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Y L I M A F L A U N AN E D I U G YOUR FAMILY’S GUIDE TO EVERYTHING NEW ORLEANS
Where do babies come from?
Babies come from the swamp! Tell her the truth. Babies come from Touro. Whether you are thinking about starting a family or looking to add to it, Touro is here to deliver. Our team of OB/GYNs, midwives, and nurses will partner with you to create a personalized care plan that best fits you and your family. The Family Birthing Center at Touro has welcomed generations of New Orleanians and is proud to welcome the newest member of your krewe.
Learn more at touro.com/fbc
THE FUTURE IS HERE St. Paul’s Episcopal School provides excellence in education fostering strength of intellect and strength of character in an accelerated learning environment. We recognize the power of play and project-based, experiential learning. Your child can benefit from: ● Small class sizes from toddler to 8th grade ● Episcopal tradition of academic excellence, inclusiveness, and spiritual values ● Co-ed real life experiences ● Spanish and Latin ● Award-winning science and math programs ● Outdoor education ● Spiraling curriculum meeting the social and physical needs of children ● Service learning and character development ● State-of-the-art recording studio, technology and coding programs ● Awareness of environmental, economic, and cultural sustainability
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St. Paul’s admits students of any race, religion, national & ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.
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Mapping the Area’s Best Parks & Playgrounds Pet Adoption Choosing your family’s perfect pet
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The Arts Dance & Music, Drama & Arts
11 Early Childhood Early Childhood, Mommy & Me, Services
15 Education Charter Schools, Independent & Private Schools, Private Preschools, Summer & Seasonal Camps, Tutoring & Enrichment Services
25 Family Fun Activities/Classes, Attractions/Outdoor Fun, Indoor Play, Libraries, Museums/ Zoos, Travel
29 Family Biking Discovering the best trails
31 Health & Family Services Adoption, Behavioral Health, Counseling Services, Pediatric & Family Dentistry, Fertility/Reproduction, Hospitals, Lice Removal, Pet Care, Pediatric Services, Primary Care, Therapy, Urgent Care, Wellness
36 Teaching Your Child to Save 37 Nonprofit Organizations
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42 Finding the Perfect Nanny...or Manny 43 Pregnancy & Baby
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Childbirth, Lactation/Nursing, ObGyn, Physical Therapy
45 Let’s Shop!
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47 Special Needs Activities, Education, Resources, Speech/Language/Pathology/ Audiology, Support/Therapy
52 Must-Knows for Your Child’s Swimming Success
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53 Sports and Recreation Gymnastics & Cheerleading, Martial Arts, Soccer, Swimming, Fitness
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Mapp ing the New Orleans Area's Best
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1. Crescent Park, Bywater
5. New Orleans City Park, Mid-City
Along the Mississippi River, with entrances at Bartholomew, Piety, & Marigny Streets. This beautiful, 1.4-mile urban linear park spans 20 acres and offers great views of the city skyline.
City Park Avenue at Carrollton Avenue. This expansive 1,300-acre public park, with children’s rides and Storyland, City Putt miniature golf, fishing, 36-hole golf course, and more, delights all ages.
2. Palmer Park, Carrollton Carrollton Avenue at S. Claiborne Avenue. Home to the monthly Arts Market New Orleans openair marketplace, this shady park has a large play area with benches for keeping an eye on the kids.
6. Kenilworth Playground, Lakeshore
3. Audubon Park, Uptown
7. Confetti Park, Algiers Point
St. Charles Avenue between Walnut Street & Exposition Boulevard. Home to the Audubon Zoo and an 18-hole golf course, this park also features play structures and trees for children to climb.
4. Danneel Playground, Uptown St. Charles Avenue at Octavia Street. This park, situated on the streetcar route, has separate play structures for older and younger kids, as well as a large open field for Frisbee, football, and picnics.
7820 Redfish St. Near the Lakefront Airport, this park features a great play structure with fun slides, rope-climbing, and swings, as well as baseball fields and basketball courts. Pelican Avenue at Verret Street. A lovely, small playground in the heart of old Algiers that is suitable for kids of all ages.
8. Gretna Heritage Playground, Old Gretna Gretna Street at Huey P. Long Avenue. This playground features separate play structures for big and little kids with swings, a merry-goround, monkey bars, seesaw, and more.
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3 4 8 9. Wally Pontiff Jr. Playground, Old Metairie 1521 Palm Street. This playground features something for everyone, including a running track, baseball fields, tennis courts, and indoor gymnasium.
10. Bonnabel Boat Launch, Metairie Bonnabel Boulevard at Lake Pontchartrain. This fenced playground is topped by a rubberized mat to keep kids safe, while the boat launch, dog park, and fishing pier will keep the whole family happy.
11. Lafreniere Park, Metairie 3000 Downs Blvd. This huge park has it all: playgrounds, sports fields, disc golf, picnic spots, a lagoon with ducks, spray park, 2-mile walking trail, and more.
12. Kenner City Park, Kenner Loyola Drive at Vintage Drive. This wellmaintained fenced space features a handicapaccessible playground, cool climbing apparatus and slippery slides, pavilion, and 1/4-mile walking track. 2021 FAMILY RESOURCE GUIDE • NolaFamily.com | 7
PET ADOPTION Many factors come into play when choosing the right pet for your family, including how much responsibility your child will have for the pet’s care and your family’s budget.
Your daily routine will determine the most suitable animal • Are you & the kids ready for several walks each day, regardless of weather? If not, consider a cat. • Away for long hours? Again, a cat may be a better option. • Ready to housetrain / box-train your pet? If not, then an older pet may be best.
Costs Vary by Facility Fees vary at different times of the year, with featured specials, waived fees, and free older animal adoptions. Discounts are given for multiple animal adoptions. Expect to pay $125 to $200/dog and $85 to $150/cat, including spaying/ neutering, vaccinations, deworming, testing, and microchipping.
Other costs Depending upon the size of the dog, new puppy vet visits and boosters can range from $250 to $600/first year. Annual well visits are required of all pets in the range of $65-$100, plus annual rabies shots, tests, and flea and heartworm medications. Animals also may need periodic dental care. Depending upon the breed, some cats and dogs also require regular grooming. And don’t forget food, leashes, and toys!
Supplemental pet care Ensure that you have a facility or friend who can care for Snoopy or Sylvester if your family goes on vacation.
Adoption facilities Metro-New Orleans has multiple rescue pet facilities. All feature on-line browsing of adoptable animals and are currently offering services and adoptions by appointment only. ARNO 504-571-1900 Jefferson SPCA 504-736-6111 Louisiana SPCA 504-368-5191 Zeus’ Rescue 504-309-2144 8 | NolaFamily.com • 2021 FAMILY RESOURCE GUIDE
THE ARTS DANCE & MUSIC Articulate Motions Dance Academy 337 W. Harrison Ave., New Orleans 101 Commercial Square, Slidell 504.410.4999 articulatemotions.com | amdanola@gmail.com
Louisiana Academy of Performing Arts River Ridge School of Music & Dance 2020 Dickory Ave #200, Harahan 504.738.3050 laapa.com Music lessons and dance classes for kids, teens, and adults. Have fun learning to play, dance, and sing to the music you love.
Lelia Haller Ballet Classique
Meta Fairburn’s Dance Academy
4916 Canal St., New Orleans 504.482.0038 lhballet.com
1102 N. Highway 190, Ste. I & J, Covington 985.966.3284 metafairburnsdanceacademy.com | mfmffairburn@gmail.com
A classical ballet school since 1928, Lelia Haller Ballet Classique specializes in classical ballet instruction for ages 3 to adult. We also offer classes in tap, jazz, and contemporary dance.
Louisiana Academy of Performing Arts Mandeville School of Music & Dance 105 Campbell Ave #3, Mandeville 985.674.2992 laapa.com Music lessons and dance classes for kids, teens, and adults. Have fun learning to play, dance, and sing to the music you love.
Schramel Conservatory of Dance 920 Terpsichore St., New Orleans 504.826.0646 neworleansballettheatre.com The official dance school of the New Orleans Ballet Theatre, offering students training with professional dancers on the highest level, and classes at all levels in ballet, tap, and modern dance.
The Studio School of Dance 3116 N. Arnoult Road, Metairie 504.941.7345 thestudionola.com We teach through positive reinforcement to produce very happy, well-trained young dancers with a lifelong respect and love for dance. Offering classes in ballet, contemporary, modern, mommy and me, and more. 2021 FAMILY RESOURCE GUIDE • NolaFamily.com | 9
THE ARTS
DRAMA & ARTS KID smART 2533 Columbus St., Ste. 201, New Orleans 504.940.1994 kidsmart.org KID smART blends academic subjects with drama, dance, music, poetry, and visual art to make New Orleans public schools more joyful and effective places to learn.
Upturn Arts 1719 Toledano St., New Orleans 504.390.8399 upturnarts.org Upturn Arts provides week-long camps for ages 4-14 with dance, music, visual arts, and theater classes, including breakfast and lunch. All camps are offered on a sliding scale basis through the CreARTive grants program.
New Orleans Center for Creative Arts 2800 Chartres St., New Orleans 504.940.2787 nocca.com NOCCA offers intensive instruction in classical music, jazz, creative writing, culinary arts, dance, drama, media arts, musical theater, theater design, vocal music, visual arts, and academics. Admission is by audition.
