The mission of Lee’s Summit CARES is to direct, support and actively coordinate efforts of the community to significantly reduce substance abuse, promote youth safety and thereby improve the health and well-being of the community.
We provide a variety of programs throughout the year to support our youth and families. Our programs are designed to empower parents, community members, and youth in efforts to prevent mental illness and substance misuse.
Lee’s Summit CARES is building a community that CARES by providing a safe space to educate, share and keep the community updated on current trends in the community.
2025 Mayor's Character Breakfast
Lees Summit Cares is proud to announce that the 21st Annual Mayor’s Character Breakfast will be held on January 16th, 2025.
The Mayor’s Character Breakfast is a celebration of the people in our community who are found to have exceptional character traits and make our community a community of character.
The Mayor’s Character Breakfast is an annual fundraising event for Lees Summit CARES. Funds raised are used to support our efforts in the prevention work we do with youth and families in Lee’s Summit.
LSCares Business Sector
The Purpose of the LSCares Business Sector is to partner with various Business organizations to support our youth through clear pathways. Our goal is to work together to provide youth resources and opportunities to make informed decisions about their academic and professional future.
We are always looking for those who can give their time talent & treasure! Click the link above to make a donation to our cause!
Wether it’s lessons about parenting or wanting help with mental health problems, don’t be afraid to contact us as at LSCgetintouch@gmail.org or click the button down below to check out what we offer on our website!
We are always there to provide you the support you need. Start today and start a brighter future with us! Lee’s Summit CARES is a community coalition which is composed of every sector in the community. Over one hundred volunteers are involved in the at-large board or in one of the subcommittees of Lee’s Summit CARES. One of these sub-committees is the Community of Character.
Are you a student between 8th-12th grade and wanting to make a difference?
We are working to build resilient teens in Lee’s Summit who check in on their peers and prioritize mental and overall well being to create a community that is safe.
Teens are the most vulnerable to having mental health issues so we want to help those in any way we can.. If you are interested in becoming a TAG member, or wanting to know more information about TAG, Click above as we welcome anyone and everyone!
A Story of Community Impact
Hear from a local case manager about the difference Lee’s Summit CARES parenting classes are making in the residents of Hillcrest Transitional Housing.
“When I first met Susan (name changed to protect identity) and her two children, ages 2 and 11, I was interviewing her and her family for housing. She was in an abusive relationship. During the interview, her two-year-old was running around. If you told the child no, she would fall on the floor and scream. Susan used her 11-year-old son to correct the two-year-old. He acted as the parent in the playroom—not having fun but making sure his younger sister was acting correctly.
Susan began to take Lee’s Summit CARES (LSC) parenting classes at Hillcrest Transitional Housing. After 60 days in the Hillcrest program and a couple of weeks attending LSC’s parenting classes, I saw the difference in Susan’s parenting style and behavior changes in her children.
Susan mentioned parenting was becoming less stressful for her and her children.
I also received a letter from Susan’s mom stating she could see the changes in her daughter and grandchildren. It is great to see the difference LSC parenting classes are making in the residents of Hillcrest Transitional Housing.”
Written by a Hillcrest Transitional Living Case Manager about the benefits of Lee’s Summit CARES’ parenting classes provided at no cost to Hillcrest parents thanks to United Way funding:
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Having been extablished in the Lee’s Summit community for 40 years, Lee’s Summit CARES has seen firsthand the impact its residents can have on one another. There are so many incredible people here, and we aim to bring these people together to make a difference in the lives of the youth and families we serve here in Lee’s Summit and Greater Kansas City.
Throughout our surrounding communities, we can work to foster a healthier, safer place for all of us to live. We look forward to building a community that is safe for all and and with your help, no child, parent, or community member will lack the resources needed to make informed decisions about a better future. We’re grateful for your support and can’t wait to continue changing lives together!
C.D. Madden, Sr. M.Ed., Executive Director