More Than a Resource Guide.
A Lifeline for Families.
Created by parents who have lived the NICU journey, the Legend's Legacy Resource Guide connects families with trusted healthcare, community, financial, and emotional support resources throughout Greater New Orleans Area
Available as a free digital download. Updated regularly as new resources become available.
Why We Created This Guide
This guide was born from our family's NICU journey, aiming to make the experience easier for others who are in similar situations. Throughout our time there, we faced many questions and uncertainties, which motivated us to gather the resources and support that proved helpful for us. Our intention is to provide a useful reference, ensuring that other families feel connected and supported. With the right information and guidance, we believe every family can navigate this journey with confidence.
What's Inside the
Resource Guide
The Legend’s Legacy NICU Family Resource Guide brings together practical information, trusted organizations, and community resources to support families during the NICU stay, through discharge, and beyond.
Navigating the NICU
Hospital information, visitation guidance, parent involvement, and discharge-planning tools to help families feel more informed and prepared.
Emotional & Family Support
Mental-health resources, NICU parent communities, wellness options, spiritual care, and support for siblings and families.
Essential Living Resources
Lodging, dining, parking, transportation, grocery stores, and other practical resources near major New Orleans hospitals.
Community & Developmental Resources
Local nonprofits, parenting and lactation support, grief resources, maternal-health programs, and early-intervention services.
Financial & Medical Assistance
Information about Medicaid, SSI, WIC, SNAP, TANF, and where families can receive help applying for benefits.
Emergency, Educational & Language Support
Nearby emergency-care information, helpful books, interpreter services, and multilingual guidance for families.