For individuals seeking a community living placement, The Arc of Essex County has the following February 2022 openings:
Verona Supervised Apartment (1 Male Vacancy)
- 1 Bedroom Available in a 3-Bedroom Supervised Apartment
- 24/7 Staff Supervision
- Large 2 Family Home with Great Front Porch
- Located near public transportation and within walking distance of Verona’s downtown shopping & restaurants and the beautiful Verona Park
- Current roommates are males ranging in age from early 20’s to late 40’s. They enjoy spending time pursuing their own interests such as reading, watching TV, being active, socializing with friends, and occasionally participating in community activities as a group.
Belmont Group Home (1 male vacancy)
- 1 bedroom available in this single-family style group home in a great Livingston neighborhood.
- 24/7 staff supervision
- Can accommodate residents with additional medical supports and aging needs
- The residents have tight personal relationships and prefer quieter activities, but remain an active and fun-loving group
Terrace Group Home (1 Male Vacancy)
- 1 bedroom available in 4-bedroom group home
- 24/7 staff supervision
- Recently renovated, single family, ranch-style home on a quiet, residential street in West Orange
- Minutes from Eagle Rock Reservation, shopping, and recreation
- The residents of this all male group home enjoy picnics at Liberty State Park, bowling, going to the mall to shop, and weekly restaurant nights (pre-COVID)
South Orange Supportive Living Apartment (1 Female Vacancy)
- 1 bedroom available in a 2-bedroom apartment
- Minimal community living support needs
- Access to an emergency on-call system for added safety 24 hours a day
- Apartment-style living in 5-floor building with elevator
- Located steps from public transportation and South Orange’s vibrant downtown
For additional information about The Arc of Essex County’s residential services, click here. If you are interested in pursuing independent living at one of the above properties, please contact The Arc’s Senior Director of Residential Services, Rebecca Lorusso via email at rlorusso@arcessex.org or by calling (973) 535-1181 ext. 1270.