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Maria Gonzales 2025.jpg thumbnailMaria B. Gonzales
NCH Agent
119 Robin St.
Napoleonville, LA 70390
985-369-6386
mgonzales@agcenter.lsu.edu

Our program is dedicated to improving the health, well-being, and overall quality of life for residents of Assumption Parish. We provide practical, research-based nutrition education, engaging cooking demonstrations, youth development opportunities, and initiatives focused on chronic disease prevention. Through these efforts, we help individuals and families make informed choices that support long-term health.

We also work to strengthen healthy communities by supporting policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) changes that make healthy choices easier and more accessible. By collaborating with local partners, we help create sustainable improvements in places where people live, learn, work, and play.

As part of the LSU AgCenter, we offer reliable, evidence-based resources shaped by the needs of our local community. By collaborating with schools, parish agencies, faith-based organizations, food pantries, and other partners, we bring health education directly to the places where people live, learn, work, and connect.

The Assumption Healthy Communities Coalition (AHCC) is a collaborative partnership of local organizations, agencies, and community members committed to improving the health and quality of life in Assumption Parish. The coalition works to identify local health needs and implement sustainable solutions through policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) changes. By bringing together diverse partners—including schools, healthcare providers, government agencies, and community groups—we promote initiatives that increase access to healthy foods, opportunities for physical activity, and overall community well-being. Through shared leadership and coordinated efforts, the coalition strives to create a healthier environment where all residents can thrive.

The coalition meets bimonthly, typically on the last Monday of the month with the exception of holidays, at 10AM. Meetings are held in-person, and a virtual option is available through Microsoft Teams.

2026 AHCC Meeting Dates

  • February 2
  • March 30
  • May 18
  • July 27
  • September 28
  • November 30

For more information regarding coalition meetings, reach out to Maria Gonzales at mgonzales@agcenter.lsu.edu or 985-369-6386.

June 2026

  • June 22 - Rouses Cooking Demonstration at Rouses Plattenville featuring Greek Feta Dip 11AM-1PM.
  • June 30 - Adult Healthy Eating Demonstration at Napoleonville Library featuring Blueberry Watermelon Salad at 11AM.

July 2026

  • July 7 - Little Bites featuring Bugs in the Kitchen at the Assumption LSU AgCenter Extension Office 9AM-12PM for youth grades 4th-6th.
  • July 9 - Adult Healthy Eating Demonstration at Pierre Part Library featuring Strawberry Salsa at 1PM.
  • July 15 - Rainbow Stew Story Time at Pierre Part Library at 1PM.
  • July 22 - Rainbow Stew Story Time at Napoleonville Library at 11AM.
  • July 28 - Rouses Cooking Demonstration at Rouses Plattenville featuring Watermelon and Cucumber Salad 11AM-1PM.

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