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Donation from Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
River Vale, NJ – Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Hasbrouck Heights, NJ believes that “generosity is a gift of the Spirit” and it is with that belief that they extended a helping hand to New Concepts for Living through their Grace-Full Dollars program. This program not...
NCFL’s 2nd Annual Field Day
New Concepts for Living’s Day Program hosted its 2nd Annual Field Day on Friday, September 1st at Saddle Brook County Park. Participants of the Day Program enjoyed a various array of activities including a fun scavenger hunt, friendly games and races, volleyball, and...
Team Spotlight: Q&A with Katelyn, Dedicated Nursing Professional at New Concepts for Living
At New Concepts for Living (NCFL), our commitment to ensuring the well-being of every individual in our care is unwavering. With a team of dedicated Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) available around the clock, we proudly provide exceptional...
The Intersection of IDD and Medical Fragility
In the realm of healthcare and social services, certain terms carry significant weight due to their implications for care and quality of life. Two such terms are “intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)” and “medically fragile”. Understanding these terms and...
Lakeland Bank Donates $25,000 towards New Concepts for Living’s New State of the Art Achievement Center/Day Program in Paramus
(Paramus, NJ 8/10/2023) (For Immediate Release) Lakeland Bank awarded a $25,000 Community Impact Grant to support New Concepts for Living’s Mission: caring for special needs individuals and providing much needed respite for their guardians. New Concepts for Living...
Generous Donation from the Louis and Domenica DeLuca Trust
New Concepts for Living (NCFL) is honored to be the recipient of a very generous gift from the Louis and Domenica DeLuca Trust. Domenica and Louis’ gift of $100,000 will allow NCFL to offer our programs and services to many individuals on our 350+ waiting list....
NCFL Team Spotlight: Embracing a New Journey as a Direct Support Professional
Thinking of a new career path? In this NCFL Team Spotlight, we are highlighting two Direct Support Professionals who were new to working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) but found the career move to not only be worthwhile, but also...
The Importance of Social Networks and Community Inclusion for Individuals With IDD
The Importance of Social Networks and Community Inclusion for Individuals With IDD Socialization is an integral part of human life and overall well-being. It plays a crucial role in our development from early childhood through adulthood. Through social interaction,...
Sponsor Appreciation: Brown & Brown
NCFL extends our heartfelt gratitude to Brown & Brown for their unwavering support over the years. Their generous contributions enable us to host successful fundraisers, such as our annual Golf Outing and NCFL Walk-A-Thon. Together we make a significant impact on...
How to Foster Independence in Adults With IDD
How to Foster Independence in Adults With IDD Empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to be independent is a crucial part of their development and an essential step toward improving their quality of life. Fostering independence not...
