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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Congestive Heart Failure Clinic
The Congestive Heart Failure Clinic is offered by Slidell Memorial Hospital to provide education and self-management training to patients with congestive heart failure. Classes are offered the third Thursday of each month and are taught by a Cardiac Rehab RN. Classes cover disease process and self-management, low sodium diets, weight management, medications and coping skills. Physician …
1051 Gause Boulevard, Slidell, LA 70458
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Created for Wellness
Created for Wellness implements trainings through FASTer Way, we provide weekly meal plans, effective 30-minute workouts, and 1-on-1 coaching tailored to your goals and needs, so you can achieve your results faster and without all the stress and confusion. The FASTer Way is the most effective online program that will empower you to transform your …
123 Sharp Road, Jonesville, LA 71343
Cost: $79-199
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CrossFit Eunice Yoga
Yoga classes are offered every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. and will be structured into two 30-minute sessions with a brief intermission. There will be a beginners session and a more advanced session. Modifications will be offered throughout to make the classes accessible to everyone in attendance. Students should bring their own yoga mat and water …
1960b West Laurel Avenue, Eunice, LA 70535, USA
Cost: $5
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CSFC Alzheimer’s Activity Group
The CSFS Alzheimer’s Activity Group has appropriate activities with a fun, hands-on approach for those with Alzheimer’s. Caregivers must attend the Caregivers group and stay on the campus. This occurs the 4th Monday of each month from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. It is in the Serenity Room at the Cabrini Mediplex. Lunch is provided.
3347 Masonic Drive, Alexandria, LA 71301
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Duncan Park
Duncan Park consists of approximately 12 acres of open play areas as well as athletic facilities. All of it is interspersed among pecan, oak and bald cypress trees. The facility includes a variety of amenities for all ages: One pavilion (available for reservations) One playground with shade structures One open playground One basketball court One …
1311 Arlington Street, Ruston, LA 71270
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Edgar Walking Trail
Edgar Walking Trail is located on Benjamin Drive in Marksville, and the property is maintained by the City of Marksville. The walking trail is open for community use daily from daylight to dusk.
Benjamin Drive, Marksville, LA 71351
Faithful Families Thriving Communities
Faithful Families Thriving Communities offers faith communities simple solutions to help them eat smart, move more, and prevent chronic disease. The program provides individuals, families, and communities with the skills to be able to eat more meals at home, move more in their everyday routine, and help their communities lead healthier lives. Vision of Faithful …
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Females in Action
Females in Action (FiA) offers free exercise classes to women of all ages and all fitness levels each Saturday morning, 7:00 am, at the Covington Trailhead. Each day, across 16 states, more than 5,000 women come together for FiA workouts, sharing fitness, friendship, and so much more! FiA is a community of like-minded women who …
419 North New Hampshire Street, Covington, LA 70433
Fighting Arthritis with Strength Training
Each Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday the Gonzales Senior Center offers a free strength training exercise class. This class gives seniors the opportunity to stay active, socialize with fellow seniors, and fight the ailments associated with arthritis and other conditions associated with aging.
526 South Irma Boulevard, Gonzales, LA 70737
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FitLot Outdoor Fitness Park
The FitLot Outdoor Fitness Park was thoughtfully designed for all ages and abilities to use in a community setting making the benefits of an indoor facility free and accessible to everyone. Join us for an intro class, a one-hour circuit training workout, or an 8-week series to get into a regular active routine. All FitLot …
501 North Galvez Street, New Orleans, LA 70119
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Forsythe Park
Forsythe Park on the Ouachita River in Monroe attracts kids, grown-ups and dogs. Events such as the annual “Bark in the Park” fun run fill the park with canines as well as their companions, and Forsythe’s Fourth of July festivities include live music from the bandstand and kid-friendly crafts and games. Forsythe Park offers plenty to …
2300 Sycamore Street, Monroe, LA 71201
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Fort Buhlow
Fort Buhlow is a popular venue for many sports, from bass fishing in the Red River to cross-country track events to disc golf tournaments. Other features and facilities at the Fort Buhlow Recreation Area include: three lane boat launch boat dock picnic shelters, tables and grills hiking trails cross country course playground lighted ball-field, bleachers, scoreboard, …
200 Airport Road, Pineville, LA 71360
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Foster Park
Foster Park offers a walking trail that is open to the community 24 hours per day at no charge. The park also offers lighting for the walking trail. Community members can take advantage of a free place to get physical activity!
3911 Highway 8, Pollock, LA 71467
Free After School Dance Classes
The New Orleans Ballet Association proudly partners with the New Orleans Recreation Development Commission (NORDC), Broadmoor Arts and Wellness Center, Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy and St. Bernard Parish Schools to provide completely tuition-free dance classes for youth ages 5 to 18. Placement in classes depends on age and experience level. Enrollment is required and open through …
935 Gravier Street, Suite 800, New Orleans, LA 70112
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Friday Bike Rides
Every Friday (weather permitting) from 4:15 to 6:00 p.m., the Front Yard Bike group embarks on a bike field trip. These rides include trips to parks, libraries, museums, monuments, and more as we embrace the fun aspects of riding bikes while exploring educational and recreational opportunities available within safe biking distance. All participants are required to wear helmets and know …
700 Terrace Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
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Gator Park
Gator Park is located on the former Mitchell Elementary School site. This beautiful piece of property includes picnic tables, a large grassy area and playground equipment.
400 Mitchell Lane, West Monroe, LA 71292
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Gentle Chair Yoga
Gentle Chair Yoga is FREE. The only requirements is 60 or older to attend.Event: Gentle Chair YogaDay: Monday, Wednesday, FridayTime: 8:15 a.m.
706 Bearkat Drive, Bossier City, LA 71111
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Girl Trek New Orleans
Welcome to Girltrek New Orleans: Healthy Black Women & Girls What is GirlTrek: Girtrek is a groundbreaking national nonprofit that mobilizes women to live their healthiest, most fulfilled lives through a habit of daily walking. Through grassroots organizing and award-winning social media campaigns, GirlTrek supports thousands of walkers, over 400 neighborhood-based volunteers, and inspires an …
1800 Wyoming Ave NW Floor 2 Washington, DC 20009
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Gretna Bike Path
The Gretna Bike Path is a local favorite for those who want to exercise by walking, jogging, and biking . The path was completed in 2004 and offers a beautiful view of the New Orleans Skyline and of ships from all over the world passing down the Mississippi River. If you are looking to get …
100 Huey P. Long Avenue, Gretna, LA 70053
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Grove Street Park and Playground
Winn Recreation Center maintains Grove Street Park. The park offers a playground, fitness station, and walking trail. It is open to the community 24 hours per day, and there is no charge to use the park. Local residents can take advantage of this opportunity to get physical activity!
800 North Street, Winnfield, LA 71483
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