The Door-A Center Of Alternatives

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! The door has done so much for me it’s unbelievable. I came here last year with no ID. This year not only did I get my ID, I have a mailing address, a case manager, a therapist, meals three times a day, access to a food pantry, a shower, a toilet, a doctor, healthcare, EBT food stamps, A HOUSING VOUCHER? This place is really here for you, even if you just need a place to stay for a couple hours a day or if you need more help like I did- they got you. And some amazing food as well

Shevaugn is one of the best servers I have ever had. She is so pleasant and the food was amazing. I can’t wait to come back.

I found the door through a friend, who heard about a few services and we decided to check it out on a whim. It was the best decision I've made since moving to NYC. Every room is full of staff members who are kind, friendly and will do everything in their power to help. They remembered me and said hi every time I came in, even checking in about my current goals. If you know what you want, they will try to help you get it. From schooling, to clothing, to an incredibly cooked hot meal, the door has given me so much to be thankful for. While looking for a job I went to the art studio and fashion design classes and was able to create using their free materials. In doing so I found a safe space, and many friends. There are a handful of companies that offer resources to people, but I've never encounter a place that gives a warn sense of community like the door. I recommend it to everyone.

FREE YOUTH PROGRAM FOR AGES 12 - 25 Signed up & it’s a great help you accomplish something in life. (Sign Up Mon - Fri 2pm - 5pm) Just bring yourself NOTHING else. Provide everything FREE GED/ FASFA/ Career Training / Therapy & MUCH more !! just go on the website You can lead the horse to water but you can’t make them drink it !!

I used to ride freight trains and would spend part of every summer in NYC, this place helped me get food stamps, wash my clothes , shower, fed me daily , helped with medical issues, warrants, clothes, and a hep c study that paid me for the research. I am 34 now... the first time I went here I was 17, I am no longer homeless, this is one of the few drop in centers that made a positive impact on my life. Not to mention the needle exchange and letting me share my knowledge with others, it was NY first taste of helping with harm reduction and realizing that my knowledge was worth something, that I could help others. I am so thankful for this place and the people who I would see every summer.