Laraway Youth and Family Services

Serving Children is What We Do

We provide opportunities for children and families to discover their strengths while supporting them to grow and contribute within our communities.

THE CHALLENGE

For many children, the path to adulthood isn’t easy. More than 435,000 children are currently growing up in foster homes; 120,000 have been permanently separated from their parents and are waiting for adoption; 20,000 will turn 18 and “age out” without family support. We have a responsibility to do better. Preserving and strengthening families can allow children to grow up safely in their own homes without the trauma of family separation, and effective services can be the bridge to adulthood for young people who leave foster care alone.

THE CHALLENGE

For many children, the path to adulthood isn’t easy. More than 435,000 children are currently growing up in foster homes; 120,000 have been permanently separated from their parents and are waiting for adoption; 20,000 will turn 18 and “age out” without family support. We have a responsibility to do better. Preserving and strengthening families can allow children to grow up safely in their own homes without the trauma of family separation, and effective services can be the bridge to adulthood for young people who leave foster care alone.

OUR APPROACH

Decades of experience and research have taught us this: a family does a better job raising a child than the state. We provide and advocate for innovative, evidence-based, family-focused services designed to bring help and hope to children and their families and proven benefits for young adults turning 18 in foster care.

1 in 20 children and youth in the U.S. are in state foster care systems. 120,000+ are waiting for a new family through adoption.
Roasting a Marshmallow at Laraway

OUR APPROACH

Decades of experience and research have taught us this: a family does a better job raising a child than the state. We provide and advocate for innovative, evidence-based, family-focused services designed to bring help and hope to children and their families and proven benefits for young adults turning 18 in foster care.

1 in 20 children and youth in the U.S. are in state foster care systems. 120,000+ are waiting for a new family through adoption.
Students at a Laraway Table with their Books and Pencils

OUR PROGRAMS

Laraway School Program

Therapeutic Foster Care and Residential Service Program

BackPack Program

OUR PROGRAMS

Laraway School Program

Therapeutic Foster Care and Residential Service Program

BackPack Program

OUR IMPACT

With the support from partnerships, organizations, and agencies around the beautiful state of Vermont, we are changing the lives of children, families, and young people. Our services and programs continue to impact our communities and state positively!

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youth we serve

Laraway County Map

OUR IMPACT

With the support from partnerships, organizations, and agencies around the beautiful state of Vermont, we are changing the lives of children, families, and young people. Our services and programs continue to impact our communities and state positively!

counties we serve

youth we serve

Laraway County Map

OUR IMPACT

With the support from partnerships, organizations, and agencies around the beautiful state of Vermont, we are changing the lives of children, families, and young people. Our services and programs continue to impact our communities and state positively!

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A Message from the Director, David McAllister
A Message from the Director, David McAllister

DAVID MCALLISTER

MSOL, MBA – Executive Director/CEO

Richard Branson said, “There is no greater thing you can do with your life and your work than follow your passions in a way that serves the world.” For the past 50 years, the dedicated staff members at Laraway Youth & Family Services have been doing just that. Our team is committed to supporting children and adolescents through their personal journey of healing, recovery, and personal growth.

WAYS YOU CAN HELP...

Donate to Laraway

Consider making a donation to our Youth Crisis Fund. The Crisis Fund allows us to address critical needs not covered by traditional funding.

Foster a Child

Considering opening your home and your heart? Doing so could truly change the life of a child. Learn more about Foster and Respite Care.

Donate a Gift

Please consider donating one or more of the items on Laraway’s wish-list. New or gently used items to support our programs are accepted.

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FROM FINDING HIS PASSION TO HELPING OTHERS

A Laraway Teacher finds a way to give back and connect with students.

Click below for details on James’ journey to Laraway.

FROM FINDING HIS PASSION TO HELPING OTHERS

A Laraway Teacher finds a way to give back and connect with students.

Click below for details on James’ journey to Laraway.

James' Journey to Laraway

FROM FINDING HIS PASSION TO HELPING OTHERS

A Laraway Teacher finds a way to give back and connect with students.

Click below for details on James’ journey to Laraway.

115 Youths, 150 Faculty, 3 Programs, 50 Years
Vermont Locations: Johnson (2), Morrisville, and Montpelier
Vermont Locations: Johnson (2), Morrisville, and Montpelier

CAREERS THAT CHANGE LIVES

At Laraway, you are not just an employee, you are part of our community.