LADD Christmas Party held last week

Four LADD clients were recognized for exemplary service during the COVID-19 pandemic during the LADD Christmas Party held at the LaSalle Parish Library Wednesday, December 15. Shown above from left, LADD Lead Supervisor Donna Wright honored Morgan Scarborough, Jason Hamilton, Cody McGuffee, and Wesley Cox. (See story.)

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December 21, 2021

The LADD Center of Jena held its Christmas Party last Wednesday at the LaSalle Parish Library to the delight of all clients and guests attending. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic last year, the annual party was not held.

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