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Apply for LA CHIP - Louisiana's Children's Health Insurance Program
(Separate Website)
Click to learn about Louisiana's Children's Health Insurance Program, free for families who qualify. Click on the link to learn more and to apply.
By: Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals
Community Services Office Nearest You.
(Separate Website)
To report children needing protection or to find out about foster care and other services for children without a family's care.
By: La. Department of Social Services, Office of Community Services
Family's Guide to the Child Welfare System
(Separate Website)
This is a long (140 pages) guide to the child welfare system in general (it is not about Louisiana). It includes tips for parents and children who are in the system.
By: Child Welfare League of America
Find State Benefits
(Separate Website)
Need more help? Find out if you may be eligible for Louisiana government benefits.
By: GovBenefits
Read this in:
Spanish / Español
Helping Children and Teens Cope with Hurricane Season
(Separate Website)
A guide for parents and caregivers.
By: Mercy Corps
Kidline Hotline
Call 1-800-244-5373 for help. Counsels and refers victims of abuse and neglect, and those who want to help.
By: Prevent Child Abuse Louisiana
National Runaway Switchboard Hotline
Confidential 24-hour crisis line to get help for children and youth who are runaways or at-risk of leaving home.
By: National Runaway Switchboard
Prevent Child Abuse Louisiana (PCAL)
(Separate Website)
A volunteer-based group dedicated to preventing the abuse and neglect of our state's children. PCAL provides several services, including the KIDLINE hotline.
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