LARS is 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has provided services to homeless and low-income individuals and families in Laurel, Maryland since 1987. LARS’ mission is to enable homeless and low-come people in crisis to achieve stability and long-term self-sufficiency. LARS uses a holistic approach to stabilize households facing one-time or repeated financial crises through Emergency Services, Permanent Supportive Housing and Self-Sufficiency programs. LARS’ service area is South Central Maryland, which includes portions of Anne Arundel, Howard, and Prince George’s counties.