Cedar Lake Bourbon Raffle Kicks Off
Cedar Lake is proud to announce the launch of its highly anticipated Cedar Lake Bourbon Raffle, opening October 11 and running through December 14, 2025. Every ticket purchased supports Cedar Lake’s programs and services, which include housing, healthcare, and enrichment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. For 55 years, Cedar Lake has been … Continue reading “Cedar Lake Bourbon Raffle Kicks Off”
Cedar Lake Welcomes Mary Allen to Leadership Role
Mary Allen joins Cedar Lake Residences as the Executive Director with more than 15 years of experience in leadership, compliance, and service coordination within the intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) field. A graduate of Indiana State University, Mary has built her career on advancing person-centered services and improving quality of care for individuals with disabilities. … Continue reading “Cedar Lake Welcomes Mary Allen to Leadership Role”
Finding Purpose in the Present: Bella Jeffrey’s Journey to Cedar Lake
When Bella Jeffrey packed up her life in Houston, Texas, and moved to Kentucky in February 2021, it wasn’t for a fresh start or a family relocation—it was for a calling. She had found a job posting at Cedar Lake Lodge supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and something about it felt right. “As … Continue reading “Finding Purpose in the Present: Bella Jeffrey’s Journey to Cedar Lake”
Cedar Lake Park Place Achieves Deficiency-Free Survey for Second Consecutive Year
Cedar Lake Park Place in New Castle is celebrating an outstanding accomplishment: achieving a deficiency-free survey for the second year in a row. This achievement reflects the dedication, professionalism, and compassion of the staff who go above and beyond to provide high-quality care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Opened in October 2010, Park … Continue reading “Cedar Lake Park Place Achieves Deficiency-Free Survey for Second Consecutive Year”
Volunteer at the Cedar Lake Stroll: A Fall Walk for All Abilities
The Cedar Lake Foundation is excited to host the inaugural Cedar Lake Stroll on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Cedar Lake Lodge, 3301 Jericho Road, La Grange, starting at 10:00 a.m. This free, all-abilities walk is a celebration of community, inclusion, and support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Donations will be accepted at … Continue reading “Volunteer at the Cedar Lake Stroll: A Fall Walk for All Abilities”
Cedar Lake Celebrates New Accessible Lake Path and Deck
On September 16, Cedar Lake proudly celebrated the ribbon-cutting of its new accessible path and lake deck overlook. This project presented an exciting opportunity for Cedar Lake to utilize the body of water on site, which is named after the organization. We would like to thank the Oldham County Chamber of Commerce for joining us … Continue reading “Cedar Lake Celebrates New Accessible Lake Path and Deck”
Caring, Creative and Faithful: A Portrait of Melanie
For more than a decade, Melanie called Cedar Lake residences her home (2007–2019). Today, she lives in an assisted living facility where she receives support with meals and medication. However, Cedar Lake continues to play an important role in her life, providing homemaking support at least twice a week in areas like cleaning, ordering necessities, … Continue reading “Caring, Creative and Faithful: A Portrait of Melanie”
Cedar Lake Path Ribbon Cutting Sept. 16
A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held on Tuesday, September 16 at 10 a.m. at Cedar Lake Lodge, 3301 Jericho Road, La Grange. When Cedar Lake was founded in 1970, it was named after the body of water on its property. Now, more than 50 years later, individuals supported at Cedar Lake Lodge will have a … Continue reading “Cedar Lake Path Ribbon Cutting Sept. 16”
Fifteen Years of Heart: Debbie’s Journey at Cedar Lake Lodge
For Debbie Jackson, being a Direct Support Professional (DSP) at Cedar Lake isn’t just a job—it’s a calling, a joy, and a second family. For the past 15 years, Debbie has brought a dedication to the individuals she supports, making life a little easier, a little brighter, and a lot more joyful for everyone around … Continue reading “Fifteen Years of Heart: Debbie’s Journey at Cedar Lake Lodge”
More Than a Calling: Kasey Koontz at Cedar Lake Lodge
For Kasey Koontz, Cedar Lake Lodge is more than a workplace — it’s a calling. Since joining the organization in December 2019, Kasey has become a cornerstone of the Direct Support Professional (DSP) department, steadily growing into her current role as Assistant Director. Her journey, marked by compassion, and connection, reflects the heart of Cedar … Continue reading “More Than a Calling: Kasey Koontz at Cedar Lake Lodge”
Tips For Fundraising for the Cedar Lake Stroll
The first-ever Cedar Lake Stroll is more than just a walk—it’s a powerful opportunity to come together in support of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Set for Saturday, October 11, 2025, at the scenic Cedar Lake Lodge campus in LaGrange, this all-abilities event invites participants to stroll, celebrate, and give back in a meaningful … Continue reading “Tips For Fundraising for the Cedar Lake Stroll”
A Legacy of Love & Support
For Bill and Mary Jane Roby, supporting Cedar Lake is deeply personal. Mary Jane’s sister, Barbara Ann, has been part of the Cedar Lake community for 15 years, living in a supportive residential home with 24-hour care. Now 63, Barbara Ann lives a full and joyful life—spending her days engaged with friends at Down Syndrome … Continue reading “A Legacy of Love & Support”
