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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Our Lady of the Lake Cancer Institute-St. Francis Cancer Center
411 Calypso Street Monroe , LA 71201
Our Lady of the Lake Diabetes & Nutrition Center
2041Silverside Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Our Lady of the Lake Senior Companion Program
5959 S. Sherwood Blvd, Suite A9, Baton Rouge Louisiana 70816
Our Lady of the Lake Smoking Cessation Program
5000 Hennessy Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Overton Brooks Veterans Administration Medical Center DSMES
510 East Stoner Avenue, Suite 120, Shreveport LA 71101
PACE, Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly
7436 Bishop Ott Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Pain Management Support Group
1112-A Southeast Ascension Complex Boulevard, Gonzales, LA 70737
Pennington Biomedical Research Center-Farmers Market
6400 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
411 Calypso Street Monroe , LA 71201
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Our Lady of the Lake Diabetes & Nutrition Center
Our Lady of the Lake’s Diabetes & Nutrition Center is a leader in the treatment of adult and pediatric diabetes and nutrition disorders. The center provides comprehensive programs including diabetes self-management training and medical nutrition therapy. Diabetes Self-Management Training Program (DSMT) is provided to clients with all types of Diabetes (Type 1, Type 2, secondary and gestational) …
2041Silverside Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
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Our Lady of the Lake Senior Companion Program
The Senior Companion Program (SCP) offers person-to- person volunteer opportunities for low-income Americans aged 55 and over. Clients serviced by Companions are chronically homebound with physical and/or mental health limitations and at risk of premature institutionalization. Senior Companions strengthen their client’s capacity to live independently in the community. Services:
5959 S. Sherwood Blvd, Suite A9, Baton Rouge Louisiana 70816
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Our Lady of the Lake Smoking Cessation Program
Our Lady of the Lake has partnered with the Smoking Cessation Trust to provide free support to Louisiana residents who began their habit before September 1, 1988. The five-to seven week program offers free medications, group and one-on-one counseling and quitline coaching. Sessions are led by experts who know firsthand how hard quitting can be. …
5000 Hennessy Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
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Outpatient Nutrition Therapy
Abbeville General Hospital offers Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) for nutrition-related health problems. This service is provided by a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and is available by appointment only. MNT provides an opportunity to develop an individualized nutrition care plan that considers wellness goals, daily routine and food preferences. MNT is an essential component of comprehensive health care, …
118 North Hospital Drive, Abbeville, LA 70510
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Overton Brooks Veterans Administration Medical Center DSMES
Diabetes self-management education and support (DSMES) is a critical element of care for people with diabetes. DSMES is the ongoing process of facilitating the knowledge, skills, and ability necessary for diabetes self-care, as well as activities that assist a person in implementing and sustaining the behaviors needed to manage his or her condition on an …
510 East Stoner Avenue, Suite 120, Shreveport LA 71101
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PACE Greater New Orleans
PACE GNO services (Program of All-Inclusive care for the Elderly in the Greater New Orleans area) are provided for PACE participants at our beautiful, unique and historic Adult Day Health and Activities Centers, in the Bywater neighborhood of New Orleans, and on the Westbank in Marrero. Services:
4201 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA 70117
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PACE, Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly
Franciscan PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) is a non-profit health and supportive services program designed to assist seniors who want an alternative to long-term care placement. PACE Lafayette and PACE Baton Rouge is sponsored by the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System (FMOLHS)—the parent company of Our Lady of Lourdes Regional …
7436 Bishop Ott Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Pain Management Support Group
This pain management support group is designed to help those who deal with chronic pain due to a health condition or disease. The Pain Management Support Group works to teach effective pain management coping techniques including mindfulness, breathing and stress management. The group is formed and meets as need is expressed. To become part of a group call Dawn Bennett …
1112-A Southeast Ascension Complex Boulevard, Gonzales, LA 70737
Cost: $10
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Parents as Teachers
The Parents as Teachers (PAT) program is a home visiting program for pregnant or parenting families with children 36 months or younger in the Shreveport area. Parent Educators provide personal visits in the home and offer health and developmental screenings for children, as well as resources for families to support them in reaching their goals …
1035 Creswell Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101
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Parrish Fuller Fitness Trail
The Parrish Fuller Fitness Trail is recognized as a National Demonstration Site for Adult Fitness Parks. Best practice guidelines have been followed for selection of exercise equipment that is located around the fitness trail. The exercise equipment offers a variety of aerobic, muscle/strength, core, balance, and flexibility equipment to provide a well-rounded fitness routine. The …
1140 College Drive, Pineville, LA 71360
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Partners in Wellness Mammogram Screenings
Free Mammogram Screenings available through Partners in Wellness. The mobile mammography van comes to Bienville Medical Center. Please call Partners in Wellness to schedule your appointment 1-800-582-4523.
1175 Pine Street, Suite 200, Arcadia, LA 71001
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Pearl River Honey Island Art & Farmer’s Market
10 a.m.-2 pm, Saturdays at 64378 Louisiana 41 Pearl River, La. Accept SNAP Benefits. Contact (985) 807-4447
64378 Louisiana 41, Pearl River, LA 70452
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Pennington Biomedical Research Center-Farmers Market
Red Stick Farmers mission is to build a healthy and strong local food system; to increase sustainability of independent local farmers, fishers and food producers; and to foster stewardship of land and community through public markets. Open year-round on Thursdays from 8:00AM-12:00PM.
6400 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
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Perkins Road Community Park Walking Trail
Perkins Road Community Park is BREC’s “Extreme Sports Park” and has many options for physical fitness for the whole family. Perkins Road Community Park amenities include the skate park and BMX Raceway, a rock climbing wall, a community playground, skating and biking trails, tennis courts and a 1/2 mile walking trail.
7122 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
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Perkins Road Community Park Zumba
Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy to follow aerobic moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that is energizing. Participants must be 16 years and older. Fee: $30 per month (2 classes per week) Class Schedule: Zumba 1 – Every Monday and Wednesday (6:00-7:00 p.m.) Zumba 2 – Every Tuesday and Thursday (6:00-7:00 p.m.)
7122 Perkins Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Cost: 30.00
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Pineville Recreational Park and Walking Trail
The City of Pineville offers a free recreational park that is open to the public. The park features a playground, walking trail and splash pad. The park is open from 8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Monday-Friday. Local residents are encouraged to take advantage of this free resource for physical activity!
2450 Highway 28 East, Pineville, LA 71360
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Pink Crusade Breast Cancer Group Meeting
The West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital (WCCH) hosts the Pink Crusade Breast Cancer Support Group. This support group meets the second Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. in the WCCH Board Room. Attendees will be provided with answers to questions about breast cancer and will receive support through the multiple different aspects of their disease. …
701 Cypress Street, Sulphur, LA 70663
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Pointe Coupee Nutrition Program
The Pointe Coupee Nutrition Program provides a complete education/training experience based on the needs of the patient and the recommendations of the physician. Medical Nutrition Therapy Services consider the needs of patients with chronic disease like diabetes, renal impairment and heart disease. Services include weight management for adults and pediatrics, blood pressure management, cholesterol management, healthy …
350 Hospital Road, New Roads, LA 70760
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Pointe Coupee/New Road Walking Trail
Enjoy a 1-mile walking trail which starts behind the Civic Center. There are also tennis and basketball court facilities available for use. The walking trail and additional facilities are available for use from 8:00 a.m. – sunset each day.
1200 Major Parkway, New Roads, LA 70760
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