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The process for referring a child for free braces may be initiated by only two persons, either a case manager for the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) or a volunteer with Louisiana Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA).
To begin the process for consideration for free braces, the foster youth's DCFS case manager or CASA must complete the online referral form.
As of February 2024, there are 13 foster youth in the Lafayette, Alexandria, Monroe, and Baton Rouge Regions awaiting orthodontic treatment.
Once funding has been secured for those 13 children, the online referral process will resume.
No, it is not necessary to have an orthodontic evaluation at any time during the eligibility determination.
Checks may be made payable to:
Fostering Hope Louisiana
PO Box 2126
Prairieville, LA 70769
Children ages 10-17 currently in foster care in Louisiana are eligible for consideration for free braces.
Please note that other criteria, such as stability in one's placement, are considered before a foster youth will be deemed eligible for free braces.