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Flood Hazards in Louisiana. Roughly 30% of Louisiana's land mass lies in special flood hazard areas (SFHAs). Read more.

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Infants, Toddlers Need Welcoming, Responsive Environment
Child-care environments play an important role in the healthy growth and development of infant and toddlers. Since infants and toddlers spend a large portion of their day in routines such as saying hello or good-bye, getting dressed, diapering, toileting and mealtime, the child-care environment should reflect these important shared learning times. The environment provided for infants and toddlers should be welcoming and responsive to both children and their families.
Be Child Care Aware: Help Toddlers Learn Not To Bite
Biting is a common behavior for children who are one year to two years old – particularly children in group care.
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Be Child Care Aware! Know What It Takes To Be A Better Consumer of Child Care
Shopping for quality child care? There are things you can do to become a better consumer of quality child care and at the same time help your children by providing the very best in caregiving.
Child Care Center Director Qualifications - Do You Have What it Takes?
Directing a child-care program is exhausting, not to mention complicated, so it is paramount that a dedicated, knowledgeable person oversees these operations. This article will explore some of the many qualifications needed to be an effective child care center director.
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Rediscover Fun by Playing with Your Kids
Two key qualities of strong families are that they spend positive time together and share fun and laughter. What better way to combine these qualities than by playing with your children?
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Preparing Your Child for Kindergarten
Parents can help children prepare for kindergarten by taking several actions before the first school bell rings.

Hazards and Threats
Have The Right Answers Before Storm; Take ‘Hurricane Quiz’ Now
This game of 20 questions can help you determine whether you and your family will be prepared if a hurricane comes your way, according to LSU AgCenter experts.
Disaster Wallet Card
If an evacuation or other emergency separates family and friends, you’ll want to find each other. Fill out a card for each close friend and relative. Carry it with you wherever you go.
Disaster Information Resources
Disaster Information Resources Series
These publications are designed to help Louisiana residents recover from floods, storms, extended power outages and other stressful, dangerous events.
Flood Insurance and Credit for Disaster Victims
Explanation of flood insurance for disaster victims. Includes tips and help on filing insurance claims.

 

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My House, My Home
Whenever you build, remodel or buy a home, you have the power of choice. Use this research-based guilde to take control of your investment and enjoy a high-performance home that offers so much more than shelter and style alone.
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Online Training Center
We have begun and will continue to build upon this Online Training Center to assist the Louisiana and Gulf Region construction infrastructure with building science, best practices and building code-based information and continuing education.
LaHouse: Open House Schedule
LaHouse resumes Open House free preview days on July 15 and following Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays....
Consumers - How to Use the Registry
Step-by-Step instructions for property owners to use the Registry to find a licensed contractor working in their parish and to rate a contractor.
Guide for Consumers
Use the Registry to find state licensed or registered service providers who wish to work in your parish and who offer the services you need.
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Flood Recovery Information
From this page, you will be able to access information on a variety of issues related to flood recovery.

Personal Finance
Bill-paying Responsibility Looms For Teens Leaving The Nest
Independent spending decisions quickly become an everyday routine for college students, but that independence assumes a financial freedom that most young adults are not prepared to handle, according to LSU AgCenter family economics specialist Dr. Jeanette Tucker.
Financial tips offered for marital harmony
(Distributed 01/15/08) The church and reception hall are reserved, the dress is selected, the invitations are addressed, the photographer and caterer are ready. You might even have your new residence “ready-to-go.”
Spouse’s poor credit score could lower yours
(Distributed 01/15/08) You’ve taken good care all your adult life to pay bills on time and maintain a high credit score. You expect your high rating to continue after marriage, but it could drop if your new spouse has a low credit score.
When Your Income Drops
A sudden reduction in family income can be a traumatic experience, both psychologically and financially. The hardship can be minimized with a proactive approach.