Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, Inc. (FREE) is a well-established nonprofit organization based on Long Island, New York. Founded in 1977, FREE's mission is to support individuals of all abilities, including those with intellectual/developmental disabilities, mental illness, and traumatic brain injury, to reach their full potential and thrive within their communities. The organization is a large-scale provider of state-of-the-art services, serving over 4,000 individuals through a network of residential and community-based programs.
The services offered by FREE are comprehensive and person-centered. A core component of their work is providing diverse housing opportunities, which range from 24-hour supervised community residences to apartment treatment programs and
supported housing for individuals who are more independent. In addition to housing, FREE offers a variety of support programs, including recovery services, transition-to-work programs, and supported employment to help individuals find and maintain meaningful work. The organization also provides day services, community and family support, respite care, crisis services, and after-school support.
A significant part of FREE's service offerings is its clinical component. The organization operates a mental health clinic for individuals aged 6 and older and provides integrated outpatient behavioral health services. These clinical services, along with their residential and employment programs, are designed to be recovery-oriented and help individuals maximize their independence and enhance their quality of life. The organization's motto, "Reach High | Achieve More," reflects its commitment to empowering the people it supports. While the specific address provided is for a residential property, it is part of the broader network of services offered by the larger nonprofit clinic, Family Residences and Essential Enterprises.
