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Intellectually and Developmentally Disabled

We serve the socially and intellectually disabled by providing multidisciplinary services designed to address their specific needs.

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Nearly 400 beds support the unhoused.

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250 residents are currently housed in our shelters and transitional homes.

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Bridged over 300 unhoused residents to permanent housing, since 2021.
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Intellectually and Developmentally Disabled

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Magdala is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities. We offer secure, comfortable, independent, supportive living spaces and an engaging day program. Both programs focus on social, emotional and wellness services that reduce stigma and improve the individual’s quality of life.

Concerned about costs? The Department of Mental Health (DMH) will pay for qualified individuals to participate in our habilitation housing programs.

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An Encouraging Place

Group homes are a special place for people with multiple and significant disabilities to feel secure, comfortable, and encouraged. Our homes provide care in the least restrictive environment with the aim of providing housing, meals, medical and socialization services that reduce stigma and improve the individual’s quality of life.

Individualized Care

Each group home accommodates a small number of adults and provides treatment and related support as determined appropriate in each individual’s treatment plan. Services are delivered using continuous responsible supervision, and community resources all designed to supplement clear therapeutic and measurable outcomes.

Maximized Support

We provide a variety of interventions and services, all designed to maximize individuals functioning abilities. Services include individual goal setting, recreational opportunities, food, therapeutics, personal supplies, day programing opportunities, sheltered workshops, and transportation to other community resources.

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Group Homes Program

Home is more than a house; it's where we grow and develop lasting relationships with the people we call family. Our team at Magdala House prides itself on providing support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through teamwork and a sense of family.

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Independent Supportive Living (ISLS) Program

Magdala supports individuals with disabilities by encouraging them to live more independently. Our clients are supported in making everyday decisions, such as what to cook for dinner, personal care and money management. We help our clients build their strengths and provide support when needed.

Adult Day Care Component

Magdala's Adult Day program is a reliable source for those seeking on-site day services for adults who are intellectually and developmentally disabled. Our program caters to the cognitive and physical development of the clients. We provide a community that fosters inclusion, social stimulation, positive well-being and daily activities.

Admission Criteria

“Magdala’s group home environment is designed to simulate as close as possible to typical family life.”

— Thomas Mangogna, President & CEO, Magdala
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Current Residences

Augusta House
3 apt, 6 bedrooms, 3 bath

Located in the Normandy area, the Augusta House is complete with one staff unit with offices, common kitchen, dining area, and living area. At the intersection of Natural Bridge Road and Florissant Road, this residential house is close to shopping and fast food restaurants. The Augusta House is also within walking distance of the University of Missouri at St. Louis and local churches.

Maury House
3 apt, 9 bedrooms, 3 bath

Near the intersection of Kingshighway and Arsenal, Maury House is accessible to Tower Grove Park. Also equipped with 1 staff unit, common kitchen, dining area, and living room. Close to shopping and fast food outlets.

Russell House
3 apt, 9 bedrooms, 3 bath

Located in the city’s Shaw Neighborhood and one block from the Botanical Gardens, Russell House is complete with three two-bedroom apartments with full baths. Close to limited shopping and within walking distance of local churches.

Canterbury House
4 apt, 8 bedrooms, 4 bath
Located in the Pasadena area, the Canterbury House is located on Canterbury Drive. This spacious apartment building is complete with 4 2-bedroom apartments. Each apartment is equipped with its own bathroom. There is a common area, dining room and kitchen that is available to the entire apartment building.
ISL – Thompson
4 bedrooms, 1.5 bath

This single-family residence in Florissant is in a quiet suburban community steps away from shopping, entertainment, parks and restaurants. Boasts over 1,000 square feet with a large family recreation area, four bedrooms, and 1.5 bathrooms.

ISL – Kingsley
3 bedrooms, 2 bath
This single-family home is nestled in one of the well-established communities in North County. This residence has over 1,000 square feet of living with three bedrooms and two baths.
Augusta House
3 apt, 6 bedrooms, 3 bath

Located in the Normandy area, the Augusta House is complete with one staff unit with offices, common kitchen, dining area, and living area. At the intersection of Natural Bridge Road and Florissant Road, this residential house is close to shopping and fast food restaurants. The Augusta House is also within walking distance of the University of Missouri at St. Louis and local churches.

Maury House
3 apt, 9 bedrooms, 3 bath

Near the intersection of Kingshighway and Arsenal, Maury House is accessible to Tower Grove Park. Also equipped with 1 staff unit, common kitchen, dining area, and living room. Close to shopping and fast food outlets.

Russell House
3 apt, 9 bedrooms, 3 bath

Located in the city’s Shaw Neighborhood and one block from the Botanical Gardens, Russell House is complete with three two-bedroom apartments with full baths. Close to limited shopping and within walking distance of local churches.

Canterbury House
4 apt, 8 bedrooms, 4 bath
Located in the Pasadena area, the Canterbury House is located on Canterbury Drive. This spacious apartment building is complete with 4 2-bedroom apartments. Each apartment is equipped with its own bathroom. There is a common area, dining room and kitchen that is available to the entire apartment building.
ISL – Thompson
4 bedrooms, 1.5 bath

This single-family residence in Florissant is in a quiet suburban community steps away from shopping, entertainment, parks and restaurants. Boasts over 1,000 square feet with a large family recreation area, four bedrooms, and 1.5 bathrooms.

ISL – Kingsley
3 bedrooms, 2 bath
This single-family home is nestled in one of the well-established communities in North County. This residence has over 1,000 square feet of living with three bedrooms and two baths.
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Success Stories


Jefferson spaces opened my eyes. I really appreciate their work. They feed us, we can shower, and it is a nice place to stay. I can relax, not looking over my shoulder. Doctors are available. This place brings me joy.
– Tiny Homes Resident 
House-Supervisor

What I enjoy most about working at Magdala is the everyday success I see clients achieve. I enjoy supporting clients in creating normalcy in their homes, and I enjoy being around coworkers who live to advocate on behalf of our clients.
– House Supervisor

I feel safe and I love my friends. I like to exercise, play games, and go on field trips with my friends at the day program.
– IDD Resident

Every person deserves to live with dignity.

Our group homes are funded through contractual arrangements with the Missouri Department of Mental Health and Housing and Urban Development (HUD),
and supporters like you.

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