COVID-19 UPDATES/RESOURCES Inquire About Services WHAT'S NEW Job Openings DONATE About Our Services Who We Serve How You Can Help Careers & Training More DIGNITY THROUGH INDEPENDENCE About Alternatives, Inc. Alternatives, Inc. provides comprehensive services to individuals and families with special needs enabling them to reach their highest level of independence and integration into the community. We are committed to being the human services agency of choice in providing residential and support services to people in the Greater Central New Jersey community. Our person-centered philosophy is dedicated to providing each person served the support they need to assist them in achieving their goals. No matter what challenges you may face, Alternatives will develop an individualized plan to help you on your journey as an active member of our community. Enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities, those experiencing homelessness, and others benefitting from services within the Greater Central New Jersey area since 1979. Residential Services Alternatives can help you find affordable housing with just the right amount of support for independent living Read More > employment SERVICES Alternatives has helped people find meaningful employment where they live since 1998 Read More > BehavioraL SUPPORT SERVICES Alternatives' clinicians provide and implement services in line with each client's individualized plan Read More > Support coordination support coordination Alternatives, Inc. is approved to provide Support Coordination services in Morris and Union Counties Read More > Fundraising Events Save the Date September 11, 2022 Save the Date October 16, 2022 See Photos from the 2021 Event Thank You to those who supported our 2021 Golf Outing Save the Date May 23, 2022 See More Photos Our 2021 Corporate Circle Sponsors Roy Lorraine John Roy worked as a carpenter. Struggling with depression, he found it difficult to get out of bed. His sister told him about Alternatives, where he found support. His case worker helped him find access to medical treatment and supportive housing. Currently he is working toward becoming a Peer Specialist so he can help others coping with mental illness. "Helping others makes me feel better about myself." Lorraine was working as an administrative assistant at a large company and was also a mom to three children. She was struggling to cope with the stresses of everyday life. Through Alternatives case management and support services she found she could do more than survive – she could thrive. “I realized I am not just an independent person. I am interdependent.” John, one of four adult children, loves riding his bike, playing piano and eating at the local diner (he’s a Jersey Boy!). Like his siblings, John wanted to live an independent life as an adult, his developmental disability presented obstacles his siblings did not have to face. Working with his family and staff, John now lives in his own apartment, is employed in a job he is proud of and has a full and productive life. “I work with people who need help out in the community. We deliver Meals on Wheels” help FOR YOU & YOUR FAMILY donate planned giving our wish list Change Lives. Build Futures. As an employer of choice in the human service field, Alternatives offers a generous benefits package, including above market compensation, staff and technology support & training, and employee recognition and advancement. Join our team! Explore Job Opportunities Explore the Training Calendar HELP FOR THOSE SEEKING SERVICES Services By County click on the pin to see the services available in each county