Community Resource Guide
Well-Ahead Louisiana Community Resource Guide
Populated by Louisiana residents, the Community Resource Guide provides local resources for topics such as breastfeeding, diabetes prevention and management, health screenings, healthy eating, heart disease, physical activity, stress management, and tobacco cessation.
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NAMI St. Tammany Family-To-Family Support Program
95 Judge Tanner Boulevard, Covington, LA 70433
Natchitoches Parish Council on Aging: Change Your Lifestyle. Change Your Life. Diabetes Prevention P
1016 Keyser Avenue, Natchitoches, LA 71457
New Orleans Jewish Community Center’s Adult Memory Programs
5342 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70115
North Oaks Medical Center Diabetes Basics and Nutrition Class
15790 Paul Vega MD Drive, Hammond, LA 70403
North Oaks Medical Center Diabetes Education Group
15790 Paul Vega MD Drive, Hammond, LA 70403
North Oaks Medical Center Support Groups for Teens
15790 Paul Vega MD Drive, Hammond, LA 70403
Move Bunkie Forward
Move Bunkie Forward offers various fitness classes Monday – Friday free of charge. Workouts include Pound, PIYO, Power Strength, Step and Indoor Walking.
208 LA-29, Bunkie, LA 71322
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NAMI St. Tammany Basics
NAMI Basics is the new signature education program for parents and other caregivers of children and adolescents living with mental illnesses. The free six week course is taught by trained teachers who are the parents or caregivers of individuals who developed the symptoms of mental illness prior to the age of 13 years. This class is …
23515 Highway 190, Mandeville, LA 70448
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NAMI St. Tammany Educational Programs
Registration is now open at NAMI St. Tammany for the free 2017 Spring Program line up with classes beginning March 7 and 8. All programs are held in the evening and teach communication and coping skills while providing valuable up-to-date resources for continued growth. Registration is required and space is limited so sign up today by …
23515 US-190, Mandeville, LA 70448
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NAMI St. Tammany Family-To-Family Support Program
Open to family members and family caregivers of individuals living with serious mental illness. Facilitated by trained family members and family caregivers, the NAMI Support Group Model offers a set of key structures and processes that encourage full group participation in a supportive setting. Family-to-Family Support offers respect, understanding and hope for a meaningful support …
95 Judge Tanner Boulevard, Covington, LA 70433
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Natchitoches Farmers’ Market
Market offerings include fresh produce, hand crafted items, demonstrations, kid’s activities, live music, food and much more. Fresh fruit and vegetables help you prepare healthy meals for you and your family! Open April-July on Saturday’s from 8:00AM-12:00PM
100 Rue Beauport, Natchitoches, LA 71457
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Natchitoches Parish Council on Aging: Change Your Lifestyle. Change Your Life. Diabetes Prevention P
CHANGE YOUR LIFESTYLE. CHANGE YOUR LIFE.Reduce your risk of developing Type 2 diabetes with our “Change Your Lifestyle. Change Your Life.”(CYL²) program. You’ll get your very own coach to teach you how to eat healthy foods and increase your physical activity. When you’re having a rough day and feel like slipping back into your old …
1016 Keyser Avenue, Natchitoches, LA 71457
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National Alliance on Mental Illness
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – New Orleans, provides mental health day treatment and services to adults with chronic mental illnesses. Several free programs are available. Contact NAMI directly for specific information. …
1538 Louisiana Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70115
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Nature Walk and Titivation
Northlake Nature Center offers a nature walk every Wednesday evening at 5:30 p.m. Smell the clean air and hear the birds rejoice as you visit swamps, ponds, bayous, hardwoods forests and pineland habitats! Reserve a lopper to spruce up the trails even more with your trail trimming techniques. Cherish the beauty, give your healthy lifestyle a jump-start …
23135 Highway 190 East, Mandeville, LA 70448
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Neurocare of the South
“Neurocare of the South is dedicated to providing compassionate neurological care to the communities of Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. With a focus on Concussion, Dementia, Stroke, Headache, Neuropathy, and Epilepsy, our experienced team is committed to enhancing the well-being of our patients. At Neurocare of the South, we provide a full spectrum of dementia care …
648 Crestwood Blvd, Covington, LA 70433
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New Life Crisis Pregnancy Center
Community-based blood pressure monitoring program screening site that provides healthcare referrals and healthcare education.
