Our clients visit Rising Above Bakery in Nyack, NY. The idea for the bakery arose when its owner, a speech therapist and an avid baker, noticed the dramatic effect that baking cookies had on nonverbal, autistic young adult students. The kitchen filled with chatter, singing, laughter, and verbalizing as students became more comfortable with the […]
Wood Dale County Park is a 118-acre oasis in northern Bergen County. Around its picturesque pond, our clients can enjoy a variety of active and passive recreational opportunities. Pictures coming soon!
Our clients visit a local ice cream shop to enjoy some sweet treats to beat the heat! Socials for our clients are important for skill improvement to cope with challenges, and these social outings reduce stress, depression, anxiety and fatigue.
Wood Dale County Park - Woodcliff Lake, NJ Thank you to everyone who stepped up to make a difference at NCFL's Annual Walk-A-Thon! All money raised at this amazing event will help to support our efforts to enrich the lives of the extraordinary individuals in our care.
Our clients enjoy apple picking & family-oriented games at an orchard with a country store for baked goods & juices. Pictures coming soon!
Our residents enjoy a day at the historical Liberty State Park. This beautiful green oasis is located in the middle of Metropolitan New Jersey, featuring a Manhattan skyline, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Pictures coming soon!
Forested hills surround the lake, creating a restful backdrop for our clients to enjoy while visiting Wawayanda State Park. Pictures coming soon!
Our clients enjoy a visit to Point Pleasant. This year-round thriving town is home to restaurants, beaches, attractions, boardwalks, festivals and much more! Pictures coming soon!
A sweet and refreshing smoothie hits the spot for our clients as they gather for a social. Socials for our clients are important for skill improvement to cope with challenges, and reduces stress, depression, anxiety and fatigue. Pictures Coming Soon.
This fun-filled event offers our clients the opportunity to learn about animals not normally seen in local pet stores. Pictures coming soon!
Our amazing clients head out on the town for lunch at a local restaurant. Pictures coming soon!
A trip to the Dollar Tree store gives our clients full access to resources, and promotes equal treatment and opportunity. They love to browse and shop for their own items. These outings also give our individuals independence, allowing them to utilize their money management skills, follow directions, community awareness and safety, and decision making. Pictures […]
Our clients engage all five senses on .3 miles looped nature hike in beautiful Mountainside, NJ. The trail also includes play areas, picnic areas, shaded hikes and a playground. Pictures coming soon!
A trip to the local library allows our extraordinary individuals to work on community awareness and resources, socialization, public navigation, decision making, and enjoy a leisurely activity with their peers.
Our clients sit back, relax, and enjoy the latest movies at local movie theaters.
Our clients enjoy a day in the kitchen! Learning to prepare meals encourages independence and provides the opportunity for social connections with others. Plus a tasty reward at the end!
With more than 700 species, the Bronx Zoo is the perfect place to inspire our clients. The Bronx Zoo spans more than 265 acres, which means there are plenty of opportunities for them to connect with the animals they love. Pictures coming soon!
The South Mountain Reservation covers 2,112 acres. This nature reserve is part of the Essex County Park System and offers our clients exposure to nature, which decreases anxiety, depression, and negative rumination, while at the same time increasing well-being and creative problem-solving. Pictures coming soon!
A trip to the local library allows our extraordinary individuals to work on community awareness and resources, socialization, public navigation, decision making, and enjoy a leisurely activity with their peers.
Our clients need contact with the natural environment in the same way they need contact with other people, as a necessity for their development. We spend the day in a local park, connecting with the natural world. Pictures coming soon!
Our clients enjoy the breeze, while on a scenic riverfront picnic. Alpine Boat Basin is one of the most popular spots in Palisades, it brings in hikers, boaters and picnic goers.
