Direct Support Professional Position Summary: The Direct Support Professional functions as an interdisciplinary team member on the supportive services team to maximize client choice, self-determination, and decision-making in the planning and coordination of care. This position serves as a role model, advocate, and motivator for participants. The Direct Support Professional must demonstrate an ability to […]
Finding Home Again: Michael’s Path from Addiction to Hope
Surrounded by foliage and the melody of birds, Michael leans into his iron-wrought chair, delighted to be back home. Home — to Michael — is Project Lazarus, a New Orleans-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting at-risk individuals living with HIV through housing, healthcare, and comprehensive social services. The 23 residential units are nestled inside the organization, […]
The Power of Partnership
Project Lazarus supporters take many forms. The organization’s programming prioritizes a variety of community partnerships to provide a holistic wellness experience for its residents. Because of this, partner representatives who enter their hallways are incredibly diverse. Current program offerings led specifically by trusted local community partners include social services, life skills, philosophy, acupuncture, massage, yoga, […]
A Legacy of Compassion: Project Lazarus Reimagines HIV Care for the Modern Age
Every weekday morning, you can find Project Lazarus Executive Director Ian Bicko meandering through the grounds of the organization, coffee in hand, chatting with residents or swapping jokes with staff. It’s clear to see that the Pennsylvania native found his calling in the Project Lazarus mission, both as a leader and as a personal advocate […]
Project Lazarus Celebrates Restored Wellness Center with Ribbon-Cutting Event
The Greater New Orleans community took a significant step toward healing and expanded housing and wellness programming support today, as Project Lazarus, an apostolate of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, celebrated the renovation of its Wellness Center with an on-site ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Project Lazarus Celebrates Annual Bon Appétit Event Raising Over $46,000 in Critical Funds
Project Lazarus hosted its highly-anticipated 18th annual Bon Appétit fundraiser on Saturday, September 13, culminating in a dazzling Dessert & Champagne Afterparty at the Audubon Aquarium. Chaired by Tony Leggio and organized by the Project Lazarus development committee, board and leadership, the event was a resounding success, raising $46,657.00 in critical funds for the organization’s mission and programming.