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Stimulus Dollars Making a Difference

"This time has probably been very difficult for a lot of the youth, especially in terms of mental health, and it’s great Lighthouse can help them, "a Lighthouse donor

New Analysis Reveals Economic & Community Benefits of Lighthouse’s Work

“For more than 50 years, Lighthouse has helped young people heal and achieve success. The research by the Economics Center is the first to show the far-reaching impact of our services on the economy and our community. The numbers quantify the substantial benefits of an investment in Lighthouse,” said Paul Haffner, President & CEO of Lighthouse Youth & Family Services.

Being a Foster Parent During A Pandemic

“The day the stay-at-home order was put in place was the day I got the girls.” A Lighthouse foster parent (much appreciated) and Foster Care & Adoption Director Mindy Arlotta share the ups and downs of foster families during the pandemic.

Thank You, Lighthouse!

Tamie Sullivan, volunteer and board member at Lighthouse Youth & Family Services, says THANK YOU! to the Lighthouse team for their continuing care of children, youth and families in need during the coronavirus pandemic.

Young People Creating Positive Futures

When he was 13 years old, Lexavier bounced from relatives’ houses to friends’ couches. He had no structure or stability. When he began living at the Lighthouse Youth Development Center (YDC), everything changed. YDC is a residential treatment home for boys. “Life was crazy and awful,” he says. “I didn’t have a home until I came to Lighthouse. It took me a while to understand they were there to help me.”