Integrity House Shows Appreciation to Past, Present & Future Gala Committee

Integrity House, a nationally recognized substance abuse rehabilitation center with locations in Newark and Secaucus, hosted a special recognition luncheon to honor its Past, Present & Future Gala Committee members on Thursday, July 26^th, 2012.  The event provided an opportunity for Integrity House to recognize the committee’s achievements and to applaud the contributions that their efforts have made.  The committee support of Integrity House’s Initiative for Women & Children has helped to bring about positive changes in New Jersey neighborhoods and improved the quality of life for numerous families across the state.

“It is impossible to repay our truly selfless committee members for their unwavering support and dedication over the years,” said Robert Budsock, President & CEO of Integrity House. “The Past, Present & Future Gala Committee is among the two largest donors to the Integrity Initiative for Women & Children.  Their commitment has forever changed the lives of countless people and families throughout the state.  This event shows Integrity House’s gratitude for their time and service ensuring the future of our organization and helping in our fundraising efforts so that Integrity House can continue to make a positive difference in the community.”

Key supporters of Integrity House, including former New Jersey Governor, Jim McGreevy, Chair of Integrity House Board of Trustees, Darrell K. Terry and a founding father of Integrity House, Richard Grossklaus, attended the special event, which highlighted many of the Gala Committee’s greatest achievements, including securing funding and support for:

• The opening of the Harrison A. Williams Jr. Life Readiness Academy, including Integrity House’s education, medical and prevention programs.
• The establishment of the Integrity Initiative for Women & Children including intensive outpatient, supportive housing and residential treatment.

The event featured a bus tour of Integrity House’s Newark facilities, giving the honored guests a first-hand look at the results of their endeavors.  The tour was highlighted by visits to the Harrison A. Williams, Jr. Life Readiness Academy and the Supportive Housing Program for Women, which provides a safe place for women and children to reside while mothers continue to work on their recovery and gain independence and stability for their families.

The Past, Present & Future Gala Committee continues to be an inspiration and an important driver for the success of Integrity House.  Since 2002, the Committee has raised close to $1.5 million dollars to help aid and fund programs and promote awareness for the full continuum of care that Integrity House provides including education, prevention and medical programs in addition to programs tailored specifically to women and children.

About Integrity House:

Integrity House is celebrating more than 40 years of providing substance abuse treatment and support services for close to 2,000 adult and adolescent addicts annually.  The groundbreaking work of Integrity House is recognized as both a national and international prototype for recovery.  This non-profit treatment program is based in Newark and Secaucus, N.J.  For more information, visitwww.integrityhouse.org or call 973.623.7246.