8.29.2008  Baton Rouge – Medical Special Needs Shelters will open today to shelter people identified with Medical Special Needs. In preparation for the opening of Medical Special Needs Shelters, the Department of Health and Hospitals and the Department of Social Services have activated triage phone lines to help people in need make their plans. Read the entire DHH News Release.

9.04.2008  Due to the aftermath of Hurricane Gustav, including the lack of power/utilities and building damage, the LSMS office will be closed until further notice. If the office is accessible and has power we will reopen as soon as feasible. Check the LSMS website www.lsms.org for additional updates.