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CHILDHOOD EARLY CHILDHOOD Arden Cahill Academy – Infant Centre 3101 Wall Blvd., Gretna 504.392.0902 ardencahillacademy.com Arden Cahill Academy offers a co-educational program with a strong emphasis on academics and cultural enrichment for students aged 6 weeks through high school.
Beary Cherry Tree Child Development Center 3117 Lake Villa Dr., Metairie 504.455.1950 bearycherrytree.com Family-owned and operated child care center with a positive, emotionally supportive teaching staff. Call for a private tour, as our center offers ongoing enrollment.
Kinder Haus Montessori 5201 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie 504.454.2424, kinderhausmontessori.com 252 Magnolia St., Mandeville 985.674.9303, kinderhausmandeville.com A GIFT FOR LIFE, serving families since 1984! Year-round Montessori classes for children 12 months–6 years. Call to schedule a visit with us.
Louise Hayem Manheim Gates Preschool Congregation Gates of Prayer 4000 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie 504.885.4339 gatesofprayercece.org Children ages three months through five years enjoy a safe and nurturing school committed to providing a stimulating and supportive learning environment where children can grow and develop emotionally, cognitively, and physically.
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MOMMY & ME R.E.A.D. Nola 921 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans 504.450.3997 readnola.com
SERVICES Agenda for Children 8300 Earhart Blvd., Ste. 201, New Orleans 504.586.8509 2486 Florida St., Mandeville 985.624.2950 agendaforchildren.org Agenda for Children is a nonprofit advocacy and service organization that focuses on the wellbeing of children, from birth through eighteen years of age.
Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services 888.524.3578 dss.state.la.us LAHelpU.dcfs@la.gov Offering a Child Care Assistance Program to low-income families to help pay for childcare while the parent(s) are working or attending school.
The Parenting Center at Children’s Hospital 210 State St., New Orleans 504.896.9591 chnola.org/theparentingcenter Helping Parents Grow: The Parenting Center provides classes, book and video lending libraries, and a playroom.
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St. Catherine of Siena School provides a community of faith that fosters academic excellence and a foundation for a Christcentered life for students in grades Pre K-3 to 7th. TOURS GIVEN BY APPOINTMENT
400 CODIFER BOULEVARD, METAIRIE, LA 504.831.1166 | scsgators.org St. Catherine of Siena does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies.
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A Free and Public French Immersion and Curriculum School Patton Campus 5951 Patton St., New Orleans Johnson Campus 1800 Monroe St., New Orleans McNair Campus 1607 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans Priestley Campus 1601 Leonidas St., New Orleans 14 | NolaFamily.com • 2021 FAMILY RESOURCE GUIDE
LEARN MORE: 504.620.5500 www.LFNO.org Grades Pre-K4 to 11th. A new grade level will be added every year up to grade 12.
EDUCATION CHARTER SCHOOLS Arthur Ashe Charter School 1456 Gardena Dr., New Orleans 504.373.6267 firstlineschools.org/arthur-ashe-charter-school Grades Kindergarten to 8th
Audubon Charter School Lower School 428 Broadway St., New Orleans 504.324.7100 Upper School 1111 Milan St., New Orleans 504.324.7110 Gentilly 4720 Painters St., New Orleans 504.309.9434 auduboncharter.com Grades Pre-K 3 to 8th
Benjamin Franklin Elementary Mathematics and Science School
Edward Hynes Charter School Lakeview Campus: 990 Harrison Ave., New Orleans 504.324.7160 UNO Campus: 6101 Chatham Dr., New Orleans 504.359.7700 hynesschool.org Grades Pre-K to 8th
International High School of New Orleans 727 Carondelet St., New Orleans 504.613.5703 ihsnola.org Grades 9th to 12th
International School of Louisiana Uptown Campus – French and Spanish Language Immersion 1400 Camp St., New Orleans 504.654.1088 isl-edu.org/uptown-campus Grades 3rd to 8th
1116 Jefferson Ave., New Orleans 401 Nashville Ave., New Orleans 504.304.3932 babyben.org Grades Pre-K to 8th
Westbank Campus – Spanish Language Immersion 502 Olivier St., New Orleans 504.274.4571 isl-edu.org/westbank-campus Grades Kindergarten to 5th
Benjamin Franklin High School
Dixon Campus – French and Spanish Language Immersion 4040 Eagle St., New Orleans 504.934.4875 isl-edu.org/dixon-campus Grades Kindergarten to 2nd
2001 Leon C. Simon Dr., New Orleans 504.286.2600 bfhsla.org Grades 9th to 12th
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EDUCATION L.B. Landry High School
Lake Forest Charter School
1200 LB Landry Ave., New Orleans 504.302.7170 algierscharterschools.org/schools/landry Grades 9th to 12th
11110 Lake Forest Blvd., New Orleans 504.826.7140 lakeforestcharter.org Grades Kindergarten to 8th
L.B. Landry High School helps students find their path to success based on their own individual goals and aspirations. Students will find meaningful opportunities both inside and outside the classroom that will help prepare them for life after high school.
Lawrence D. Crocker College Prep 2301 Marengo St., New Orleans 504.335.0404 crockercollegeprep.org Grades Pre-K to 8th
Lafayette Academy Charter School
Lusher Charter School
Lower School 2733 Esplanade Ave., New Orleans 504.861.9767
Lower School 7315 Willow St., New Orleans 504.862.5110
Middle School 9330 Forshey St., New Orleans 504.934.4683 lafayetteacademyno.org Grades Pre-K to 8th
Middle & High School 5624 Freret St., New Orleans 504.304.3960 lusherschool.org Grades Kindergarten to 12th
the only private catholic co-ed high school serving the New Orleans area Grades 8th - 12th
Come visit and learn more about us today by scheduling a private tour! www.delasallenola.com
5300 St. Charles Avenue | 504.895.5717
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EDUCATION Lycée Français de la Nouvelle-Orléans – French Immersion A Free and Public French Immersion and Curriculum School
INDEPENDENT & PRIVATE SCHOOLS Academy of the Sacred Heart
Patton Campus: 5951 Patton St., New Orleans
4521 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans 504.269.1213 ashrosary.org
Johnson Campus: 1800 Monroe St., New Orleans McNair Campus: 1607 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans
Sacred Heart is a Catholic, independent, college-prep school for girls ages 1 through grade 12.
Priestley Campus: 1601 Leonidas St. New Orleans 504.620.5500 lfno.org
Archbishop Chapelle High School 8800 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie 504.467.3105 archbishopchapelle.org Grades 8th to 12th
Grades Pre-K4 to 11th. A new grade level will be added every year up to grade 12.
Martin Behrman Charter School 2832 General Meyer Ave., New Orleans 504.302.7090 algierscharterschools.org/schools/behrman Grades Pre-K to 8th
Archbishop Rummel High School
Martin Behrman Charter is committed to cultivating lifelong learners through the arts and social sciences. As an arts and artsintegration learning community, we learn in, about, and through the arts to ensure academic, social-emotional, and artistic growth.
Morris Jeff Community School
1901 Severn Ave., Metairie 504.834.5592 rummelraiders.com Grades 8th to 12th
Arden Cahill Academy 3101 Wall Blvd., Gretna 504.392.0902 ardencahillacademy.com Arden Cahill Academy offers a coeducational program with a strong emphasis on academics and cultural enrichment for students from 6 weeks through high school.
Elementary & Middle School 211 S. Lopez St., New Orleans 504.373.6258 High School Campus 1301 N. Derbigny St., New Orleans 504.355.0210 Morrisjeffschool.org Grades Pre-K4 to 12th
Atonement Lutheran Church and School 6500 Riverside Dr., Metairie 504.887.0225 alcs.org
Samuel J. Green Charter School 2319 Valence St., New Orleans 504.304.3532 firstlineschools.org/samuel-j-green-charter-school Grades Pre-K to 8th
Since 1960, Atonement provides an affordable education in a purposefully small Christcentered environment for Pre-K3 to 8th grade.
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EDUCATION Cabrini High School
Metairie Park Country Day School
1400 Moss St., New Orleans 504.482.1193 cabrinihigh.com
300 Park Rd., Metairie
Cabrini High School is rooted in the philosophy of St. Francis Xavier Cabrini who believed that education should be of the mind and heart. Cabrini High School provides a nurturing learning environment that promises individualized attention, academic rigor tailored to each student’s abilities and progress, and an experienced and recognized faculty dedicated to the intellectual and spiritual development of young women. At Cabrini, you’ll find friendship, faith, your future, and most importantly you’ll “find yourself.”
De La Salle High School 5300 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans 504.895.5717 delasallenola.com Grades 8th to 12th De La Salle is the only co-ed, private Catholic high school serving the city of New Orleans. Rooted in the Lesallian tradition, we guide young men and women in our community to develop spiritually, intellectually, physically, and socially.
504.837.5204 mpcds.com Established in 1929, Metairie Park Country Day School is a coeducational, independent Pre-KGrade 12 School where the care and cultivation of each child come to life with exciting and innovative approaches to teaching.
Ridgewood Preparatory School 201 Pasadena Ave., Metairie 504.835.2545 ridgewoodprep.com Ridgewood is an independent, college preparatory, unit school in the New Orleans metro area serving grades pre-K to 12th.
St. Andrew’s Episcopal School 8012 Oak St., New Orleans 504.861.3743 standrewsepiscopalschool.org St. Andrew’s Episcopal School enrolls boys and girls from 12 months through 8th grade and promotes academic excellence in a small, nurturing environment.
