What We Do – New Destiny

Family Success Centers (FSC)

Family Success Centers (FSCs) serve as “one-stop” hubs, offering comprehensive resources and support to families before they reach a crisis point.These centers focus on primary child abuse prevention and unite community residents, leaders, and organizations to address challenges that impact family safety and stability. All services provided by FSCs are completely free, ensuring accessibility for all families in need. Through its Family Success Center programs, New Destiny supports over 1,500 families each year, fostering stronger, more resilient communities.

The Passaic County Council for Young Children (PCCYC)

The Passaic County Council for Young Children (PCCYC) is dedicated to strengthening partnerships between parents, families, and local community stakeholders, including health providers, early care and education professionals, family support services, and other essential resource

All families are welcome to be part of this collaborative effort to create positive change!

Go F.A.R.- Fathers Advancing and Reconnecting

New Destiny launched the Fathers Advance Initiative, known as Go F.A.R. (Fathers Advancing and Reconnecting), a name chosen by the fathers leading and participating in the program. Go F.A.R. is a free, father-led program designed by dads, for fathers and father-figures, fostering connection, growth, and empowerment.

(FSCS) Full Service Community Schools

New Destiny Family Success Center (NDFSC) collaborates with Paterson Public Schools at the Senator Frank R. Lautenberg Community School (School #6) and Eastside High School to create a supportive, student-focused learning environment. This collaboration ensures a holistic approach to education, fostering student achievement and family engagement.

Mobile Senior Success Center Initiative

New Destiny utilizes the philosophies, values and beliefs of the Family Success Center Practice model to develop and implement programming centered around the needs of senior families residing in six of Paterson Housing Authority’s public housing senior sites. Key components include implementation of the “protective factors” offered through holistic programming focused on social/emotional health, enrichment and community engagement.

Maternal and Child Engagement

The Healthy Women Healthy Families (HWHF) Initiative works toward improving maternal and infant health outcomes for women of childbearing age and their families, while reducing racial, ethnic and economic disparities in those outcomes through a collaborative coordinated community driven approach through the use of Community Health Workers and Central Intake Hubs.

Restorative and Transformative Justice Dream Center Hub

The Restorative & Transformative Justice (RTJ) Dream Center Hub is committed to supporting youth, emerging adults, and families affected by the juvenile justice system. Through a collaborative and restorative approach, the RTJ Dream Center Hub empowers participants to heal, grow, and reimagine a future full of possibilities and hope. Serving the Paterson community, the RTJ Dream Center Hub offers comprehensive, wraparound services designed to meet the unique needs of individuals ages 14-26, fostering personal growth, reconciliation, and lasting transformation.

Homeowner Support Network

The Homeowner Support Network (HOSN) at New Destiny FSC is dedicated to providing support, education, and advocacy for homeowners facing financial hardship. Our goal is to help residents stay in their homes, avoid foreclosure, and feel empowered through proactive steps and community resources.