Never Stop Believing

St. Joseph's Villa is a nonprofit providing care and education to more than 500 children and families each day.

We are a place where children with special needs can learn, grow and thrive. At-risk youth can find their dreams and a way to achieve them. Women and children in crisis can find refuge and renewal. Adults living with disabilities can lead independent lives.

In short, St. Joseph’s Villa is a place where our belief in children and families can change lives.

Transforming Education from the Inside-Out: Trust Our Teachers to Grow

Post written by Jenny Friar, Director of Development for St. Joseph’s Villa While I am not a teacher, I have the honor of working alongside them every day in my role as Director of Development at St. Joseph’s Villa.  I have seen first-hand the magical partnerships that can develop between children and the adults who [...]

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The Importance of Early Treatment in Autism

Post written by Dr. Ken Macurik, Director of Developmental Disabilities at St. Joseph’s Villa and Doctoral Level Board Certified Behavior Analyst Modern research shows that early behavioral services may improve overall functioning and produce significant gains in IQ for children with autism who enter treatment at 2 to 3 years of age. With the recommended [...]

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Mentoring Makes a Difference

“It takes a village to raise a child.”  I have come to recognize the truth in this statement through my position of Mentor Program Coordinator at St. Joseph’s Villa.  Growing up I was fortunate enough to be surrounded by individuals who contributed to my successes and stood by me through my struggles.  It was thanks [...]

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Volunteer Mentors Program Starting at the Villa

Volunteers, and especially volunteer mentors, are incredibly important to the Villa.  Thus far, our need has been met by some incredibly talented people, but as our needs increase, we have been looking for ways to expand tohe pool of people who can make such a HUGE difference in a young person’s life. In late April, [...]

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