Founded in 2020, the Paterson Healing Collective (PHC) is New Jersey’s premier organization centered on healing. PHC has since emerged as a beacon of hope amidst the turmoil of violence, rooted in the halls of St. Joseph’s University Medical Center in Paterson, NJ.
Our mission at the Paterson Healing Collective is to provide compassionate support and holistic care to those impacted by violence, fostering healing and resilience in our community.
Through a comprehensive suite of services, we create strategies and innovative approaches to reduce violence and promote healing throughout our region.
We aim for a community where everyone can heal from violence, finding peace within themselves and their surroundings. We strive to break the cycle of violence, fostering empathy, understanding, and support. Our vision is for all Paterson residents to move towards healing, creating a resilient, unified community.
Our mission and vision transcend beyond intervention; it embodies a commitment to transformation and healing. When tragedy strikes and a gunshot reverberates through our community, we stand ready, offering solace and support to the wounded. But our work goes beyond mere assistance; it is a call to heal and a plea to break the cycle of violence and retaliation.
Since our inception, the Paterson Healing Collective has stood as a devoted caretaker of our community’s wellbeing, offering support and guidance to those in need.
Our Intervention Workers serve as mentors, guiding youth, young adults and families towards healing and the realization of their aspirations and dreams.
Through our community-based violence intervention efforts, we strive to restore peace and promote alternatives to violence.
Our multidisciplinary approach, combining the expertise of medical professionals with the wisdom of trusted community partners, ensures that every individual receives the care and support they deserve. At St. Joseph’s Hospital, our interventionists stand as guardians of healing, connecting victims and their families to vital support services.
Through support groups facilitated by mental health specialists and case managers, survivors can find sanctuary and have a safe space to share their stories and embark on the journey towards healing.
The Paterson Healing Collective is more than an organization; it is a lifeline, a beacon of hope in times of darkness.
With every intervention, every connection made, we inch closer to creating a future characterized by peace, empathy, and healing.
By setting and working towards these goals, the Paterson Healing Collective will further amplify our impact, empower more individuals, and contribute to building a safer, more resilient community for all.
One of our most striking achievements lies in its ability to halve the number of new emergency room admissions for gunshot victimization — an accomplishment that speaks volumes about our effectiveness in addressing the root causes of violence.
By providing critical direct services to Passaic County residents and conducting over 300 bedside visits, we have demonstrated a commitment to meeting survivors where they are and offering them the compassionate care they deserve.
The Collective’s impact extends far beyond immediate intervention. Through our mentoring program for Paterson’s youth and collaboration with the school system, we are nurturing the next generation, equipping them with the tools to navigate life’s challenges and break the cycle of violence.
The Collective ensures that access to mental health services is not a privilege but a right, offering free support to all its clients. This holistic approach to healing is reflected in our impressive re-injury rate of less than one percent—a testament to the dedication and expertise of our multidisciplinary team.
Comprised of medical professionals, academics, survivors, and advocates, the Collective embodies the power of community-driven action. Together, we work tirelessly to promote healing, advocate for change, and build a future where violence is a distant memory.
As the Collective continues to host community events and empower individuals impacted by violence, we invite others to join our mission. Together, we strive to create a safer, more resilient community—one where healing, hope, and the promise of a violence-free society prevail.
Joining hands with the Paterson Healing Collective isn’t just an invitation; it’s a call to be part of something truly impactful, profound, and inspirational.
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