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
NewBridge Services, Inc., a non-profit community organization founded in 1963, provides innovative mental health, substance abuse, housing, children’s and senior services and education programs. Whether dealing with stress, grief, or substance abuse or in need of parenting, relationship or caregiving advice, NewBridge offers counseling programs, educational forums and life-enriching services to help people bring balance to their lives. For more information call 973-686-2200 or click here.