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-We Inform. ACNJ researches issues and produces nationally-acclaimed reports to inform policymakers and the public and to advance solutions. Our educational forums bring experts from New Jersey and around the country to share strategies that work. -We Advocate. ACNJ works closely with state and federal lawmakers and policymakers to bolster their understanding and response to…
The Newark office is home to the Immigrant Rights Program, the New Jersey base of the Healing Justice Program, and the online home for the New York Metro Internship Project. The Immigrant Rights Program integrates legal services,advocacy,and organizing, providing legal representation in challenging immigration cases and also ensuring that immigrant voices in New Jersey and…
ASPIRA aims to serve Latino and other vulnerable youth in Newark, New Jersey We seek to empower our community through advocacy, and the education and leadership development of our youth. -Adult Career Search and Placement Program -Evening Reporting Center -Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Program
Enrichment- Small group classes cater to students’ individual abilities in math and English, building a foundating of skills and critical thinking. Private Tutoring- Experienced tutors work closely with studnets to build study skills, confidence and independenc. Gifted Test Prep- Test-taking practice and skill building for gifted program entrance exams.
We offer two core types of donor-funded programs: Community-Based and School-Based Mentoring. And no matter when a child enters a program, there’s no limit to where he or she can go. Community-Based Programs BBBS of Essex, Hudson and Union Counties community or traditional mentoring program is the most popular because of the flexibility. This program…
The Boys & Girls Club of Newark provides hundreds of children in Newark with a safe space to learn to make positive life choices, establish healthy habits, and develop academic skills. Our professionally trained staff provides the support, passion, and guidance to make sure every child has the opportunity to realize their full potential and…
The child must be 21 years or younger when the medical expenses were incurred. In a prior consecutive 12-month period, eligible expenses must exceed 10% of the family’s first $100,000 of income, plus 15% of any income in excess of $100,000. The family must have lived in NJ for three months immediately prior to the…
-Adult Basic Education program provides on-site access to English as a Second Language and GED preparation. GED Preparation program offers GED in a classroom setting -Adoption services -Affordable, high-quality early childhood education to children in Newark, Bloomfield and Elizabeth -Emergency shelter for the homeless and for those who are HIV-positive -Affordable housing for low-income families…
Children’s Aid and Family Services strengthens families and empowers individuals – children and adults alike – to reach their fullest potential. Motivated by compassion and in partnership with the community, we make positive lasting differences in the lives of those we serve. We provide high-quality, innovative services to children, adults, and their families that advance…
Benefits Your NMID card is a broadly accepted, Official form of identification within the City of Newark: -By City agencies to access many services and programs -Serve as proof of identity and residency -Serve as a form of identification to open a checking account at participating banks -Provide discounts on Newark restaurants, Newark Library, free…
The Department of Health and Community Wellness provides and advocates for comprehensive health care, social, and environmental services for Newark citizens and other consumers to ensure an optimal level of health and well-being. Public health services include TB control, treatment for communicable diseases, immunization services ,wellness check ups, laboratory services , dental, STD, referralAll CRD…
The Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) offers work experience, teaches valuable employment skills, financial literary and provides you with a summer income. SYEP educational activities will enhance your summer experience, allowing you to develop career awareness, understanding of personal money management and work- related social skills.
To locate CFBNJ partner food pantries, soup kitchens, and shelters near you: -Enter your zip code here: https://cfbnj.org/findfood/ -Select the distance that you’re able to travel -Press the search button to view a map and a list of locations near you. If you live in Atlantic, Bergen, Cape May, Cumberland, Essex, Hudson, Middlesex, Morris, Passaic,…
Programs: -Emergency Assistance -Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) -General Assistance -Adult Medical Services and Special Services -Family Violence Program -New Jersey Family Care (NJ Family Care) -Child Support and Paternity Program -Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
-Community Health Workers (SPAN IPO Initiative) -Evidence-Based Home Visiting programs -Healthy Start -Local Family Success Centers -Other health and social support programs
How can ResourceNet help you? -Families can find specific recreational activities, health providers, support groups, and events in your area. If you are a resident of Essex County, NJ, please subscribe to our Monthly Events and News. -Health Providers and Community Organizations are able to list their community and health resources, hotlines, support groups, and…
FAMILY Connections is a non-profit community based counseling and family service agency. Every day, we help children, adults and families transform their lives for the better through the provision of innovative counseling, skills-building, training and prevention services with a wide range of specialized services for all ages.
