JESPY begins recovery from damage caused by Hurricane Ida

JESPY begins recovery from damage caused by Hurricane Ida

SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — Like many of its neighbors, JESPY House was greatly impacted by Hurricane Ida. The heavy rain that took place the evening of Wednesday, Sept. 1, caused major flooding and extensive damage in the lower level of one of JESPY’s residences.  Thankfully, all other JESPY-owned properties were found to be relatively damage-free […]

JESPY’s Michael Och House receives the 2021 Carl F. West Award

JESPY’s Michael Och House receives the 2021 Carl F. West Award

SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — JESPY House and its Michael Och House, a center for aging at JESPY, recently received the 2021 Carl F. West Award from NJ Advocates for Aging Well. JESPY House provides essential services to adults, ages 18 to 73, with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The award announcement was made by Charisse Smith, […]

JESPY resumes in-person programming and services

JESPY resumes in-person programming and services

SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — JESPY clients were excited to return to on-site programming on Monday, May 10. For more than a year, they received online program and support services while in their respective homes, apartments and JESPY residences — participating in some of the more than 100 virtual sessions offered by JESPY. The array of […]

JESPY clients highlight the significance of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

JESPY clients highlight the significance of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — “One of the most important things we need is to be treated with dignity and respect,” JESPY House client Debra D. said. She is a longtime participant in the programs and services provided by the South Orange nonprofit organization that supports the independence of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.  “We […]

JESPY’s therapeutic services help adults live meaningful lives

JESPY’s therapeutic services help adults live meaningful lives

SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — Many adults strive to live healthy and productive lives. For some, an essential tool in the process is having access to counseling services. At JESPY House, a South Orange nonprofit organization that supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, the range of services provided through its clinical and behavioral supports department […]

JESPY direct support professional awarded with NJACP Heroes Award

JESPY direct support professional awarded with NJACP Heroes Award

SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — Around-the-clock support is beneficial to the health and well-being of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The assistance provided by direct-support professionals has been especially valuable during this pandemic. In recognition of DSPs and their often unrecognized efforts, the New Jersey Association of Community Providers recently awarded JESPY DSP Rabia El-Hamyani […]

Employment inclusion is essential for JESPY House clients

Employment inclusion is essential for JESPY House clients

SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — JESPY’s Work Readiness and Employment Engagement program is an important service for clients who are searching for or maintaining employment. JESPY provides a wide variety of services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them to become increasingly independent. While some clients work full- or part-time jobs, the department also […]

JESPY clinicians recognized with Behavioral Healthcare Hero awards

JESPY clinicians recognized with Behavioral Healthcare Hero awards

SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — JESPY House has announced that two members of its Clinical Services Department were recently awarded the 2020 Behavioral Healthcare Hero award, presented by the Mental Health Association in New Jersey. The winners are Kinga Lewinski, lead clinician, and Christina Caporrino, clinician. JESPY House provides comprehensive services to adults with intellectual and […]

‘Keep on Believin’ in JESPY’

‘Keep on Believin’ in JESPY’

SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — JESPY House will hold its first-ever virtual fundraising event, “Keep on Believin’ in JESPY,” on Thursday, Nov. 12, at 7 p.m. This event will honor past board President Ron Brandt and will feature JESPY clients.  As this is a fundraiser, JESPY is seeking support from the community; sponsorships of all levels […]