Mission Statement

Our Mission:
Lighthouse Discovery Center (LDC) in Castle Rock, CO, is a specialized learning center dedicated to empowering young adults with special needs through early vocational training and neurodevelopment programs. LDC provides structured morning sessions focused on neurodevelopment skills and afternoon sessions teaching essential daily life skills. Our program is guided by experienced Captains, all Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), who support and mentor our Sailors (young adults). Our mission is to foster independence, confidence, and employability among our participants in a nurturing environment.

Our Story

LDC was founded by Cindy Ritter, a passionate advocate for neurodivergent individuals. After adopting a child with special needs, she experienced firsthand the challenges families face in finding adequate support for young adults ages 14-21. Recognizing this gap, she was determined to create a space where these individuals could learn essential life and vocational skills. As the owner of SOS Castle Rock, Cindy understands the struggles families endure because she has faced them herself. LDC is her vision to bridge this critical gap and provide opportunities for growth and independence for impacted adolescents.

Testimonials

Testimonial LDC

Lighthouse Discovery Center has been such an amazing gift for -----, and our whole family. We spent YEARS looking for a good fit for our daughter…a place that challenges her, while also accepting her as she is, neurodivergent and all; and at least as importantly, a place where she could blossom socially. Lighthouse has been all that and more. The team is so caring and kind, the activities are fantastic, and we can see the growth already!

Lighthouse Discovery Center has been water in the desert for ---- and our family. It is the first place that she has gotten to connect socially with kids with similar brain difference that she has.

----- lights ups after getting to spend time with her friends at Lighthouse and the staff is excellent. They are helping her learn crucial life skills that allow her to strive towards greater independence as well as giving her skills to interact at a deeper level with others. We are so grateful for Lighthouse Discovery Center!