New Concepts for Living hosts a variety of events throughout the year that support and celebrate our residents.
Check out our upcoming events and calendar of activities below to see what NCFL and our day program and residents are up to!
Featured Events
October 25, 2024
December 11, 2024
January 17, 2025
September 29, 2024
CLICK HERE to download our list of 2025 events.
New Concepts for Living provides opportunities for our residents and Day Program participants to be a part of the community. They enjoy a wide variety of outings, trips, and activities.
See our calendar of activities and click on the image to see pictures below.
Calendar of Events
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Wellness Therapy with Mercer Physiology
Wellness Therapy with Mercer Physiology
The team at Mercer Exercise Physiology visits our Achievement Center to guide our participants in workouts that suit each person's needs, abilities and goals. Pictures coming soon!
Dollar Store
Dollar Store
A trip to the Dollar Tree store gives the amazing individuals in our program access to household items. They love to browse and shop for their own goodies! Pictures coming […]
Lunch Outing
Lunch Outing
Our participants hit the town for some good food at one of the many local restaurants around our Achievement Center. Pictures coming soon.
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Bubble Planet
Bubble Planet
Our amazing individuals take a trip to Bubble Planet in the American Dream Mall to enjoy an immersive experience that features multiple rooms with different bubble-themed activities. Pictures coming soon!
Lunch Outing
Lunch Outing
Our amazing individuals spend the afternoon out on the town enjoying lunch with their friends! Pictures coming soon!
Escape Room
Escape Room
Our incredible individuals put their detective skills to the test when they visit a local escape room. Pictures coming soon!
Rochelle Park Library
Rochelle Park Library
Our amazing individuals take a trip to Rochelle Park Public Library to enjoy an afternoon movie. Pictures coming soon!
Day at the Movies
Day at the Movies
A trip to local movie theaters gives our participants the opportunity sit back, relax, and enjoy the latest featured flicks! Pictures coming soon!
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Thanksgiving Celebration
Thanksgiving Celebration
Our Day Program staff and participants gather as a family to enjoy a Thanksgiving celebration. Pictures coming soon!
Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels
Volunteering is important for the amazing individuals in our program as a useful avenue for getting to know other members in our community. Our Day Program participants help out at […]
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Wellness Therapy with Mercer Physiology
Wellness Therapy with Mercer Physiology
The team at Mercer Exercise Physiology visits our Achievement Center to guide our participants in workouts that suit each person's needs, abilities and goals. Pictures coming soon!
4 events,
Music with Cliff
Music with Cliff
Musician, Cliff Romanelli, joins our participants at the Achievement Center for some live accordion and piano music. Pictures coming soon!
Rochelle Park Library
Rochelle Park Library
A trip to the local library allows our individuals an opportunity to develop skills for community awareness, socialization and public navigation, while enjoying an afternoon movie. Pictures coming soon!
Art at the Achievement Center
Art at the Achievement Center
Our Day Program participants are guided by instructor, Debra Koplish, as they create beautiful art with paints and other craft materials. Pictures coming soon!
Day at the Movies
Day at the Movies
A trip to local movie theaters gives our participants the opportunity sit back, relax, and enjoy the latest featured flicks! Pictures coming soon!
4 events,
Barr Karate
Barr Karate
Soke Grandmaster Larry Barr, from Barr Karate in Hackensack, stops by the Achievement Center to help our participants sharpen their focus, self-discipline, and self-control while relieving some stress with guided […]
Dollar Store
Dollar Store
A trip to the Dollar Tree store gives the amazing individuals in our program access to household items, and promotes equal treatment and opportunity. They love to browse and shop […]
Dave & Buster’s
Dave & Buster’s
Our extraordinary individuals eat, play and watch sports at our local Dave & Buster's! Pictures coming soon!
Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels
Volunteering is important for the amazing individuals in our program as a useful avenue for getting to know other members in our community. Our Day Program participants help out at […]
2 events,
Art at the Achievement Center
Art at the Achievement Center
Our Day Program participants hone their creativity at the Achievement Center with seasonal arts & crafts, guided by instructor, Debra Koplish. Pictures coming soon!
Rochelle Park Library
Rochelle Park Library
A trip to the local library allows our individuals an opportunity to develop skills for community awareness, socialization and public navigation, while enjoying an afternoon movie. Pictures coming soon!
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Tree Lighting Event at the Achievement Center
Tree Lighting Event at the Achievement Center
We had a festive celebration leading up to our 1st Annual Tree Lighting in Town Square.
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Holiday Decoration Scenic Drive
Holiday Decoration Scenic Drive
Our participants drive through local towns and take in the wonder of the season with all the decorations and lights that go up this time of year. Pictures coming soon!
Wellness Therapy with Mercer Physiology
Wellness Therapy with Mercer Physiology
The team at Mercer Exercise Physiology visits our Achievement Center to guide our participants in workouts that suit each person's needs, abilities and goals. Pictures coming soon!
2 events,
Art at the Achievement Center
Art at the Achievement Center
Our Day Program participants are guided by instructor, Debra Koplish, as they create beautiful art with paints and other craft materials. Pictures coming soon!
Rochelle Park Library
Rochelle Park Library
A trip to the local library allows our individuals an opportunity to develop skills for community awareness, socialization, public navigation, and decision making, while enjoying a leisurely activity. Pictures coming […]
5 events,
Dave & Buster’s
Dave & Buster’s
Our extraordinary individuals eat, play and watch sports at our local Dave & Buster's!
Tilt Museum
Tilt Museum
Our Day Program participants visit the Tilt Museum, and delight in the colorful & dynamic designs that fill this modern art exhibit at the American Dream Mall. Pictures coming soon!
Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels
Our Day Program participants help out at Meals on Wheels in Woodcliff Lake to prepare dinners for residents in Bergen County. Pictures coming soon.
Holiday Party
Holiday Party
NCFL's annual holiday party at Macaluso's was a joyous celebration of this year's achievements, and a heartfelt tribute to the amazing individuals we serve. It was a festive event that […]
Barr Karate
Barr Karate
Soke Grandmaster Larry Barr, from Barr Karate in Hackensack, stops by the Achievement Center to help our participants sharpen their focus, self-discipline, and self-control while relieving some stress with guided […]
3 events,
Making Gingerbread Houses
Making Gingerbread Houses
Our participants use their creativity to design gingerbread houses at the Achievement Center.
Art at the Achievement Center
Art at the Achievement Center
Our Day Program participants hone their creativity at the Achievement Center with arts & crafts activities, guided by instructor, Debra Koplish. Pictures coming soon!
Rochelle Park Library
Rochelle Park Library
Our amazing individuals take a trip to Rochelle Park Public Library to enjoy an afternoon movie. Pictures coming soon!
5 events,
Learning to Ride the Train
Learning to Ride the Train
Our Day Program participants take a train, with the help of our staff, to learn how to better navigate mass transit. Pictures coming soon!
SeaQuest Aquarium
SeaQuest Aquarium
Our Day Program participants visit SeaQuest in Woodbridge, where they are encouraged to connect with animals and learn about their ecosystems through various activities. Pictures coming soon!
Dance with Rival
Dance with Rival
Dance instructor Henry "Rival" Vijande drops by the Achievement Center to teach our Day Program participants how to dance to the rhythm of hip hop beats and music in a […]
Meeting Santa at the Mall
Meeting Santa at the Mall
Our participants visit the local mall for some good food and a surprise encounter with Santa.
Waterloo Village
Waterloo Village
Our participants visit Waterloo Village, an authentic 19th century village that developed on the banks of the Morris Canal. The site is overflowing with native wildflowers and plants, and wildlife […]
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Wellness Therapy with Mercer Physiology
Wellness Therapy with Mercer Physiology
The team at Mercer Exercise Physiology visits our Achievement Center to guide our participants in workouts that suit each person's needs, abilities and goals. Pictures coming soon!
