Integrity House, one of New Jersey’s largest licensed nonprofit providers of comprehensive substance use disorder and mental health services, has announced the return of its third annual Integrity Day celebration.
Co-hosted alongside the Newark Department of Health and Community Wellness, the free public event will take place on Aug. 20 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Lincoln Park in Newark. In the event of inclement weather, a rain date has been scheduled for Aug. 27.
The celebration marks 58 years of service for Integrity House. Founded in 1968, the organization has spent nearly six decades expanding its healthcare, outreach, and addiction treatment frameworks across the Garden State while remaining anchored in the Newark community where its mission first began.
Free community health & wellness resources
Integrity Day acts as a centralized hub for local families and individuals to access critical, cost-free wellness resources and harm-reduction supplies. This year’s event will feature:
- Screenings for substance use disorders, mental health conditions, and infectious diseases
- Vital sign checks and healthcare assessments
- Distribution of risk-reduction supplies, including naloxone (Narcan)
- A community dance class and family-friendly activities
- Complimentary food, music, raffles, and promotional giveaways
A collaborative network of care
To maximize regional impact, Integrity Day will bring together an expansive network of local health and social service entities. Participating regional organizations include:
- START – The Center for Great Expectations
- RWJBarnabas Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery
- Covenant House New Jersey
- Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
- YMCA of Newark and Vicinity, Essex County Community Health, Isaiah House, and Care Plus NJ, among others.
The event is made possible through corporate sponsorships from prominent New Jersey institutions, including the NJM Insurance Group, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, Posen Architects, and Conner Strong & Buckelew.
While the event is entirely free, community members and families are highly encouraged to register in advance at this link.
