Wellspring Lutheran Services Behavioral Health - New Directions, Livonia Campus

Designed for teens in foster care with cognitive impairments or developmental disabilities, Wellspring - New Directions, Livonia Campus provides residential care in a structured, trauma-informed environment. Teens receive 24-hour supervision, therapeutic support, educational assistance, and individualized care that addresses emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Through around-the-clock support and a focus on stability, the program helps teens build the skills and confidence needed for future transitions and greater independence.

Safety, Stability, and Specialized Support

At New Directions, Livonia Campus, teens follow structured daily routines that combine education, counseling, recreation, and practical skill development. They receive year-round tutoring, independent living skills training, social skills development, and pre-vocational opportunities that prepare them for adulthood. Teens can also stay active through Special Olympics sports, basketball and volleyball courts, walking and running trails, mentoring, art therapy, yoga-based activities, and community service opportunities that build confidence, responsibility, and healthy relationships.

Trauma-Informed Care for Long-Term Growth

A multidisciplinary team provides individual and group counseling, on-site therapy, psychiatric and psychological services, medical and dental care, and family therapy when appropriate. Staff work closely with each teen to address the effects of trauma, abuse, neglect, and developmental challenges while reinforcing positive behaviors and emotional regulation. By combining clinical care, life skills training, and consistent support, the program helps teens prepare for successful transitions into foster homes, family settings, and community life.