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Broughton House is a shelter for homeless men and women with HIV that opened in February 1990. Unlike many other states, New Jersey’s highest proportion of people affected by the HIV virus are IV drug users.  These individuals, by virtue of their use of illegal drugs, have either been involved with the criminal justice system or are at risk for this kind of involvement.  They do not have the personal, financial or social resources that many other HIV infected individuals have.

Broughton House provides a safe and secure environment for up to thirty-four men and women living with HIV or AIDS.  The program emphasizes strengthening their physical and mental health.  While serving as transitional housing, Broughton House been the last home for a number of residents.

In December of 1992, Broughton House began serving as a halfway house for HIV positive Pre-release state inmates who are in need of the special services – both medical and supportive - that the program offers.  On average Broughton House has six inmates who live here until parole.

Residents are required to be ambulatory and capable of self-care.  The facility consists of seven dormitory style rooms with dividers separating each room into five semi-private areas.  Residents are provided with three meals a day. They are encouraged to participate in substance abuse treatment programs and consultants provide in-house health and mental health services.

In addition to caring for their physical and emotional needs, the program provides opportunities for recreation in the house as well as in the community.  There are also educational programs and in-house twelve step programs.  The program provides transportation for clients Monday through Friday.

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