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Charles Lea Center

Providing innovative & 💚 care to people with intellectual/developmental disabilities for 50 years.

01/23/2026

🎉 Introducing our NEW logo!

We are so excited to share this fresh new look for Charles Lea Center as we step into an exciting new chapter together. Our updated logo represents growth, innovation, inclusion, and possibility and reflects who we are today and where we’re headed as an organization.

While our look has evolved, one thing remains unchanged: our deep commitment to the people we support, their families, and our communities. This new look carries the same heart, mission, and purpose that have guided us for more than 60 years.

We can’t wait for you to see what’s next as we continue moving forward together. 💚💙🧡

01/22/2026

2026 is here and something new is coming to the Charles Lea Center!
Stay tuned as we step into the new year with a fresh look and exciting updates!

01/21/2026

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Suzanne O’Brien 🌟
Health and Wellness Coordinator | Advocate for Body, Mind & Spirit | Proud Grandma of Two

Meet Suzanne O’Brien, who will celebrate 10 years with the Charles Lea Center this March! 🎉 Suzanne believes it’s the individuals who make CLC truly special and that belief shines through in the care and compassion she brings to her role every day.
💚 A proud mom and grandma, Suzanne is blessed with a daughter, two sons and two grandsons who bring so much joy to her life.

As the Health and Wellness Coordinator, Suzanne supports individuals and employees through the CLC’s onsite WeCare Health & Wellness Clinic, focusing on wellness of the body, mind, and spirit. She is passionate about advocacy and meeting people exactly where they are on their journey, offering support that is thoughtful, empowering, and genuine.

With some college experience and certifications as a Wellcoach and Yoga Instructor, Suzanne brings a holistic approach to wellness that aligns beautifully with Charles Lea’s mission.

Outside of work, Suzanne treasures time with her family … enjoying moments together when everyone can gather. She also shares her home with a 15-year-old fur baby dog 🐶 and a spunky 4-year-old cat 🐱.

Suzanne loves staying active and connected to nature through hiking, biking, hot yoga, and cold plunging, and she enjoys traveling to new places around the world. Through many life changes over the years, Suzanne is grateful for the space and purpose she has found at Charles Lea.

Thank you, Suzanne, for your caring heart, dedication, and commitment to wellness at the Charles Lea Center! We are so grateful for all you do! 💚

01/19/2026

“Everybody can be great, because everybody can serve.” - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Today we celebrate a legacy rooted in service, courage, and hope as well as the power of community to create change.

01/16/2026

Love is already in the air! 💚

We’re busy making Valentine’s Day mailboxes and aren’t they are looking wonderful! 💌📬
We love Valentine’s Day around here, and let’s be honest, it’s never too early to get ready for a little extra love, kindness, and fun.
Stay tuned … these mailboxes will soon be filled with Valentine cheer and we can’t wait! 💚💚 💚

01/14/2026

Staff Spotlight: Isaac Bishop
Director of Information Technology | Problem Solver | Tech Innovator

Meet Isaac Bishop, our Director of Information Technology, who has been part of the Charles Lea Center family for nearly 12 years! Isaac plays a vital role behind the scenes, helping ensure the technology that supports our mission runs smoothly every day.

What Isaac enjoys most about working at Charles Lea is the fulfillment that comes from helping the people we serve live more independently. He was drawn to the CLC because he wanted a career that truly makes a difference and he sees the positive impact of his work firsthand.

In his role, Isaac manages a wide range of systems across three states including networks, servers, phones, forms, and Wi-Fi, keeping everything connected and functioning. One of his favorite parts of the job is Research & Development, where he explores and implements new technology solutions to better support individuals, staff, and programs.

Isaac holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Limestone University and an Associate in Applied Science in Computer Technology from Spartanburg Community College, bringing both knowledge and innovation to his work.

Outside of work, Isaac loves spending time outdoors hiking in the Blue Ridge Mountains, working on cars, and tinkering with personal tech projects. He’s also a big fan of the Tennessee Volunteers.

Looking ahead, Isaac is excited about the future of the Charles Lea Center and the opportunity to help support even more people nationwide through technology.

Thank you, Isaac, for your dedication, innovation, and years of service to the Charles Lea Center! We’re grateful for all you do!

01/10/2026

Step by step and smiles all around! 💚👟💚
Our monthly Just Walk is the perfect mix of movement, fellowship, and fresh air with our CLC crew.
Earlier this week, we took our walk to the Mary Black Rail Trail and had an absolute blast which is proof that good company makes every walk better! 🌿😊✨

01/07/2026

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Zane Stuart 🌟
Lead Direct Support Professional | Creative Spirit | Future Foster Parent

Meet Zane Stuart, a Lead Direct Support Professional in North Carolina,
ho has been part of the Charles Lea Center team for 2.5 years! 🎉
Zane’s favorite part of the job? Helping people better their lives every single day. 💚
Zane was drawn to the Charles Lea Center through personal family connections within the IDD community and early experiences serving as peer support for students with special needs during their school years. Those experiences sparked a passion for advocacy, care, and meaningful support that continues today.
In their role as a Lead Direct Support Professional, Zane supports our individuals, assists fellow team members, and works closely with the program manager to ensure programs run smoothly and individuals receive the care and respect they deserve.
Zane dedication, leadership, and heart to the work they do each day.
Outside of work, Zane enjoys spending time with their cat 🐱 and expressing creativity through clay crafting, with a dream of one day having their own art studio. Looking ahead, Zane also hopes to become a foster parent for teenagers with behavioral needs, continuing their commitment to supporting and uplifting others.
Thank you, Zane, for your compassion, creativity, and leadership at the Charles Lea Center! We’re grateful for all you do! 💚

01/05/2026

New year, New week, Fresh start. 💚
At CLC, moving forward means showing up, learning as we go, and supporting one another through it all. No rush ... just real progress, real people, and a whole lot of heart as we step into the new year together.

01/01/2026

✨ Happy New Year! ✨
As we step into 2026, we’re filled with gratitude for our incredible individuals served, families, staff, supporters, and community who make the Charles Lea Center what it is.
Every year brings new opportunities to grow, serve, and make a meaningful difference, and we’re excited for all that lies ahead. Here’s to a year of continued impact, possibility, shared success, and of course, more smiles!
🎉Cheers to a bright future together! 🎉

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195 Burdette Street
Spartanburg, SC
29307

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18645850322

Website

http://www.charleslea.org/

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