Lambs Farm

Our Mission:

Helping people with developmental disabilities lead productive, happy lives and connecting with the human spirit in us all

Lambs Farm

Our Mission:

Helping people with developmental disabilities lead productive, happy lives and connecting with the human spirit in us all

Where People Grow

Lambs Farm is a place that touches everyone who comes in contact with us. To our residents, Lambs Farm is home. It’s a safe, caring environment and extended family of peers. It’s a place to make a contribution to the community while being as self-sufficient as possible. And to our visitors, Lambs Farm is a place to grow through enriching experiences with people with developmental disabilities.

Lambs Farm has been helping people with developmental disabilities lead productive, happy lives since 1961.

FOR OUR RESIDENTS

Lambs Farm is home, and a place they are proud to share with our visitors.

FOR OUR VISITORS

Lambs Farm is also a place to grow through enriching experiences with people with developmental disabilities while creating lasting connections with their families and ours.

HELP US GROW

We strive to maintain exemplary vocational, residential and recreational programs, and to operate our organization in a manner that will continue to help people grow.

Farmyard & Attractions

Tuesday – Sunday: 10am to 4pm

Dogwood Garden & Pet Center

Tuesday – Sunday: 10am to 5pm

Magnolia Cafe & Bakery

Tuesday – Friday: 10am to 4pm, Weekends: 8am to 4pm

Cedar Chest Thrift Shop

Tuesday – Sunday: 10am to 5pm

 

Sugar Maple Country Store

Monday – Saturday: 10am to 5pm

Lambs Industries

We can help your business!

JOIN OUR TEAM

If you have a big heart and a desire to serve, Lambs Farm has a number of job opportunities that could be a great fit for you. You’ll also love the amazing working environment and rewarding atmosphere.

Participants Make Their Radio Debut on 102.3 XLC!

The excitement was real when Hannah Brummer made a special guest appearance in Digital Creations Quest class! Participants had a ton of fun dancing, making TikToks and learning about the radio industry. They even got behind the mic to work on their interviewing...

20th Annual Special Olympics Banquet

On Thursday, August 10, athletes, staff, families and friends met in the Wellness Center to celebrate another amazing year of Special Olympics. Everyone enjoyed a delicious dinner while watching highlight reels of special memories captured during practices, games and...

Congratulations, Athletes!

After lots of hard work and practice, the Special Olympics golf team competed at the Barlett golf course. Everyone did a fantastic job and several athletes brought home some new hardware! Chris Walti took second place, Brooke Aldridge, Tom Durbin. Thorn Hill and MJ...

Lambs Farm Heroes

Lambs Farm participants Brian, Andy and Josh are proud Tamarisk NorthShore employees. One day they were doing their usual cleaning rounds when they heard a resident who sounded like they needed help in their apartment. Brian acted immediately by going downstairs to...

Pet Center Renovation

Thanks to our generous donors, Gerry and Olivia Shapiro, the Pet Center underwent a big renovation. The puppy viewing room wall was extended and separated into three large areas for guests to meet and play with our adoptable puppies. The spacious viewing rooms have a...

State Summer Games 2023 & More!

  Summer is in full swing for the men and women of Lambs Farm and they are having a blast! They welcomed the season with a summer kickoff dance. After having a delicious dinner, participants, staff and volunteers played yard games and enjoyed music, dancing and...

Carousel Unveiling Celebration

On June 2, guests, participants and staff gathered at the Farmyard for a carousel unveiling celebration. David Hamel, the dedicated volunteer who took on the huge undertaking of renovating all 16 beautiful carousel horses, spoke about the meticulous yet fulfilling...

Celebrating the Spirit 2023: A Night to Remember

After two years of virtual galas, we were excited to welcome guests to the elegant and historic Cuneo Mansion & Gardens for Celebrating the Spirit 2023. It was a beautiful evening dedicated to celebrating the courage of our co-founders, the determination of our...

Rocky’s Birthday Party!

One of our most popular Farmyard friends, Rocky the White Park cow, turned one on Tuesday, May 16! Rocky showed up in his party hat and was ready to celebrate! Animal keepers kicked off his big day with an educational chat and gave Rocky his very own birthday cake....

Carousel Horses Return Home

David Hamel, an incredibly kind and generous volunteer, took on the huge project of renovating all 16 horeses on our iconic carousel. David began working on the horses in August 2021 with direction from carousel-restoration expert, Lisa Parr. He received help on the...

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