Safe Care, Strong Identity,
Hopeful Futures

ST. MONICA GROUP CARE HOMES INC.

Providing compassionate, trauma-informed residential support where young individuals cultivate dignity, emotional resilience, and a safe pathway toward enduring independence.

Nurturing Environments · Trauma-Informed Support · Community-Centered Care

FOUNDATIONAL COMMITMENT

Guiding Our Purpose

Anchored in trauma-informed care and unwavering advocacy, our tenets shape every threshold of support we build for vulnerable youth and families.

OUR CORE MISSION

Safeguarding Dignity & Nurturing Inherent Rights

To provide high-quality, trauma-informed residential care and stabilization that honors the profound dignity and absolute rights of every individual. We cultivate structured environments where healing takes precedence, accountability is practiced with compassion, and youth are supported as whole persons.

  • Trauma-responsive restorative living spaces
  • Unconditional advocacy for resident rights and personal safety
  • Interdisciplinary clinical coordination tailored to youth recovery

OUR ENDURING VISION

Empowered Futures & Generational Self-Reliance

A world where every youth emerging from crisis stands thoroughly empowered with life skills, emotional resilience, and enduring community roots. We envision resilient young adults stepping confidently into adulthood, equipped to break cycles of trauma and lead purposeful lives.

  • Empowering independent living and vocational pathways
  • Strengthening lasting relational attachments and mentorship
  • Championing holistic wellness and sustainable community integration

OUR FOUNDATION

Our Core Values

Ten principled commitments that guide our holistic care model, daily interactions, and trauma-informed support practices.

Safety & Well-Being

Dignity & Respect

Caring Relationships

Person- & Family-Centred Practice

Trauma-Informed Care

Cultural Humility & Inclusion

Voice, Choice & Rights

Accountability & Ethical Practice

Growth & Community Connection

Continuous Improvement

Warm and inviting home environment with comfortable living spaces for supported youth

DEMOGRAPHICS & ESSENTIAL SUPPORT CRITERIA

Who We Support

We provide dedicated residential stabilization for children and youth experiencing complex transitions who achieve their highest potential within highly structured, relational, and culturally affirming surroundings.

  • Stabilization & Emotional Safety: Youth navigating behavioral or emotional transitions who require dependable trauma-informed boundaries and restorative living spaces.
  • Predictable Routines & Clear Structure: Individuals who benefit from organized daily schedules, reliable caregiver presence, and balanced community participation.
  • Coordinated Health & Social Supports: Young people who need integrated medical oversight, mental health navigation, and collaborative case management.
  • Life & Social Skill Development: Youth working toward personal resilience through guided interpersonal coaching, educational support, and practical life skills.

SPECIALIZED CARE PATHWAYS

Dedicated Placements for Every Stage of Need

Tailored, trauma-informed residential programs structured to provide stability, safety, and supportive growth for referral partners and families.

LONG-TERM CARE

Long-Term Residential Care

Predictable, permanent home environments with comprehensive 24/7 relational support, individualized care planning, and skill-building designed for sustained youth flourishing.

  • Individualized development & clinical plans
  • Continuous relational attachment model
  • Long-term educational & life skill coaching

SHORT-TERM CARE

Short-Term Transitional Care

Stabilizing transition environments tailored for youth moving between placements, focusing on assessment, de-escalation, routine setting, and reintegration planning.

  • Rapid stabilization & trauma-informed support
  • Comprehensive baseline assessment protocols
  • Smooth transition bridge to permanent placements

COMMUNITY LIVING

Structured Group Living

Small-setting residential homes designed to cultivate peer cooperation, healthy socialization, household responsibility, and meaningful community integration.

  • Small-cohort peer dynamics & shared routines
  • Active community immersion & recreational events
  • Conflict resolution & collaborative life skills

CRISIS & RESPITE

Emergency & Crisis Placements

Responsive, immediate-intake beds equipped to provide urgent safety, trauma containment, crisis de-escalation, and initial medical and behavioral intake care.

  • 24/7 responsive intake & rapid bed availability
  • Immediate trauma stabilization & de-escalation
  • Crisis care coordination with referring agencies

LEADERSHIP & CLINICAL OVERSIGHT

Our Dedicated Team

Bringing together experienced medical oversight, strategic operational direction, and empathetic daily care to foster safe, nurturing spaces where children and youth thrive.

Dr. Kingsley Mbah

Lead Physician (MD, LMCC, CCFP - Family Physician)

Providing medical oversight and ensuring the health and wellbeing needs of every child and youth in our care are met with the highest standard of clinical attention.

Ngozi Mbah

Director

Guiding the overall vision and operations of St. Monica Group Care Homes Inc., ensuring every child and youth receives care grounded in dignity, safety, and trauma-informed practice.

Oyefunke Aremu

Supervisor

Overseeing day-to-day care delivery, supporting our team in providing consistent, caring relationships and a stable, structured environment for every young person.

Our Collective Commitment: Every member of our leadership and clinical team is deeply dedicated to providing safe, nurturing, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive care that upholds the inherent dignity and promise of every young person in Edmonton.

COMMUNITY REFERRAL PARTNERSHIP

Partner for Hope

Every young person deserves a compassionate haven and the guidance to thrive. By partnering with caseworkers, families, and community advocates, we co-create tailored pathways toward healing, dignity, and a resilient future.

Confidential Review • 24/7 Intake Availability