Human Development Center

Building Capacity, Inspiring Change

Welcome to HDC

Louisiana's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD)

The Human Development Center (HDC) at LSU Health New Orleans provides leadership and innovation in interdisciplinary education, community service, research, and information dissemination to strengthen and increase the capacity of local communities to support and include individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in all aspects of community life. 

 

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The Human Development Center building on Tulane Ave.

 

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The Human Development Center serves as a resource to people with disabilities, families, service providers, educators, and policy-makers.
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Our Services and Programs


 

Early Childhood Initiatives

For educators and families.

 

 

Education and Transition Initiatives

For self-advocates, families, educators, and employment support professionals.

 

Community Health Initiatives

For everyone.

 

Interdisciplinary Programs

For self-advocates, professionals, graduate students, and families.

 

 

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HDC's Shining Star: Lisa Davison

"Lisa is one of those people who makes HDC better simply by being part of it. Since she works in the northern part of the state, many people at HDC may not get to see firsthand just how much she does, but those of us lucky enough to work with her know what an incredible colleague she is. From running our NESTT clinic, to teaching LEND seminars, to coaching LASARD teachers in schools, Lisa seems to do it all, and she does it with enthusiasm, curiosity, and an incredible work ethic. She is always ready to try something new. And if Lisa does not know how to do something yet, just give her a week. She will learn it, master it, and probably be ready to teach the rest of us. She is bright, dependable, adaptable, and genuinely committed to making a difference, and I cannot think of anyone more deserving of being recognized as an HDC Shining Star."

- Krista James, LEND Director

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HDC Awarded Federal Grant to Strengthen School-Based Services for Children with Disabilities

The $1.2 million grant, SHIFT: School-based, High-quality Interdisciplinary Field Training to Improve Outcomes for Children with Disabilities, will prepare 50 graduate scholars to work collaboratively in local school settings supporting students with complex disabilities.

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Growing Together: Our new Adult Social and Life Skills Group 

We're building a space where adults with disabilities can build friendships, practice life skills, and explore their community.

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PROJECT NEWS

 

Early Childhood News
LASARD News
Louisiana DeafBlind Project News

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Contact

Human Development Center
411 S Prieur St
New Orleans, LA 70112
Phone: 504-556-7500

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Developmental Disabilities Network Partners

The Human Development Center partners with the Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council and Disability Rights Louisiana to create the Louisiana Developmental Disabilities (DD) Network.

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The Human Development Center strives to provide information in the most accessible formats possible. If information is needed in an accessible form (e.g., large print, Braille, video transcript), please complete this request form or contact us at HDCInfo@lsuhsc.edu.