The end of the school year is coming quickly, and we know that means testing and extra stress! VIA LINK would like to remind all teens and families that 24/7, confidential, statewide support is available through our Teen Crisis Textline at 833-TXT-TEEN (833-898-8336). When you text, you will reach a live trained VIA LINK specialist…
VIA LINK houses Louisiana’s state chapter of Prevent Child Abuse America: Prevent Child Abuse Louisiana (PCAL). PCAL provides services statewide for families, including education, outreach and advocacy, as well as a statewide 24/7 emotional support and resource line for parents, called Louisiana Parent Line. April is Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Month, kicking off April 4…
The Marguerite Redwine Awards honor individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the community, particularly in the areas of homelessness services and social justice. The Marguerite Redwine Award Luncheon is an annual event honoring the legacy of Mrs. Marguerite Redwine and recognizing outstanding work in our community. This year, we’ll honor three nonprofit…
Community Help is 3 numbers away It’s important to know these numbers and what services they provide. (Image courtesy of VIA LINK) VIA LINK wants you to have the help you need when you need it. Here are three numbers that provide 24/7 help and support in times of crisis: • 9-1-1: Call this number for emergencies,…
Southeast Louisiana Legal Services (LA) receives $212,459 Technology Initiative Grant from LSC November 26, 2024 WASHINGTON— The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) announced today that it is awarding a Technology Initiative Grant (TIG) in the amount of $212,459 to Southeast Louisiana Legal Services (SLLS). SLLS will use this funding to develop a statewide web application…
Climate-driven events are stressing our youth. The research team comprised of Appalachian State, UNC State, VIA LINK and AFSP (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention). (Image courtesy of VIA LINK)VIA LINK, Appalachian State and the University of North Carolina State University were awarded a collaborative $1 million grant from the National Academy of Sciences’…
November 06, 2024 DCFS Urges Immediate PIN Change Amid Skimming Device Discovery Multiple skimming devices located across state; Utilize new protection features BATON ROUGE, LA – The Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is urging all EBT cardholders to change their PIN immediately following the discovery of multiple…
VIA LINK & Airbnb partner in Hurricane Francine Recovery October 17, 2024 Airbnb and VIA LINK recently partnered to support those displaced by Hurricane Francine. (Image courtesy of Unsplash) Airbnb and VIA LINK partnered as a test case for working with 211 agencies in disaster response. It went so well that Airbnb is planning a nationwide expansion. The partnership provided VIA…
SNAP Income Thresholds, Deductions and Resource Limits Increase October 1 Federal Fiscal Year COLA Adjustment Results in Modest Increase in Benefits BATON ROUGE, LA – Beginning October 1, more than 400,000 Louisiana households will see a modest increase in monthly Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits thanks to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) annual…
September 30, 2024 Changes to SNAP Work Requirements Effective October 1 ABAWD Age Limit Increases as Louisiana Waivers Expire BATON ROUGE, LA – The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) has notified Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients classified as Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs) of upcoming changes…