Ecole Bilingue de la Nouvelle-Orléans
St. Ann School
812 General Pershing St., New Orleans 504.896.4500 ebnola.com
4921 Meadowdale St., Metairie 504.455.7051 Stannschool.org
Ecole Bilingue is the only private French school in New Orleans accredited by the French Ministry of Education and educates children ages 2 years old through 8th grade.
St. Ann enrolls boys and girls from 2 years through 7th grade and offers a challenging academic curriculum in a Catholic environment.
Kehoe-France School
400 Codifer Blvd., Metairie 504.831.1166 scsgators.org
720 Elise Ave., Metairie 504.733.0472 kehoe-france.com Ages 8 weeks to 7th grade Kehoe-France is a private, non-denominational, co-educational school, serving 8-week-old infants through 7th grade. Children are nurtured in a warm and welcoming environment with small class sizes on a 14-acre campus.
St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School
St. Catherine of Siena School provides a community of faith that fosters academic excellence and a foundation for a Christcentered life for students in grades Pre-K 3 to 7th.
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EDUCATION St. Edward the Confessor School
St. Pius X Catholic School
4901 W Metairie Ave., Metairie 504.888.6353 steddyschool.com
6600 Spanish Fort Blvd., New Orleans 504.282.2811 stpiusxnola.org
Traditional Catholic school, Pre-K-1 to 7th grade – rigorous academics, fine arts, foreign language, extensive extracurriculars, involved families, and happy students.
St. Pius X is a Pre-K3 to 7th grade Catholic, co-educational school dedicated to achieving academic excellence, high standards of morality, and the values of the Catholic faith.
St. George’s Episcopal School
Stuart Hall School for Boys
923 Napoleon Ave., New Orleans 504.891.5509 stgnola.org
2032 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans 504.861.1954 stuarthall.org
St. George’s is reimagining education in a coeducational, independent school setting for students age 1 to 8th grade.
Stuart Hall is an independent, Catholic school offering education to boys in Pre-K3 through 7th grade.
St. John Lutheran School
Ursuline Academy
3937 Canal St., New Orleans 504.488.6641 www.sjlno.com
2635 State St., New Orleans 504.861.9150 go.uanola.org | admissions@uanola.org
St. John Lutheran School endeavors to assist parents in securing their child’s future. We nourish our students intellectually and spiritually, guide them in developing accountability and social competence, and lead them to understanding personal responsibility to God, family, and community.
Ursuline Academy, founded in 1727, is a Catholic school for girls offering a diverse educational environment from nursery (6-weeks) through a college-prep secondary program (grade 12).
St. Paul’s Episcopal School 6249 Canal Blvd., New Orleans 504.488.1319 stpauls-lakeview.org St. Paul’s is a private, co-educational, independent school, serving infants through 8th grade and offering a wide range of exceptional academic and enrichment programs. St. Paul’s vision is for students to develop curious, creative and analytical minds, healthy bodies, strong values, and a commitment to service. Our goal for parents is to be completely confident in the intellectual and social education of their children; and for educators to prepare our students to succeed in a rapidly changing world. At St. Paul’s, we educate leaders and innovators who will shape the future. The Future Is Here.
Waldorf School of New Orleans 2539 Columbus St., New Orleans (Main Campus at the Rose Collaborative) 2010 Peniston St., New Orleans (Early Childhood Center) 504.525.2420 waldorfnola.org We are an independent, coeducational, Nursery–8th Grade school, dedicated to cultivating free thinkers through our artsintegrated, developmentally-appropriate curriculum.
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PRIVATE PRESCHOOLS Academy of the Sacred Heart – Little Hearts Early Learning Program 4301 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans 504.269.6510 ashrosary.org/littlehearts Little Hearts Early Learning Program for ages 1–3 helps girls grow in all areas – social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and spiritual.
Arden Cahill Academy 3101 Wall Blvd., Gretna 504.392.0902 ardencahillacademy.com Arden Cahill Academy offers a co-educational program with a strong emphasis on academics and cultural enrichment for students from 6 weeks through high school.
Cathedral Montessori School 9 Fortress Road, New Orleans 504.252.4871 cathedralmontessori.org An accredited Montessori school offering students skills for the challenges of the 21st century in multiage classrooms. Expanding to Grade 6 in 2021. Now accepting applications for 1st–6th grade.
Ecole Bilingue de la Nouvelle-Orléans 812 General Pershing St., New Orleans 504.896.4500 ebnola.com Ecole Bilingue is the only private French school in New Orleans accredited by the French Ministry of Education and educates children ages 2 years old through 8th grade.
The Early Learning Center of Woodland Church 5824 Berkley Drive, New Orleans 504.394.8781 wcnola.org The ELC is a half-day, Christian educational developmental preschool for children ages 1 year through Kindergarten. Extended-day options are available.
JCC Nursery School and Pre-K 5342 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans 504.897.0143 nojcc.org The JCC Nursery School and Pre-K enriches a child’s natural love of learning and encourages growth in social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. Our program offers a play-based, child-centered curriculum for ages 13 months through 5 years of age. Families of all faiths are welcome.
Kehoe-France School 720 Elise Ave., Metairie 504.733.0472 kehoe-france.com Ages 8 weeks-7th grade Kehoe-France is a private, non-denominational, co-educational school, serving 8-week-old infants through 7th grade. Children are nurtured in a warm and welcoming environment with small class sizes on a 14-acre campus.
Mount Olive Lutheran Preschool 315 Ridgelake Dr., Metairie 504.835.3891 mountolivelutheran.net Celebrating 42 years of providing developmentally appropriate education in a Christ-centered environment.
St. Andrew’s Cottage 8012 Oak St., New Orleans 504.861.3743 standrewsepiscopalschool.org Our year-round early childhood program serves toddlers ages 12 months to 4 years. The program encourages children’s free play activities in a happy, safe, nurturing environment.
Stuart Hall School for Boys 2032 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans 504.861.1954 stuarthall.org Stuart Hall is an independent, Catholic school offering education to boys in pre-K 3 through 7th grade.
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EDUCATION University Montessori School
JCC Summer Camps
7508 Burthe St., New Orleans 504.865.1659 umsnola.org
5342 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans 3747 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie 504.897.0143 (New Orleans), 504.887.5158 (Metairie) nojcc.org
Dedicated to the Montessori philosophy and method of education, UMS devotes itself to the total child – the emotional, social, intellectual, and physical well-being.
Campers ages 21 months to 8th grade enjoy indoor and outdoor activities including art, drama, music, science, sports, water play, and swim instruction led by caring, American Red Cross-certified water safety instructors.
Ursuline Academy 2635 State St., New Orleans 504.861.9150 go.uanola.org | admissions@uanola.org
Kehoe-France Summer Camp
Ursuline Academy, founded in 1727, is a Catholic school for girls offering a diverse educational environment from nursery (6-weeks) through a college-prep secondary program (grade 12).
720 Elise Ave., Metairie 504.733.0472 kehoe-france.com/summer-camp
Arden Cahill Academy – Camp Corral
Celebrating its 73th camp season this year, Kehoe-France camp includes swimming (for campers ages 4 and older), tennis, archery, field sports, arts and crafts, computers, and much more on a picturesque 14-acre campus.
3101 Wall Blvd., Gretna 504.392.0902 ardencahillacademy.com
Move! New Orleans’ Best Summer Camp
SUMMER & SEASONAL CAMPS
Have a “whale” of a summer on the 12-acre campus! Camp activities include horseback riding, swimming, art, STEAM, theater arts, sports, academic enrichment classes, and much more. Campers ages 3 (camper must turn 4 by Sept. 30, 2021) through 14 are welcome to attend.
4716 Paris Ave., New Orleans 504.517.8268 neworleansbestsummercamp.com
Beary Cherry Tree Child Development Center
Summer Camp at Sacred Heart
3117 Lake Villa Dr., Metairie 504.455.1950 bearycherrytree.com Family-owned and operated child care center with a positive, emotionally supportive teaching staff. Call for a private tour as our center offers ongoing enrollment.
MOVE! is New Orleans’ Best Summer Camp, with multiple martial arts, parkour, dance, tumbling, and kickboxing classes every week, as well as fun and exciting themes, crafts, and activities.
4301 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans 504.269.1230 ashrosary.org/summer Calling all boys and girls ages 1 to 13. Enroll in our day camps for theater, cheer, arts, dance, sports, water fun, enrichment. and more.
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TUTORING & ENRICHMENT SERVICES
University Montessori School – Camp Cricket and The Children’s Summer House 7508 Burthe St., New Orleans 504.865.1659 umsnola.org Inspired by nature, campers participate in a variety of arts projects, music, and outdoor play in a Montessori environment.
Upturn Arts
NOLA Learning Support and Consulting 8131 Oak St., Ste. 100, New Orleans nolalearningsupport.com Dyslexia remediation and support for students with mild to moderate learning differences.
1719 Toledano St., New Orleans 504.390.8399 upturnarts.org Upturn Arts offers school break (MLK Day, postMardi Gras, parent/teacher conference, spring, fall, Thanksgiving, and Christmas breaks) and 9 weeks of summer camps focused on performing and visual arts for kids ages 4-14. CreARTive grants available (sliding scale fee).
