Southwest Louisiana Area Health Education Center

09/04/2026

September is National Recovery Month. 💜

You are not alone. Recovery happens together. Research shows meaningful human connection supports resilience, hope, and long-term recovery. Every connection can make a difference.

08/28/2026

Thank you, Aetna, for your support of Camp Fast Forward this year. Thank you for your work to improve the health and well-being of our communities. SWLAHEC.org

08/27/2026

Looking for an exciting career opportunity? Are you passionate about nutrition and educating our community about health and wellness? SWLAHEC is seeking to hire a Registered Dietitian in Lake Charles.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4wSzET2

Apply for the Registered Dietitian job in Lake Charles, LA! Learn more about the job description, salary, and job details to see if you qualify on Indeed today.

08/27/2026

How is the new school year going? Have you developed healthy routines? 📚

Help your kids have a healthy school year:

😴 Set a consistent bedtime for enough sleep
🥣 Don't skip breakfast
📵 Set limits on screen time
🥤 Pack water and healthy snacks

Small habits add up to big wins for focus, mood and health all year long.

Looking for tips and resources? Greaux Healthy has you covered. https://greauxhealthy.org/family-hub

08/26/2026

⚡ Powering our communities and the health and well-being of our state. Thank you, Entergy Louisiana, for your support of Camp Fast Forward this year! SWLAHEC.org

08/25/2026

Gilbert Brown serves as a Testing & Prevention Specialist and Certified Navigator with SWLAHEC. He is an essential member of our team!

Gilbert helps individuals access healthcare services, provides health education and connects people with the resources they need to improve their lives. His favorite part of the job? Building relationships within the community and making a positive impact each day is the most rewarding part of his work.

Thank you for all you do to support the health and well-being of our Southwest Louisiana community, Gilbert! 🌟

08/24/2026

The healthcare workforce shortage is real - especially in rural communities across Louisiana. As we look to the future, we don't believe in just sitting back and hoping for the best. We are hosting innovative student programs meant to inspire our future generations and help them explore career possibilities.

Our goal? We want our young people to say in Louisiana and enjoy rewarding careers right here at home. 💚💙

This summer, we hosted Camp Fast Forward events in communities across our region! Thank you, Louisiana Public Broadcasting, for visiting with us and seeing what our work is all about!

Christina Jensen
National AHEC Organization

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08/20/2026

August is National Breastfeeding Month. 🤱

Feeding your baby is a personal journey, and every mom deserves support along the way. Whether you're breastfeeding, pumping, formula-feeding or somewhere in between, what matters most is a fed, healthy baby and a supported mom.

Our nutrition educators are here to help SWLA families with resources and guidance. You don't have to figure it out alone. SWLAHEC.org

08/19/2026

On September 25, join Acadiana PACEs Alliance for their upcoming Trauma Summit. Professionals, community leaders and advocates are invited to take part in a day of education, collaboration, and inspiration focused on building trauma-informed communities.

📆 September 25
⏰ 8:15am - 3:30pm
📍 SLCC Auditorium in Lafayette

Learn more & register: https://bit.ly/4gkHv5D