Abstract: A ladder attachment for supporting a ladder in a substantially upright position while suspending the top end of the ladder a predetermined distance from a vertical surface includes an elongated central portion attachable to each side rail of the ladder. A pair of diverging arms are pivotably attached to the central portion each of which can be selectively repositioned relative thereto with a removable locking pin. A collapsible cross member interconnects the arms. Each end of the cross member is selectively positionable along the length of the corresponding arm. An elongated translatable shaft interconnects the central portion and the cross member to adjust the spacing between the arms.