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Expanding to Grade 6 in 2021. Visit our website for information on enrollment and more! www.cathedralmontessori.org
3117 Lake Villa, Metairie 504.455.1950 www.bearycherrytree.com 7am–5:30pm, M–F
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BACK TO SCHOOL
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OUR COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO SCHOOLS E HOUS OPEN R NDA CALE SCHOOL SPIRIT
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Our girls are lifelong learners.
Faith. Academics. Service. Community. Growth. The 5 Goals of Sacred Heart have been the cornerstone of our educational foundation from the day we first opened our doors in 1867. Age 1-Grade 12 ~ Personal tours: 504.269.1213
Sacred Heart is open to qualified students regardless of race, color, religion, nationality or ethnic origin.
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French Market District From the Upper Pontalba Building and Cafe du Monde to the farmers’ and flea markets along Decatur St. 504.363.6400 frenchmarket.org
Code Ninjas Code Ninjas 3501 Severn Ave., Metairie 504.235.4100 metairiela@codeninjas.com; codeninjas.com Code Ninjas believes that every student deserves the opportunity to unlock their full potential. Educating our youth in coding provides them with the problem solving skills and self-esteem necessary to pursue their dreams.
Girl Scouts Louisiana East 841 S. Clearview Pkwy., New Orleans 504.733.8220 545 Colonial Drive, Baton Rouge 225.927.8946 gsle.org | kschwartz@gsle.org At Girl Scouts, your girl will prepare for a lifetime of leadership, success, and adventure in a safe, no-limits place designed for and by girls!
ATTRACTIONS/OUTDOOR FUN Farmers Arts Market Lafreniere Park, 3000 Downs Blvd., Kenner Every Wednesday 2–7 pm, rain or shine
Harahan Farmer’s Market City Hall, 6437 Jefferson Hwy., Harahan Every Sunday Noon–4 pm, rain or shine
The French Market District spans six blocks in the historic French Quarter and includes Crescent Park, a 1.4-mile urban park nestled along the banks of the Mississippi River. The District is a uniquely New Orleans experience from the Upper Pontalba Building on Jackson Square through the Colonnade, offering boutique shopping, open-air cafés, and confections, to the eclectic farmers’ and flea markets with a host of local art, found treasures, and imported goods.
New Orleans Botanical Garden New Orleans City Park, 5 Victory Ave., New Orleans 504.483.9488 neworleanscitypark.com/botanical-garden Open year-round with ten acres of gardens and art.
New Orleans City Park New Orleans City Park, 5 Victory Ave., New Orleans neworleanscitypark.com Year-round park with 1,300 acres for all ages fun. The Park is home to the Botanical Garden, Couturie Forest and Arboretum, NOMA, the Louisiana Children’s Museum, golf courses, lagoons, fishing, and much more.
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FAMILY FUN
LIBRARIES
Steamboat NATCHEZ Toulouse St. at the Mississippi River 504.569.1401 SteamboatNatchez.com The Steamboat NATCHEZ is the last authentic steamboat cruising the Mississippi River. A family-friendly and educational experience, cruises depart three times daily from its French Quarter dock behind Jax Brewery.
INDOOR FUN ARTmazing Selfie Gallery 309 Decatur St., New Orleans 504.354.8633 artmazinggallery.com This French Quarter gallery houses 13 interactive rooms for family fun and self-taking. Also available for private parties.
NOLA Kidsground 5700 Citrus Blvd., Ste. D, Elmwood 504.354.9528 nolakidsground.com | info@nolakidsground.com NOLA Kidsground is the Greater New Orleans area’s premier indoor playground, family “edutainment” play center, and party place.
Locations for the New Orleans Public Library and its branches; please call individual library branches for hours and to confirm storytime information, or visit nolalibrary.org. Each branch is open Mon.–Thurs., 10 am–6 pm; Fri.–Sat., 10 am–5 pm; closed Sunday (unless otherwise noted below).
Algiers Regional Branch 3014 Holiday Dr., New Orleans 504.596.2641
Alvar Branch 913 Alvar St., New Orleans 504.596.2667
Central City Library Allie Mae Williams Multi-Service Center 2020 Jackson Ave., Ste, 139, New Orleans 504.596.3110
Children’s Resource Center 913 Napoleon Ave., New Orleans 504.596.2628
Cita Dennis Hubbell Branch
The Parenting Center at Children’s Hospital
725 Pelican Ave., New Orleans 504.596.3113
210 State St., New Orleans 504.896.9591 theparentingcenter.net
East New Orleans Branch
Family resources, a playroom, parenting guidance, coaching and classes, resource library, referral services, and parent-child enrichment activities.
5641 Read Blvd., New Orleans 504.596.0200
Main Library 219 Loyola Ave., New Orleans 504.596.2570
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch 1611 Caffin Ave., New Orleans 504.596.2695 Open: Mon. & Wed., 10 am–1 pm
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FAMILY FUN Mid-City Branch
Audubon Zoo
4140 Canal St., New Orleans 504.596.2654
Milton H. Latter Branch
6500 Magazine St., New Orleans 504.861.2537 audubonnatureinstitute.org/zoo Open: Wed.–Sun., 10 am–5 pm
5120 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans 504.596.2625
Longue Vue House and Gardens 7 Bamboo Rd., New Orleans 504.488.5488 longuevue.com Open: Mon.–Sat., 9:30 am–5 pm
Nix Branch 1401 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans 504.596.2630 Currently closed for renovations. Expected reopening in summer 2021.
Louisiana Children’s Museum 15 Henry Thomas Dr., New Orleans 504.523.1357 lcm.org
Norman Mayer Branch 3001 Gentilly Blvd., New Orleans 504.596.3100
Explore, experience, and learn at New Orleans’ most playful place for children filled with hands-on exhibits.
Nora Navra Branch 1902 St. Bernard Ave., New Orleans 504.596.3118
Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience
Rosa F. Keller Library & Community Center
818 Howard Ave., New Orleans 504.384.2480 msje.org Open: Wed. – Mon., 10 am–5 pm (closed Tuesdays)
4300 S. Broad St., New Orleans 504.596.2660
Robert E. Smith Branch
The National World War II Museum
6301 Canal Blvd., New Orleans 504.596.2638
945 Magazine St., New Orleans 504.528.1944 nationalww2museum.org Open: Daily, 9 am–5 pm
MUSEUMS/ZOOS Audubon Aquarium of the Americas
New Orleans Museum of Art
1 Canal St., New Orleans 504.861.2537 audubonnatureinstitute.org/aquarium Open: Thurs.–Mon., 10 am–5 pm
One Collins C. Diboll Circle, New Orleans City Park 504.658.4100 noma.org Museum Open: Wed.–Sun., 10 am–5 pm; Besthoff Sculpture Garden Open: Wed.–Sun., 10am–6 pm
Audubon Louisiana Nature Center 11000 Lake Forest Blvd., New Orleans 504.861.2537 audubonnatureinstitute.org/nature-center Main Boardwalk & Adventure Trail: Mon.–Thurs., 9 am–noon; Discovery Trail & Pollinator Path: Mon.–Thurs., 9 am–1:30 pm
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FAMILY FUN Ogden Museum of Southern Art 925 Camp St., New Orleans 504.539.9650 ogdenmuseum.org Open: Daily, 10 am– 5pm
TRAVEL Cupcake Castles Travel Company
MousePros Travel AgencyMousePros Kristen Greater New Orleans area 504.460.9171 kristen@mousepros.com Dedicated to providing each client with the experience that they are looking for with their Disney Travel and offering everything: from simple booking and support to full service concierge and anything in between.
(504) 298-1197 Cupcakecastlestravel.com | hello@cctcagent.com Concierge-style travel planning that helps busy couples and families get straight to the fun, providing a lifetime of cherished memories!
JCC NURSERY SCHOOL & PRE-K Ages 1 – 5 August – May
Your kids’ home away from home
TUESDAY TOURS 9:30 AM
JCC SUMMER CAMPS
3 Years – Grade 8 Uptown & Metairie REGISTER TODAY nojcc.org/camp
PLUS,
Holiday minicamps After school classes Sports leagues
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Year-round swim lessons
Kids’ Night Out, and more!
Family Biking Do you love biking with your family or would you like to start? We’ve got the best bets for a family bicycling adventure in New Orleans and beyond. And don’t forget your helmets! Lafitte Greenway This 2.6-mile linear park opened in 2015 and cuts a swath from Basin Street in the Tremé neighborhood to N. Alexander Street in Mid-City, just four blocks from City Park. With its 12-foot-wide path, there is plenty of room for bikers, joggers, and walkers.
Mississippi River Levee Trail This popular path runs unabated from Audubon Park all the way to Norco in St. Charles Parish, more than 20 miles away. Novice cyclists should be careful because it can be windy near the water.
Lake Pontchartrain Levee Trail Beginning in Bucktown on Hammond Hwy., this path runs 12.3 miles to Kenner. The trail’s design is practically identical to the Mississippi River levee, only it’s located on the north side of town. Access points include the Bonnabel Boat Launch and Clearview Parkway in Metairie, and the end of Williams Boulevard, near the Treasure Chest Casino in Kenner.
Tammany Trace This 31-mile, Rails-to-Trails conversion was once the bed of the Illinois Central Railroad. Now the scenic route lures bikers, hikers, and campers. The Trace runs from downtown Covington to Slidell’s Heritage Park, passing through Abita Springs, Mandeville, and Lacombe along the way. All five municipalities have trailheads, and the Trace’s headquarters is located at Koop Drive, just north of Interstate 12 near Mandeville.
