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Southwest Louisiana Area Health Education Center

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SWLAHEC works to improve health status through access to information, education and health services. We encourage you to comment and join the discussion.

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08/04/2026

In Louisiana, about 1 in 10 residents receives healthcare services from a Community Health Center. Health centers offer primary care, dental and mental health services to residents across our community, no matter their insurance status or income.

Health centers are a critical component of our local healthcare system and we're so grateful for the work they do across our Southwest Louisiana region!

Happy National Health Center Week! 💚💙

Louisiana Primary Care Association
Louisiana Rural Health Association
AcadianaCares
ICCHC
Southwest Louisiana Primary Healthcare
SWLA Center for Health Services

07/31/2026

✨ Allow us to introduce you to Lisa LaRochelle ✨

Lisa came to SWLAHEC in November 2023 with 16 years of experience in the field of infant and early childhood mental health. She serves as a Senior Mental Health Consultant for the statewide TIKES team, providing consultation to early childhood centers and reflective supervision for other consultants around the state.

Lisa cherishes the opportunity to work with the youngest and most vulnerable members of our community. She's making a real and tangible difference one classroom, one teacher, one child at a time! 💙💚

07/29/2026

👏 That's a wrap on Camp Fast Forward 2026!

We are so GRATEFUL for our many community partners who made this year's Camp Fast Forward events such a tremendous success. Thanks to your support, our students learned about all the wonderful health career opportunities that exist right here in our community! They also had a TON of fun and made friends for life!

To every organization and professional who opened their doors and shared their time: thank you. You are shaping the future of healthcare in our community. SWLAHEC.org 💚💙

The Stuller Family Foundation
Joe and Dorothy Dorsett Brown Foundation
Entergy Louisiana
Aetna
Iberia Parish Career Center
South Louisiana Community College
McNeese State University

07/28/2026

All drownings are preventable, yet drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1-4 in Louisiana. Simple steps like keeping young children within arm’s reach of an adult around water, using correctly sized life vests, and more can save a child’s life.

Together, when we all practice water safety, we can protect every child in Louisiana from drowning.

Learn how to take action at getaswimplan.ldh.la.gov. Louisiana Department of Health

07/22/2026

From training the next generation of healthcare professionals to connecting families with coverage and offering free health screenings, SWLAHEC wears a lot of hats in Southwest Louisiana.

Want to learn more about everything we do? Check out our Program Guide for a closer look at the programs and services we offer YOU! https://bit.ly/4d9Edll

07/20/2026

Mental health matters for everyone — but stigma, language barriers and limited access can make it harder for some communities to get the care they need. Here in Southwest Louisiana, we're committed to making sure everyone feels seen, supported and heard.

If you or someone you love is struggling, you are not alone. Call or text 988 anytime. The 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline is free, confidential and available 24/7. https://988lifeline.org/

07/17/2026

We're heading into the heart of hurricane season, and in Southwest Louisiana we know it only takes one storm. 🌀

If you haven't already, now's the time to make a plan. Get your game plan: https://www.getagameplan.org/

07/16/2026

How are you sleeping? 💤

Did you know that sleep can impact your overall health? Sleep plays an important role in both your emotional and physical well-being. Follow these tips from Well-Ahead Louisiana:

🟢Stick to a schedule of the same bedtime and wake up time, even on the weekends.
🟢Avoid naps during the day, especially in the afternoon.
🟢Stop scrollinig! Put down the electronic devices.
🟢Avoid bright light in the evening and expose yourself to sunlight in the morning.

Learn more: https://wellaheadla.com/move-well-ahead/living-well-ahead/

07/15/2026

Don't guess. Test!

FREE, confidential HIV, Hepatitis C and Syphilis testing is available at the Kinder Clinic. No appointment needed. Walk-ins are welcome!

📆 Every 3rd Wednesday of the month
⏰ 10:00am – 2:00pm
📍 The Kinder Clinic (109 1st Avenue in Kinder)

Questions? Call (337) 478-4822, ext. 222.

07/14/2026

We had a wonderful summer hosting Camp Fast Forward in communities across our region. This week, we're hosting our last one in Opelousas and we invited LPB to come out and see what all the fuss is about!

These kids could be doing anything this summer, but they chose to spend their time learning and getting a first-hand look at some of the cool healthcare career opportunities that exist right here in our community.

We are SO proud of these students! We're spreading the word - Southwest Louisiana's future shines bright! 💚💙

Christina Jensen
Louisiana Public Broadcasting

Address

103 Independence Boulevard
Lafayette, LA
70506

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+13379890001

Website

http://SWLAHEC.org/

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