Village Of Hope
It Takes A Village
Located in Bridgeton, NJ, Village of Hope is a transitional housing community for males comprised of six tiny homes, where eligible residents can live for up to 180 days at no cost, while working to create a sustainable life post-incarceration.
At Village of Hope, individuals are assigned their own 100-square-foot “tiny home,” which provides them with personal space in a safe, secure environment while they transition back into the community post-incarceration. Residents are required to maintain employment while at the community, and must work with staff to secure permanent housing during their stay.
As we have seen firsthand at Village of Hope, it takes a village to ensure an individual transitioning out of the criminal justice system and back into society will succeed at their second chance at life.
COLLABORATIVE PARTNERS
Village of Hope is a collaborative effort between the Reentry Coalition of New Jersey and our partners The Kintock Group and Gateway Community Action Partnership, with additional support from the New Jersey State Parole Board, the City of Bridgeton and local law enforcement and first responders.
COMMUNITY FEATURES
- Private, 100-square-foot, Climate-controlled Tiny Home
- Bathroom Facilities
- Outdoor Picnic Area
- Community Spaces with WIFI, Computer & TV Services
- Fully Stocked Kitchenette
- Laundry Area
- Arranged Transportation
SUPPORTIVE SERVICES
- Assessment & Procurement Of Identification (i.e. Driver’s License/ID)
- Employment Placement & Support
- Financial & Budgeting Assistance
- Placement In Permanent Housing
- Rental Assistance Services
- Linkage To Social Services & Health/Wellness Resources
- Access To Supportive Technology (i.e. Smartphones, Tablets, etc.)
If you or someone you know is in need of transitional housing, consider Village of Hope.
