media posts...

We miss seeing everyone in person. We look forward to hearing from you, in whichever other format you prefer, to help and support you and your family, until we can see each other again, face-to-face.

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.

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Meet Our FHFOA 2021-2022 Support Team

Nicole Flores

Executive Director - Nicole has been with our agency for 4 years.

Annette Fruge'

Family Support Coordinator, Education Liaison Assistant, & Community Resource Specialist - Annette has been with our agency for 5 years.

Todd Fontenot

Financial Manager - Todd has been with our agency for 2 years.

Brenda Bares

Education Liaison - Brenda has been with our agency for 1 year.

Kristie Curtis

Early Steps, - Kristie has been with our agency for 1 year.

Susie Dupont

Accounts Manager - Susie has been with our agency for 4 years.

Nicole DeJean

Disabilities Information & Support Specialist

Danielle Ledet

Education Liaison

Harlon Cowsar, II

Adult Program Coordinator & Referral Specialist - Harlon has been with our agency for 4 years.

Upcoming Events

L.I.F.E.

L.I.F.E. stands for Learning Is For Everyone, and that’s exactly what we believe here at UL Lafayette.

Creating a Special Needs Legal and Life Care Plan

Join us via Zoom on December 15 at 12pm for Creating a Special Needs Legal and Life Care Plan, presented by Micah Moscovis.

Win 1 of 2 bicycles

Parents- here is a chance for your children to win 1 of 2 bicycles from the Autism Society of Acadiana!

Creating a Special Needs Legal and Life Care Plan

Dec. 15th co-hosted by FHF Acadiana & Bayouland FHF. Register Here

Survey Monkey

survey related to technology solutions to address wandering concerns amongst children and adults with developmental disabilities:...

LA Dept. of Education Launches the Engaged Initiative

The BE ENGAGED® initiative is powered through an innovative technology app, PimsPoints. Download the app here:

Participation Needed!

Interview participants needed for Louisiana parents and caregivers of children with a Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder diagnosis needed. Your participation will contribute to greater understanding of the caregiver experience and awareness of FASD. Please contact Taylor Villemarette at or (318)451-2309, if you are willing to participate in a brief interview. Your time and consideration are greatly appreciated.