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Peer Support Groups - Bergen County Office | Heightened Independence and Progress (HIP)

190 Moore St., Ste 101, Hackensack, NJ 07601

Eligibility

Open to disabled individuals, their families, and advocates.

Required documents

ID.

Hours

Mon – Fri 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
201-996-9424
Voice·

TTY

201-996-9422
Fax·

Fax

201-996-9100
Voice·

Main Phone

Application process

For the Self-Advocacy group, participants are referred to the program by the Bergen County Special Services School District. For Hudson County please call for services a referral is not required.

Fees

None.

Service area

Bergen County, NJ

Facilitates various peer support groups: Adjust to Vision Loss Project: Fosters a community for individuals with vision loss to share experiences, receive peer support, and gain education through virtual and in-person activities. COPE: Caters to individuals with multiple sclerosis.

The Self-Advocacy Group: Covers topics like self-esteem, disability perception, employment, family dynamics, and self-advocacy skills. Women with Disabilities: Addresses relationship, family, employment, and daily challenges, offering a platform for information sharing. Limited transportation is available for Bergen County residents attending COPE and the Women's Group.

Providing organization

Heightened Independence and Progress (HIP)

Empowers people with disabilities to achieve Independent living through outreach, advocacy, and education. Available in Hudson and Bergen Counties.