Refer to Us

The majority of our residents are referred to us by numerous county Children & Youth agencies seeking a trusted environment to guide young individuals towards their next steps in life.

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Why refer to Saint Francis

Since 1888, we've been dedicated to adapting to evolving regulations, technology, social dynamics, and the changing needs of our youth and their supporters.

    • Philadelphia and Delaware County CYD (Children of Youth Division)

    • Philadelphia JPO (Juvenile Probation Office)

    • Adhoc organizations with specific and unique need for their clients

  • Our main campus is over 50 acres with 5 homes, an onsite school, and onsite administration building where case management and clinical services are provided.

  • We offer a well rounded set of services to provide residences, education, mental growth, recreation, and work opportunities.

  • Our referrers and case managers trust us and have been partnering with us for years. We understand the process that comes ahead of youth being placed in our care and we understand the process taking place after our youth move on to the next stages in their lives

  • Our staff members are highly trained, licensed and experienced throughout the various programs. Our locations are regulated and audited regulary to ensure compliance with state and local laws.

    • Department of Public Welfare 3800’s, (State license)

    • PA State audits for 3800 regulations for Unaccompanied Refugee Minors and Campus group homes

    • PA State audits for 3680 regulations for the Independent Living program

    • Department of Human Services audits for the campus group homes

    • State audits for 5200 regulations

    • CBH/ NIAC audit for compliance and quality

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Our Services

Learn more about our services including the various living options, educational opportunities, recreation, and clinical services.

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Our Team

Put faces to names. Our Directors work directly with our referrers, staff, youth, and partners

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Our Residences

Learn more about our residential options across our 50 acre campus setting, independent living, and apartment living options.