Project Renewal, Inc.
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October 10, 2012
The scanvan has a problem. I did use them up in Harlem twice but two years ago they were not at the address designated for my appointment, and again this morning the van was not there. I located it an hour later when I could no longer participate.
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How would you describe the help you got from this organization?
A little
How likely are you to recommend this organization to a friend?
No
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Badly
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
April 26, 2012
If one is homeless and hopeless, and seeking assistance to acquire housing and trying earnestly to change their life, then Project Renewal is one of the best places to accomplish that. I went there entirely by luck,and I am ever so glad I had done so. But here's the kicker, I had been there in the past and didn't follow the plan they helped me develop to bring me back on the right road, but NOOOOOOOOO!!! I had to find a way to do it my way, and of course my way didn't work at all. I was a resident at Project Renewal for 17 months, and the way I look at it, that was 17 months that I didn't have to sleep on the train, a park bench, Central booking, or hope for a bed in a mission. I am very very Grateful for the the good people and staff of Project Renewal who have shown me the way to overcome and live a better and more meaningful life. Project Renewal has a dedicated staff and can truly assist one, provided they are truly trying to live a better life. Since I've been a client at their shelter, my life has improved immeasurably, as has my health, my peace of mind, my familial relationships, my outlook and my immense gratitude. I have maintained permanent housing now for 4 years(through Project Renewal) and am thoroughly pleased that I had the patience to hear and to heed the guidance of the staff at Project Renewal. What a joy it is to Go Home each day. I Love it, and it became possible because of Project Renewal. I also wish to say that everyone I've seen who were in the shelter and was impatient to go through the process, did their best to sabotage their chances to obtain adequate housing and maintain sobriety are probably still in a shelter system process, trying to manipulate where they are going to end up, which is not possible. So for those who don't have the patience, don't bother, for those who wish to make a change in their life, step forward and let the process begin. Again I wish to thank Project Renewal for all they have done for me. From Darrell Bristow
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How would you describe the help you got from this organization?
Life-changing
How likely are you to recommend this organization to a friend?
Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Quite well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
1997
February 25, 2012
Unfortunately, I was turned away and told to make an appointment by your staff. I only wanted a routine mammogram and have insurance, just thought I could use your services. I went to the van @ approximately 12:25pm and was told they would be there till 3pm. given this business card and told to make an appointment, even though the flyer in my lobby said i need no appointment. in the future i wish they would specify by appointment only so people like myself don't feel embarrassed for asking for this type of service.
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How would you describe the help you got from this organization?
None
How likely are you to recommend this organization to a friend?
No
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Badly
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
January 16, 2012
Project Renewal provides mental and physical health services and support for homeless addicts in New York. They have effective job training and housing programs going back almost 40 years.
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Was your donation impactful?
Definitely
How likely is it that you would recommend that a friend donate to this group?
Definitely
How likely are you to donate to this group again?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011
November 7, 2011
My name is Jame Lovett. I currently live at Renewal House. I've been clean and sober for three years and have experience in the Social Service field. I have a criminal history but I've been completely rehabilitated. I'd like to if Project Renewal conducts criminal background checks, and if so, will my past be used against me, and prevent me from gettting hired if I applied? Thanks.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
It helped me improve the quality of my life
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There are no particular changes I would make..
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How would you describe the help you got from this organization?
A lot
How likely are you to recommend this organization to a friend?
Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2011
How did you find this group?
online
What, if any, change in your life has this group encouraged?
none
March 19, 2011
yes project renewal help me alot i was homeless in less than two months i was help by receiving a voucher and a lovely home thankyou new providence shelter on east 45street 2nd avenue i love your and miss everyone
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
of being homeless
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to help others
November 9, 2010
I have been a board member of Project Renewal since 1994. I am a psychiatrist who runs a training program for psychiatrists who plan careers in public sector organizations such as Project Renewal. This organization provides comprehensive rehabilitation services, including psychiatric, medical, housing, vocational and social services, to formerly homeless adults with severe mental illness and substance abuse problems. The agency is a beacon of hope for its clients, many of whom go on to work at the agency. It is one of the most respected agencies of its type in New York City.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
The impact on the lives of the people served by Project Renewal is life-changing
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
None
November 7, 2010
I have been a Board Member of Project Renewal for 13 years. Project Renewal's mission is to save lives by helping homeless men and women off the streets and into permanent housing. They provide a wealth of services for their clients - outreach, rehab, job training, job placement, supported permanent housing. In addition they run medical and dental clinics for the homeless and have medical vans to provide services to the homeless at various locations in New York. It is an extremely well managed organization with an amazing group of caring professionals who are extremely dedicated to improving the life of homeless men and women.
The Great!
I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
I have met with many of the graduates of our programs and seen what a difference Project Renewal has made in their lives. I have visited the successful housing projects where formerly homeless men and women can live safely and with dignity.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Clone it in other states.
November 5, 2010
I have been a donor for over 10 years and, before electing to give to Project Renewal, researched many similar non-profit organizations. To me, Project Renewal stood out - and continues to stand out - as an exceptionally efficient charity that is able to maximize its impact on the homeless community. Its mission is a powerful one, as it aims to reach out to and rehabilitate the homeless by instilling a sense of personal responsibility. To accomplish this, Project Renewal works to improve the mental and physical health and in cases sobriety of its clients by providing various treatment programs, housing, health assistance and ultimately means to employment. The ultimate goal - which I understand the organization has accomplished on behalf of thousands of New Yorkers - is to enable individuals to return to a self-sufficient life in society. Hence the name "Project Renewal."
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Following the incredible progress of individuals, the resurgence of self-esteem and return to society.
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I echo the other posts - work to get the word out
November 3, 2010
I've been a donor to Project Renewal for about 5 years now. My only regret is not hearing about them sooner. They seek out the "hardest to reach" homeless population and embrace them--they find them a home, counseling for addiction and/or mental illness, basic healthcare through their mobile health clinics (which saves our taxes paying for medicaid ER visits!). They either find them a job, or train them for a particular trade if they didn't have one. They help to make the homeless whole again. It's truly amazing how they transform lives, and at such a small cost.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Learning about the lives they transform is truly amazing.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Work to get the word out about the good work they do!
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