Straight Arrow Horizons

Our Programs

Straight Arrow Horizons offers a coordinated set of programs designed to help young adults build stability, independence, safety, and confidence as they transition into adulthood.

1

Structured Transitional Living & Readiness Program

Straight Arrow Horizons is developing a structured transitional living program for young adults ages 18–24 who are working toward greater independence and long-term stability.

Our housing model will combine a stable living environment with structure, accountability, life-skills development, and ongoing support. Participants are expected to follow program guidelines, maintain responsibility, and actively work toward personal, financial, and housing stability.

Housing placements are not currently available. SAH is accepting inquiries and building a preliminary interest list while housing development continues.

✓ Stable housing within a structured program environment
✓ Clear expectations and participant accountability
✓ Life-skills development and readiness support
✓ Guidance toward employment, education, and long-term stability
✓ Ongoing check-ins and progress-based support
✓ Résumé and interview preparation
✓ Employment and training referrals
✓ Workplace readiness and job-retention support
2

Youth Prevention & Awareness Program

Identify & Avoid: The Four Dangers

This educational program helps young adults recognize and avoid four serious dangers that can disrupt their safety, stability, and future: homelessness, human trafficking, incarceration, and substance abuse.

Through practical discussions, real-life examples, and prevention-focused guidance, participants learn how risks develop, how the dangers can be connected, and how to make safer, more informed decisions.

✓ Recognizing warning signs and risk factors
✓ Homelessness prevention and housing awareness
✓ Human-trafficking awareness and personal safety
✓ Incarceration prevention and responsible decision-making
✓ Substance-abuse awareness and prevention
✓ Knowing when and how to seek help
3

Identity & Vital Documents Assistance Program

Straight Arrow Horizons helps young adults understand the process of obtaining or replacing the essential documents needed to pursue employment, education, housing, benefits, and other opportunities.

We provide non-legal guidance, application support, and help connecting participants with the appropriate government agencies and community resources. Assistance is based on individual circumstances and agency requirements.

✓ Birth-certificate application guidance
✓ Social Security card replacement guidance
✓ State identification application support
✓ Help identifying acceptable proof documents
✓ Mailing-address resource navigation
✓ Connections to appropriate agencies and resources

Building Stability Beyond Housing

Our goal is not simply to provide a place to stay. Straight Arrow Horizons helps young adults strengthen their safety, secure essential documents, develop practical skills, and build the responsibility and confidence needed for lasting independence.

Connect With Straight Arrow Horizons

📍 Mailing Address
300 Main Street, Suite 21
Madison, NJ 07940
📧 Email
info@straightarrowhorizons.org
📞 Phone
(732) 860-5205
(732) 783-4016
🕒 Hours
Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Service Area

We serve eligible young adults statewide across New Jersey.

Emergency & Crisis Support

Straight Arrow Horizons is not an emergency shelter, crisis-response service, or immediate-placement provider. We do not provide on-demand housing, emergency transportation, or urgent intervention.

If you or someone you know is experiencing an immediate crisis:

Call 911 — Life-Threatening Emergency Call 988 — Mental Health & Crisis Support Call 211 — NJ Community Resources

Straight Arrow Horizons focuses on transitional living, readiness, guidance, and long-term stability rather than emergency intervention.