New Hope Community in Loch Sheldrake, has spent the past month giving back to the community, ensuring families throughout Sullivan County enjoy the holiday season. The nonprofit organization, which provides person-centered services and supports for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), planned multiple events to provide those in need with holiday hope and cheer in the way of gifts, hot meals and monetary donations.
“Helping our neighbors has always been a focus and an integral part of who we are at New Hope Community,” said Debra McGinness, CEO. “While we prioritize ways to partner with like-minded organizations throughout the year, during the holidays the team steps up immensely for the good of this great community. I am so proud to be part of an organization that puts others first and to work alongside exceptional people who value and are invested in improving the health and well-being of our community. We feel privileged to contribute in such a meaningful way.”
Among the many New Hope Community activities was the Dec. 12th event, which provided 580 complete meals to those in need.
The dinners were made possible by donations from area restaurants and retailers.
Established in 1975, New Hope Community provides supports for individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities and is recognized today as a leading provider in the human services field. Its breadth of services includes clinical and nursing care, residential services, day programming, community habilitation, self-direction, support brokers, service navigators, education, recreation and leisure activities, a robust supported employment program and summer programs for youths
In 2020, New Hope Community merged with Select Human Services Inc. (SHS) of Pleasantville, New York, a not-for-profit voluntary agency providing services in Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. The combined organization provides services to more than 700 people and employs more than 1,000 staff.
