.t irmnnininin. . inimirmnnu Statement of Decline tar Brady LaFleur To Whom It May Concern, Brady laFleur (005:. was referred to the New Orleans Therapeutic Day Program mom?) on 01/10/2017 and will not he considered for admission to NOTDP. Brady's referral packet indicates that Brady is diagnosed with Down Intellectual Disability (Moderate), and Autism Spectrum Disorder (Level 3), which are conditions requiring specialized services not currently available at NOTDP. Additionally, the therapeutic modalities in place at NOTDP require a moderate level of verbal communication and social engagement thatare likely inaccessible to Brady based on these diagnoses. Because ofthese limitations, placement at NOTDP would offer Brady little to no benefit and may pose unnecessary risk to his academic and developmental progress. We recammend that the familv contact Lulli ana's Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities tn obtain a list of available services for child. Given the history at emotional and behavioral concerns demonstrated by Brady, he may benefit from placement in a school that specializes in children with developmental and intellectual disabilities. At the close of this letter, there Is a list of schools that serve children with multiple disabilities. Thank you lo! Vaur referral to NOTDP. We regret that we were unable tn he of further assistance to this cllild and family. Please Contact us with any questions or concerns at 504-305-3501s liwzecnaefl Monica Stevens, Milieu Director, New Orleans Thera peutic Day Program Licensed Clinical #1233 Tile Chartwell Center 4239 Camp New Orleans, LA 70115 504-899-1478 504735971416 fax inecnanweilcenterorg Non-profit, private school for individuals ages 3.21 with autism and related disorders. Also oflel training and technical support In teachers, parents, and other proressionals. Raphael Academy, 517 Soraparu St. Suite 104 New Orleans, LA 70130 504-598-3227 504-592-0885 fax Raphaelacademy.org Waldorf-inspired private school for students with autism and related disorders or intellectual disabilities. They are currently enrolling students to age 21 and young adults. St. Michael Special School 1522 Chippewa St. New Orleans, LA 70130 504-524-7285 504-524-5883 fax Stmichaelspecialschool.com Private, Catholic school serving students with major learning difficulties. There are programs for elementary (ages 6-15), vocational (ages 16-21, and a sheltered work activity called the Joy Center (ages 21 and up). Pinecrest Supports and Services 100 Pinecrest Dr. Pineville, LA 71361 318-641-2003 119" on? DO ?1