Our Mission Statement

New Direction Services is a Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Company born as a family foster home nearly 25 years ago. Our founder, Shelly Eckstrom, started caring for foster children as a young adult and used her extensive knowledge and experience to grow our company into what it is today. With 25+ years of experience in the human services field, we are confident in our ability to help and encourage any child to grow and develop as they enjoy opportunities to explore their interests.

New Direction Services is a reputable organization based in Duluth, MN. We are dedicated to providing safe and supportive Home and Community-Based Services for children and young adults in need. Focusing on creating stable environments with consistent positive support practices, we work tirelessly to stabilize individuals in our care and foster healthy development. We are determined to make a positive impact on each individual in our care through a range of services and support tactics. 

New Direction Services supports children through crisis respite, respite, individualized home supports, and family residential services. Our program is centered around our unique approach to care that yields a high success rate. With our compassionate approach and personalized support, we strive to create safe, stable, and successful living environments for our clients, ensuring bright and healthy futures.