A Life Worth Living

Offering person-centered care, support and programming with the core belief that all people need to live their own, best lives. To help them get there, we provide individualized care plans that emphasize continuous learning and growth based on each person’s wants, needs and dreams.

Our Mission is to respect the life choices and dreams of people with developmental disabilities and help them reach their goals.

Living and Support

Living options and services

Family Support

Family support and resources

Creative Arts

Music, visual and performing arts

How Can We Help?

Our staff members are highly experienced in navigating the disability services system and helping clients and their families access the services they need. Give us a call and we can get started.

Tim Hawley

Director of Community Services

(507) 645-8866, ext. 103

tim.hawley@laurabaker.org

Nicole Laudont

Director of Oak Street Services

(507) 645-8866, ext. 109

nicole@laurabaker.org

Our Community

Our community is extraordinary … rich with musicians, cooking enthusiasts, passionate volunteers, curious learners, dedicated employees and so many more. Inspirational stories of our community members abound.

meet: Amairani &
Joseph

Even though Amairani and Joseph are new to their roles and the work is often challenging and complex, they both agree that the work is rewarding.

meet: David

David enjoys people. He is fun and curious – and after spending a minute or two with him, you’ll be answering questions and smiling.

meet: Holly

Holly Ciffra, LBSA’s In-Home Services Director says, “You only get one life, so why not enjoy it?” Easier said than done during a global pandemic.

meet: Doug

It’s possible you already know Doug. He has been an active part of this community for almost 90 years, and he has nearly as many interests as he has friends.

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