Mission Statement

"Our purpose is to help the poor improve their quality of life and to become self-sufficient by addressing the causes as well as the effects of poverty."
- Source: Paterson Task Force for Community Action - HillTop Haven Family Shelter website

Description

A residential shelter for homeless families (women and their children).
Residents receive sleeping accommodations and three meals per day, as well as assistance with finding permanent housing and services.
Arrangements are made for residents to receive employment opportunities, mental health treatment, medical treatment, and substance abuse treatment and if needed to help support the family.
The residents receive intensive case management.
The objective of the program is to help homeless persons stabilize their lives.