The Heartbeat of Monarch Safehaven

Welcome. We believe that true, lasting change is powered by people—a dedicated group of individuals united by a single purpose. At Monarch Safehaven, our team is the living embodiment of our mission: to provide a sanctuary where integrity, safety, and compassionate care create the foundation for new beginnings.

We have intentionally brought together leaders with diverse, yet complementary, expertise. This fusion of professional skill and personal passion is our greatest strength. It allows us to build an organization that is both mission-driven and operationally sound, ensuring we can deliver on our promise of long-term stability for every resident who walks through our doors.

Each member of our team, from our leadership to our direct caregivers, is a vital part of a compassionate ecosystem. We invite you to get to know the people who are the heart and soul of this crucial work in our Southwest Florida community

Who we are

Meet the Team

Our strength lies in the powerful synergy of our collective experience, a unique blend of heart, strategy, and community focus that ensures both compassionate care and sustainable impact:

  • My journey to founding Monarch Safehaven is deeply personal, forged in the resilience it took to overcome a childhood of trauma and abuse. Having walked that difficult path to healing, I know firsthand that a safe, stable, and loving environment is the single most critical element for recovery. This organization is the sanctuary I once needed, and it is the one I am now profoundly committed to providing for others. It is my life's mission to ensure that every child, family, and survivor who comes through our doors is given the tools and unwavering support they need to rebuild their future—a future defined not by their past, but by their own strength and hope.

Collectively We Have …

Over 25 Years in Business Management Skills and Training: This is the backbone of our organization. Our extensive management experience guarantees efficiency, accountability, and responsible stewardship of resources. It allows us to build a strong, sustainable foundation so that our promise of long-term care is one we can always keep.

  • Emily Walsh is a dedicated and adaptable educator with a strong background in special education and behavior therapy. With an MBA and a Bachelor of Social Work, she brings a unique blend of business acumen and a deep understanding of human behavior to her work.

    Currently an Exceptional Student Education Teacher at the Lee County School District, Emily specializes in creating individualized learning experiences for students on the Autism Spectrum. Her experience includes developing social and academic skills, implementing focused strategies, and facilitating daily living routines. She is highly skilled in creating and managing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and is committed to building strong relationships with families and staff.

    Before her teaching role, Emily was a Registered Behavior Technician at Stepping Stone Kids Therapy, where she developed the social, physical, and intellectual growth of clients aged 2 to 17. She is adept at using one-on-one therapy and positive reinforcement to help clients communicate more effectively and achieve greater independence.

    Emily’s career began at Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida as a Program Instructor, where she provided direct support and training to individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Her passion for helping others is also reflected in her volunteer work as a coordinator for the Running Water 5K, which raises money for clean water initiatives in Kenya.

    With her extensive experience in education, her commitment to serving less fortunate populations, and her leadership skills, Emily is now seeking to transition into a leadership role within the non-profit sector.

  • The ministry of Mary Walsh was born not in a classroom, but in a crucible of faith. Her journey began at 17 when she gave her life to Christ, but it was at age 23 that her calling was forged in fire. Weighing only 89 pounds and given just two weeks to live, she experienced a radical, miraculous healing that became the unshakable bedrock of her life.

    This life-altering testimony is the heartbeat behind her work. Her own journey from sickness to wholeness ignited a deep passion for holistic medicine, leading her to gain extensive knowledge through years of hands-on experience. While her B.S. in Biology gives her a unique and detailed approach to scripture, it is her personal understanding of the connection between spirit, mind, and body that fuels her passion. For ten years, she shared stories of hope through Christian media, working both in front of the camera and behind it in event production.

    Anchored by a deep love for prayer, Mary's truest passion is leading others into the same freedom she found. As a guiding force in women's and deliverance ministries, she combines profound biblical truth with the authentic power of her own story to help people become truly whole.

Collectively We Have …

Over 15 Years in Community Collaboration: This is how we multiply our impact. We understand that restoration happens in a community. Our experience is rooted in weaving a network of support throughout Southwest Florida, connecting with local partners to ensure our residents have access to every possible resource on their journey to independence.

Collectively We have…

Over 38 Years of Child Development and Instruction: This is the heart of our mission. Our deep expertise in caring for victims of abuse and human trafficking means every aspect of our program is designed with a profound understanding of the healing process. We don't just provide shelter; we provide a space for true recovery, guided by empathy and proven methods.

  • Kim Receveur is Executive Vice President of Two Girls and a Bible, a 501c3 organization. her vision is to “Go and Tell” the stories Jesus is writing on hearts today and to create resources that supports and builds the family unit.

    Kim has always had a heart for children, especially the under-dog, for those who are not heard or seen by others, and her mission is to give a voice to those who feel like they have no voices.

    Kim has been a dedicated and active church member for over 55 years and currently attends Ocean church in Cape Coral, Florida. She taught Pre-K at Christian schools for over 30 years. She has been teaching Sunday school faithfully through the decades. Kim’s calling from God is to serve women, children, and some men. She never knew how that would look, until one day God said, you have been fulfilling your purpose for years, serving others, being my Hands and Feet.

    Many times. He would orchestrate meetings with others for Kim to help, to encourage, and befriend, Jennifer being one of them. She helped guide and edit the writing of Jennifer’s story, The Something Shiney Journey, in 2020.

    Kim believes God has saved the best for last and is excited to see where God will bring Two Girls and a Bible in the years ahead.

    As an entrepreneur Kim managed a successful cleaning business for decades. Kim has been married to her best friend Allen for over 20 years, who is her biggest supporter in all her endeavors. They have a blended family with two wonderful sons, a beautiful daughter-in-law and four grandchildren.

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