The word “SEA” is an easy way to remember our commitment to families. -Support families in identifying their strengths and building on them to address their needs and goals. Our staff assists families at critical times such as when a child is newly diagnosed, accessing services, involved in treatment planning with service providers, meeting with…
FOCUS provides an array of services to Essex and Hudson County residents which include: -Adult basic education -Employment & training services -Emergency assistance, and nutrition programs -Senior’s services
Available Programs: Gateway to College Gateway to College is geared toward those who have dropped out of high school or are not on track to graduate. ECC provides those students with a supportive college environment in which to earn a high-school diploma and also jump-start a college career with dual-enrollment credit. Dual Enrollment Dual Enrollment…
Programs: Satellite Programs provide free peer support to children, teens, and families after the death of someone significant in their lives, which includes parent, sibling, guardian, mentor, or friend. TO ENROLL IN OUR JERSEY CITY PROGRAM: Contact jerseycity@good-grief.org or 908-522-1999 x8006 TO ENROLL IN OUR NEWARK PROGRAM: Contact newark@good-grief.org or 908-522-1999 x8006 Grief Expressions Summer…
Greater Newark Conservancy promotes environmental stewardship to improve the quality of life in New Jersey‘s urban communities. We achieve our mission through our inter-related program areas: -Environmental Education & field trips -Newark Youth Leadership Program -Paid internships for Newark High School students -Community Greening & Urban Agriculture -Farming and community gardening opportunities -Environmental Justice &…
Programs: -Homeownership Program -Critical Repair and Healthy Homes Initiative -Neighborhood Revitalization -Veteran’s Initiative
On-Site Counseling & Case Management Services by HMI: NJ Social Workers De Hart Community Center 120 Burnett Ave Maplewood, NJ 07040 Tuesdays and Thursdays Office Hours 10 AM – 6 PM Program Hours 3 PM – 6 PM East Side High School 238 Van Buren St. Newark, NJ 070105 Mondays in the Library/Media Center 10…
Support Groups -Peer support group model -Healing arts (paint, music, writing, clay) -Physical play and movement -Community gatherings Grief Support for Spanish Speaking Adults -Imagine: Un Centro de Apoyo para el Duelo
Our holistic approach to addictions treatment includes a full continuum of care integrated with mental health services, healthcare services, and educational and employment readiness services. Primary Services: -Long-Term Adolescent Residential -Long-Term Residential | Short-Term Residential Support Services: -GED preparation & testing resumé writing & employment interview prep -Employment resources -Yoga & Zumba Fitness Centers ,…
-Training For HSE/GED|We assist youths who are at least 16-25 years old, who have not completed high school to successfully transition to employment, college or training by offering employment and life skills instruction, academic instruction to prepare Corps members to take the HSE ( high school equivalency test) -Community Service| As part of pour educational…
Programs Early Head Start Pre School Head Start 1 New York Avenue Newark, NJ 07105 973-589-6873 Family Services Environmental Justice Community Development Community Garden Administration 317 Elm Street Newark, NJ 07105 973-465-0555 Family Services Community Gardens Environmental Justice Neighborhood Projects 29 Cortland Street Newark, NJ 07105 973-344-5949 Financial Opportunity Center Afterschool Programs Adult Education Essex…
Programs: -Early Childhood Education -Youth Family & Health -Adult & Alternative Education -Workforce Development/ Newark 2020 Hub -Immigration Services & Integration -Housing Counseling & Homeownership -Home Energy Conservation & Assistance -Community Engagement & Organizing
-Mentoring Program -Afterschool Program -Workforce Development -Community Outreach -Saturday Academy -GED Prep
Services Main St. Counseling Center offers services to children, adolescents, adults and seniors. We have a variety of therapeutic modalities; when you call to make and appointment, we can discuss which type of service is best for your needs. -Individual Counseling -Couple Counseling -Family Counseling -Senior Services -Counseling for Veterans and their Families -Outreach in…
