Community Resource

Gentle Touch International

(862) 944-0593
Newark

Gentle Touch International

Our program equips students with essential skills to navigate social interactions, manage emotions, and engage in creative expression through arts and crafts, supported by personalized mentoring relationships. We offer open enrollment, featuring programs like Social Skills Groups, and emotional therapy that is expressed through creative art, cooking, and grief group sessions.

Additional offerings include a supportive LGBTQ+ program for young adults, parent coaching, professional development courses, CPR and Crisis intervention Certifications for staff and young adults

Current Active MOU
  • Circle of Care for Families and Children (Passaic)
Eligibility Youth should be between the ages of 5 to 21 years old. Participant should also be able to travel to sessions unless alternative arrangements are made in advance with program management.
Age Groups
  • Children
  • Adolescents
Community Services
Arts & Recreation
Basic Needs / Assistance
Education
Employment / Training
Family & Support Services
Health Services
Behavioral / Mental Health
Intellectual and Developmental Needs
Treatment Services
In-Community Services
Outpatient Services
Payment Types
  • Self Pay
  • System of Care (CSOCI Medicaid / FlexFunds)
Areas Served
  • Bergen County
  • Essex County
  • Hudson County
  • Passaic County
  • Union County

Last Updated: 06/02/25