Twelve Inmates Graduate from Addiction Recovery Program

St. Landry Parish jail program focuses on 12-step model and personal growth

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Twelve inmates from the St. Landry Parish jail in Louisiana have graduated from an inmate addiction recovery program. The program is based on the nationally recognized 12-Step Model and focuses on education, self-awareness, and personal growth to support sustained recovery. Sheriff Guidroz announced the successful completion of the second session of the program.

Why it matters

Providing rehabilitation opportunities for inmates struggling with addiction is an important step in supporting their long-term recovery and successful reintegration into the community. This program aims to equip inmates with the tools needed to overcome substance abuse issues.

The details

The addiction recovery program is a collaboration between the St. Landry Parish jail and the Woodlake Addiction Recovery Center. It is based on the 12-Step Model and emphasizes education, self-awareness, and personal growth. The program's continued success is attributed to funding through the Opioid Settlement Fund, inmate participation, and dedicated implementation by jail staff.

  • The first session of the program concluded successfully last year.
  • The second session of the program was completed this month.

The players

Sheriff Guidroz

The sheriff of St. Landry Parish who announced the successful completion of the second session of the inmate addiction recovery program.

Woodlake Addiction Recovery Center

The organization that is collaborating with the St. Landry Parish jail to implement the inmate addiction recovery program.

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What they’re saying

“We have taken this time-proven methodology and applied it to our inmate population, with significant success.”

— Sheriff Guidroz (klfy.com)

“This program is based on the '12-Step Model,' emphasizing education, self-awareness and personal growth toward sustained recovery.”

— Sheriff Guidroz (klfy.com)

What’s next

The St. Landry Parish jail plans to continue offering the addiction recovery program to inmates, with the goal of providing more rehabilitation opportunities and supporting long-term recovery.

The takeaway

The successful implementation of the inmate addiction recovery program in St. Landry Parish highlights the importance of providing rehabilitation services to incarcerated individuals struggling with substance abuse. By equipping inmates with the tools and support they need, the program aims to foster long-term recovery and successful reintegration into the community.