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Join us for some fun, sun and GOLF for a great cause, as our Tournament of Hope celebrates 40 years! For those struggling with chemical dependency, mental or behavioral health concerns, or recovering from trauma, our dedicated staff of professionals provides hope. We partner with individuals, families and communities to Rebuild relationships, Recover potential, and Renew hope for the future.

Are you a professional seeking help for someone else? Reach out to the Villa and we will partner to bring hope to the people you serve. Villa of Hope recognized as one of America's Best Addiction Treatment Centers by Newsweek and Statista. Spectrum News: Rochester's Villa of Hope focuses on mental health ahead of new school year.
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That statement of assurance, first spoken by the Sisters of St. Joseph, represents both our history and our mission. It was our undertaking then and it is our promise today. We are no longer St. Joseph's Villa in name, but we remain the same organization in spirit. In the late 1930s, three downtown Rochester Catholic orphanages-St.
While only a portion of those we serve actually reside on campus, in our youth residential programs, we provide a home to everyone who comes to us in need. And they find all that they deserve in a home. Acceptance. Love. Support. Comfort. Guidance. As often as possible, that home is their very own residence, and we help them remain there safely with loved ones, and with strategies for success.
Talent and culture are the foundation of everything we do at Villa of Hope. Each member of our team has the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of a youth, an adult, or a family. Our staff is highly trained in The Sanctuary Model, trauma-informed care, and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention.
All profits will benefit Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging initiatives at Villa of Hope. This shirt was the winning submission to a student tshirt design contest, and was designed by Villa of Hope School Senior, Michelle. As part of her Workforce Development program internship with the Villa's Marketing Department, she then finalized her design in Adobe Illustrator, to prepare the art for silkscreening.
With a Master's degree in Social Work from Marywood University and a Master's in Business Administration from Rochester Institute of Technology, Gullo's background includes clinical, professional and business experience. Prior to joining the Villa, Gullo served as Executive Vice President/Chief Operating Officer for Catholic Family Center.
Reviews (11)
Self Respect
Self Respect
Dec 25, 2021
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I placed my application for rental assistance back in October of this year. I was in contact with the head of that department, Mr Levar Sanders. Once my application was submitted, I was no longer able to make contact. I reached out via email as well as phone, yet recieved no response. It has been 2 months and still no response. I left direct voicemails and messages with other staff, yet I still haven't recieved a response. I reached out to another agency for rental assistance and they said they would reach out to Levar Sanders concerning my application seeing how they had a Zoom meeting scheduled
John O.
John O.
Oct 14, 2021
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I am an alum of Villa of Hope (formerly St. Joseph's Villa). In it's day, when it was an orphanage, it was a solid - good as they come organization. If you were a child without a family, "The Villa" was where you would want to be. It pains me however, to say that is certainly not the case today. It has lost sight of it's mission and principles and has lost it's luster. I could not in good conscience recommend Villa of Hope to a family with child in crisis as I don't believe it would be advantageous to the family to place a child in their care knowing first-hand
Jen
Jen
Oct 14, 2021
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This is the worst place ever to have your child at. They allow things to happen to your child that should have never happened and then protect the kid that abused mine. This place needs to be shut down and investigated. They allow other kids to take things from people and never replace it. They went through soooo many staff people it's totally outrageous. I tried posting on their Facebook page and they blocked me. I caked the cops but nothing was done because my child was to afraid to talk about what happened. Please everyone read the reviews because this place should be shut down. I wish I could
Mickey M.
Mickey M.
Oct 13, 2021
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This organization is the worst place to send a family member to. Councilors and therapist lie and make things up. They mentally abuse their patients. They lie and fail to communicate with family members. They struggle to keep staff help because how the councilors and therapist treat patients. Don't send your family member here. This place actually deserves 0 stars. This organization should also be investigated!
Amber Gray
Amber Gray
May 02, 2021
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This is a terrible place. I fear for my son’s safety, mental and physical well-being, being in there. They don’t treat it like a treatment, they treat it like a prison. The staff lies and get away with it. I strongly, STRONGLY urge any parent considering placing their child there to look elsewhere for help! It is an absolute mockery calling this place a “Villa of Hope”! 😢😠😔
If I could give the Villa of Hope zero stars and get this review posted I would- that’s the only reason I even gave it one star.👎
Magnolia Neild
Magnolia Neild
Nov 12, 2020
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This is not a good place for substance abuse treatment. I feel empathy for any family that has to go through this program. Thankfully I am educated & resourceful enough to call OASAS & request an advocate. My child transferred to this facility from another facility that has closed the doors to adolescents. My child was doing phenomenal at the last facility & the services provided were more professional & beneficial. At Villa of Hope, be prepared to have prior arrangements tossed out the window & being laughed at when following up with the therapist. Be prepared to worry about your child because
Janke IsMyLover Xoxo
Janke IsMyLover Xoxo
Oct 16, 2020
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My for any youth going to the Villa is to mind your program and do you so you can get out of the cottage as quick as possible.
The Social workers; are great and they seem to be the only ones that really do care because they have a degree and specialize in Therapy. MW & EP are the best!
Technerds
Technerds
Oct 10, 2020
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Great place and friendly staff who care! Beware the other reviews regarding personal information about the Villa and Youth at Tuckahoe and Campus. I ensure you it’s a great place to learn skills, although there are tough days... the rough ones makes the better ones. A+++
Lawrence Snyder Iii
Lawrence Snyder Iii
Sep 09, 2020
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It is never an easy decision for a parent to place their child into a residential placement. We adopted him when he was 5 years old and did everything possible, along with multiple agencies and services to help support him. After all the attempts, there were not any other options at that point. We found him a placement and was told that he would be coming home each weekend, after the first weekend, we had a conversation with the counselor about our concerns about weekend visits and was told that his behaviors were our fault! We continued to try weekends till we had the police at the house, at that
Brandi Williams
Brandi Williams
Jun 01, 2020
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I can not say enough positive things about the villa of hope. They have gone above and beyond my expectations and needs. No matter the circumstance or situation villa of hope has someone that can assist and help whole heartedly. Substance abuse, mental health and all around well being for your life villa of hope is where you want to go. I can’t thank them enough for their time and patience
James Druckemiller
James Druckemiller
Dec 10, 2019
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I was there a teenager and I was very happy there. I wish I could go back there talk to The kids and tell them not to give up on hope. what I heard the Villa has changed so much and not for the good