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Comprehensive Treatment for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
1041 VETERANS BLVD. SproutPediatricsNOLA.com Sign-up for our monthly newsletters!
New Orleans Baton Rouge Prairieville GulfsouthAutismCenter.com
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HEALTH & FAMILY SERVICES
ADOPTION
COUNSELING SERVICES
For additional resources, please visit: Adoption Services, Inc., adoptionservices.org
Pat Blackwell, Ph.D. 1539 Jackson Ave., Ste. 300, New Orleans
American Adoptions, americanadoptions.com
504.581.3933
Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of New Orleans, adoptnola.com
patblackwellphd.com
Intercountry Adoption, adoption.state.gov National Council for Adoption, adoptioncouncil. org
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Family Behavioral Health Centers Metairie, Baton Rouge, Mandeville, and Lafayette locations familybehavioralhealthcenter.com Families can find professional understanding and practical solutions to a wide spectrum of behavioral, physiological, emotional, and educational challenges. Services include: psychological evaluations, ADHD and other learning disorders, developmental evaluations, coping with chronic pain, family support during medical crisis or adjustment periods, marriage and family therapy, and more.
Psychologist Pat Blackwell provides consultation for parents and evaluation for infants, children, and adolescents. Preschool evaluations, ADHD, learning differences, and autism testing are her evaluation specializations.
PEDIATRIC AND FAMILY DENTISTRY Uptown Pediatric Dentistry Susan Fallahi, DDS 3715 Prytania St., Ste. 380, New Orleans 504.896.7435 uptownpediatricdentistry.com Comprehensive dental care for infants, toddlers, and older children, including those with special needs.
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HEALTH & FAMILY SERVICES
FERTILITY/REPRODUCTION Audubon Fertility 4321 Magnolia St., New Orleans 504.891.1390 audubonfertility.com Lindsay Wells, MD specializes in comprehensive male and female reproductive care.
HOSPITALS Children’s Hospital 200 Henry Clay Ave., New Orleans 504.899.9511 chnola.org
East Jefferson General Hospital 4200 Houma Blvd., Metairie 504.503.4000 ejgh.org
Tulane Medical Center 1415 Tulane Ave., New Orleans 504.988.5253 tulanehealthcare.com
Tulane Lakeside Hospital 4700 S. I-10 Service Road W., Metairie 504.780.8282 tulanelakeside.com
West Jefferson Medical Center 1101 Medical Center Blvd., Marrero 504.380.0137 wjmc.org
LICE REMOVAL Nitpicking in NOLA 504.258.6091 nitpickinginnola.com
Ochsner Medical Center (Multiple locations)
South Louisiana’s first lice removal company, in business since 2010. We come to you! Discreet. Confidential. Guaranteed.
Main Campus – 1514 Jefferson Hwy., Jefferson, 866.624.7637
The Critter Cure
Baptist Campus – 2700 Napoleon Ave., New Orleans, 504.899.9311 Kenner Campus – 180 W. Esplanade Ave., Kenner, 504.468.8600 Northshore Campus – 100 Medical Center Drive, Slidell, 985.649.7070 West Bank Campus – 2500 Belle Chasse Hwy., Gretna, 504.392.3131 ochsner.org
504.598.6084 thecrittercure.com | clientcare@thecrittercure.com The Critter Cure provides effective head lice treatment and nit removal services in the privacy of your own home.
PET CARE Metairie Small Animal Hospital 101 Metairie Rd., Metairie (Main Hospital)
Touro Infirmary 1401 Foucher St., New Orleans 504.897.7011 touro.com
Multiple clinic locations (Freret, Kenner, Lakeview, West Esplanade, and Marigny) msah.com
Known by locals as “the place where babies come from,” Touro is a hospital offering comprehensive health care services.
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HEALTH & FAMILY SERVICES Southshore Animal Hospital
Children’s Pediatrics – Tulane
213 Live Oak St., Metairie
4740 S. I-10 Service Rd. W., Ste. 200, Metairie 504.780.8282 tulanelakeside.com/service/pediatric
2221 Transcontinental Dr., Ste. B, Metairie 504.831.7724 (Bucktown), 504.887.1770 (Transcontinental) southshoreanimal.com
Collins Pediatrics
Having a reputation for excellence in soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, we also provide boarding accommodations, chemotherapy, dental care, dermatology, in-clinic diagnostics, heartworm testing, immunotherapy, pharmacy, intensive care, and more.
PEDIATRIC SERVICES Children’s Hospital Pediatrics Napoleon Pediatrics 3700 St. Charles Ave., Ste. 707, New Orleans 504.897.4242 chnola.org/Pediatrics/NapoleonUptown
2017 Metairie Rd., Metairie 7211 Regent St., Ste. B, New Orleans 504.832.8022 collinspediatrics.com Collins Pediatrics is a group of dedicated pediatric providers comprising four pediatricians and one doctor of nursing practice, registered nurses, and staff committed to providing outstanding healthcare for children from birth through late adolescence.
Hales Pediatrics 3525 Prytania St., Ste. 602, New Orleans 504.897.0744 halespediatrics.com
504-832-8022 Old Metairie 2017 Metairie Road
Lakeview http://www.CollinsPediatrics.com
7211 Regent St. Ste. B
Call and Schedule your Meet & Greet Today! We Can't Wait to See You!
Evan Davis, MD
Lisa Gunter, DNP
Heather Porche, MD
Meghan Jones, MD
Nick Algu, MD
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URGENT CARE
Lake Vista Pediatrics 6517 Spanish Fort Blvd., New Orleans 504.283.7306 lakevistapeds.com
Sprout Pediatrics 1041 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Ste. 300, Metairie 504.267.9336 sproutpediatricsnola.com Whether you have a newborn, young adult or a child somewhere in between, our doctors work with parents to ensure growth and wellness for years to come. From the very beginning to young adults, we consider it a privilege to care for your children.
PRIMARY CARE Touro Clinics Multiple Locations 504.897.7197 touro.com/physician-directory
LCMC Health Urgent Care Algiers – 3801 General DeGaulle Dr., New Orleans, 504.362.2829 Clearview – 1105 S. Clearview Pkwy., New Orleans, 504.676.5550 Covington – 70340 Hwy. 21, Covington, 985.888.1117 Gretna – 2600 Belle Chasse Hwy., Ste. B-2, Gretna, 504.349.2273 Lakeview – 826 Harrison Ave., New Orleans, 504.309.7108 Marrero – 4945 LaPalco Blvd., Marrero, 504.301.2825 Uptown- 5800 Magazine St., New Orleans,504.900.3160 LCMChealthUrgentCare.com LCMC Health Urgent Care is convenient walkin care for minor injury and illness with 7 locations to serve you.
THERAPY
WELLNESS
GulfSouth Autism Center
Learning Through Play
7252 Lakeshore Dr., New Orleans, 504.323.3450
504.323.5432 learningthroughplaynola.com | learningthroughplaynola@gmail.com
3013 27th St., Metairie, 504.291.6200 9063 Siegen Lane, Baton Rouge, 225.294.1600 17520 Old Jefferson Highway, Prairieville, 225.300.6710 gulfsouthautismcenter.com
WOMEN’S HEALTH – OB/GYN See “Pregnancy” category
Providing comprehensive treatment for children with autism spectrum disorders. Our early intervention program incorporates one-on-one ABA services with group speech and occupational therapy.
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If swinging into summer doesn’t go as planned... We’re here for every oops, ouch, and uh-oh. Locations and hours Algiers, Gretna, Clearview, Lakeview, Covington, Marrero and Uptown Monday-Friday 8am-8pm Saturday-Sunday 8am-5pm LCMChealthUrgentCare.com Walk-In
Check-In
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E H T G N I F F U ST
K N A B Y G PIG IDS ABOU TEACHING YOUR K
T SAVING.
Helping your child develop good saving habits will put them on the path to financial independence as they mature.
HERE ARE TIPS TO GET STARTED:
• Make sure they have money to save. Give an allowance tied to ageappropriate chores.
• Ensure they save their own money. Discuss and set up a plan for how much of their money they must save (like 10% of their allowance and 50% of birthday money).
• Talk about money. Whether you are at the store or paying bills, teaching kids daily financial concepts is key to their understanding the importance of money.
• Teach the difference between “needs” and “wants.” This concept is the bedrock for all the financial decisions your child will make in their lifetime.
• Use some of their money for purchases. Match their savings for a desired purchase, such as video games or clothing.
• Match their savings. Matching their savings, dollar for dollar, is the quickest way to double their money and develop their saving habit.
• Let them see what they’re saving. When they’re young, put their money in a glass jar. As they get older, open up a savings account and teach them how to make deposits, withdrawals, and balance it.
• Teach the concept of taxes. The comedian Bill Murray said it best: To teach your kids about taxes, eat 30% of their ice cream! Most importantly, be a good example for your kids; they spend their lives watching and copying what you do. Talk with them about how your family saves and makes money decisions. Also, demonstrating why it was not a sound financial decision to make a certain purchase may be one of the best financial lessons you can teach them.
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NON PROFITS Children’s Special Health Services serves Louisiana residents under the age of 21 who are diagnosed or suspected to have certain chronic physical illnesses or serious disabilities. Outside of the direct service clinics, CSHS connects caregivers and families to relevant resources, collaborates with health and social service providers to improve service provision and care coordination, and works to build up systems of support for children and youth with special healthcare needs. 504.568.3504, ldh. la.gov/index.cfm/page/740.