302 West Courthouse Street, Leesville, LA 71446
New Llano Park Forest
Well maintained park with playground equipment, including a rock climber, monkey bars, and swings. Picnic tables with grills are scattered beneath nearby pines. A paved walking trail loops around the playground. Open daily from 6 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
103-299 Stanton Street, New Llano, LA 71461
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New Orleans Breastfeeding Center
The New Orleans Breastfeeding Center provides clinic visits that includes assessments of both parent and baby. We also offer classes, support groups, breastfeeding circles, pumps, breastfeeding supplies and more.
2714 Canal Street, Suite 505, New Orleans, LA 70119
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New Orleans Jewish Community Center’s Adult Memory Programs
New Orleans JCC’s memory programming offers a friendly, approachable environment to concentrate on yourself. Certain programs are facilitated by experts, including a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Where a caregiver is involved, we offer a brief respite for you and the opportunity to join a monthly support group. JCC membership is not required to participate …
5342 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70115
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NOLA Brain and Behavior
The NOLA Brain and Behavior is a major initiative to advance health care sciences in Louisiana through clinical care, educational programs, and community outreach. Their main focus is to promote healthy brain aging and healthy brain development. One of their major focuses is age-related cognitive-behavioral disorders, including Alzheimer’s disease and various dementia types.
4838 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70115
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North Oaks Health System Diabetes Education
North Oaks Health System offers many diabetes education options for the community. Services offered include individual education, diabetes education, follow-up sessions, nutritional education, diabetes basics and nutrition class, and a diabetes support group. How to ParticipateYour physician can refer you to the program, and many insurance plans (including Medicare) help cover the cost of diabetes education. …
17199 Spring Ranch Road, Livingston, LA 70754
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North Oaks Medical Center Breastfeeding Class
North Oaks Medical Center offers a free class for parents who may be considering breastfeeding or who have already decided to breastfeed their baby. Topics include positioning the baby properly, nutrition, pumping and storing breastmilk and the benefits of breastfeeding. Spouses or other support persons are encouraged to attend. Classes are scheduled bimonthly and are …
15790 Paul Vega MD Drive, Hammond, LA 70403
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North Oaks Medical Center Diabetes Basics and Nutrition Class
North Oaks Medical Center offers a Diabetes Basics and Nutrition Class for diabetic patients and their family members. This small group course continues your education on making the best lifestyle choices to help manage diabetes. Bring a family member or friend for support as we explore the following topics: Understanding diabetes and available treatment options …
15790 Paul Vega MD Drive, Hammond, LA 70403
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North Oaks Medical Center Diabetes Education Group
North Oaks Medical Center offers a Diabetes Education Support Group. This support group is designed for those with diabetes, along with their family members and friends, to share experiences, motivate each other, energize their outlook and renew their commitment. The group is facilitated by North Oaks Diabetes Education, which has been recognized by the American …
15790 Paul Vega MD Drive, Hammond, LA 70403
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North Oaks Medical Center Sleep Support Group
North Oaks Medical Center offers an AWAKE (Alert, Well and Keep Energetic) Support Group. This support group is designed for those with a sleep disorder, along with their families and friends, to explore the link between snoring and heart disease. Lauren L. Davis, MD, a Pulmonologist and North Oaks Sleep Disorder Specialist, serves as a …
15790 Paul Vega MD Drive, Hammond, LA 70403
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North Oaks Medical Center Support Groups for Teens
North Oaks Medical Center offers support groups for teens that teach self-examination screening methods for cancer. Both classes are offered to high school seniors and are free of charge. Breast Health/Breast Self-Examination (BSE) This class provides teenage females (high school seniors) with general information about breast cancer with an emphasis on prevention and detection. In addition …
15790 Paul Vega MD Drive, Hammond, LA 70403
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