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New Orleans / Louisiana / United States
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Located in New Orleans, the Foster Care and Family Services Department is a division of the Louisiana Department of Social Services, which is a nonprofit service agency that serves individuals with developmental disabilities. It provides assistance to eligible individuals and families while assisting clients to achieve their full potential. The department develops and makes services available to families and individuals that will strengthen the family unit, encourage stability in living arrangements and provide specialized care. In addition, it offers protective services to children and at-risk adults. The Louisiana Department of Social Services also offers adequate information to the general public regarding its programs and services and maintains adequate knowledge of community services to act as a referral source. In addition to providing direct services to families, the department contracts with several other public and community agencies that offer services to meet the needs of youths and families of the city.
New Iberia / Louisiana / United States
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Located in New Iberia, La., the Office of Family Support is a state division that provides child care, adoption and foster care services. The division administers the Food Stamp Program, which is a federal program that provides financial assistance for low-income individuals and families to purchase food items. Its child support enforcement services include paternity establishment and the collection, modification and distribution of support orders. In addition, the Office of Family Support offers child support and counseling services. The division is a part of the Louisiana Department of Social Services, which operates through information and support services, human resources, and planning and budget divisions. The department offers evaluation, job placement, counseling and training-related services to individuals with visual impairments. It provides vocational rehabilitation services to people with disabilities.