Guiding Growth
Our trauma-informed and evidence-based practices cultivate healing and hope for more than 1,100 youth and their families each year.
Most youth who engage with services at Lad Lake have experienced multiple, interrelated traumas which have impacted their overall well-being. Because each child is unique, we take an individualized approach to help understand his or her journey including their strengths which helps build a customized, integrated plan utilizing our continuum of care and community partners.
We believe that all children should have the supports they need to succeed in school and life. But for some, family instability, addiction, inadequate resources and trauma challenge that support.
Lad Lake has helped thousands of young people move steadily toward lives of health, safety, opportunity and self-reliance despite challenging personal histories. See how we have been building brighter futures in our Impact Report.
Making a Difference
81% of the youth in our care become self-sufficient in maintaining and improving their physical and mental health.
91% of the youth in our care report they feel more hopeful about the future
95% of Lad Lake youth are living in a safe, stable and supportive environment after completing our programs
Focus Areas
In a trauma-sensitive environment, Lad Lake helps youth dealing with abuse, addiction, aging out of foster care and/or struggling with their mental health.
Services
For our youth, Lad Lake provides safety, individualized therapy, and skill-building for independence through education, residential services and more.
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When you give to Lad Lake, you not only address the needs vulnerable youth and teens, you also invest in addressing some of our community’s most challenging problems today.
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Paint for Peace - Denim Day
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Last week, our team had the opportunity to attend the 70th Annual ACRC Conference in Chicago, an inspiring space filled with connection, learning, and shared purpose. Attendees brought back new ideas and renewed energy to strengthen the work we do every day. A special congratulations to our Assistant Director of Therapeutic Milieu, Romero Ference, who was honored with the Albert E. Treischman Award for his lifelong dedication to youth work. His commitment reflects the heart of Lad Lake. We also celebrate our President, Donelle Hauser, on her appointment as Board President of ACRC. Her leadership continues to elevate Lad Lake’s
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Happy World Social Work Day 🌍 At Lad Lake, social work is woven into the very fabric of the work we do every day. Even if a team member doesn't carry the degree, or title of social worker, the truth is that we are all social workers at heart. From treatment techs and educators to therapists, support staff, and program leaders, every person plays a role in helping young people navigate challenges, build resilience, and move toward brighter futures. We advocate, listen, guide, and stand beside youth as they work toward healing and growth. Today, we celebrate the compassion, dedication,
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✨ Time is Running Out to Paint for Peace! ✨ The countdown is on! 🎨 Registration is open and spaces are filling fast... Join us for an inspiring event where creativity becomes a voice for healing, hope, and community. Every brushstroke supports the young people at Lad Lake as they work toward brighter futures. 🧡 Gather your friends 💚 Create something meaningful 🎨 Be part of a night that turns art into impact Don’t wait—secure your spot before it’s gone! #Paint4Peace #LadLake #ArtForImpact #CommunityHealing #SupportYouth