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Raphael Village is a non-profit organization that supports differently-abled people in becoming fully engaged in life and community.  Founded on principles that integrate education, community life, life-sharing, and the arts to meet the needs of youth and adults with developmental disabilities, Raphael Village provides holistic learning programs, vocational training, and community for differently-abled people to be lovingly supported in mind, body and spirit throughout their lives.

What you do

Service learning students help to cultivate a therapeutic environment in which our members develop their fullest potential through artistic experiences, daily living skills, gardening and pre-vocational activities.

What you learn

Students will learn to observe individual's behaviors, how they interact with one another and how to guide them in engaging in a full life.  Students will gain an understanding of inclusion, accessibility, communication, advocacy, and social support.

Interactions

Adults
People with disabilities

Preservice Requirements

Students interested must participate in:
Training sessions
Orientation
Background check
Interview
Resume review 

Days and Times

Monday - Friday
9:00am - 3:00pm

Contact Information

Marianne Fieber
Guild Director
admin@raphaelvillage.org
504-524-5955

Location Address
530 Jackson Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130

Directions ETA

Biking • 21 min 
Public transit • 36 min 
Driving • 15 min
  There is on and off street parking.

Alternate Location:  
500 Soraparu Street
New Orleans, LA  70130