April 18, 2023

A Breath of Fresh Air

Being outdoors has so many benefits for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Read about how you or your loved one can incorporate the outdoors in your weekly schedule. Read More

Person with IDD is serving patrons at cafe

February 22, 2023

Employment Advice for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Tips for finding the right employment fit for people with disabilities. Read More

Sandi Gerdes and Joe Mazan of KSTP News

February 15, 2023

LBSA Featured on KSTP News

LBSA Featured on KSTP News On Monday, February 13, KSTP-TV’s Joe Mazan introduced viewers to the incredible Laura Baker on the So Minnesota segment. See how the vision of one woman at the end of the 19th century lives on today at LBSA. Watch the Segment… Read More

multi-colored chalk lettering on sidewalk that spells Hope

February 14, 2023

The Path Forward

The Path Forward Finding Hope was the theme for the 2022 Gala and going forward in 2023. It’s also my personal goal this year. I recently had a conversation with someone, and they asked me how do I know if I’m finding hope? What does it mean for my physical… Read More

LBSA Gala attendees

February 13, 2023

Gala Raises Over $305,000!

2022 Gala Raises Over $305,000! On Saturday, December 3, we held our 27th Annual Gala at Carleton College. 2022 was a special year as LBSA celebrated 125 years of service! Read More

family-plays-game-outside

February 3, 2023

Respite Care: Recharge and Refresh

Respite care provides important time for caregivers to refresh and recharge. We've outlined important things to consider when seeking respite care. Read More

Store employee using tablet

January 12, 2023

LBSA Partners with the Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) to Help Individuals with IDD Find Employment

We became a Community Partner with MN DEED Vocational Rehabilitation Services. This partnership will focus on helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities create a path to meaningful employment. Read More

Brittani award

January 11, 2023

Britani Christensen wins 2023 Gary Martin Memorial Scholarship

Congratulations Britani! Britani Christensen was recently awarded a $1,000 Gary Martin Memorial Scholarship. Britani is LBSA’s Payroll Manager/HR specialist. In addition to working full-time at LBSA, Britani is working on her Associates of Applied Science degree with a Human Resources certificate from Rasmussen University. Once she obtains her A.A. degree… Read More

LBSA client at music therapy

December 1, 2022

Music Therapy is More Than Just Fun

Music therapy is more than just fun; it has the power to heal and strengthen! This is especially true for people with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Read More

lbsa client and supporter at 2022 flannel gala

November 7, 2022

Finding Hope

Finding hope, finding the light, can seem more and more difficult in these crazy times. Community support, families who tell their stories and the good they see remind us that the work we do is life-giving, and that the people we work with deserve to be moved from society’s margins to receive the support they need and deserve. Read More