The Dawning of a New Day!
                                                       Community Development
                                                         Independent Living Center
Community Development Independent Living Center
2238 Painters Street
New Orleans, Louisiana 70117
(504) 305-9863 LaShante' Thomas Director
(504) 473-2833 Oscar Williams CEO
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 731 Destrehan, La. 70047

life to obtain the life skills and education necessary to
become self-sufficient, to live independently and to
maintain employment.

  • Home management (cleaning and laundry)
  • Shopping (groceries, clothing, etc; get the most out
    of your shopping dollars)
  • Seeking Employment (completing an application,
    resume', interviewing skills)
  • Use of community systems and services
  • Health care (personal care, seeking medical
    assistance)
  • Money management (handling of finances,
    budgeting, saving)
  • Basic Computer Skills
  • Locating and maintaining housing