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Villa Esperanza Services's mission is Providing Love, Care and Hope for Individuals with Disabilities and their Families, since 1961. Villa serves intellectually/developmentally disabled individuals in Los Angeles and Ventura counties. Our clients have moderate to severe developmental disabilities, including autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, neurological and seizure disorders. Villa’s main headquarters are in Pasadena with a satellite location in Thousand Oaks.
Villa is a unique service provider, offering individualized programs and a continuum of care over the course of a lifetime, with several our clients staying with us for 20-40 years. Our customized and comprehensive programs include a comprehensive school for children, ages 5-22; a Speech and Language Center; an Occupational Therapy Clinic; employment services for adults; adult residences in Pasadena and Thousand Oaks; three Adult Day Programs, and independent living services for adults.
Villa serves a very vulnerable and economically challenging population; 90% of those Villa serves are low-income based on the federal poverty guidelines. Villa excels in offering progressive and innovative approaches and solutions for individuals with developmental disabilities. We are known throughout the community for taking the hardest cases and transforming them into successful ones.
Villa provides the tools and support necessary for children, adults and seniors with special needs to achieve their goals, live fulfilling lives and embrace a sense of belonging and acceptance. The state funding we receive does not cover the cost of providing these comprehensive services. Additional funds must be raised through fundraising events, grants and donations. This support is vital and allows us to continue to provide these much needed and important programs.
