Northshore Families Helping Families

Northshore Families Helping Families The Northshore's Resource Center for Individuals with Disabilities & Children With Health Concens. Northshore Families Helping Families was established in 1992.

NFHF is the only family-driven resource center that serves individuals with disabilities on the Northshore. Every staff member has a family member with a disability or is a self-advocate, and a majority of our board members must have a family member with a disability.
-We empower YOUTHS to become self-advocates.

Sept 1 -Free Zoom Webinar & CEs! 💻Learn how to recognize emotional distress and use effective soothing strategies when s...
08/31/2026

Sept 1 -Free Zoom Webinar & CEs! 💻

Learn how to recognize emotional distress and use effective soothing strategies when supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

📅 September 1
⏰ 1:00–2:30 PM
🎓 1.5 no-cost continuing education contact hours available for eligible nurses and social workers

Scan the QR code on the flyer to register!

Your input matters!If you have a child with special healthcare needs or a disability, please take 4–5 minutes to complet...
08/27/2026

Your input matters!
If you have a child with special healthcare needs or a disability, please take 4–5 minutes to complete this confidential survey and help identify needed programs, supports, and service gaps.

Complete the survey: https://tinyurl.com/CYSHCN-FHF-2026

Life-changing program - Don't Miss Out!Partners In Policymaking Accepting Applications!
08/27/2026

Life-changing program - Don't Miss Out!
Partners In Policymaking Accepting Applications!

08/24/2026

📬 **Check Out Our Latest Newsletter!**

Explore upcoming events, webinars, resources, and opportunities from Northshore Families Helping Families. **Take a look and register for what interests you!**

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📣 Your Voice Matters- Join LaCAN’s Community Input Meeting on Thursday, August 20!🤝 In person at 11 a.m.Register: https:...
08/17/2026

📣 Your Voice Matters- Join LaCAN’s Community Input Meeting on Thursday, August 20!

🤝 In person at 11 a.m.
Register: https://tinyurl.com/LaCANRegion9Input

💻 Virtual at 6 p.m.
Register: https://tinyurl.com/lacanR9virtualmeeting

Share your ideas and help strengthen supports for individuals with disabilities and their families. Questions? Call Angel Magee at 985-351-2130.

Join us 10AM Saturday, Aug. 8 for Emergency Preparedness.
08/08/2026

Join us 10AM Saturday, Aug. 8 for Emergency Preparedness.

📚 Register Today for Our FREE Webinar!👉 http://tiny.cc/beforethebellBefore the school year begins, make sure you know yo...
07/23/2026

📚 Register Today for Our FREE Webinar!
👉 http://tiny.cc/beforethebell

Before the school year begins, make sure you know your child's special education rights. Join Northshore Families Helping Families to learn how to confidently advocate for your child.

🗓 Thursday, July 30 | 🕐 1:00 PM

You'll learn:
✅ IDEA rights and protections
✅ Procedural safeguards
✅ Special education terms and acronyms
✅ How to prepare for school and IEP meetings

Knowledge is your best advocacy tool. Start the school year informed and empowered!

Register now: 👉 http://tiny.cc/beforethebell

**🚨 Be Prepared Before Disaster Strikes! 🚨**Disasters can happen at any time—but being prepared can make all the differe...
07/23/2026

**🚨 Be Prepared Before Disaster Strikes! 🚨**

Disasters can happen at any time—but being prepared can make all the difference, especially for individuals with disabilities and their families.

Join us for the **St. Tammany Parish Disability Disaster Preparedness Workshop** to learn practical, disability-specific strategies for staying safe before, during, and after an emergency.

🗓 **Saturday, August 8**
🕙 **10:00 AM – 2:00 PM**
📍 **Madisonville Library**
1123 Main Street, Madisonville, LA

🎟 **Register today:** [https://tinyurl.com/StTammany080826](https://tinyurl.com/StTammany080826)

# # # You'll learn about:

✅ Personal emergency preparedness planning
✅ Disability-specific emergency considerations
✅ Understanding weather reports and alerts
✅ Sheltering with pets
✅ St. Tammany Parish emergency resources
✅ And much more!

🍽 **Enjoy a complimentary lunch** while visiting vendor tables featuring valuable local resources and community organizations.

Northshore Families Helping Families is proud to partner with GOHSEP and local organizations to help ensure every member of our community is prepared for emergencies.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this event with families, caregivers, self-advocates, and professionals!

Address

108 Highland Park Plaza
Covington, LA
70433

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+19858750511

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