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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Ascension Counseling Center Smoking Cessation Class
1112 Southeast Ascension Complex Boulevard, Gonzales, LA 70737
Baton Rouge General Health and Wellness Center
8490 Picardy Avenue, Suite 600-D, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Beauregard Memorial Hospital Diabetes and Nutrition Education
600 South Pine Street, DeRidder, LA 70634
Anna’s Place Health Screenings
Anna’s Place NOLA’s mission is to promote healing and wholeness of body, mind and spirit in the Tremé/7th Ward and Greater New Orleans community by offering academic, cultural, and arts enrichment; holistic health care; and healthy lifestyle education. Anna’s Place offers health screenings and health education on Mondays from noon until 3:00 p.m. Screenings offered include …
1313 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70116
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Anytime Fitness in Church Point
Community-based blood pressure monitoring program.
219 South Main Street, Church Point, LA 70525
Art of Breastfeeding
Art of Breastfeeding is an education and support group hosted by St. Tammany Parish Hospital. Parents will learn how to establish a breastfeeding routine that will enable them to use their breastfeeding skills with confidence; facilitating a positive and successful breastfeeding experience. This is a FREE series of two classes on Monday nights 6:30-8:30 p.m. 2018 Class …
1202 South Tyler Street, Covington, LA 70433
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Ascension Counseling Center Smoking Cessation Class
Ascension Counseling Center, in partnership with the American Lung Association, offers free smoking cessation classes to all adult community members. Participants will receive cessation education, strategies for quitting, and self-help material from a certified trained clinician. Nicotine patches are also supplied free of charge. Classes are held on Tuesdays from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Gonzales location and …
1112 Southeast Ascension Complex Boulevard, Gonzales, LA 70737
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Basic Yoga
Breathe, stretch, and relax your way to a healthier life. No prior yoga experience is needed. When coming to class, please keep talking to a minimum, remove your shoes, and leave your cell phone in the car. Come to class on an empty stomach, be early, bring a yoga mat, and wear comfortable clothing that …
11621 Ferdinand Street, Saint Francisville, LA 70775
Cost: $50
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Bastrop High School Community Garden
Southern University Agricultural Research & Extension Center has a community garden located at Bastrop High School in Bastrop, LA.
402 Highland Avenue, Bastrop, LA 71220
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Bastrop High School-Based Health Center
School-based health center located in Bastrop High School and available to Bastrop High School Students. We offer a sliding-fee schedule for persons who have no insurance or high deductible health plans based on the household income and family size. Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
402 Highland Avenue, Bastrop, LA 71220
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Baton Rouge General Health and Wellness Center
The National Diabetes Prevention Program (National DPP) works to make it easier for people with prediabetes to participate in affordable, high-quality lifestyle change programs to reduce their risk of type 2 diabetes and improve their overall health. Through the National DPP, you will have access to group classes facilitated by a trained lifestyle coach throughout …
8490 Picardy Avenue, Suite 600-D, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
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Baton Rouge General Smoking Cessation
Baton Rouge General can provide you with the tools and support you need to successfully kick the habit! The five-week program is a combination of the American Cancer Society’s FreshStart program and Baton Rouge General’s FIT initiatives. Group sessions address real life issues surrounding the lifestyle of a smoker, such as weight control, stress management, …
8585 Picardy Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Cost: $25
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Baton Rouge General Wellness Management
Behavioral health problems can affect your life in many ways. Managing tests, treatments, symptoms, medications, and diet can be overwhelming and may result in feeling anxious, frustrated, sad, depressed, angry or stressed. If you or a loved one is feeling this way, Baton Rouge General’s Wellness Management Program can help. An 8-week course features group …
8490 Picardy Avenue
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Bayou Teche Market
Bayou Teche Market provides a link between the St. Martinville community and area growers and producers, and an enjoyable venue for purchasing fresh, local food directly from the grower. Farmer’s Market ensures local consumers have a opportunity for fresh, healthy food which is harvested nearby. Open year-round on Saturdays from 7:00AM-11:00AM.
203 New Market Street, Saint Martinville, LA 70582
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Be Well Bus
A mobile medical suite designed to offer a variety of community health screenings, bring care and education directly into the community, serving our neighbors where they live. That includes visiting health fairs, festivals and other community events, as well as partnering with local businesses interested in maintaining a healthy, productive workforce. In addition to offering …
1202 South Tyler Street, Covington, LA 70433
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Beacon Behavioral Outpatient – Bogalusa
Beacon Behavioral Hospital-Outpatient is Louisiana’s premier full-service Mental Health Program. Our highly-trained, caring therapy staff provides comprehensive and confidential treatment to those suffering from depression and other mood disorders, changes in behavior, psychosis and major declines in functioning. The IOP can also assist with adults that have a substance use issue that may be caused …
1640 South Columbia Street, Bogalusa, LA 70427
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Beanbag Baseball
FREE Beanbag Baseball held every Tuesday at 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., and 5:30 p.m. Must be age 60+ to attend.
706 Bearkat Drive, Bossier City, LA 71111
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Beauregard Memorial Hospital Diabetes and Nutrition Education
Beauregard Memorial Hospital offers a free Diabetes Education and Nutrition Class that offers a multitude of information for newly diagnosed diabetics, long-term diabetics, caregivers, and persons with intent to learn more about nutritional value. A nutritionally-balanced and diabetic-friendly meal is served at each class. Visit the website for more information!
600 South Pine Street, DeRidder, LA 70634
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Beekman Charter School Community Garden
Southern University Agricultural Research & Extension Center has a community garden located at Beekman Charter School in Bastrop, LA.
15190 A M Baker Road, Bastrop, LA 71220
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Beginner PIckleball Program
This on-going program at the Greenwood Community Park Tennis Center is for youth ages 10 and older or adult beginners who want to learn the game of pickleball. Walk-ins accepted Mondays from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. $2 per person per class.
13350 LA-19, Baton Rouge, LA 70811
Cost: $2
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Behavioral Health Clinic
St. Bernard Community Health Center offers a Behavioral Health Clinic that is open to all community members. The clinic provides behavioral health and substance abuse services to persons of all ages, regardless of ability to pay or health insurance status. Clinic Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Friday: 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
8050 West Judge Perez Drive, Suite 1300, Chalmette, LA 70043
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Belle Ami Beauty Bar
Community-based blood pressure monitoring program.
195 Amy Road, Opelousas, LA 70570
Belle Chasse Community Health Center
Belle Chasse Community Health Center has Nurse Care Coordinators specifically trained to help a patient control their diabetes. Their nurses meet with patients to help them come up with a dietary plan, set goals and teach them fun and effective ways for lowering their blood sugar levels. AHL’s nurses will help patients beat the needle …
8200 Highway 23, Belle Chasse, LA 70037
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