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Lakemary Center

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Lakemary Center: Company Research Report





Company Overview



  • Name of the Company: Lakemary Center

  • Mission: Empowering children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to achieve their individual potential.

  • Founding Year and Founders: Founded in 1969 by the Ursuline Sisters of Paola, KS.

  • Key People:

  • New CEO: Teddi Hernandez, effective November 1, 2024.

  • President/CEO: Kirk Davis (As of 2023).

  • Vice President of Children’s Services: Jean Hoyt, LSCSW, RPT-S.

  • Principal: Troy Collier, M.Ed. Leadership.

  • Headquarters: Main campus in Paola, KS; Johnson County headquarters for adult programs and services.

  • Number of Employees: 422 employees.

  • Revenue: No information is available.

  • Company’s Recognition: Known for providing individualized services for children and adults with autism spectrum disorder and other intellectual/developmental differences.


Products and Services



Products/Services Offered:


1. K-12 School:
  • Accredited school designed for children with special needs.

  • Individualized services to meet students' needs in a low-density classroom setting.


2. Children Services:
  • Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF): Offers individual, family, and group therapy with psychiatric assessment and medication management.

  • Case Management: Development of person-centered plans, advocacy, and monitoring.

  • Outpatient Therapy: Managed continuum of care and comprehensive support.


3. Adult Services:
  • Residential Living: Supports living situations for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

  • Day Services: Employment opportunities.

  • Outpatient Therapy: Continuum of care and support system.

  • Community Employment: Connecting job seekers with opportunities.


4. Business Solutions:
  • E-Recycling, Packaging and Assembly, Shredding, and Work Teams: Providing value-add business solutions.


5. AIM Post Graduate Program:
  • A transition program preparing young adults with special needs for community living, emphasizing vocational and independent living skills.


Recent Developments



Innovations and Initiatives:


  • Appointment of Teddi Hernandez as CEO: Effective November 1, 2024, aiming to bring innovative approaches honed from her diverse and expansive career background.

  • Ursuline Legacy Park: Coming soon in Spring 2025 to honor the Ursuline Sisters of Paola.


New Products/Services:


  • No new product launches.


Enhancements:


  • Continuous strategic planning by the Executive Team and Board of Directors to ensure the growth and improved quality of care services.


Partnerships and Collaborations:


  • Community employment initiative connecting job seekers and companies for mutual benefit.


Historical Highlights



  • 1969: Establishment by the Ursuline Sisters leading to the creation of a facility on donated land.

  • 1970's: Official opening and establishment as a school for children with special needs.

  • 1980's: Launch of Adult Services and accreditation by CARF.

  • 1990's to 2000's: Numerous accreditations and introductions of new services like Dual-Diagnosis services and Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility.

  • 2019: Celebrated 50th Anniversary, marking significant growth and community impact over five decades.


Impact and Reach



  • Students and Programs: Lakemary has served students from 24 states, supporting over 450 children and adults annually.

  • National Recognition: Known for its nationally recognized programs and services that impact lives across the United States.




This report serves to highlight the comprehensive services and strategic direction of Lakemary Center while showcasing its commitment to serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities with unwavering dedication and innovative leadership.