EarlySteps provides services to families with infants and toddlers ages birth to three years (36 months) who have a medical condition likely to result in a developmental delay, or who have developmental delays. EarlySteps services are designed to improve the family’s capacity to enhance their child’s development. Parents may start their inquiry by contacting their System Point of Entry Office (SPOE), 504.595.3408. ldh. la.gov/index.cfm/page/139/n/139.
Families Helping Families is a group of family-focused resource centers that serve the community. FHF serves individuals with disabilities throughout their lifespan, from initial diagnosis through adulthood. Core services include information and referral, education and training, and family-to-family support. There are three branches serving the Greater New Orleans area: Families Helping Families of Southeast
Louisiana (504.943.0343, fhfsela.org) for Orleans, Plaquemine, and St. Bernard Parishes; Families Helping Families of Greater New Orleans (504.888.9111, fhfofgno.org); and Northshore Families Helping Families (985.875.0511, fhfnorthshore.org) for St. Tammany, Washington, Tangipahoa, St. Helena, and Livingston parishes.
The Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council comprises representatives from every region of the state who advocate for community services and support sought by individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. Additionally, the council strives to increase the availability of support and to rebalance Louisiana’s resources to better meet the needs of its citizens with disabilities and their families. 800.450.8108, laddc.org.
ADDITIONAL SUPPORT/INFORMATION • Agenda for Children, a childcare referral service for metro-New Orleans. 504.586.8509, agendaforchildren.org • Type “development” in the search field of any of the following websites for developmental milestones, broken down by age: –healthychildren.org (American Academy of Pediatrics) –childdevelopmentinfo.com –pbs.org/wholechild/abc –zerotothree.org
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FAMILY TRAVEL COUPLES GETAWAYS Concierge-style planning that helps busy couples and families get straight to the fun, providing a lifetime of cherished memories!
THEME PARKS • CRUISES • TROPICAL GETAWAYS
C R E A T I N G O N magical E A D V E N T Umemories R E A T A T I ME cupcakecastlestravel.com • hello@cctcagent.com • 504-298-1197 38 | NolaFamily.com • 2021 FAMILY RESOURCE GUIDE
PARTY PLANNING BAKERY/FOOD
PARTY PLACES
Gracious Bakery
Audubon Nature Institute
1000 S Norman Francis Pkwy., New Orleans 504.321.6233
504.212.5443 auduboninstitute.org/birthday-parties *Will be reopening for parties late-2021. Call or monitor website for information.
4930 Prytania St., New Orleans 504.300.8135 2854 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans 504.301.9949 graciousbakery.com Bakery offering breakfast and brunch, pastries, sandwiches, salads, breads, and desserts. Catering packages are available with free delivery for orders of $100 or more.
Haydel’s Bakery
Big Easy Sportsplex 800 Webb St., Jefferson 504.733.0046 parties@bigeasysportsplex.com $299 includes 1hr 45 mins on the Indoor field, 25 kids & 4 pitchers of drink. A game facilitator will help with on-field play, while a host or hostess will coordinate everything else.
4037 Jefferson Hwy, Jefferson 504.837.0190 or 800.442.1342 haydelsbakery.com
Colonial Lanes
Sweet Life Bakery
Two hours of bowling fun, with two or four lanes available for your party. Bumper bowling for children ages 7 and younger is available, too.
516 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie 504.371.5153 nolasweetlife.com
Zoe’s Bakery 118 W. 32nd Ave., Covington 985.892.5570 facebook.com/ZoesBakeryOfCovington Pastries, breakfast, cakes, more. You’ll love our beautiful and delicious creations.
6601 Jefferson Highway, Harahan 504.737.2400 colonialbowling.net
Gym Rompers 5212 S.Claiborne Ave., New Orleans 504.481.0835 gymrompersfun.com Our goal is to make your little one’s big day easy, stress free, happy, and FUN! All Gym Rompers birthday parties are private rentals and allow access to the play space for the duration of your party. Let us help you make your child’s 1st - 4th birthdays memorable. 2021 FAMILY RESOURCE GUIDE • NolaFamily.com | 39
PARTY PLANNING Longue Vue House and Gardens
Louisiana Children’s Museum
7 Bamboo Road, New Orleans 504.488.5488 longuevue.com
15 Henry Thomas Dr., New Orleans 504.523.1357 lcm.org
Garden birthday celebrations offer children interactive activities that allow imaginative exploration.
New Orleans’ premier attraction for children, families, and school groups that features memorable interactive experiences designed to make learning fun for the whole family.
LOOP NOLA
*Call or monitor website for updated information
1031 Harrison Ave in City Park, New Orleans 504.330.5369 loopnola.org LOOP NOLA provides customized, outdoor programs for families and groups, including canoeing and ropes course birthday parties, in addition to their year-round youth programming.
Love Swimming 5221 S. Front St., New Orleans 504.891.4662 loveswimming.com Sundays only, celebrate birthdays or other special events with a pool party. Our memorable parties never rain out!
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PARTY PLANNING NOLA Kidsground
JoJo the Magician and Clown
5700 Citrus Blvd., Ste. D, Elmwood 504.354.9528 nolakidsground.com | info@nolakidsground.com
504.866.4400 slikjojo@yahoo.com jojothemagician.com
NOLA Kidsground is the greater New Orleans area’s premier indoor playground, family “edutainment” play center, and party place.
Wow the kids with some amazing magic. JoJo has been entertaining the Greater New Orleans area for more than 40 years.
Painting with a Twist
Little Pnuts Toy Shoppe & Party Boutique
Locations in Gretna, Hammond, Mandeville, and Metairie paintingwithatwist.com Parties for kids turning ages 7 and older. The birthday child chooses the painting. Don’t forget to BYOBC – Bring Your Own Birthday Cake!
Pony Tales 156 Bertucci Lane, St. Rose 504.469.0148 ponytalesbirthdays.com ponytalesnola@aol.com Ponies delivered to you for all occasions, or have a pony (or wagon) riding party at the barn.
Prytania Theatre 5339 Prytania St., New Orleans 504.891.2787 theprytania.com info@thepyrtania.com Rent the Uptown, single-screen movie theater for special screenings.
SERVICES AF Creations 305.498.4571 facebook.com/AF-Creations-105156781444370 | asredruby@gmail.com
400 Harrison Ave., Ste. C, New Orleans 504.267.5083 LittlePnutsToyShoppe.com Little Pnuts is your one-stop-shop for every occasion, for every age. Featuring toys, games, books, STEM, activities, party games, party supplies, birthday party and special events party room, and custom balloons and balloon garlands, too.
Party Teepeezz & Events 985.502.5300 partyteepeezz.com | partyteepeezz@gmail.com The ULTIMATE party experience to remember with your chosen theme and individual decorated teepee set up! Specialty add-ons like custom balloon packages, party favor bags, karaoke machine rental, and more will enhance your party.
Sparkle & Swag 508 Metairie Road, Metairie 504.510.5838 Sparkleandswag.com | shop@sparkleandswag.com A curated collection of top party supplies fit for any celebration – from birthdays to bachelorette parties and beyond!
AF Creations specializes in custom balloon designs for every occasion. We can customize decorations for New Years, Birthday Parties, Mardi Gras, Baby Showers, office/corporate parties, or any other event.
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HOW TO FIND THE
Perfect Nanny ... or Manny While a caregiver need not possess the powers of Mary Poppins, the right nanny or manny can bring a sense of magic to a household. This special person will be a caring, competent adult with tireless energy and enthusiasm who will come to love and respect your family. Don’t fall into outdated stereotypes: a male caregiver can be an ideal match for your family, particularly if you have a son and your household lacks a positive male figure. The key criteria for this job are experience, qualifications, and a personality that melds with your household. Here are our tips on finding the best nanny for your needs.
Questions to ask a nanny agency: • How much experience does your average nanny have? • How do you handle reference and background checks? • What special training or certifications do your nannies have? • How do you charge and what services are included in this fee? • How long does it take to have a nanny in place? • What if the nanny doesn’t work out?
Questions to ask a potential nanny: • What ages have you worked with? • What’s your parenting style? • Where do you see yourself in five years? • How do you see your role evolving as the children get older? • What’s an emergency situation you’ve encountered? How did you handle it?
Tips to help your child adjust to a nanny: • Give your child advance notice and information about the nanny before they meet. Honestly answer all of your child’s questions. • Do a trial run with the nanny while you are home. You’ll get to know the nanny better, and your child will see you interacting with the nanny in a positive way. • For a child who may experience separation anxiety, record a video message for your nanny to keep on her phone and then play back for your child when they need reassurance. • Emphasize to your child that the nanny is the one in charge when you are away from the house.
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Y C N A N PREG & BABY CHILDBIRTH Crescent City Physicians Multiple locations 844.392.4640 touro.com/crescent-city-physician-locations Certified nurse-midwives provide personalized care to women of all ages and attend births at Touro’s Family Birthing Center.
Family Birthing Center at Touro Hospital 1401 Foucher St., New Orleans 504.897.7319 touro.com/fbc Touro is known as “the place where babies come from.” Equipped with labor/delivery/ recovery suites, acute neonatal intensive care services, and a comprehensive infant security system, Touro has been the hospital of choice for generations of New Orleanians.
The Family Birth Place at West Jefferson Medical Center 1101 Medical Center Blvd., Marrero 504.349.6200 wjmc.org/our-services/family-birth-place WJMC Family Birth Place is dedicated to providing a positive pregnancy and birth experience — from prenatal classes to quality nursing staff in labor/delivery, postpartum, nursery, and our NICU.
