NewBridge Co-Founder Receives Award on 45th Anniversary

Pompton Plains, NJ- April 7, 2008 - Herb Irwin of Pompton Plains was presented the 2008 Helping People Move Forward award for his role in founding NewBridge in 1963. Mr. Irwin was a decorated war hero who was present for the raising of the flag at Iwo Jima. The NewBridge award was presented by Robert L. Parker, Executive Director, NewBridge, at its annual gala on April 3 at The Villa in Mountain Lakes. NewBridge is a nonprofit provider of behavioral health and education programs and services for Morris and Passaic county residents. For more information about NewBridge, call toll-free (888) 746-9333 or click here.

About NewBridge Services
Founded in 1963, NewBridge Services, Inc. is a nonprofit community organization providing innovative programs and education services in five focus areas: mental health, substance abuse, housing, youth programs and senior assistance. Whether guiding people as they cope with stress, grief, or substance abuse, or providing advice to those with parenting, relationship or caregiving challenges, NewBridge helps people bring balance to their lives. For more information call 973-839-2520 or click here.