07/09/2025
Union General Rural Health Clinic Opening
Union General Hospital hosted a celebratory Ribbon Cutting and Open House on Tuesday afternoon to mark the official opening of the new Union General Rural Health Clinic, located at 1025 Marion Highway in Farmerville. The event brought together community leaders, healthcare advocates, local residents, and staff members for a meaningful ceremony that underscored the importance of
access to quality rural healthcare.
The program, hosted in collaboration with the Union Parish Chamber of Commerce, began at 4:00 PM with a warm welcome and introductions, followed by an invocation, remarks from local and state dignitaries, and a ceremonial ribbon cutting.
Dianne Davidson, CEO of Union General Hospital, offered heartfelt remarks celebrating the significance of the new clinic and those who made the project possible. “This clinic represents more than a new building. It reflects our ongoing mission to provide high quality, accessible healthcare right here in Union Parish, close to home, where it matters most,” Davidson shared during her speech.
She took a moment to recognize Evalyn Ormond, the former Union General CEO, who began the original clinic in 2001 and led with vision and love for the community. “Evalyn’s legacy is part of the very foundation we build on today,” Davidson said.
Chip Layton, Deputy Chief of Staff for Speaker Mike Johnson (LA-04), attended the ceremony on behalf of the Speaker and presented an official recognition to commemorate the opening of the new clinic, underscoring federal-level support for rural healthcare initiatives in North Louisiana.
The community was also honored with remarks from Mayor John Crow, Mayor of Farmerville, who spoke with pride about the partnership between the town and Union General Hospital and the impact of the new clinic on residents’ well-being.
Special recognition was also extended to:
• Senator Stewart Cathey and State Representative Chris Turner for their continued advocacy for rural healthcare
• USDA, with heartfelt appreciation to Katina Spencer and Matthew Seaton for their guidance and support
• Livingwell Foundation, and President & CEO Alice Prophit, for generous grant funding and continued support of mental health initiatives
• Union Parish Hospital Service District and the taxpayers of Union Parish for investing in the future of healthcare
• Mayor John Crow for his unwavering support of Union General Hospital
• Union Parish Chamber of Commerce for hosting the event
• Union General Hospital Board of Directors for their leadership and dedication
• The Clinic’s staff and Maintenance Department for their efforts in ensuring a smooth transition and successful setup
• Union General Administration staff, especially Claudia Wade, for grant management
Following the ceremony, guests toured the new facility, enjoyed refreshments, and had the opportunity to meet clinic providers and staff. The clinic will offer comprehensive primary care services for all ages and will play a pivotal role in the expansion of mental health
services in the region—made possible by recent funding from the Livingwell Foundation.
As Davidson concluded, “This clinic is more than bricks and mortar. It is a commitment to providing care, comfort, and hope to everyone who walks through its doors.”
Union General Hospital continues to expand its footprint in serving Union Parish with excellence, compassion, and a deep commitment to rural healthcare.