L’Arche St. Louis
We provide residential and community support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 

Owner(s)
Paula Kilcoyne, Executive Director and Community Leader

Contact Information
emmapieper@larchestlouis.org
314-395-5851
9445 Litzsinger Rd.

What is the most exciting thing to recently happen for your business or in your industry?
L’Arche St. Louis purchased a new property in Brentwood in 2021 and we are excited to be planning a major new build and renovation.  This includes an ADA-friendly home and updates to our existing daytime activity center at the corner of Litzsinger and McKnight.

What do you want customers to know?
We’ve been part of the Maplewood community since 2011 and have regular, community and outreach events open to the public that are fully inclusive and fun for all!

What Describe any upcoming events, promotions, or anniversaries for your business.
Monthly Community Nights (November14, December 12).  Community Night is our monthly gathering for updates and fellowship.  Held the second Tuesday of each month (unless otherwise announced).  Newcomers are always welcome!  December community Night will be our annual Christmas singalong!  Held at McKnight Crossings Church 2515 S. McKnight Rd, St.Louis, MO 63124, 6:30 p.m.

What does chamber membership mean for you and your business?
In L’Arche St. Louis we want all of our members with and without disabilities to be immersed in the local community.  The Mid County Chamber of Commerce helps us stay connected.   

What is your favorite Maplewood or Richmond Heights Chamber business?
Our Core Members and assistants really enjoy-and frequently visit-the Maplewood coffee scene.  One resident in particular enjoys getting a cookie and root beer from the Maplewood Deli!.

Anything Else?
L’Arche St. Louis is part of the International Federation of L’Arche.  There are 150 communities in 38 countries around the world!