What we do
The Human Development Center serves as a resource to people with disabilities, families, service providers, educators, and policy-makers. From individuals to systems, we build capacity and inspire change throughout the life cycle to ensure that people with disabilities are able to participate fully in all aspects of community life.
Our Services and Programs
Below is a list of our projects within each initiative area. For a detailed description of each project, please visit Our Initiatives page.
Early Childhood
For families and care takers.
- Early Head Start Child Care Partnership (EHS-CCP)
- Inclusive Practices in Early Childhood (IPEC)
- Early Learning Center
Education
For families and educators.
- Louisiana Autism Spectrum and Related Disabilities Project (LASARD)
- Louisiana DeafBlind Project for Children and Youth (LADBP)
Transition, Employment, Careers
For self-advocates, families, educators, and employment support professionals.
- PAY Check (Transition)
- Employment First Trainings
- West South Central Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WSC WIPA)
Interdisciplinary Trainings
For self-advocates, professionals, graduate students, and families.
Diagnostic Clinic
For families.
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HDC Developmental Disabilities Network Partners
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