Our History

The Center for Living and Learning was founded in 1986 by The Lackey Family in an effort to provide a recuperative environment for their brother Donald. Suffering with chronic schizophrenia, Donald had been in several treatment programs across the country without any long-term success. His family decided to start a program close to home to develop a setting for … [Read More...]

Residential Program

Residential

The residential program addresses major mental illnesses including schizophrenia, bi-polar disorder, and depression. It provides 24-hour care and supervision for the residents and continues monitoring an individual’s progress after they leave the facility. The program includes vocational training, … [Read More...]

Vocational Training Program

Vocational Training

Center for Living and Learning’s Vocational Rehabilitation Program is a Community Rehabilitation Provider certified through the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation. Our trainees are referred to us through the TN Vocational Rehabilitation Department, as well as Williamson … [Read More...]

Testimonials

Testimonials

"My brother has been at the Center for Living and Learning for less than a year and it has made a big difference for him. His levels of anxiety have reduced and he has psychosis much less often. His general health has improved, including losing weight while on antipsychotic medication –wow. His … [Read More...]