The Louisiana Order Approving Application for Services to Persons with Communication Disabilities is a set of guidelines and directives issued by the Louisiana Department of Health that provides access to services for individuals with communication disabilities. This order ensures that all individuals with communication disabilities have access to the same quality of services they would have in the general population. It allows for access to specialized services such as sign language interpreting, communication aids, and equipment necessary to communicate with their environment. The Order also outlines the process for assessing eligibility and providing the services to the individuals, as well as the criteria for granting and denying services. There are two types of Louisiana Order Approving Application for Services to Persons with Communication Disabilities: general orders and specific orders. General orders are issued by the Department of Health and are applicable to all individuals with communication disabilities in the state. Specific orders are issued by specific agencies or organizations, and are tailored to meet the individual's specific needs and circumstances.