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Disaster-related Services Offered by DRLA

Disability Rights Louisiana: Protect. Advocate. Empower.

If you are encountering difficulties in the wake of Hurricane Ida, we may be able to help with the following types of disaster-related issues:

• Problems obtaining necessary medicines or assistive devices from Medicaid.

• Not having access to the personal care workers you usually have through a Medicaid Waiver.

• Problems reaching Louisiana Rehabilitation Services.

• Problems getting special education services during evacuation.

• Problems with temporary housing not being accessible and/or allowing your service animal.

• Problems getting a sign language interpreter when dealing with FEMA, shelters, or other services.

• Not being allowed to use or apply for in housing or other services because of your disability.

Call us at 800-960-7705 or contact us at https://disabilityrightsla.org/get-help-now/.

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Logo for DRLA over the words "Protect, Advocate, Empower". If you are encountering difficulties in the wake of Hurricane Ida, we may be able to help with the following types of disaster-related issues: • Problems obtaining necessary medicines or assistive devices from Medicaid. • Not having access to the personal care workers you usually have through a Medicaid Waiver. • Problems reaching Louisiana Rehabilitation Services. • Problems getting special education services during evacuation. • Problems with temporary housing not being accessible and/or allowing your service animal. • Problems getting a sign language interpreter when dealing with FEMA, shelters, or other services. • Not being allowed to use or apply for in housing or other services because of your disability. If you need help or have questions about how Disability Rights Louisiana serves people with disabilities of all ages, contact us: TOLL-FREE 800-960-7705 Voice or Via Relay 8325 Oak St. New Orleans, LA 70118

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