Louisiana United Methodist Children and Family Services (LUMCFS) is a faith-based nonprofit headquartered in Ruston with services throughout the state. We help children heal emotional wounds caused by abuse and neglect. We guide children and families on new pathways of health and well being. We offer residential psychiatric care, therapeutic foster care, life skills training, therapeutic recreation and exceptional psychological and spiritual counseling to those in need.
"MCH was home to me. I lived most of my childhood and teen years there. The warm and loving staff helped me through problems most people gave up on me for." - K.R.
"[My therapist] showed me that I didn't have to walk around with the weight of the world on my shoulders anymore and a ticking time bomb. I can honestly say that I'm alive today because of the staff at LMCH." - A.R.
"I couldn't ask for a better place. They give you the tools you need to help you live a normal life again. I would definitely recommend this place" - C.S.
"I grew up in many homes, but this is the one that will always have a place in my heartâĤthe staff was wonderful." - D.P.
"The Louisiana Methodist Children's Home is a wonderful place! The staff are welcoming and friendly. The agency is dedicated to guiding children and family's home by following the teachings of Christ. Anyone who connects with MCH gains a friend always there to help!" - A.T.
We guide children and families home to experience God's love by following the teachings of Christ.
Organization name
Louisiana United Methodist Children and Family Services
Parish
Lincoln
Parishes Served
Bienville, Webster, Union, Sabine, Red River, Ouachita, Natchitoches, Morehouse, Lincoln, Jackson, DeSoto, Claiborne, Caddo, Bossier
Operating Budget
$3M-$5M
Sector
Foster Care, Mental/Behavioral Health, Youth & Children
Address
904 Deville Lane