LIVE

The LIVE Program supports noncustodial parents in building employment skills, accessing education and training, and achieving long-term career stability. Participants receive guidance on job readiness, resume building, interview preparation, and workplace expectations. The program also connects participants to community-based services, such as parenting resources and legal support.

No. While employment is a core focus, the program also supports career advancement, job retention, education, and personal development. Certain services, such as parenting orders and assistance with expungements are provided after participants reach milestones in the program.

The program serves noncustodial parents involved with child support services. Eligibility for specific services is determined on a case by case basis. Participants should speak with their child support caseworker for guidance on eligibility and available opportunities in their parish.

Many services are available upon enrollment; however, some services are provided later in the program after participants reach certain milestones, such as legal support for parenting orders.

Yes. Participants can receive assistance with basic education skills, such as reading, math, or computer literacy, and can work toward earning a HiSET or GED. The program can also connect participants to vocational training or certification programs

Supportive services may include uniforms, tools, work supplies, transportation assistance, and other resources needed to start or maintain employment. Access depends on program eligibility and individual participant needs.

Yes. While LIVE does not cancel or waive child support obligations, the program will suspend enforcement actions if you are actively participating in the program. Your LIVE case manager will closely monitor your case to ensure you are actively participating in all recomended activities, helping you successfuly complete the program. Enforcement actions may resume when participation in the program ends before successfully completing all aspects of the program.

Yes. While LIVE does not cancel or waive child support obligations, the program will suspend all enforcement actions if you are actively participating in the program. Your LIVE case manager will closely monitor your case to ensure you are actively participating in all recommended activities, helping you successfully complete the program. Enforcement actions may resume when participation in the program ends before successfully completing all aspects of the program.

Participants follow a structured pathway that may include: 1. Orientation and eligibility review with a LIVE caseworker 2. Enrollment in job readiness or education programs 3. Access to supportive services (training, work supplies, uniforms, etc.) 4. Employment placement and ongoing coaching 5. Optional legal support, such as parenting orders and expungement assistance.