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HDC's Dr. Krista James provides FASD training to DCFS staff and foster families
The Louisiana Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS) is partnering with the Human Development Center at LSU Health New Orleans to provide training on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) throughout Louisiana.
Posted 11/07/2024 by Jolie Robichaux
Remembering Advocate Lauren Womack
It is with great sadness the Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council announces the passing of Council Member Lauren Womack. Lauren was an incredibly dedicated member of the Council who was appointed by then Governor John Bel Edwards on August 11, 2023. She quickly demonstrated to her fellow Council members her passion and commitment to positively impacting all Louisianans with disabilities.
Posted 10/31/2024 by Jolie Robichaux
FASD and Neurodiveristy 101 Webinar
FASD Initiatives
Want to learn more about FASD and neurodiversity? We have the 101 on neurodiversity and supports that can be used in school, at home, and in the community.
Posted 10/4/2024 by Jolie Robichaux
September is FASD Awareness Month
FASD Initiatives
With 1 in 20 children estimated to have Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) in the United States, FASD isn't rare. It's everywhere. We're joining FASD United to educate our communities about the risks associated with prenatal alcohol exposure, provide support to individuals and families affected by FASD, and combat stigma.
Posted 08/31/2024 by Jolie Robichaux
Lunch + Learn: Visual Supports
LASARD Project
Need visual support ideas to start off your school year as a super support for your students? In this Lunch + Learn, LASARD Facilitator Tracy O’Donnell, M.Ed. will share 30 visual supports in 30 minutes, including visual support ideas for all learners in all grades K-12!
Posted 08/14/2024 by Jolie Robichaux
Hurricane Resources
LASARD Project
Louisiana’s hurricane season is underway. Hurricanes can be challenging for individuals to navigate, and we want to help! Here are resources to guide your loved one through a hurricane.
Posted 08/06/2024 by Jolie Robichaux
Back to School Checklist
LASARD Project
Transitioning back to school can be a challenging time for students and families. We compiled our favorite transition resources to help your learners adjust to the new school year. Follow this checklist and your student will find their rhythm in no time.
Posted 07/31/2024 by Jolie Robichaux
HDC partners with LSU Health nursing students to bring baby wellness screenings to Early Head Start programs
The Human Development Center’s Early Head Start Child Care Partnership collaborates with the LSU Health New Orleans School of Nursing to offer nursing students clinical opportunities in early childhood well-child settings.
Posted 06/26/2024 by Jolie Robichaux
Helping children with deafblindness achieve their potential on the Freedom Scientific podcast
Nicky Gillies and Cathy Miller of the Louisiana DeafBlind Project for Children and Youth were featured on the Freedom Scientific podcast! Tune in at minute 27 to hear them talk about the challenges of identifying deafblind kids young and helping them to achieve their potential.
Posted 05/06/2024 by Stuart Simon
Looking for summer camps for your child who is Blind/low-vision, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, or DeafBlind?
The Louisiana DeafBlind Project created a list of summer camps available for children in grades Pre-K–12 who are Blind/low-vision, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, or DeafBlind.
Posted 04/15/2024 by Jolie Robichaux
Ali Kowitz, M.Ed. accepted into the 2024 AUCD Leadership Academy
Ali Kowitz, M.Ed., Interim Director of the Human Development Center's Education, Transition, and Community initiatives, has been accepted into the 2024 AUCD Leadership Academy.
Posted 04/05/2023 by Jolie Robichaux