Guide for Statewide Resources*
updated 1/15/21
*This is a living, breathing set of resources, not a definitive list. We will update and add to our alternatives guides as our project grows and services in the area change.
Organization explicitly seeks to avoid engaging police where possible and/or call respondents are trained to actively seek alternatives to engaging police
Organization has explicit guidance & protocols for engaging the police on behalf of callers and/or demonstrates a willingness to engage police outside of clear & immediate danger scenarios
There is less of a regular protocol for engaging the police & organization clearly articulates concerns about engaging police on behalf of callers
Cop Cooperation Assessments
Through our outreach efforts, volunteers have contacted these organizations and have assigned them “cop cooperation assessments”. We want to make sure that everyone using this guide is aware of the resources' relationships with law enforcement. These ratings were made using our best judgement. No matter how much a resource avoids cooperation with police, all organizations are beholden to laws which require the involvement of law enforcement, especially if child abuse or neglect is suspected.
American Friends Service Committee
(973) 643-1924
Statewide legal service, every Tuesday, 2-4pm provides free consultation regarding Immigrants' Rights. Does not engage with police.
Collaborative Support Programs of New Jersey
https://cspnj.org/contact/
Collaborative Support Programs of New Jersey, Inc. (CSPNJ), a peer-led non-profit that provides flexible, community-based services to promote responsibility, recovery, and wellness through community wellness centers, supportive and respite housing, human rights advocacy, education programs for people who experienced or live with behavioral health conditions.
NJ Children's System of Care
(877) 652-7624
Emergency and non-emergency number. Organization that provides family services, mobile response, and disability services. Works to service adolescents 21 years and under for up to 8 weeks (afterwards applying for behavioral health and disability services is required). In-home services, case management, and long/short term treatment and therapeutic services are also provided. Provides emergency and non-emergency developmental disability services for youth. Police involvement on a case-by-case basis. Mandatory reporters of child abuse and suicidal ideation. 24 Hour Hotline.
Hudson Pride Center
(201) 963-4779
Non-emergency number. Hours of operation are 12 pm - 8 pm Monday through Friday. The Hudson Pride Center is the largest and only full service LGBTQ center in NJ, providing health services and referrals, a variety of support groups (now all virtual), and counseling. Individuals can complete an optional intake process to become a member and allow the HPC to more easily find referrals and advocate on their behalf. HPC also holds social events and training sessions for other service providers.
