State guide
Louisiana
Programs, dollars, and people that serve autism families in Louisiana. Federal protections always apply on top of what you see here.
⏰ Act now — Medicaid waiver waitlist
Louisiana NOW and Supports Waivers (OCDD)
Typical wait: varies — long waitlists; apply the day of diagnosis
Apply through Louisiana OCDD (Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities) the day of diagnosis — OCDD manages both the New Opportunities Waiver (NOW) and Supports Waiver.
Louisiana's NOW waiver is a comprehensive HCBS waiver; the Supports Waiver serves individuals with less intensive needs.
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