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

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Family Support

Family support and resources

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Creative Arts

Music, visual and performing arts

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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: Sarah

Sarah is full of surprises. She’s an example of someone who isn’t defined by the label she’s been given.

meet: Lynn

Lynn appears more peaceful and content than ever. She is in a place she loves – her home with her housemates.”

Megan receiving spirit award from Sandi Gerdes

meet: Megan

According to Qualified Developmental Disability Professional (QDDP) Megan Olson, the way clients are accepted in the community is one of her favorite things about working at Laura Baker Services Association (LBSA).

meet: Steve

Steve Brockton grew up in Northfield and first became familiar with LBSA as a child. His Aunt Margaret worked here, and he would often accompany her to LBSA events.

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