SLIC: Southwest Louisiana Independence Center

04/22/2026

SLIC: Southwest Louisiana Independence Center wants to give a big shoutout to all of our amazing Administrative Professionals today. Thank you for all you do. Your hard work does not go unnoticed.

04/14/2026

SLIC: Southwest Louisiana Independence Center
📍4320 Lake Street, Lake Charles, LA 70605
📍216 A La Rue France, Lafayette, LA 70508

•WE’RE TAKING MEDICAL EQUIPMENT DONATIONS!•

Got medical equipment collecting dust?🧑🏻‍🦽

SLIC gladly accepts medial equipment donations🩼

Your unused items could make a BIG difference in someone’s daily life!‼️

✨ Canes

✨ Walkers

✨ Wheelchairs

✨ Shower chairs

✨ Knee scooters

✨ And other durable medical equipment

📍 Donate locally

💙 Support independence

♻️ Give equipment a second life

04/13/2026

04/09/2026

🇺🇸 had to the pleasure of meeting with members of American Legion, Post 1, in Lake Charles during their monthly meeting to present the (VDC) Veteran Directed Care program.🇺🇸

✅Are you a veteran?

➡️Contact today and ask us how we can serve you⬅️

04/08/2026

🇺🇸Attention Veterans🇺🇸

➡️Do you need assistance with your normal daily activities⬅️

Contact for more information on the (VDC) Veteran Directed Care Program through the VA.

03/29/2026

02/25/2026

SLIC: Southwest Louisiana Independence Center participated in the youth transition fair for Calcasieu Parish special education students. Pictured is Kamryn Thibodeaux IL Specialist.

02/24/2026

Part of our leadership team attended the AxisCare Evolve Conference in Austin Texas. We are excited to bring back new resources and ideas to our team.

02/10/2026

📢 Now Hiring – Lake Charles Office - Southwest Louisiana Independence Center (SLIC)
We’re currently accepting applications for the following positions:
✅ Welsh DSW
https://slic.bamboohr.com/careers/257
✅ Lake Charles Floater
https://slic.bamboohr.com/careers/250
To help us review your application as quickly as possible, please be sure to:
• Carefully read all job requirements before applying
• Fully answer all application questions
• Click the correct link above to apply for the specific position you are interested in
Thank you for your interest in joining the SLIC team!

Direct Support Professional (Caregiver)- Floater - AM/PM Shifts - Southwest La. Area, Region 5 Location: Lake Charles, LA (Serving Calcasieu, Cameron, Beauregard, Allen & Jefferson Davis)Pay: $9.00 – $12.00 per hour (Based on consumer waiver and individual care needs)Job Type: Part-time Job Su...

02/10/2026

📢 Now Hiring – Lafayette Office - Southwest Louisiana Independence Center (SLIC)
We’re currently accepting applications for the following positions:
✅ Delcambre DSW
https://slic.bamboohr.com/careers/266
✅ Lafayette Floater
https://slic.bamboohr.com/careers/251
To help us review your application as quickly as possible, please be sure to:
• Carefully read all job requirements before applying
• Fully answer all application questions
• Click the correct link above to apply for the specific position you are interested in
Thank you for your interest in joining the SLIC team!

Direct Support Professional (Caregiver) - Floater - AM/PM Shifts - Acadiana. Area, Region 4 Location: Lafayette, LA (Acadia, Evangeline, Iberia, Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin, St. Mary, and Vermilion)Pay: $9.00 – $12.00 per hour (Based on consumer waiver and individual care needs)Job Type: Par...

01/12/2026

The Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council is excited to share that applications are now open for the 2026 Louisiana Youth Leadership Forum (YLF).

YLF is a five-day, overnight leadership program for high school students with disabilities. As an YLF delegate, you’ll learn about leadership, advocacy, disability history, and disability pride. You’ll also connect with other youth who have similar experiences and build skills to become future leaders.


Program Details

Date: July 8 – 12, 2026
Location: LSU Eunice in Eunice, La
Free lodging, meals and accommodations
Lodging, meals, and accommodations are provided at no cost
1 staff member per delegate
2 nurses on site 24/7
All speakers are mentors with disabilities


Who Can Apply as a Delegate?

You can apply if you:

Are in 10th, 11th, or 12th grade
Have a disability
Want to learn about the disability community and its history
Want to use your voice to make positive change
Can attend the full program July 8–12, 2026 in Eunice, Louisiana

If this sounds like you, click HERE to apply.

Need Help or More Information?

Contact: Lillian DeJean, Program Coordinator

Email: ldejean@fhfacadiana.org

Phone: (337) 205-2504

01/12/2026

Save the Summit to your calendar!
"What's Going On?" with Dom Kelly, New Disabled South
Speak Up Stand Up Summit Day #1
Jan 09, 2026, 10:00 AM
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Jan 09, 2026, 12:30 PM
https://lsuhsc.zoom.us/j/97145052529
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Dom Kelly
New Disabled South
Dom Kelly
"What Can I Do?" with Rebecca Cokley, Ford Foundation
Speak Up Stand Up Summit Day #2
Jan 16, 2026, 10:00 AM
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Jan 16, 2026, 12:30 PM
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Rebecca Cokley
U.S. Disability Rights program with the Ford Foundation
Rebecca Cokley
"Let's Take Action!" with former Governor John Bel Edwards
Speak Up Stand Up Summit Day #3
Jan 22, 2026, 10:00 AM
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Jan 22, 2026, 12:30 PM
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John Bel Edwards
Former Governor
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