The Red Door Place Launches "Bridging the Gap" Mental Health Support Program

Greenwich Village, New York, April 24, 2024 – The Red Door Place (RDP) is pleased to introduce "Bridging the Gap" (BTG), a new mental health support program aimed at enhancing the well-being of our community. This service will begin May 7, 2024 and will happen during our normal pantry hours Tuesday, 2:00pm to 5:00pm.

Key features of the BTG program include:

-On-site Mental Health Referral: Clients will receive personalized assessments and connections to mental health resources through the NYC 988 crisis helpline.

-On-site Benefits Support: Dedicated assistance with enrollment in federal and state benefit programs including SNAP and Medicaid as well as services offered by NYC agency resources.

 - Legal Referral Coordinator: Dedicated assistance in identifying and scheduling appointments at local organizations that can offer guidance on a variety of legal issues such as immigration, evictions, and other challenges. 

The BTG program will operate alongside RDP's Food Pantry program on Tuesdays at our Greenwich Village location, anticipating serving over 1000 individuals and providing 3000 hours of support in 2024.

Teresa Concepcion, Executive Director of The Red Door Place, emphasizes, "Bridging the Gap reflects our commitment to holistic care and community well-being."

For more information about the BTG program, please contact bridgetgapny@gmail.com.