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Family Supports Coordination

Guidance and Support to Parents of Children Age 0-3

Supported Living Services

Support Services for People Who Wish to Live Independently

Community Integration

Five Community Centers Provide Activities That Promote Independence

Employment Services

Pre-employment Training and Job Placement

Paragon Industries

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Arc of Greater New Orleans works to secure for all people with intellectual disabilities opportunities to develop, function, and live to their fullest potential.

About Us

Since 1953, The Arc of Greater New Orleans (ArcGNO) has been dedicated to advancing the independence and well-being of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities such as Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and autism.

Our staff supports more than 500 individuals throughout Jefferson, Orleans, St. Bernard, Plaquemines, and St. Tammany parishes.

What We Do

Family Support Coordination
Help families of young children obtain speech, occupational, and physical therapy.

Supported Living Services
Assist adults with day-to-day living skills so they can be more independent.

Community Integration
We operate four community centers promoting independence, self-reliance, and self-esteem.

Employment Services
We assist with job placement, provide job coaching, and employ individuals with IDD.

Paragon Indsutries
Through our social enterprises, we provide wage-earning jobs for those with IDD.

Transportation
Provides transportation services for jobs, community centers, and social outings.

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With your help, we can continue to expand services and support to individuals in need.

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Help us advocate for and empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Our purpose is to create, through education, advocacy, and support, a greater New Orleans community that includes, accepts, and celebrates people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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925 Labarre Road
Metairie, LA 70001

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