Our House Opens 26,000-Sq.-Ft. Facility in New Providence

For the first time in its 46-year history, Our House nonprofit has consolidated all operations under a single roof. On September 25, 2026, the organization opened a 26,000-square-foot facility at 41 Spring Street in New Providence, bringing together day programs, administrative staff, and support services that had previously been split between sites on Central Avenue and in Livingston.

A HISTORIC CONSOLIDATION

"For the first time in our 46-year history, everyone who makes Our House possible is under one roof," said Michele DelCorsano, Our House's president and CEO. "The employees who work behind the scenes, the ones who are on the front lines, our participants."

The idea began simply. DelCorsano spotted a "For Lease" sign on Spring Street and brought the concept to Natalie Tortorello with two words: "Hear me out." The team toured the space, and the commitment followed. Staff moved into the building by mid-August 2026, roughly six weeks before the grand opening ceremony.

TWO DAY PROGRAMS UNDER ONE ROOF

The new facility houses two comprehensive day programs serving about 210 participants each weekday, with operations running from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Volunteer Action Program serves adults who are active in the community through volunteering and outings. Participants deliver Meals on Wheels to homebound residents each week and prepare sandwiches and lunches for Covenant House, a partnership that also provides job skills training.

Hope Autism Solutions serves participants who need more one-on-one care and guidance, with dedicated spaces including an art room, library, quiet rooms, sensory rooms, and space for behavioral specialists.

A second SkillsUp Pre-Vocational Training Program, which helps participants build workplace skills including communication, teamwork, and responsibility, will also be housed in the building.

FACILITY DESIGN SUPPORTS PROGRAMMING

The building's physical layout supports diverse programming needs. Training kitchens are equipped with sinks, dishwashers, washers, and dryers. A retail training area allows participants to practice customer service and money management. Game rooms and a large program area with retractable partitions can be divided for smaller groups or opened for larger events.

The facility also features a secured vestibule entrance and houses Our House's administrative offices. DelCorsano credited the design team and builders: "ENV Architecture + Design and Unity Construction Services are the dynamic duo that made this dream come to a reality."

TRANSPORTATION AND COMMUNITY INTEGRATION

A fleet of about 140 vans picks up participants each morning from their group homes spread across Union, Somerset, Essex, and Middlesex counties, bringing them to the day program. Every Friday, participants share a lunch tradition at a local restaurant. Throughout the week, activities include karaoke, arts and crafts, cooking classes, and gardening at the group homes.

Union County Life has been covering community services, nonprofits, and local infrastructure across all 21 Union County municipalities. Our House's new facility represents a significant step forward in consolidating and strengthening services for a vulnerable population.

FUNDING AND FUTURE NEEDS

Most of Our House's programs are funded through Medicaid. The organization's foundation raises money for needs that public funding does not cover, with transportation identified as one of the largest funding needs. A basic wheelchair-accessible van costs about $75,000. The foundation recently funded a wheelchair-accessible vehicle when a participant began needing a wheelchair permanently.

COMMUNITY CELEBRATION

Assemblyman Andrew Macurdy, Council President Nadine Geoffroy (representing the mayor), and former Assemblywoman Michelle Matsikoudis attended the grand opening ceremony. DelCorsano addressed those gathered: "This building may have walls, windows and now bathrooms and kitchens, but it is your support that brought it to life."

7. FAQ

What is Our House?
Our House is a nonprofit organization serving adults with developmental disabilities and autism. The organization operates 21 group homes across Union, Somerset, and Essex counties, plus day programs that help participants develop life skills, work skills, and community integration.

What services does Our House provide?
Our House provides residential group homes, day programs (Volunteer Action Program, Hope Autism Solutions, and SkillsUp Pre-Vocational Training), transportation services, and community engagement activities including volunteering, cooking, arts and crafts, and recreational programs.

Where is Our House's new facility located?
The new facility is located at 41 Spring Street in New Providence, New Jersey.

When did Our House open the new facility?
Our House opened the new 26,000-square-foot facility on September 25, 2026.

Why is this facility significant?
For the first time in Our House's 46-year history, all operations—including day programs, administrative staff, and support services—are consolidated under one roof. Previously, operations were split between sites on Central Avenue and in Livingston.

How many people attend Our House's day programs?
About 210 people attend Our House's day programs each weekday.

What is the Volunteer Action Program?
The Volunteer Action Program serves adults who are active in the community. Participants deliver Meals on Wheels to homebound residents each week and prepare sandwiches and lunches for Covenant House, a nonprofit serving homeless individuals.

What is Hope Autism Solutions?
Hope Autism Solutions serves participants who need more one-on-one care and guidance, with specialized spaces for art, a library, quiet rooms, sensory therapy, and behavioral support.

What transportation does Our House provide?
Our House operates a fleet of about 140 vans, including wheelchair-accessible vehicles, to pick up participants from their group homes each morning and bring them to day programs.

How are Our House's programs funded?
Most programs are funded through Medicaid. The organization also has a foundation that raises money for needs not covered by public funding, with transportation identified as the largest funding need.

How much does a wheelchair-accessible van cost?
A basic wheelchair-accessible van costs about $75,000.