Senior Services/Life’s Champions
Life’s Champions was formed in 1985 to serve the needs of older citizens. At the time it was a new dimension in providing health information, resources and social activities for seniors. Today members of Life’s Champions, are presented with the latest health topics in the bi-monthly member newsletter and at the bi-monthly meetings, the OGHS web site, Community Support Programs along with free and discounted health screenings.
Life’s Champions enjoy the specially planned social gathering, group travel, and volunteer opportunities offered to members. Upon registration members receive a bi-monthly newsletter outlining all of the benefits of membership. Opelousas General Health System offers to members discounts throughout the hospital. The program is offered free to local and area residents who have attained the age of 55 years.
click here to view our Life's Champions brochure. Member Meetings/Newsletters - The latest in Health news and topics relating to seniors are featured at the 6 monthly member meetings and the Life’s Champions newsletters. The newsletter offers special events and group travel opportunities
Click here to view our latest Life's Champions Newsletter.
Hospital Discounts
A 20% discount on weekdays in the hospital Lil’ General Café.
A 10% discount on all items in the hospital Gift shop, The Lobby Shop.
click here for the Lil’ General Café’
click here for The Lobby Shop
Volunteer Opportunities
Opelousas General Health System is fortunate to work with many volunteers. Our volunteers assist staff in providing extra services to our patients. Volunteer opportunities await you!
Click here for our Volunteer page
Click here for a Volunteer Brochure.
Community Health Fairs- Each year in April, OGHS hosts a community-wide health fair, providing free and valuable health care services.
click here to view our community calendar
TO JOIN LIFE’S CHAMPIONS
Apply for a Life’s Champion Membership on line
Download and Life's Champions application
TO CONTACT THE OFFICE OF SENIOR SERVICES
Email: deloreskidder@opelousasgeneral.com
Call: 1-337-943-7189