A Life Worth Living

We're a disability services provider dedicated to bringing the power of possibility to people with special needs through educational programming, innovative housing services and powerful advocacy.

Events

LBSA's Flannel Gala

Armory Square Event Center

September 18, 5 to 8 pm

Sep

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News

When the System Fails: The Consequences of Ignoring Behavioral Health in IDD

Jul 3, 2025

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Blogs

Together We Can

Mar 4, 2025

By Sandi Gerdes

Executive Director

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Our Community

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

meet: Julie

Beneath Julie’s soft-spoken demeanor lies a passionate advocate. It would be impossible to calculate the value of her work.

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: Abby

“I’m hesitant to call it volunteering.” For Abby Grismer, volunteer work is not work. It is something she loves to do.

meet: Wendell

Wendell Arneson knew from the age of six that he wanted to be an artist. So, it’s no surprise that LBSA and the local award-winning artist eventually found each other.

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