04/01/2026
Small Town, Big Care: The People Behind the Care
Laura Roberts | Cook
For Laura Roberts, caring for patients means helping provide one of the most basic and meaningful parts of healing: a good meal prepared with care.
As a Cook at Acadia St. Landry Hospital, Laura helps prepare food for patients based on their dietary needs while supporting the daily work of the Dietary Department. She takes pride in knowing that even behind the scenes, her role matters—and that the meals she helps prepare can be part of a patient’s comfort and recovery.
That sense of purpose is backed by a strong work ethic Laura has carried with her from the very beginning. Her first job was at Popeyes, where she learned responsibility, teamwork, and how to work in a fast-paced environment. It was an early lesson in staying on task, working with others, and showing up ready to do the job well—qualities that still shape the way she works today.
Outside of work, Laura’s greatest joy is her family. She enjoys spending time with her children and grandchildren, gathering for family cookouts, and staying connected with the people she loves most. In quieter moments, she enjoys listening to music as a way to relax and recharge.
If Laura had taken a different path, she says she still would have found her way to the kitchen. Cooking and baking are things she has always enjoyed, especially when it comes to preparing meals for family and loved ones. That love of food, service, and caring for others is clearly woven through both her personal life and her work.
The advice that has stayed with her over time is simple but meaningful: do not be afraid to ask questions, and never stop learning. It is a mindset she says helped her grow more confident on the job, especially in new roles. It is also the same encouragement she would pass on to someone just starting in healthcare: be patient, stay willing to learn, and remain compassionate and reliable with both patients and coworkers. Every day is a chance to grow.
If she could choose any superpower, Laura says it would be the ability to heal others—a thoughtful answer that speaks to the caring spirit behind her work.
Laura Roberts reminds us that care is often found in the steady, behind-the-scenes work that helps patients feel supported and nourished.
At Acadia St. Landry Hospital, Small Town, Big Care always starts with people like her.
