Since 1877, St. Mary's has been caring for
Rhode Island's children. While receiving some support
from
the Episcopal Diocese, we are a secular, non-profit agency
offering comprehensive treatment programs for boys and
girls traumatized by abuse or experiencing the challenges of
psychiatric disorders. Children are treated and cared for in both the residential,
educational and out-patient programs located in North
Providence, Rhode Island.
At St. Mary's, we focus on treatment and
healing while providing support and skills necessary for the
preservation
of families, with programs tailored to the diverse
requirements of our clients. Whether you are an individual
whose child requires special attention, or a representative of a
business or government agency, we welcome you to discover more
about what our services can do for you and the children you care
about.
St. Mary's does not discriminate on the
basis of age, race, gender, or any other protected category in
accordance with applicable law.
Vision
St. Mary's Home for Children
is dedicated to helping children who have been affected by
violence in their homes or communities and/or who have
behavioral health issues. Our vision is to provide the
opportunity for each child in our care to become a healthy
adult, capable of healthy relationships. Our programs focus on
providing children with the skills and strengths they need to
cope with family, school and social environments. We provide
families with appropriate supports as they strive to create
healthy relationships. We seek to provide children in our
care with positive and lasting relationships with adult role
models and a permanent home base that they can return to as they
need us. We seek to build a strong sense of self worth and
raised aspirations for what each child can become.
Mission
Our mission is to create an
environment of healing and hope for those we serve. Children and
families are empowered to develop healthy, trusting
relationships. Through an array of residential and community
based services, we create effective, lasting partnerships that
enable children and adults to lead fulfilling lives.
Beliefs and Values
In short, our beliefs and
values are as follows: (Click here for
more details)
- Our services are child
centered and family focused
- Respect and compassion
are the hallmarks of our work
- We commit to the long
term healthy development of children
- We believe family members
are an integral part of our clients' lives
- We commit to employing
best practices in our work
- We will practice
continuous quality improvement
- We value a quality and
reliable workforce to fulfill our mission
- Our employees are the
cornerstone of our agency
More details about our beliefs and values
History
St. Mary's Home for Children
opened its doors in 1877 as an orphanage within the Episcopal
Diocese. Reverend Daniel Ingallis Odell was rector of St. Mary's
Church in East Providence, Rhode Island when a couple in the
parish died leaving two children. During the same winter,
another couple died leaving five children. Father Odell took
them in and provided for their care. St. Mary's has always been
a non-profit agency, committed to serving the changing needs of
children and families.
In 1879, St. Mary's became in
incorporated institution, under the name of St. Mary's
Orphanage, governed by a Board of Trustees, with the Bishop of
the diocese as President. More
Services
St. Mary's provides 3
categories of services: 1) In-house residential services; 2)
Outpatient and in-home services; and 3) Campus school.
Services include the following:
In-House
Residential Services
Provides a continuum of
residential care from long term treatment to acute crisis
stabilization with a clinical team that includes child care
workers, masters-level clinicians, nurses and consulting
psychologists and psychiatrists.
- Long Term Residential
Treatment
- Abusive Reactive
Treatment (Mauran Unit)
- 90 Day Emergency Shelter
- Acute Residential
Treatment Services (ARTS)
- Partial Day Program
- In-patient Diagnostic
Assessments
- Discharge/Transitional
Plan
Outpatient
& In-Home Services
The most comprehensive
program of its kind in Rhode Island, the Shepherd Program provides services for
children, adolescents and adults who are victims of sexual abuse
or have sexual behavior problems, employing a team with sexual
abuse assessment and treatment experience. Programs
include:
- Sexual abuse Assessments
- Juvenile Sexual Offender Assessments
- Family Therapy
- Group Treatment Services for those
impacted or involved in the commission of or dealing with
sexual abuse problems.
- Victims of Crime Act (VOVCA) Services
- Focus on Caregiver Training
- Enhanced Outpatient Services
- Parent Education Manual
- Training and Consultation
Campus
School
Provides a highly structured,
innovative learning environment for residential day students
with learning behavior and disorders, including ADD and ADHD who
have failed to succeed in public schools. Individualized
programs are designed to enhance each child's ability to learn,
with individual and group therapy included in the school day,
and an after-school program available to day students.
