Growing Strong
We are here to provide tools and resources to parents so that every child can achieve their potential in Chesterton, Hammond, and Northwest Indiana.
Our Mission
Jacob’s Ladder Pediatric Rehabilitation is a nonprofit organization located in Chesterton, IN that provides comprehensive therapy and supplemental care for children in need. We partner with families, communities, and health care providers to help children reach their full potential. We are accountable to our patients, donors, and partners – treating everyone with integrity and respect.
Our Administrative Team
These compassionate professionals work tirelessly every day to make a positive impact on children's lives.
Mariann Frigo, OTR
Executive Director
Driven by her own son’s needs, Mariann founded Jacob’s Ladder in 1998 to provide therapy services to the children of Northwest Indiana. Her dedication and commitment have led her to sit on several sub-committees for the Indiana First Steps program.
Kristin Zakutansky
Chief Operating Officer
Tracy Hall
Director of Administrative Operations
Laura Crohan, SLP
Clinical Coordinator
Lactation Specialist
Board of Directors
Meet the dedicated individuals that bring diverse expertise and unwavering commitment to guide our mission of providing exceptional care to children.
Nate Cobbs
Harbour Trust
President
Roxanne Gottleber
RE/MAX Lifestyles
Secretary
Kelly Martinez
Valpo First Insurance
Treasurer
Tony Bombacino
CINO United, LLC
Erika Dahl
Kopka Pinkus Dolin
Dr. Sandra Martinez
Whiting Schools Superintendent (Ret.)
Aaron Robinson
Agenex
Jeffrey Withrow
Heraeus Electro-Nite
Our Vision
We envision a community where every child receives comprehensive, affordable services in order to grow into the best version of themselves. This will be accomplished by further educating our community on the benefits of early childhood intervention and encouraging those who share similar values to join us in achieving this vision.
Our Guiding Principles