LACTATION/NURSING Café au Lait: Breastfeeding Circle for Families of Color 504.515.4913 nolabreastfeedingcenter.org/classes info@nolabreastfeedingcenter.org Café au Lait aims to improve breastfeeding outcomes by providing a culturally appropriate space to gather and provide peer support. Their goal is to educate, empower, and embrace pregnant and breastfeeding families of color in the community.
East Jefferson General Hospital Breastfeeding Center 4200 Houma Blvd., 4th floor, Metairie 504.503.4323 ejgh.org Staffed by board-certified lactation consultants, the Breastfeeding Center is open 7 days a week to offer guidance and support during and after your pregnancy. They offer a full range of supplies including breast pumps, which are available for purchase or rental, for short term or long-term needs. Private consultations are available for a fee to address individual needs.
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PREGNANCY & BABY Lactation Center, Touro Infirmary 1401 Foucher St., 2nd floor, New Orleans 504.897.8130 touro.com/our-services/family-birthing-center/ breastfeeding-support
Tulane Center for Women’s Health
Touro’s lactation center offers full-service breastfeeding support from classes and one-onone appointments with a lactation consultant, to breastfeeding supplies and nursing bra fittings - all in one place.
Offering comprehensive OB/GYN services and minimally-invasive surgery. From well-women exams and family planning to infertility consultations and menopausal management, Tulane Center for Women’s Health offers compassionate care, no matter what concerns you may have. Same day and next day appointments available, call today.
4720 S. I-10 Service Rd., Metairie 504.988.8070 tulaneobgyn.com
New Orleans Breastfeeding Center 6100 Canal Blvd., Ste. 205, New Orleans 504.515.1243 nolabreastfeedingcenter.org The New Orleans Breastfeeding Center provides clinic visits that include assessments of both parent and baby. Classes, support groups, breastfeeding circles, pumps, breastfeeding supplies, and more are also offered.
OB-GYN Crescent City Physicians Multiple locations 844.392.4640 touro.com/crescent-city-physician-locations OB-GYNs provide quality and compassionate care throughout the New Orleans area and attend births at Touro’s Family Birthing Center.
Ochsner Women’s Services Multiple locations 866.624.7637 ochsner.org/services/womens-services From young women to mothers and grandmothers, Ochsner’s award-winning team of 80+ female and male OB-GYN doctors, at your choice of 11 health center locations, cares for women of all ages.
West Jefferson Medical Center Women’s Health 1111 Medical Center Blvd., Ste. S-250, Marrero 504.380.0446 wjmc.org/WomensHealth From baby planning to child birth and preventive care to minimally invasive surgery, the Women’s Health team at West Jefferson Medical Center will provide care for every woman in every phase of life.
PHYSICAL THERAPY NOLA Pelvic Health 3915 Baronne St., Unit 3, New Orleans 504.814.3615 thevagwhisperer.com NOLA Pelvic Health offers on-on-one, private pelvic floor treatment sessions to women, men, and transgender individuals, ages 18 and up. Additional services include: online sessions, online courses, pregnancy and pelvic floor fitness program, and pregnancy and postpartum wellness consultations.
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RETAIL & SERVICES Little Pnuts Toy Shoppe & Party Boutique
BANKING
400 Harrison Ave., Ste. C, New Orleans 504.267.5083 LittlePnutsToyShoppe.com
Fidelity Bank Multiple locations across the gulf coast region 504.569.3418 bankwithfidelity.com Since its founding in 1908, Fidelity Bank has grown with our community’s changing needs to offer a full array of banking services, including commercial, consumer and residential loans
BIKES AND TOYS
Little Pnuts is your one-stop-shop for every occasion, for every age. Featuring toys, games, books, STEM, activities, party games, party supplies, birthday party and special events party room, and custom balloons and balloon garlands, too.
CHILDREN’S BOUTIQUES
Le Jouet
Banbury Cross
1700 Airline Dr., Metairie 504.837.0533 lejouet.com
100 Atherton Dr., Metairie 504.837.0447
A local, family-owned toy store that offers unique, traditional, and the latest trends in toys, like bicycles for all ages, tricycles, wagons, playhouses, and much more.
banburycrosskids.com Fine children’s clothing and shoes for portraits, weddings, christenings, and special occasions, and gifts for children.
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RETAIL & SERVICES Little Miss Muffin Children & Home 766 Harrison Ave., New Orleans 244 Metairie Rd., Metairie 504.482.8200 (New Orleans), 504.833.6321 (Metairie) shoplittlemissmuffin.com Traditionally-inspired specialty store featuring local artists, home accoutrements, children’s specialty clothing and gifts, women’s shoes, accessories, and carpool couture!
Miss Muffin by Little Miss Muffin 3307 Severn Ave., Metairie 504.455.1444 shoplittlemissmuffin.com Girl, tween, teen…Clothes and accessories for young ladies. Fashion fun with a sophisticated flair!
EDUCATIONAL SUPPLIES
EDUCATIONAL SUPPLIES Learning Express Toys 3300 Severn Ave, Ste. C, Metairie 504.883.8697 learningexpress.com/store/metairie Locally owned toy store offering in store or online shopping with curbside pickup. Free gift wrapping, free personalization, birthday gift registry, and a great selection of unique, educational, classic, and trendy toys for children from birth to tweens.
PHOTOGRAPHY Twirl Photography 504.388.8739 Twirlphotography.com | mail@twirlphotography.com A modern lifestyle photography studio in New Orleans specializing in candid maternity, child, family, and professional images.
Touching Hands, Hearts, and Minds OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY SERVICES FOR CHILDREN INCLUDING:
FINE AND GROSS MOTOR SKILLS, HANDWRITING, SELF-CARE SKILLS, FEEDING, PLAY, AND MORE!
4317 EL DORADO STREET, METAIRIE KIM4KIDSNOLA.COM 504-517-5437
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SPECIAL NEEDS with comprehensive, evidence-based, highquality, physical, occupational and speech therapy, and ABA services.
ACTIVITIES Autism Society of Greater New Orleans
Kim4Kids
504.603.6548 asgno.org ASGNO exists to empower, educate, and support individuals affected by autism. Through educational opportunities, information and referral services, and support services, we are building communities that are accepting, understanding, supportive, and inclusive of individuals affected by autism, and that value the skills, employment, and contributions of all individuals throughout their lives.
Culinary Kids 915 Marigny Ave., Mandeville 985.727.5553 culinarykidsns.com Weekly cooking class led by certified paraprofessionals offers opportunities to develop social, independent living, and vocational skills while also practicing cooking techniques and kitchen safety.
Crane Rehab Center LLC – Pediatrics 8300 Earhart Blvd., Ste. 100, New Orleans (Pediatric Facility), 504.866.6990 3923 Bienville St., New Orleans (Center for Behavior, Language & Learning), 504.593.6900 cranerehab.com For nearly 20 years, Crane Rehab Center– Pediatrics has provided children and families
317 El Dorado St., Metairie 504.517.5437 kim4kidsnola.com Pediatric occupational therapy services for children to address difficulties in fine and gross motor skills, handwriting, self-care skills, feeding, and play. A variety of diagnoses are treated in a fun, outpatient setting.
Love’s Music Therapy 3380 State Street Dr. New Orleans, Louisiana, USA 70125 504.281.8968 lovesmusictherapy.com Love Music Therapy offers instruction and enrichment in a variety of instruments and genres. Using a music therapy based approach, they create individualized instruction and foster creative discovery.
Love Swimming 5221 S. Front St., New Orleans 504.891.4662 loveswimming.com Enjoy a different style of therapy in warm, indoor pools with New Orleans’ swim instruction experts! Special needs classes are customized for each child’s emotional and developmental abilities.
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SPECIAL NEEDS
EDUCATION The Chartwell Center 1225 Magazine St., New Orleans 504.899.2478 chartwellcenter.org Chartwell Center is working to make a difference in the autism community by educating and providing clinical services to children and adults with autism.
Jefferson Parish Public School System Special Education Department 501 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey 504.349.7900 jpschools.org/domain/118
Lighthouse Louisiana 123 State St., New Orleans 504.899.4501 lighthouselouisiana.org Lighthouse Louisiana offers a variety of services to help individuals of all ages who are blind or visually impaired, deaf or hard of hearing, and people with other disabilities.
Louisiana School for the Deaf 2888 Brightside Drive, Baton Rouge 225.757.3273 lalsd.org Louisiana School for the Deaf (LSD) is dedicated to providing a quality education for all deaf and hard of hearing children ages 3 through 21 in the state of Louisiana.
NOLA Public Schools Special Education Department 2401 Westbend Pkwy, New Orleans 504.304.3520 nolapublicschools.com/families/parentsresources/special-education
Raphael Academy 500 Soraparu St., New Orleans 504.524.5955 raphaelacademy.org Educating special needs students, in 5th through 12th grades, and offering an adult day program for individuals 18 years and older.
St. Bernard Parish Public Schools Special Education Department 200 E. St. Bernard Hwy, Chalmette 504.301.2000 sbpsb.org/domain/161
St. Michael Special School 1522 Chippewa St., New Orleans 504.524.7285 stmichaelspecialschool.com The St. Michael Special School educates students with mild to moderate special needs, academically, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Ages 6 to adulthood.
