Who We Are
Community Healthcare Education Network, or CHEN, is a volunteer-led nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting healthcare professionals throughout Northwest Louisiana. We bring together professionals from across the healthcare community to learn, connect, share resources, and strengthen the services available to those we serve.
What We Do
CHEN creates opportunities for healthcare professionals to grow and connect through continuing education events, networking opportunities, monthly meetings, community outreach, and access to valuable healthcare resources. We also invest in the future of healthcare by awarding scholarships to students pursuing healthcare-related education.
How We Help
We serve as a bridge between healthcare professionals, organizations, students, and community resources. Through education, scholarships, collaboration, and meaningful professional connections, CHEN works to strengthen our healthcare community today while supporting the professionals of tomorrow.
Leadership
Our board
The CHEN Board consists of voluntary positions. We are proud to have the opportunity to serve the membership and the community.
2026 Officers
- President Lacey Ates (Professional Sitter Services)
- Vice President Madison Edwards (Shreveport Rehabilitation Hospital)
- Secretary Rebecca Burdette (Old Brownlee Community Care Center)
- Treasurer Sara Margaret Humphrey (Hand in Hand Hospice)
- Parliamentarian LaToya Washington (Booker T. Washington Nursing Home and Rehabilitation)
CHEN By-Laws
Read the by-laws that guide the Community Healthcare Education Network.
Ready to get involved?
Join us, earn continuing education credit, or apply for the nursing scholarship.