In March 2014, Bridges established Project Connect in Newark. At Project Connect, professional case managers work with homeless clients individually to create an attainable set of goals that will lead to better health, and ultimately housing, a job and independence.
How it Began
PROJECT CONNECT
35 Halsey Street, Newark, NJ 07102
(973) 723-2307
Weekdays 7:30am to 3:30pm.
Shahilda Boynes, Program Manager
Jaleesa McEachin, Case Manager
Jessenia Martinez, Case Manager
Annet Baldwin, Case Manager
Services
- Intensive case management
- Advocacy
- Rental and Utility Arrears Support
- Birth certificates
- NJ state ID / City ID
- Medicaid enrollment
- SNAP Enrollment
- SSI and SSDI benefits applications
- Medical and employment transportation
- Mental Health Assessment and Treatment
- Substance Abuse Treatment
- Legal Aid
- Veterans’ Services
Bridges offers services that will lead to more consistent care and a healthier life, with the ultimate goal of housing and independence for our homeless friends.
