She received her Master’s degree from Grambling State University in 2004. She is no stranger to the area, having worked in Coushatta for nearly fifteen years. Lavora moved to Dallas briefly, but is very excited to return home to work at CHRISTUS Coushatta Rural Health Clinic. She and husband, Michael, have three sons and one daughter. Lavora enjoys reading, traveling, watching LSU and NFL football, and spending time with family and friends.