Well-Ahead Louisiana

Well-Ahead Louisiana is an initiative started by the Louisiana Department of Health aimed at improving the health and wellness of Louisiana residents. Well-Ahead Louisiana promotes and recognizes smart choices in the spaces and places we live and work every day that make it easier for us all to live healthier lives, from going tobacco-free to ensuring healthy lunch options or supporting workplace fitness programs. Part of the Well-Ahead Louisiana iniative is the designation of places and spaces that have decided to encourage our residents to make choices and changes to our lifestyle so it will be easier for Louisiana residents to live well. Once designated, these environments are called WellSpots. Our staff will work closely with worksites, restaurants, schools, universities/colleges, child care centers and hospitals to help them identify and meet benchmarks for wellness. Once we verify an organization has completed enough benchmarks, they will be designated as a Level One, Level...