New Community’s programs include a one-stop Family Resource Success Center that serves thousands of clients annually with everything from emergency food assistance to help paying utility bills. -A 102-family transitional housing facility for the homeless, called Harmony House, serves hundreds of family every year, most of them single mothers and children. -Clients are provided with…
Our services include free tax preparation, HUD-certified first-time homebuyer and foreclosure prevention counseling, in-person health care enrollment assistance, financial coaching, fair housing testing and education, financial education and outreach, discounted oil heat to renters and homeowners who heat their homes with oil, and education and outreach on other issues and topics. All of our services…
-Psychiatric Crisis Hotline -Outpatient mental health counseling for individuals groups & families -Adults and child psychiatric inpatient and partial care programs -Outpatient substance abuse treatment; Drug detox programs -School based counseling program -Therapeutic Learning Center ages 3-5 and after school program ages 5-12 -Dual diagnosis care Child Crisis Intervention: -Attendance is five days a week,…
Medical Services We are proud to be one of the largest providers of high quality healthcare in the greater Newark area. We offer a full range of medical and dental services for children, adults, and seniors including in-house specialists at our centers. No patient shall be denied service due to an individual’s inability to pay.…
We provide support to individuals and families through programming in six areas: emergency services, workforce development, housing, prisoner re-entry, health, and family development. With intensive and holistic case management and our referral network, we help resilient individuals and families who face multiple barriers achieve self- sufficiency through earning a livable wage and securing a stable…
Resident Services – available to NHA residents only! Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Program -Personal counseling -Career counseling -Educational counseling -Educational seminars/workshops (e.g., nutrition, parenting skills, GED preparation, ESL, money management and obtaining the proper basic skills and education needed to enter the workplace through NHA’s Workforce Learning Link program). -Networking -Job Preparation assistance -Assistance with educational…
Mentoring in Schools Our vision for Newark is that all school-aged youth have supportive, high-quality mentoring relationships with adults and older youth in their community, complementing family relationships. Newark Mentoring Movement partners directly with schools to implement school-based mentoring support and develop a school-wide culture of mentoring.
The Newark Opportunity Youth Network (NOYN) offers a network of High Quality School Options and Programs for Over-age and Under-credited students.
We provide young people with meaningful alternatives to the formal justice system and engage youth voices to improve justice for all. Youth court trains teenagers to handle real-life cases involving their peers, offering a restorative response to misbehavior and an alternative to school suspension and arrests. Programs: -Newark Community Solutions -Youth Court
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Hours of Operation: Monday and Thursday: 8:00 A.M. – 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.
NJ GEAR UP/ College Bound 6th through second year college. The program offers educational support to middle, high school and college freshman to help them prepare for and enroll in a college or university. Students participate in a four- to six-week summer program and/or a 20-week academic-year program that includes Saturday instruction, field trips, college…
At Partnership for Children of Essex (PCE), we implement a Wraparound model of care when partnering with youth and families. Wraparound provides a comprehensive, individualized, and holistic approach that is youth and family driven. A PCE Care Manager will work with the youth and caregiver to help build a Child and Family Team (CFT). The…
The Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ serves as the lead planning agency for maternal and child health services in northern New Jersey. Our mission is to meet the healthcare needs of women, infants and children in New Jersey while coordinating education, outreach and advocacy through regional planning and collaboration operation. The consortium conducts extensive community outreach and educational programs for the consumers and health care providers in the state of New Jersey.
