Lutheran Social Services of Indiana

Lutheran Social Services of Indiana, located at 333 East Lewis Street in Fort Wayne, offers comprehensive support services to individuals and families. The organization collaborates with Allen County Department of Child Services and Allen County Juvenile Probation to deliver home-based services for families in need. Key programs include the Gear-Up for Safety Program, which equips families with essential safety items such as car seats and smoke detectors, and the Recovery Care program, supporting individuals with Substance Use Disorder through services like advocacy, behavioral health, and employment assistance. The agency also operates the Children’s Village, a state-licensed center providing education and care for children from 6 weeks to 6 years old. Financial stability is promoted through the Cup of Kindness program, offering financial-literacy education and assistance. Additionally, Lutheran Social Services runs the ECHO program to aid pregnant and parenting teens, and the Balance Works program, which includes EMDR therapy among other mental health services. The Community Partners program further extends case management services to strengthen families and connect them with necessary resources.