Information and Referral
     NWLAHSD (Northwest Louisiana Human Services District)
           Developmental Disabilities Support and Information Coordinator Trained specialist that is funded by               the Developmental Disabilities Division of Northwest Louisiana Human Services District to assist     
           families to find and receive appropriate services and support in their community. 

     Resource Lending Library
          FHF has a large lending library with up to date information about all types of disabilities. The library is            filled with books, video tapes & DVD’s on various topics relevant to individuals with disabilities and                    their families.

Education and Training
     Louisiana Department of Education Contract
          This program promotes collaboration between home, school and community through planned                          workshops and one-on-one training and coaching. .Our Education Coordinators & Transition                              Specialist help parents and family members learn to effectively work with the school system to                          facilitate a free appropriate public education for students with special education needs.

      LaCAN– La Council's Advocacy Network
           LaCAN provides information and support to individuals wishing to effectively advocate for systems 
           change in the areas of home and community-based services, education, and employment. Regional             LaCAN teams include individuals with disabilities, their family members, and professionals. These                   members are notified by email or phone when communication with state agency officials, legislators
           or the Governor is necessary.

Peer Support
     Early Steps Community Outreach Specialist
          The program offers community awareness and parent support for the Early Steps program. The     
           specialist is a parent of a child with a disability who is under the age of ten and can offer parent
           support as well as information and referral.

     P.O.P. - Power of the Parent Support Group
          This support group is for parents and caregivers of individuals with disabilities. Parents and     
          caregivers are encouraged to come, share and learn with other parents and caregivers. The group   
          meets every third Wednesday of the month at the FHF center from 5:30pm - 6:30pm.

     H.W.F. - Hanging With Friends
          H.W.F. is a socialization group for self advocated 18 and over or self advocates out of the school     
          system. H.W.F. meets once a month to have fun, meet new people, and participate in community   
          activities.