Friendship House was established in 1964 as a volunteer
service of the Teaneck Section of the National Council of Jewish Women. From
its start as a storefront operation staffed by dedicated volunteers, Friendship
House has grown into a 30,000 square-foot center. Our facility contains
vocational training areas, a client dining room, areas for individual and
private counseling and for socialization, a commercial kitchen, and administrative
offices. Fifty-three professionals care for approximately 650 men and women each
year.
Even though our size and facilities have expanded and
changed over the years, our mission has remained constant. We are a non-profit
organization dedicated to serving and assisting persons with mental,
developmental, or physical disabilities. Our current services include:
Vocational and job training programs
Transitional and supported employment programs
Psychiatric evaluations
Medication management
Individual and group therapy by licensed therapists
Psychosocial support groups
Case management
THE REHABILITATION PROCESS
Individuals are introduced to
Friendship House in an orientation program that familiarizes them with the
programs and options that are available to them.
Upon enrollment, a counselor is assigned who, along with
the member, will develop a tailored treatment plan designed to enable the member
to improve skills related to work, interaction with family and peers, and
managing community involvement. Ultimate goals are job placement, satisfactory
community living, and stress management. Supportive services and follow-up are
provided as the member increases his or her level of functioning.
North Jersey Friendship House
125 Atlantic Street
Hackensack NJ 07601
PHONE: (201) 488-2121 FAX: (201) 488-4157
