SLIC: Southwest Louisiana Independence Center

SLIC: Southwest Louisiana Independence Center To assist and advocate for our senior adults and individuals with disabilities.

Information & Referral: serves as a referral source answering specific questions from consumers and the general public about disability issues. maintains a database of information about facilities and resources related to disability, and when appropriate, makes referrals to other service providers. Independent Living Skills Training: assists consumers by teaching and practicing the skills which will increase independence. Such skills may include: nutrition, cooking, menu-planning, transportation access training, health care and financial management. Peer Counseling: shares knowledge, skills, and disability-related experiences in group sessions, or one-on-one. also provides sharing of opinions, feelings, problems and solutions. Advocacy: provides information and support concerning legal and civil rights, available benefits, and housing accessibility issues, for persons with disabilities. also provides technical assistance and support to any business regarding Americans with Disabilities Act(ADA) compliance issues, with on-site reviews provided upon request and recommendations. Transitioning: From a nursing home into the community from high school into the workforce.

Sharing info for whoever might need it.
09/04/2025

Sharing info for whoever might need it.

was excited to be a part of this Emergency Preparedness Training Event today in Region 4.
08/02/2025

was excited to be a part of this Emergency Preparedness Training Event today in Region 4.

Phillip Creduer participated in the YLife event on Sunday at the Louisiana Youth Leadership Forum. He gave the campers i...
07/15/2025

Phillip Creduer participated in the YLife event on Sunday at the Louisiana Youth Leadership Forum. He gave the campers information on Centers for Independent Living.

07/14/2025

This training includes Disaster Preparedness, CERT Organization, Medical (including choking, CPR, and AED), Fire Safety, Disaster Psychology, Light Search and Rescue, and Terrorism with Active Shooter

Disability Rights of Louisiana, Families helping Families and SILC is presenting a Virtual Empowerment through Employmen...
07/14/2025

Disability Rights of Louisiana, Families helping Families and SILC is presenting a Virtual Empowerment through Employment conference on August 13th, 2025. They will covering multiple topics and will be able to answer any questions.
Scan the QR code below to register for the conference!

SLIC: Southwest Louisiana Independence Center Region 4 office held its annual DSW appreciation celebration today. It’s w...
07/02/2025

SLIC: Southwest Louisiana Independence Center Region 4 office held its annual DSW appreciation celebration today. It’s was great seeing the DSWs and consumers that were able to attend. We would like to thank all of our amazing DSWs that could and could not attend. Without you we couldn’t do what we do!

Lafayette office enjoyed the little things today! Administrator Danielle Creduer treated the office to a refreshing swee...
06/23/2025

Lafayette office enjoyed the little things today! Administrator Danielle Creduer treated the office to a refreshing sweet treat, on this hot Monday!

Independent Living Training 2025During our training, Phillip Credeur, our Assistant Director, reminded us that is a Cen...
06/18/2025

Independent Living Training 2025

During our training, Phillip Credeur, our Assistant Director, reminded us that is a Center for Independent Living above all else. provides various services, but our main goal is to help people with disabilities live independently within the community. We were gathered today and reminded that it is a blessing to be able to help and provide assistance to those in need. We also enjoyed getting closer as a team with many different team building excersises. If you are an individual in need of assistance, please give us a call at 337-477-7194.

See information below if you are interested! This is a great summer opportunity.
06/10/2025

See information below if you are interested! This is a great summer opportunity.

Summer Shine Social Time - Three Sessions Daily!
Designed for individuals with disabilities, ages 16 & older.

Tuesdays & Thursdays
9 am - 12 pm

June 10 - SUPER HERO
June 12 - EMOTIONS
June 17 - WELLNESS
June 19 - LUAU
June 24 - SPACE
June 26 - PATRIOTIC

Pricing per Hour Session
*Multi-session discounts available*
337-436-5001

The Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Counsil is making a 5-year plan to help people with disabilities and their fami...
06/03/2025

The Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Counsil is making a 5-year plan to help people with disabilities and their families in Louisiana.
They made a survey to learn what is most important to you. They plan to use your answers to help write the goals and objectives in the new plan. Complete the survey by July 18th.

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Lake Charles' Annual Fishing Trip 2025Almost 200 pounds of fish were caught, it was a great and successful day!
05/23/2025

Lake Charles' Annual Fishing Trip 2025

Almost 200 pounds of fish were caught, it was a great and successful day!

Scroll down, click on the event, and RSVP! We can't wait to see everyone!
05/15/2025

Scroll down, click on the event, and RSVP! We can't wait to see everyone!

Address

4320 Lake Street
Lake Charles, LA
70605

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+13374777194

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