HERO Program • Opelousas, Louisiana

12/17/2025

🌺 Challenge COMPLETE- Aloha Style! 🌴

We wrapped up the final day of our challenge the best way we know how- with full Hawaiian vibes! 🌈🌊 From leis and grass skirts to tropical shirts and big smiles, our team showed up, showed out, and finished strong.

This challenge wasn’t just about themes and fun outfits- it was about teamwork, positivity, and building each other up along the way. So proud of everyone for participating and bringing the energy every single week. 💪💙

Mahalo to this amazing crew for making the last day unforgettable! 🌺🍍

12/11/2025

🚧 Big improvements happening around the facility! 🚧

We’re excited to share that our team has been hard at work upgrading our grounds to make them safer, smoother, and more accessible for everyone. Fresh concrete walkways and a wheelchair ramp to the pavilion are underway- all part of our commitment to keeping the facility looking great and functioning even better for our veterans and staff.

Thank you for your patience as we continue making these improvements. We can’t wait for everyone to enjoy the finished results! 🙌

12/10/2025

🌟 Week 4 of our Employee Challenge: NEON DAY! 🌟

Our team lit up the building today- literally! 🔥💛💚💗 From bright wigs to glow-in-the-dark outfits, everyone showed up glowing and ready to shine. These challenges have been such a fun way to bring everyone together, and today’s neon theme definitely brought out the creativity!

Loving the teamwork, the laughter, and the bold colors. 💥✨
Can’t wait to see what next week brings!

12/09/2025

End 2025 on a high note and join our final virtual workshop, in partnership with Robert Half, one week from today! Whether you’re seeking career guidance, resume tips, or next-step planning, this workshop is for you. ​

Reserve your spot today: https://hopeforthewarriors.tfaforms.net/422

12/09/2025

🚨 Exciting News for Veterans! 🚨

Have you heard about VA’s expanded eligibility for fertility services? 🌸✨

If you’re a Veteran experiencing infertility caused by a VBA-determined service-connected disability, you may now be eligible for VA fertility services, including in vitro fertilization (IVF), regardless of your marital or relationship status! 💑👩‍❤️‍👩👨‍❤️‍👨

Check your eligibility and talk to your VA primary care provider to connect with a fertility specialist today. Let's make dreams come true, one family at a time! 💖
Learn more: Find Out More!
https://www.womenshealth.va.gov/docs/final_FAQs_for_Expansion_of_VA_Fertility_Benefits_3_11_24.pdf

12/09/2025

This Saturday come out and join us!

LDVA invites the public to join us on Saturday, December 13, 2025, as four of the state’s veterans cemeteries participate in Wreaths Across America.

12/06/2025

Nothing brings people together on a cold day like a big pot of homemade chili! 🌶️❄️
Yesterday our team gathered around the table to share a hot meal, good conversation, and a little laughter. Moments like these remind us that we’re more than just coworkers — we’re a family. ❤️

Grateful for this crew and the simple comfort of a warm bowl of chili on a chilly day!

12/04/2025

The holiday season brings joy for many, but it can also be an incredibly difficult time for some in our military and veteran community.
Some are facing their first holiday without a loved one.
Some are deployed or have a loved one deployed.
Others may be feeling the weight of loneliness, stress, or grief.

As part of the Governor’s Challenge to Prevent Su***de Among Service Members, Veterans, and Their Families, we are sharing this updated Louisiana SMVF Resource Card to ensure every service member, veteran, and family member knows that support is here — 24/7.

Please save and share this resource card. You never know who might need it today.

If you or someone you know needs help:
📞 Dial 988, then Press 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line
📱 Call 225-219-5000 for LDVA assistance
🌐 Scan the QR code or visit: https://linktr.ee/LaGovernorsChallenge

This holiday season, let’s check on one another, lift up those who may be struggling, and remind our military and veteran families that they are not alone — not during the holidays, and not ever.

12/04/2025

VA announces $52.5 million in grants to 80 community organizations offering innovative su***de prevention services to Veterans and their families.
View the full list of this year’s recipients: https://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/ssgfox-grants/

12/04/2025

‼️Join the Zoom Workshop with Chris R.!
Happening Thursday, December 4th at 6:00 PM! Need the meeting ID and password? Shoot an email to nbentley@lahacienda.com now! 🌟💻

12/03/2025

🎸 5-Week Challenge: WEEK 3- ROCKSTAR DAY! 🎸

Our team turned the volume all the way up for Week 3! Leather, band tees, big hair, shades, and plenty of attitude - everyone showed up ready to rock the day. 🤘😎

We’re having a blast keeping the energy high and the creativity rolling each week. This crew definitely understood the assignment!

On to Week 4… if you thought this week rocked, just wait! 🎤✨