Better Life | New Community Corporation
Resource Name:Better Life | New Community Corporation
address
101 Fourteenth Ave, Newark, NJ 07103
Eligibility
Available to all homeless individuals. Supportive housing units for individuals with referrals from the emergency department of University Hospital. Respite services are for those in crisis who have mental or substance use issues.
Required documents
Call for more information
Hours
Mon — Fri 9:00 am — 5:00 pm
Sat 10:00 am — 3:00 pm
862-229-1401
Voice
·Alternate Phone
862-229-1400
Voice
·Main Phone
Application process
Call for more information
Fees
None
Service area
Essex County, NJ
Helps homeless individuals obtain documents, such as birth certificates, find permanent housing, search for jobs, write resumes and prepare for interviews. Visitors receive food, water and coffee and can participate in group activities. The second floor of Better Life provides supportive housing units for chronically homeless individuals with referrals from University Hospital. Also offers 10-day stays for individuals in crisis who have mental health or substance abuse issues.