Our Programs Build a Brighter Future for Children -Child Wellness Institute -Connections Matter -Enough Abuse Campaign -Essex Pregnancy & Parenting Connection -Grow NJ Kids -Home Visiting -Human Trafficking Prevention -Middlesex County Council for Young Children -Parent Linking Program -Periof of PURPLE Crying
Financial Assistance Many families have concerns about the affordability of child care. Our agency offers financial assistance to cover all or a portion of child care costs through subsidy programs. This assistance is available for low income parents, guardians and foster parents in Essex County. New Jersey Cares for Kids (NJCK) NJCK is designed for…
Programs Wildcat Mountain Wilderness Center: Our Wildcat Program provides outdoor adventures to thousands of young people and adults every year. In these beautiful, scenic surroundings, participants can hike and backpack, challenge themselves using teambuilding initiative activities, rock climb, rappel, experience high and low ropes courses, and canoe. Pedal Farmers: The Pedal Farmers program has engaged…
Current Programs -Emergency and Acute -Inpatient Services -Outpatient Services -Partial Hospitalization -Call Center -Community Services -Residential Services -Rutgers Day School -School Based Programs
Our programs include: Two-year Leadership Program for young women ages 14-19 including: -Summer Institute -Community Action Placement (CAP) -Summer Empowerment Training (SET) ELLA (Engage, Learn, Lead, Act) is a fellowship program for young women ages 16-22 who want to begin social justice projects in their communities. Leadership Institute is a year-long, after-school program for young…
The SBWRC is a mult-faceted agency that primarily focuses on Women in Crisis. Domestic Violence, Job Development and Homelessness are key services provided by the Center. Sexual Assault, GriefSupport, Mental Health, Group Workshops and Individual Sessions are also readily available. *Services are provided for Women only.
SPAN offers families, professionals, policy makers and our parent center colleagues information, resources, support and advocacy assistance addressing: effective parent involvement, child care, general and special education, dropout and bullying prevention, child welfare, health care, mental health, youth leadership, transition to adult life, incarcerated youth, military family support, violence prevention & more. -Know your rights…
Services: -Booklists -Children’s Programs -Interlibrary Services -Library Cards, Loan Period, and Overdue Fines -NJ Career Connections -Public Access Computers -Public Fax Services at the Library -Schedule a Library Skills Workshop -Special Services fo People with Disabilities -Statewide Reference Services
The Mission of the North Ward Center is to strengthen our community by creating educational opportunities, bolstering the health and well being of families and improving the quality of life for all residents. Our operating principle is to offer fiscally responsible programs that build the foundation for an economically viable community.
– Alcohol and Drug Treatment |Bible Study – Correspondence |Camping Activities |Casework Services| Character Building Programs|Clinics Services| – Community Recreation & Education Programs|Disaster Services|Emergency Financial Assistance|Food & Nutrition Programs|Group Work Services| – Homemaker Services| Military Personnel Assistance|Missing Persons|Nutrition Programs|Residential Camping Activities| Seasonal Services |Senior Citizen Clubs|Visitation Services|
The Wight Foundation provides opportunities for talented young men and women to achieve academic excellence in a college preparatory boarding school environment. Students apply to the program as 7th graders and start the summer before their 8th grade year.
To achieve this mission, we provide a comprehensive program of services for children, teens, families, and senior citizens as well as encourage neighborhood improvement through community outreach and housing development. Unified Vailsburg Services Organization provides academic enrichment with foundation support in math/reading and recreation to support fine and gross motor skills. See list of services…
United Way of Essex and West Hudson exists to improve the lives of individuals, children and families within our footprint to strengthen the collective community. Through programs and service initiatives we address the root causes of community concerns with an emphasis on: – Education: Celebrity Read,My Very Own Library Raising a Reader. – Financial Education:…