PHOTOS BY MICHAEL GARBER
West End Intergenerational Residence
483 West End Avenue
New York, NY 10024
Tel (212) 873-6300, Fax (212) 496-1474
www.intergenerational.org
WEST END
INTERGENERATIONAL
RESIDENCE
BRIDGING THE GENERATIONS
Founded in 1989, the West End
Intergenerational Residence
is a unique mixed-age housing
facility catering to three generations.
L I V I N G O U T T H E L AT E R Y E A R S
West End serves:
WITH DIGNITY AND COMFORT
Young homeless mothers aged 18–24 with one or two
West End also provides dignified affordable permanent
children aged 7 and under. All families are referred by
housing with supportive services to formerly homeless
the New York City Department of Homeless Services.
and low-income older adults. Quality of life is a primary
focus as we work with our older residents, many of
whom have experienced a renewed interest in life
H E L P I N G YO U N G FA M I L I E S
through contact and friendship with our staff and
Through comprehensive in-residence social service,
young families.
educational, and child development programs, we
prepare homeless adolescent and young adult women
Essential services for our elderly population are:
Single low-income adults aged 55 years and older who
are capable of independent living, are free of alcohol/
drug dependence and are without severe psychiatric
disorders. Applicants may be referred by the New York
City Department of Homeless Services or communitybased organizations.
with children for effective lives as parents and
– On-site Gerontologist
Our success depends on the courage of our residents,
contributing members of society.
– Case Management and Entitlement Advocacy
the commitment of our staff and the continued support
– On-site Medical Services
of caring people like you.
West End offers an extensive array of services
to young homeless families including
– Health and Legal Workshops
– Foster Grand-Parenting Opportunities
Please send your contribution to:
– Casework Counseling
– Recreational Programs
West End Intergenerational Residence
– Housing Readiness and Placement
– Collaborative Vacation Program
483 West End Avenue, New York, NY 10024
– On-site GED Program
Bridging the generations has fostered socialization,
Tel (212) 873-6300; Fax (212) 496-1474
– Early Childhood Education Programs
understanding and caring among our residents.
www.intergenerational.org
– On-site Medical Clinic
– Parenting Skills Classes
– Women’s Empowerment Program
– Collaborative Internship Program
– Recreational Activities
West End is more
than a housing facility.
It is a Community!
Your gift to West End is tax-deductible.
You can obtain an annual financial statement from
West End or the Office of Charities Registration,
New York Department of State, Albany, NY 12231.