National Kidney Foundation of Louisiana Inc

Easterseals Louisiana, part of a national network, is dedicated to empowering people with disabilities, older adults, and veterans, helping them to lead independent and fulfilling lives. They provide a wide range of essential services tailored to the unique needs of the communities they serve, covering areas such as education, employment, health, and transportation. With a commitment to meaningful change, Easterseals impacts approximately 1.5 million individuals annually by fostering supportive relationships and advocating for their rights. Their multifaceted approach ensures that families can access various services, enriching their lives and promoting inclusivity in society. Generated from the website

The People Program, located in New Orleans, is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing seniors with opportunities for community learning and active engagement for over 50 years. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph, this program offers a variety of classes taught by volunteer instructors, fostering both skill development and social connections among approximately 425 participants each semester. With a diverse class schedule, participants can choose from over 175 offerings including photography, fitness, arts, languages, and wellness activities at their Eastbank and Westbank campuses, as well as virtual options through Zoom. The People Program emphasizes the importance of personal connections for seniors, aligning its mission with the findings of long-term studies on health and happiness. Generated from the website

Bayou Land Families Helping Families operates as a family resource center. Located in Thibodaux, La., it serves families, children and adults with disabilities or special needs. The organization is a group of families who promote peer support and advocacy. It offers a range of services in the categories of information and referral, parent to parent support, education/training, community outreach specialists, early childhood supports and services (ECSS) and parent stipend. Bayou Land Families Helping Families is affiliated with the Statewide Family Resource Network.