OutReach Center

In the ever-changing world of health care, Terrebonne General Medical Center (TGMC) recognizes the need to provide health and wellness information to the community it serves. As a nationally recognized health care leader, TGMC accomplished this by opening the OutReach Center located in the Southland Mall in June 1993. The mission of the Center is to offer programs that meet many of the most prominent health concerns of this area and are based on the Leading Health Indicators identified in the federal government’s Healthy People 2010.

Throughout the year, the OutReach Center conducts various programs, support groups and screenings that are offered to the community at no charge or for a minimal fee. The Center shares resources with other public and private service agencies, which are made available to the community. A calendar of events is mailed out on a monthly basis. If you would like to be added to the mail distribution or would like further information, please call the OutReach Center at (985) 876-7577.

Programs & Services

Programs, screenings and support groups at the OutReach Center vary throughout the year. Please refer to the calendar of events for the latest dates and times or call the Center for more information.

Parenting Classes:

• Mommy and Me–A monthly class designed to offer mother-to-mother support in a fun and positive environment.
• CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder)–A monthly support group for families of children and adults with attention deficit disorder.
• ESP (Especially for Special Parents)–A monthly parenting series for parents of children ages 5-17 years.

• Mall Walkers Club–The club is designed to promote exercising through walking in the Southland Mall. Club members record the laps walked to the OutReach Center staff, who in turn convert the laps to miles for the members.
• Flu Shots are provided during the winter months for a minimal fee and based on availability.
• Educational programs–conducted by members of the TGMC medical staff, employees of the hospital and community advocates to provide helpful information on a variety of topics such as heart disease, neurological conditions and disorders, weight management, wellness topics and healthy lifestyle tips. Smoking Cessation classes are offered to provide assistance for those trying to quit smoking.
• CPR training classes are available throughoutthe year. Children and teen programs are conducted on a variety of topics such as: fingerprinting classes, basic and advanced babysitting, nutrition, self-esteem, character building, the adolescent years and safety tips.

Various screenings are conducted monthly and are by appointment only. You must be over the age 18 and there is a minimal fee for some of the services. References will be available for those who need it based on the result of the screening.

Screenings available: Diabetes, Cholesterol, Blood Pressure, Stroke, Glaucoma, Skin Cancer, Asthma and Alcohol

• The Center offers a variety of support groups and programs for seniors. Programs and topics vary each month.
• SHIIP–Senior Health Insurance InformationProgram Identity theft, crime and fraud prevention Nutrition and healthy lifestyle tips
• Living with arthritis
• How to select a home health agency

Support groups are a wonderful way to network and meet new people in similar situations that affect your life. TGMC offers a wide variety of support groups that meet either monthly or quarterly.

• Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group
• Diabetes Support Group
• Bosom Buddies–A support group for breast cancer survivors.
• Resolve Through Sharing–For families who have lost a child before or immediately after birth.
• Look Good Feel Better–Makeovers for cancer patients by licensed cosmetologists.
• Multiple Sclerosis Support Group
• Kidney Options–An educational class for persons facing dialysis or possible transplant.

OutReach Center Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The Mall Walkers Club Hours:
Monday - Saturday 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Registration is requested for all programs. To register, request a calendar of events or for more information, please call the OutReach Center at (985) 876-7577.