Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Specialized Care for Children with Disabilities
St Mary's Home has been dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with diverse abilities since 1944. Our mission centers on providing compassionate care, fostering independence, and building a supportive community for children and young adults with complex medical needs. With a team of specialized nurses, therapists, and social workers, we offer 24/7 medical care, therapeutic interventions, and educational programs tailored to each individual's unique requirements. Our facility in Norfolk, Virginia, serves 88 children aged newborn to 21 years, while The Albero House extends care to 12 adults over 21. We maintain partnerships with leading healthcare providers, including Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters and Eastern Virginia Medical School, to ensure comprehensive care. Our person-centered approach includes individualized support plans, adaptive equipment services, and community integration activities.Through our nutrition and dietary program, we address specialized feeding requirements while promoting wellness through evidence-based policies. The organization's commitment to quality care is reflected in its dynamic nursing environment and continuous improvement initiatives. Families benefit from our social work support, transition planning services, and collaborative care coordination. Our therapeutic recreation programs and community outings foster social and emotional development. As a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, we rely on donations and partnerships to maintain our high standards of care while making a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve.
Services
Nursing Care
Social Work Support
Nutrition Services
Behavior Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Physical Therapy
Respiratory Therapy
Speech Therapy
Therapeutic Recreation
Residential Services
Details
- Year established: 1944
Highlights and features
- We provide 24/7 specialized nursing care for complex medical needs
- Our interdisciplinary team includes board-certified behavior analysts and therapists
- We maintain partnerships with leading regional healthcare providers
- Our person-centered approach creates individualized support plans
- We offer comprehensive transition planning for young adults
What people say
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True home
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Services
Nursing and Medical Care
Our 24/7 nursing team provides specialized care for complex medical conditions including cerebral palsy and traumatic brain injuries. Licensed nurses manage medications, respiratory treatments, and tracheostomy care while collaborating with regional healthcare providers. The program emphasizes clinical expertise through ongoing training and implementation of best practices.
Behavior Therapy
Board-certified analysts develop customized treatment plans using evidence-based interventions. The program focuses on skill acquisition through direct therapy and environmental modifications while collaborating with families and other therapy departments to promote independence and appropriate behavior.
Occupational Therapy
Therapists create adaptive equipment and specialized interventions to enhance daily living skills. The program focuses on mobility assistance, communication tools, and environmental adaptations to maximize independence in personal care, education, and community participation through individualized therapeutic approaches.
Respiratory Therapy
Certified therapists provide comprehensive respiratory care including aerosol treatments and airway management. The service addresses chronic conditions like asthma while training staff and families in specialized care techniques to ensure consistent support across all environments for individuals with breathing difficulties.
Therapeutic Recreation
Customized recreational activities promote physical and social development through community outings and on-site programs. The department offers pet therapy, swimming, and cultural experiences designed to enhance emotional well-being and cognitive abilities in a supportive environment.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We serve children from newborn to 21 years old in our main facility, with The Albero House providing care for adults over 21.
What medical conditions do you specialize in?
Our staff specializes in caring for individuals with cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injuries, seizure disorders, and other complex medical conditions requiring specialized nursing care.
How do you support family involvement?
We maintain open communication with families, provide regular updates, and encourage participation through scheduled visits and family events at our Norfolk facility.
What therapeutic services are available?
We offer physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, along with behavior analysis and therapeutic recreation programs tailored to individual needs.
How do you prepare residents for adulthood?
Our transition planning services begin before age 21, with The Albero House providing adult residential support and community integration opportunities for individuals over 21.
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