Joan’s Story
Joan began at Laradon in 1984 after graduating high school from the Colorado School For The Deaf and Blind in Colorado Springs. Joan is deaf with a history of epilepsy
Katie’s Story
Although Katie Romero wasn’t here for Laradon’s entire 70 years of existence of course, she does remember other big milestones. Katie was there for Laradon’s 50th anniversary gala and she
Mary’s Story
For Mary Thompson, one of Laradon’s best assets is the belief that nothing is impossible, everyone has strengths and everyone can learn. It’s this principle that, she believes, has helped
Dennis’s Story
Dennis started at Laradon when he was just 9 years old in 1972. Shortly after starting the school program, his mother asked if he’d like to live on campus as
Isaiah’s Story
For 70 years, Laradon has been providing opportunities for individuals with disabilities to live to their fullest potential. Our early intervention programs begin working with infants and children as soon
Carolen’s Story
Carolen Quinn’s relationship with Laradon began 21 years ago when her late husband, Dave Quinn, became Joseph Calabrese’s financial manager. Joseph Calabrese founded Laradon 70 years ago, but always welcomed