St. Joseph's Villa cares for kids who are in crisis related to histories of
abuse/neglect, mental health issues, loss of a loved one, substance abuse, or
other issues. The private, nonprofit agency works with more than 1,800 kids
per year, helping them to overcome serious emotional and behavioral issues and
to start again in a positive direction. Villa programs include residential treatment;
educational, preventive, group home, and independent living; chemical dependency;
and asset development.
Wish List
- backpacks
- basketballs, footballs, soccer balls
- board games
- CD Walkman players
- duffel bags
- gift cards for movie theaters, fast food (McDonald's, Burger King, Wendy's, etc.)
- hair dryers, curling irons
- journals, notebooks
- sweatshirts, hooded (XL and XXL)
- T-shirts: any size, any color, boy or girl
Volunteers Needed
Contact Sue Grieco, Director of Volunteers, at 865-1550 x206, or fax number listed above.
Mentors: individuals or couples to share time in the community with an adolescent
in need of a trusting relationship. One-year commitment.
Volunteers for clerical duties.