D.R.E.A.M.S. stands for Disability, Resources, Education, Activities, Management, and Services.

The D.R.E.A.M.S. Foundation of Acadiana, a special needs non-profit organization, was incorporated in 2007 to help individuals with special needs and their families to educate the public of their needs and wants.

Sports and activities offered to children and adults in the Lafayette area.

Providing adaptive sports opportunities for people with disabilities to develop independence, confidence and fitness through sports.

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The UCO Endeavor Games is a nationally recognized competition that allows all athletes from around the country with physical disabilities to participate in a multi-sport event.

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We are a non-profit organization providing free tools, information, and resources for families of children with disabilities or special needs.

Exceptional Lives offers resources for children and young adults.

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Call or text 1-844-354-1212

Email info@exceptionallives.org

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"GNO Therapeutic Riding Center is a non-profit organization that is focused on providing a fun and therapeutic experience for individuals with physical, emotional, and learning disabilities. They are dedicated to promoting horseback riding activities to enhance quality of life in a safe and professional environment."

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Located in City Park, New Orleans, Healing Wheels NOLA helps physically handicapped and disabled ride bikes again.

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Provides therapeutic horsemanship instruction to people who are differently-abled

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Jefferson Parish Department of Parks & Recreation offers a wide variety of traditional and non-traditional recreational activities for adults, teens and children, including people with disabilities.

If you are a person with a disability and would like more information and/or special accommodations for our programs or facilities, please feel free to contact us at 504-736-6999 or by e-mail at JPRecreation@JeffParish.net.

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Offers unique Mind Matters program to help improve memory. Numerous "Brain Health Series" talking about how to upkeep a healthy cognitive brain. Sports, fitness, summer camp, and nursery school included. Also included is an Alzheimer's program.

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A charitable swimming and aquatic activity program in which teaching methods and student activities are adapted to meet the needs of individuals who, because of mental or physical impairment, cannot readily achieve success in a regular swim program.

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