On Thursday, September 11th, J-HES provided a Miles for Smiles Mobile Dental Visit under the care of Dr. Amsale Derese, DDS. The Miles for Smiles Team of Shreveport was able to serve over twenty students. The visit included cleanings, x-rays, fluoride treatments, and fillings (as needed). Each student also received a Dental Report Card, including follow-up recommendations, and was able to return right back to class! The school will receive a School Dental Report Card in the coming weeks.

Special thanks to the Living Well Foundation (LWF) for making this possible. As previously published, JHES was awarded a competitive grant in the amount of $6,000 dollars.

The Living Well Foundation is a public non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the health, wellness, and quality of life in northeast Louisiana. Founded in 2006, the Living Well Foundation serves the residents of Caldwell, Franklin, Jackson, Lincoln, Morehouse, Ouachita, Richland, and Union Parishes.

For more information about the Foundation, visit www.livingwellfoundation.net.