Although Lara's House is a small independent home serving just a few young women, it is our desire to share the kind of love and support given to them with as many other persons with special needs as possible.  We are able to do that through a partnership with the Lara Foundation.  

The Lara Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit organization established in November 2008 for the purpose of providing services that support the physical, emotional and spiritual health of persons with special needs, as well as their families, caregivers, and community.  

The long term goal of the foundation is to create a MULTI-GENERATIONAL SERVICE AND SUPPORT CENTER that provides:

 

When fully operational, the center will positively impact hundreds of individuals and families in the Phoenix area and beyond. 

At this time, foundation offices are located in a separate wing of Lara's House.  Through events, training, support groups, resources and other activities, the Lara Foundation provides support to caregivers, family members and persons with special needs, both at Lara's House and in the surrounding communities.  

To donate to the Lara Foundation or to contact us, click here.

A community and world where individuals with special needs receive the care, support, healing and love they need to live their lives to the fullest. 

We are here to support the physical, emotional and spiritual health of individuals with special needs, their families, caregivers and community, by providing 1.) quality caregiving, 2.) education and training, and 3.) encouragement and resources, in an environment of love, healing, acceptance, compassion, and respect.

Every individual, regardless of age, ability or position, has inherent worth and beauty and deserves to be treated with kindness, compassion, dignity and unconditional acceptance and love.

We believe in the power of love.  We strive to be a shining example of the fundamental spiritual law to Love One Another. 

What every person needs, more than anything else, is to feel loved and accepted, just as they are.

Life is sacred and interconnected  - our choices affect our own lives, the lives of those around us, and the world.  We are responsible for caring for each other and our world. 

Providing service is our primary purpose; all decisions are based on how we can best serve.  Our services enhance the quality of life of individuals and families through quality care giving, support, health and education. 

Sharing information and resources, and providing encouragement and inspiration, empowers those we serve to improve the quality of their lives through enhanced personal happiness, growth and fulfillment

We employ only those persons who share the primary value of universal human dignity, and who show personal dedication to providing loving service.  Our staff in turn is supported through a positive work environment, useful and valuable training, and excellent pay.

All those involved with the Lara Foundation – individuals served, family members, caregivers, staff, volunteers, supporters and the community - are treated with dignity and compassion. 

Policies and procedures reflect our mission and values.  Input is always sought from those closest to and most impacted by a decision.

Service performed is of the highest quality, and procedures are in place to ensure continuous evaluation and improvement.

The physical environment reflects order, beauty, cleanliness, serenity, good health and respect for our natural environment. Our building and grounds are “green” whenever possible. 

We strive to provide a unique and exemplary model of care and service, to be involved with and support our local and global community, to provide many services at no charge or at reduced cost, and to provide financial help to clients in need.  

The Lara Foundation serves persons with special needs and their families regardless of race, gender, creed or religious preference. 

The Lara Foundation welcomes persons of all spiritual preferences, and seeks to help people of all faiths apply positive spiritual principles in their daily lives. Our policies are guided by a belief in the power of love.  We strive to be a shining example of the fundamental spiritual law to Love One Another.

We believe in being open to all healing modalities, and offer alternative healing information and practices to work in conjunction with traditional medical care.