Specialized Housing Programs for Diverse Communities

Every person's path to self-actualization looks different. Our programs meet people where they are and provide individualized support rooted in Housing, Healing, and Purpose.

Our Three-Pillar Approach Across All Programs

Every Pyramid House Foundation program is built on the same proven foundation:

HOUSING

Safe, stable housing removes the crisis of homelessness and creates the foundation for growth

HEALING

Comprehensive wellness support addresses trauma and builds resilience for mind, body, and spirit

PURPOSE

Social enterprises and community engagement create skills, confidence, and economic independence

The pillars remain constant. The application adapts to each community we serve.

Current Programs

Muladhara Reentry Program

Transitional Housing for Individuals Rebuilding After Incarceration

Named for the Sanskrit word meaning "foundation" or "root," Muladhara House provides the stable ground formerly incarcerated individuals need to rebuild their lives with dignity and purpose.

Who We Serve: Adults reentering the community after incarceration
Housing Model: Transitional housing with flexible, individualized support
Capacity: 7 residents
Location: Orange, New Jersey

Three Pillars in Action:

  • Housing: Safe transitional home with support until residents secure independent housing

  • Healing: Healing circles, individual therapy, and trauma-informed care

  • Purpose: Brick City Candy social enterprise teaching entrepreneurial and business skills

Community Inclusion Program

Services for Adults with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities.

Our Community Inclusion Program offers adults with I/DD the opportunity to build independent living skills, promote wellness, and foster meaningful community connections through 25+ monthly activities.

Who We Serve: Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Service Model: DDD-approved activities with flexible à la carte options
Service Area: Essex County, NJ

Three Pillars in Action:

  • Housing: Independent living skills training (cooking, budgeting, meal planning, home management)

  • Healing: Art therapy, nature walks, yoga, wellness activities, sensory-friendly experiences

  • Purpose: Volunteer work, job skills training, sports, recreation, civic engagement

Future Programs: Expanding Our Impact

Our three-pillar model is designed to serve any population experiencing housing insecurity and marginalization. We are actively developing programs for:

Coming Soon

  • Manipura Gardens - Agricultural social enterprise where Community Inclusion participants implement farm to table experiences.

  • Respite for I/DD participants

  • Additional specialized housing programs for other marginalized populations

In Development

We're exploring program expansion to serve:

  • Veterans experiencing housing instability

  • Youth aging out of foster care

  • Survivors of domestic violence

  • Individuals with mental health challenges

  • Other communities facing housing insecurity

Interested in partnering to develop new programs?

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Why Choose Pyramid House Foundation?

Holistic, Integrated Support

We don't just address one need—we provide housing, healing, and purpose simultaneously for exponentially better outcomes.

Evidence-Based Model

Our approach combines Housing First principles, trauma-informed care, social enterprise, and person-centered practices.

Proven Results

Our residents and participants don't just survive—they thrive, achieving independence, economic self-sufficiency, and self-actualization.

Individualized Approach

Every person's journey is unique. We provide flexible, customized support that honors individual needs, strengths, and goals.

Community Integration

We believe in real experiences in real community settings—not isolated facilities or segregated services.

Ongoing Support

Our commitment doesn't end when participants leave our programs. We maintain connections and provide support for long-term success.

Safe, Supportive, & Empowering

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Access to affordable and adequate housing is a basic human right, yet many people struggle to find or maintain a decent place to live. Every donation, volunteer hour, and partnership helps us expand our capacity to serve more individuals. Join us to change the narrative.

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