Inmates Graduate from Opioid Program

12 inmates complete addiction recovery program in St. Landry Parish, Louisiana

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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A dozen inmates have graduated from the St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office Opioid Program, an addiction recovery initiative launched last year in partnership with Woodlake Addiction Recovery Center. Sheriff Bobby J. Guidroz praised the successful completion of the program's second session, with participants receiving certificates for their commitment to the recovery process.

Why it matters

The opioid epidemic has devastated many communities, with incarcerated individuals often struggling with substance abuse issues. Programs like this one aim to provide inmates with the tools and support they need to overcome addiction and reduce recidivism rates.

The details

The St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office Opioid Program was launched in 2025 in collaboration with Woodlake Addiction Recovery Center. The 12-week program provides inmates with comprehensive addiction treatment, counseling, and life skills training to help them achieve long-term recovery and successful reintegration into their communities upon release.

  • The program's first session concluded in 2025.
  • The second session, which saw 12 inmates graduate, wrapped up in February 2026.

The players

Bobby J. Guidroz

The Sheriff of St. Landry Parish, Louisiana, who oversees the Opioid Program.

Woodlake Addiction Recovery Center

A local addiction treatment facility that partnered with the St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office to provide the programming for the Opioid Program.

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What they’re saying

“We initiated this program in conjunction with Woodlake Addiction Recovery Center last year, to a successful conclusion. The 2nd session has met with equal success, with twelve inmates graduating and obtaining certificates for their sincere and heart-felt commitment to the recovery process.”

— Bobby J. Guidroz, Sheriff, St. Landry Parish (eunicetoday.com)

The takeaway

Programs like the St. Landry Parish Opioid Program demonstrate the potential for rehabilitation and recovery among incarcerated individuals struggling with substance abuse. By providing comprehensive addiction treatment and support, these initiatives can help break the cycle of recidivism and empower inmates to rebuild their lives upon release.