This project enables individuals with disabilities and the elderly to start small businesses. Through self – employment, participants are given the opportunity to utilize their talents and creativity in creating a small business. This project offers financial assistance in the form of a small interest – free loan of up to $1,000 per person.
The Micro Enterprise Business Loan Program is a collaborative effort. Through the Real Choice Systems Change Grant, DHH – Office of Aging and Adult Services and The Arc of Louisiana were given the chance to develop and implement a Mico-Enterprise/Small Business Loan Program.
For more information or to receive an application, please contact our office by phone 225-383-1033, or via email at the info@thearcla.org.
Examples of small business:
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Jewelry
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Arts and Crafts
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Homemade goodies
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Greeting cards
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Recycling