St. Tammany Parish Public Schools Special Education Office – Harrison Curriculum Center 706 W. 28th Ave., Covington 985.898.3311 stpsb.org/specialed/spedindex.html
Louisiana School for the Visually Impaired 2888 Brightside Dr., Baton Rouge 225.757.3481 lsvi.org Louisiana School for the Visually Impaired (LSVI) school maintains a commitment to offer blind and visually impaired children the academic, vocational, athletic, and social opportunities that will prepare them to achieve their full potential.
RESOURCES Mobility City of Greater New Orleans 3501 Severn Ave., Ste. 3B/C, Metairie 504.380.9031 mobilitycity.com/location/new-orleans-la We are dedicated to professional, compassionate service to determine the best mobility solutions for you and your loved one.
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SPECIAL NEEDS Whether you are looking for repair services, competitively priced new equipment, or chemicalfree cleaning, we have you covered. For expert and responsive mobility equipment services or products, contact our New Orleans LA team today.
SPEECH/LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY/AUDIOLOGY Creel Hearing Center 3330 Lake Villa Dr., Ste. 100, Metairie 504.612.8961 5001 Highway 190 E. Service Rd., Ste B-4, Covington 985.551.9870 creelhearing.com
Harch Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy 5216 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero 504.309.4948 hbot.com
Hearing Health Care of Louisiana 3750 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie 504.888.2112 2600 Belle Chasse Highway, Ste. 203, Gretna 504.433.1777 3979 Highway 190, Covington 985.302.5259 hearinghealthcarelouisiana.com
Doctors Hearing Center 5258 Veterans Blvd., Metairie 504.704.1175 doctors-hearing.com
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SPECIAL NEEDS New Orleans Speech and Hearing Center 1636 Toledano St., New Orleans 5646 Read Blvd., Ste. 320, New Orleans 4051 Veterans Blvd., Ste. 223, Metairie 504.897.2606 Noshc.org Serving the community since 1930, the professional staff continues to provide evaluations and treatment for children with speech, language, literacy, and reading disorders, and hearing evaluations and hearing aids for individuals of all ages.
Ochsner Clinic Foundation, Division of Communicative Disorders Multiple locations 504.842.4022 ochsner.org/services/speech-language-pathology
Autism Society of Greater New Orleans 504.603.6548 asgno.org ASGNO exists to empower, educate, and support individuals affected by autism. Through educational opportunities, information and referral services, and support services, we are building communities that are accepting, understanding, supportive, and inclusive of individuals affected by autism, and value the skills, employment, and contributions of all individuals throughout their lives.
Crane Rehab Center LLC – Pediatrics 8300 Earhart Blvd., Ste. 100, New Orleans (Pediatric Facility), 504.866.6990 3923 Bienville St., New Orleans (Center for Behavior, Language & Learning), 504.593.6900 cranerehab.com
Speech, Language, and Audiology Department Children’s Hospital
For nearly 20 years, Crane Rehab CenterPediatrics has provided children and families with comprehensive, evidence-based, highquality, physical, occupational and speech therapy, and ABA services.
200 Henry Clay Ave., New Orleans 504.896.9511 Chnola.org
Down Syndrome Association of Greater New Orleans
For additional information on speech/language pathology, audiology service providers, and more, see these websites: American Speech-Language-Hearing Association at asha.org/findpro Louisiana Speech-Language-Hearing Association at lsha.org
SUPPORT/THERAPY The Autism Center at Children’s Hospital 210 State St., New Orleans 504.507.9052 chnola.org/autism
504.259.6201 dsagno.org Raising awareness about the abilities of individuals with Down syndrome, providing information to parents, and sponsoring educational/social events.
Gigi’s Playhouse New Orleans 1023 Ridgewood Drive, Ste. 2, Metairie 504.321.6770 gigisplayhouse.org/neworleans Gigi’s Playhouse New Orleans provides free, purposeful programs to individuals with Down syndrome from birth through adulthood.
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SPECIAL NEEDS The LSUHSC Child & Family Counseling Clinic is an outpatient mental health clinic designed to provide mental health services to children, adolescents, and their families providing individual, group, and family services.
LEARN Behavioral 5700 Citrus Blvd., Ste. A1, New Orleans 504.434.4310 500 River Highlands Blvd., Ste. 700, Covington 985.317.3598 310 Gateway Drive, Ste. A, Slidell 985.605.7666
Tulane Center for Autism & Related Disorders (T-CARD)
4899 Westbank Expy., Ste. B, Marrero 985.605.7666
131 S. Robertson St., 14th Floor A, New Orleans 504.988.3533 medicine.tulane.edu/tcard
Autism Spectrum Therapies (AST) is a national organization dedicated to nurturing the unique potential of children with autism—and supporting families from day one by creating an environment in which you and your child can thrive.
T-CARD aims to engage patients in the development of a well-conceived treatment plan that considers the medical, social, and cultural needs of the individual with ASD and their family.
LSUHSC Child & Family Counseling Clinic 411 S. Prieur St., Room 307, New Orleans 504.556.3451 alliedhealth.lsuhsc.edu/clinics/cfccclinic.aspx
Be yourself with us. Serving the community since 1930 504-897-2606 noshc.org
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5 Must-knows for Swimming Success this Summer 1 Community Pools & Bodies of Water Taking swim lessons before the start of swimming season increases a child’s confidence in their abilities. All swimming should be fun and safe! Swim lessons help make safety second nature for kids of all ages -- whether they’re at camp, a NORD or club pool, or in a lake.
2 Pool Rules Good swimming instructors incorporate safety rules into a child’s lessons and review them with parents. Make your family’s pool rules consistent with your child’s swim lessons, and then review them with your child so that they will follow them at friends’ pools and elsewhere.
3 Overnight & Day Camps Camps almost always require campers to pass a swim test in order to participate in water activities. Parents often assume their child is a better swimmer than they really are, and then both child and parent are surprised and disappointed to learn that the child will be restricted from certain camp activities or pool areas. Don’t assume what your child can do. Instead, find out your child’s true skill level before camp begins with lessons from a qualified instructor. An instructor will properly evaluate your child’s current skills so that you will know what work is needed for them to pass their swim tests.
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Swim accidents are preventable with adult supervision and swim lessons. And although you may think your child knows how to swim, their skills may not be as good as they should be. Remember: children need adult supervision while swimming in and playing around pools. Pro tip: For at-home swim parties, hire a lifeguard. That way, adults can relax, knowing everyone is safe!
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Develop an action plan and review it with your child in case of a swimming emergency. WIM If they fall into the water, your child should know to swim to the side of the pool. E S If a M friend or sibling falls into the water, your child should know to throw a long noodle or life preserver to reach them and then immediately call an adult to help (“reach or throw, don’t go!”). Preparing your child for the unexpected is the first step in safety.
SPORTS& RECREATION GYMNASTICS & CHEERLEADING
SOCCER CLUB Louisiana Fire Juniors 1918 18th St., Kenner 504.465.8224 louisianafirejrs.com
NOLA Gymnastics LLC 1725 Dufossat St. (corner of Danneel Street), Isidore Newman School, New Orleans 504.782.6462 nolagymnastics.com
SWIMMING Jewish Community Center (JCC)
MARTIAL ARTS
5342 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans
NOLA Aikido
3747 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie 504.897.0143 (New Orleans), 504.887.5158 (Metairie) nojcc.org
3909 Bienville St., Ste. 103, New Orleans 504.208.4861 nolaaikido.com Aikido, with an aim of peaceful resolutions of conflict, is an ideal martial art for children, educating the physical, intellectual, and emotional intelligences. Our staged approach means kids of all ages can participate at the appropriate level for their development. Currently offering Zoom and outdoor classes during COVID phasing.
Stay cool in the JCC pools this summer! Adult lap swimming and lessons for all ages and abilities are available at both JCC locations. Metairie has seasonal swimming; Uptown’s heated pools offer year-round indoor swim lessons and outdoor adult lap swimming.
Love Swimming 5221 S. Front St., New Orleans 504.891.4662 loveswimming.com
Church’s Karate Academy 4716 Paris Ave., New Orleans 504.517.8268 churchskarateacademy.com Kids will learn to defend themselves physically, but more importantly they’ll build the mental and emotional skill sets necessary to conquer challenges like high school, college, and becoming a healthy, balanced adult.
Year-round, Uptown swim school offering exceptional lessons from ages 6 months to adult with New Orleans’ swim instruction experts! Love Swimming makes effective lessons FUN!
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SPORTS & RECREATION
FITNESS
Ochsner Fitness Center
JCC Fitness Centers 5342 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans
Multiple locations 504.733.1600 ochsnerfitness.com More than 150 group exercise classes per week, including daily virtual fitness classes. Personal training, indoor and outdoor pools, basketball courts, childcare, and more.
3747 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie 504.897.0143 (New Orleans), 504.887.5158 (Metairie) nojcc.org Offering fitness and fun for the entire family, the JCC has 65+ free group exercise classes, monthly contracts and convenient locations in Uptown and Metairie. Take advantage of personal training and small group training as well as a multitude of boutique classes, including indoor cycling, TRX, HIIT and yoga, plus mat and reformer Pilates.
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New Orleans JCC
Fitness & fun for the whole family Year-round swim lessons Adult and youth sports leagues Aqua fitness classes Mat and reformer pilates TRX, boot camps, indoor cycling, yoga, HIIT, boxing and more!
UPTOWN 504.897.0143
METAIRIE 504.887.5158
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