See a side of living and working at Lambs Farm
Lambs Farm — Where People Grow.
That's the first sign you see as you arrive at the community in Libertyville that creates living and working opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Founded in 1961 by Bob Terese and Corinne Owen, it is home to 175 adults over the age of 21 and is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.
“It's a place that cares for men and women with developmental disabilities through vocational, residential, recreational and social programming,” explained communications coordinator Jackie Rachev. “But it's a place where people can bring their children to pet goats and horses in the farmyard, visit our businesses and really learn and interact with the men and women that we care for. And learn how to open their heart for the people with developmental disabilities.”
Resident Ellyn Burns has lived in the residences at Lambs Farm for over 10 years. She is completely independent and is responsible for her own meals and the upkeep of her own apartment.
“They have fun things going on here. I really like my friends and I like to hangout with them. A friend is a friend forever. I am independent and I make my own meals. If I wasn't here I would be on a park bench.”
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