NJFH is a day treatment program that works with individuals with disabilities towards achieving their optimal level of functioning and achieving their personal goals.

We are available Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.  Our structured program activities are offered from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.

North Jersey Friendship House is located at 125 Atlantic Street (between Railroad and Union Avenues) in Hackensack NJ 07601.  Our phone number is (201) 488-2121 and fax number is (201) 488-4157.

The Autism Day Program currently has three locations, Washington Township, Paramus and Hackensack. (For additional information about our Adults with Autism Day Program, contact Mala Spivack at 201-881-0411 ext. 11)

• Member: We need a referral letter from a treating psychiatrist, therapist, school, agency, hospital or DVR (Division of Vocational Rehabilitation) to start the process.
• Family: We welcome family involvement for special events and to assist us with fundraising efforts.
• Internships: Contact Andee Barnhard at 201-488-2121 or abarnhard@njfriendshiphouse.org.
• Volunteers: Contact Jennifer Murrin at 201-488-2121 or jmurrin@njfriendshiphouse.org.
• Fundraising Events: We hold fundraising events throughout the year. To express interest in volunteering for one of these events, call 201-488-2121 or email specialevents@njfriendshiphouse.org.

The length of stay in our program varies depending on each individual’s need.

North Jersey Friendship House will work with you to secure sponsorship needed to allow you to participate in our program.  Our primary sponsorship sources are the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation and Medicaid. Our training programs are offered on the Department of Labor’s Eligible Training Provider List.

NJFH does provide transportation to our day programs dependent upon availability and where the member lives. In addition, we will help you to secure transportation that fits your need.

Absolutely! One of our primary goals is to help each member develop the skills necessary to obtain and maintain employment.  Our clinical program works very closely with our Supported Employment department. Supported Employment can be reached at 201-488-2121.  Ask for Karen Reining for information.

We will assist you with resumes, applications, and interviewing skills, and conduct an employment search to secure an appropriate match.

Your Job Coach will work with you and the employer to address any issues that may arise.

Yes, our day program trains in various areas and we work with local employers doing work at their site to explore job readiness.

Yes, we will work with you to secure employment as close to your home as possible.  We work in all surrounding counties, and the local DVR (Division of Vocational Rehabilitation) offices in the various areas.