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TradeWinds
Serving People with special needs by empowering them to realize their full potential.
TradeWinds provides services for children of all abilities and adults with physical and developmental disabilities including Child Care, Summer & Functional Skills Camps, and Speech & Occupational Therapy; Adult Day Activity Program & Training (ADAPT), Pre-Vocational Services (Sewing Manufacturing, Sign Shop, Packaging, General Assembly & Order Fulfillment), Employment Services, Residential Group and Supported Living Homes, Respite for Caregivers, Deaf Services, TradeWinds Community Pantry, and Chicago Lighthouse Low Vision Clinic for residents of Northwest Indiana.

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Services for the Community

TradeWinds provides skill training and job opportunities for our adults with disabilities to earn a paycheck.

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Established through philanthropy and volunteer support, your donations, time or talents to TradeWinds helps people with disabilities achieve greater independence, dignity and personal freedom.

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Crown Point Community Foundation

Grant Support for TradeWinds Community Pantry

Thank You, Crown Point Community Foundation, for the $10,000 grant awarded in September to support TradeWinds Community Pantry in helping to make a significant impact on our ability to provide nutritious food and essential resources to the residents of Lake County who are food insecure. The pantry is an opportunity for situational job training for our clients and volunteers from local community organizations and individuals to help provide community service. We are committed to using these funds responsibly and effectively, ensuring that your investment in our mission produces positive outcomes for the community.

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Upcoming events

Oct
18
2024
TradeWinds Building Expansion Project Kickoff Event
Briar Ridge Country Club
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