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JESPY House is an extraordinary program for adults with Intellectual and Developmental disabilities. To learn more please visit www.jespy.org

Located in South Orange Village, New Jersey, JESPY House opened its doors in 1978 with four clients and three staff. JESPY House is a non-profit organization enabling adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities to achieve their full potential. JESPY House supports 260 clients age 18 and older in the areas of clinical services, athletics and fitness, case management, work readiness and employment, recreational and Day Habilitation programming and housing.

11/02/2026

🍎🍁 Fall days are better spent together!

Our JESPY clients recently enjoyed a fun-filled visit to Giamarese Farm & Orchards in East Brunswick, NJ! 🚜🌻

Nothing beats getting outdoors, enjoying the beauty of the season, and making sweet memories with friends! 🍂🧡

10/31/2026

🎃👻 HAPPY HALLOWEEN FROM JESPY HOUSE! 🍬🧡

Once a year, the streets of South Orange get a little more colorful, a little more spooky, and a whole lot more FUN!

From superheroes to our favorite characters, our JESPY clients brought their Halloween spirit, creative costumes, and biggest smiles to our annual Day Program Halloween Parade! 🦸‍♂️🍭

There's nothing we love more than celebrating together and spreading a little joy throughout our wonderful South Orange community!

From all of us at JESPY House, we wish you a safe, sweet, and SPOOKTACULAR Halloween! 🧡🎃

10/30/2026

🎃👻 The Halloween festivities have officially begun at JESPY House!

Our Day Program kicked off the celebrations with our annual Halloween Parade! Dressed in their most creative, fun, and spooktacular costumes, our clients took to the streets of South Orange, spreading smiles, laughter, and Halloween cheer to everyone they passed! 🍬🧡

We loved seeing our community come together for a little Halloween fun!

From all of us at JESPY House, we wish you a Happy Halloween and a weekend filled with sweet treats, fun memories, and plenty of candy! 🍫🍭🎃

10/29/2026

🎉 Congratulations to JESPY’s very own Glen Hoffs!🎉

We are incredibly proud to celebrate Glen, our Employment Specialist and WREE Transitional Coordinator, who was honored with the 2026 NJAPSE Employment Specialist Award ! 🏆

This well-deserved recognition celebrates Glen’s outstanding dedication to empowering adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities through meaningful employment opportunities.

Glen goes above and beyond to recognize each client’s unique strengths, advocate for their success, and help them build the skills and confidence needed to thrive in the workplace. His creativity, compassion, and unwavering commitment make a lasting difference in the lives of those he serves.

💙 Glen, thank you for the incredible work you do every day! Your dedication reflects the very heart of JESPY’s mission, and we are so fortunate to have you on our team.

Please join us in congratulating Glen on this wonderful achievement! 👏🎉

10/28/2026

💚 A wonderful evening at MEND is Meeting Essential Needs with Dignity 's Green Bean Gala!

JESPY clients Sarah L., Jess M., and Kelly B. enjoyed a special night celebrating community, connection, and the importance of giving back!

Our partnership with MEND is one we are incredibly proud of! Jess has been a dedicated volunteer with MEND for five years, and Sarah also had the opportunity to volunteer in 2020.

Throughout our partnership, JESPY has organized eight food drives in support of MEND’s mission, and we look forward to continuing our efforts with another food drive this winter!

Thank you to MEND for bringing our community together for such a meaningful evening and for the incredible work you do to support individuals and families in need. 💚

10/27/2026

💙 Celebrating employers who champion inclusive employment!

JESPY House was proud to be part of the Essex County and Newark Workforce Development Employer Recognition Breakfast, celebrating employers who create meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

👏 A special congratulations to Stephanie Wolf of Five Guys on receiving an award! Five Guys is also where JESPY client Ari G. works, making this recognition especially meaningful to our JESPY community.

At JESPY, we believe that meaningful employment creates opportunities for independence, personal growth, and belonging. We are grateful for employers who recognize the talents and contributions of individuals with disabilities and help build a more inclusive workforce.

Congratulations to all the honorees! 💙

10/23/2026

🧠🎉 Think you’ve got what it takes to be a trivia champion?

Join us for JESPY House’s Trivia Night Friend-raiser!

Gather your friends, family, and coworkers for an evening of friendly competition, laughter, and community, all while supporting JESPY’s mission of advancing independence for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

📅 Sunday, November 8, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 Avenue Pub | 1790 Springfield Ave, Maplewood, NJ

Whether you're a trivia expert or just coming for the fun, we would love to see you there!

🎟️ Grab your tickets and join the fun: https://givebutter.com/JHTrivia2026

Let's put our knowledge to the test while making a difference together! 💙

10/22/2026

🌟 Celebrating Our Very Own Hero, Kenny Ngo! 🌟

Join us in congratulating Kenny Ngo on being recognized as one of New Jersey Association of Community Providers - NJACP 2026 Heroes! 💙

Kenny consistently goes above and beyond in his role at JESPY House, demonstrating dedication, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to supporting our clients and his fellow team members.

We are incredibly proud of Kenny and the positive impact he makes every day. His hard work, compassion, and commitment to helping others achieve greater independence are what make him a true HERO in our JESPY community! ❤️

Congratulations, Kenny!We are so lucky to have you as part of the JESPY family! 👏🎉

Address

76 South Orange Avenue, Suite 205
South Orange, NJ
07079

Website

http://www.jespyhouse.org/

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