3 events,
Music with Cliff
Music with Cliff
Musician, Cliff Romanelli, joins our participants at the Achievement Center for some live accordion and piano music. Pictures coming soon!
Rochelle Park Library
Rochelle Park Library
A trip to the local library allows our amazing individuals some time to relax while enjoying a good book or movie. Pictures coming soon!
Art at the Achievement Center
Art at the Achievement Center
Our Day Program participants hone their creativity at the Achievement Center with seasonal arts & crafts, guided by instructor, Debra Koplish. Pictures coming soon!
4 events,
Paramus Christmas House
Paramus Christmas House
Christmas House Paramus is an indoor, immersive Christmas experience! Our amazing individuals will be treated to holiday lights and sound on a wondrous 45-minute walk-through of all things Christmas! Pictures […]
Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels
Volunteering is important for the amazing individuals in our program as a useful avenue for getting to know other members in our community. Our Day Program participants help out at […]
Barr Karate
Barr Karate
Our participants are joined by Soke Grandmaster Larry Barr to sharpen their focus, self-discipline, and self-control while relieving some stress. Pictures coming soon!
Visit an Exotic Pet Store
Visit an Exotic Pet Store
We visit a local exotic pet shop in Lodi, where our participants have a chance to see and interact with an assortment of animals like lizards, reptiles, small animals, and […]
3 events,
Art at the Achievement Center
Art at the Achievement Center
Our Day Program participants hone their creativity at the Achievement Center with seasonal arts & crafts, guided by instructor, Debra Koplish.
Rochelle Park Library
Rochelle Park Library
A trip to the local library allows our individuals an opportunity to develop skills for community awareness, socialization, public navigation, and decision making, while enjoying a leisurely activity. Pictures coming […]
Dollar Store
Dollar Store
Our amazing individuals love to browse and shop for their own items at Dollar General. These outings also give them independence, allowing them to utilize their money management skills, follow […]
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NCFL Science Fair
NCFL Science Fair
Our amazing individuals showcase their science skills as each group designs and presents a science project for the judges. Pictures coming soon!
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Holiday Celebration
Holiday Celebration
Our Day Program staff and participants gather to celebrate the holidays in Town Square with festive music and delicious treats. There may even be a surprise guest! Pictures coming soon!
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Art at the Achievement Center
Art at the Achievement Center
Our Day Program participants hone their creativity at the Achievement Center with seasonal arts & crafts, guided by instructor, Debra Koplish. Pictures coming soon!
4 events,
Tilt Museum
Tilt Museum
Our Day Program participants visit the Tilt Museum, and delight in the colorful & dynamic designs that fill this modern art exhibit at the American Dream Mall. Pictures coming soon!
Music with Amanda
Music with Amanda
Our amazing Day Program participants gather in Town Square to enjoy an afternoon of sweet sounds with musical therapist, Amanda Femia. Music therapy provides numerous benefits for mental and physical […]
Dance with Rival
Dance with Rival
Dance instructor Henry "Rival" Vijande drops by the Achievement Center to teach our Day Program participants how to dance to the rhythm of hip hop beats and music in a […]
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Art at the Achievement Center
Art at the Achievement Center
Our Day Program participants hone their creativity at the Achievement Center with arts & crafts activities, guided by instructor, Debra Koplish. Pictures coming soon!
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Holiday Celebration
Event Date: 23 December 2024
Art at the Achievement Center
Event Date: 26 December 2024
Bowling
Event Date: 27 December 2024
Tilt Museum
Event Date: 27 December 2024
Music with Amanda
Event Date: 27 December 2024
Dance with Rival
Event Date: 27 December 2024
Art at the Achievement Center
Event Date: 31 December 2024
An Evening with Marky Ramone
Event Date: 17 January 2025