For individuals seeking a community living placement, The Arc of Essex County has the following November 2022 openings:

NEW! Orange Community Residence (1 Male or Female Vacancy)

• 24/7 supervision
• Single-family style group home located in a turn-of-the-century mansion with spacious living areas
• Co-ed living arrangement with active group of residents
• Near shopping, dining, and activities
• Care based on individual needs

Maplewood Supervised Apartment Program (2 Male Vacancies)

• 24/7 Staff Supervision
• Condo-style living in a unit with elevator
• Off-street parking
• Located near public transportation and within walking distance of Maplewood’s downtown shopping & restaurants

Linden Supervised Apartment (1 Male Vacancy)

• 1 Bedroom Available in a 3-Bedroom Supervised Apartment in Bloomfield
• 24/7 Staff Supervision
• Large Two-Family Home with Great Front Porch
• Located near public transportation and within walking distance of beautiful parks, shopping, and restaurants
• Current roommates enjoy spending time pursuing their own interests such as reading, watching TV, being active, going on community outings, and through art and other creative outlets.

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.