RACELAND
Raceland Clinic
102 Twin Oaks Drive
Raceland, LA 70394
985-537-4000
Family Doctor Clinic of Mathews
111 Acadia Drive
Raceland, LA 70394
985-537-7575
Meet the CIS Raceland/FDC Team
About Raceland
Raceland is located in Lafourche Parish, along the historical Bayou Lafourche. Lafourche Parish is home to the sugar cane, fishing and seafood industries. With a total population of 10,224, Raceland is known for its breathtaking scenery and family oriented atmosphere. From Cajun food and dancing to plantations and swamp tours, the Raceland region adds plenty to Louisiana's rich Cajun culture.
Education
Public and Private Schools
With a total of six schools located in Raceland, students benefit from individual attention and various educational resources. The Raceland educational structure consists of two public elementary schools along with two private elementary schools and one junior high school and high school. Central Lafourche High School is located in the heart of Raceland and prides itself on providing a great learning environment for its students, as well as providing opportunities through athletics and extracurricular activities.
Higher Education
Just fourteen miles north of Raceland is Nicholls State University. Nicholls is a selective admissions institution that provides solid academic programs in the fields of art, science, business administration, education, nursing, allied health, culinary and graduate studies. The university's strong general education requirements allow students to enhance their knowledge and exercise strong leadership.
Healthcare
Ochsner St. Anne General Hospital opened its doors in 1967 to the Raceland community. It is a not-for-profit acute care facility with a total of 60 beds, which provides a growing range of high quality, cost effective emergency services, medical services, surgical care, obstetric, skilled nursing, home health care, and behavioral health services. With a service population ranging from pediatrics to adults and the geriatric population, patients are supplied with a skilled medical staff representing multiple medical professions.
Recreation & Leisure
The Raceland Community Center offers many recreational activities including a walking track and soccer and football fields. The center provides fun and entertainment for the whole family.
Sugarland Country Club is a popular golf course located in Raceland. It is known for having a flat course, numerous trees lining its fairway, and beautiful ponds. The club also allows non-members to golf at any time.
The First American Casualty of World War II Memorial is located at the Lafourche Visitor Welcome Center in Raceland. This memorial honors Freddie John Falgoust, a native of Raceland, who was the first casualty of World War II. A splendid display of this historic event, along with many of Freddie and his family's personal pictures can be viewed at the center.
Raceland is the perfect place for a scenic bayou drive along beautiful Bayou Lafourche. Shrimp boats, tug boats and other sea vessels can be seen drifting along the bayou waters through fishing communities. Roadside produce stands, bird watching, historic churches and seafood and Cajun restaurants can all be observed along the route.
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