Welcome to Ocean’s Harbor House, a safe haven for youth.
If you know of any youth between the ages of 10-21
who is homeless and in crisis, please call
the Shelter Hotline at (732) 929-0660.
To reach the administration office, please call 732.929.0096
UPCOMING EVENTS
Sign up for the 22nd Annual Ride for New Beginnings: July 11-15, 2018.
Open Arms
A Night of Psychic Entertainment
Featuring renowned mentalist Ted Saint James
May 09, 2018 – 6:00pm
"It’s time to come in out of the darkness."
We understand that it’s not your fault, and the world when you are unprepared is indeed dark, cold and loud.
Harbor House, an IRS certified 501(c)(3) non-profit agency, staffed by caring experts, provides you with more than shelter. We freely give you the full, individualized support you need to begin your healthy, happy and ultimately successful life’s journey.
Through generous community donations and involvement, Harbor House provides life assistance for homeless youth or those living in troubled circumstances. Please explore our site and contact us with any questions.
VIDEO Homeless & At-Risk Teens Seek Shelter at Harbor House
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AT HARBOR HOUSE:
We have the following career opportunities available:
Full-time Resident Counselor / Overnight Counselor
Part-time Resident Counselor / Overnight Counselor
Latest News
We took a trip to Jon Bon Jovi’s Soul Kitchen
Left to Right: Dawn Samaritano, Finance Manager, Jhanna Even, Director of Development, and Mary Teresa Bijeau, Director of Administration recently visited Jon Bon Jovi’s Soul Kitchen where patrons can have a three-course meal for $20 or, if unable to pay, can volunteer their time at the restaurant.
THANK YOU TO THE METEDECONK SAILING CLUB!
The Metedeconk Sailing Club in Brick raised over $6,200 at a women’s sailing event on Sunday benefiting Harbor House.
The event was a tremendous success entailing dozens of volunteers and supporters.
We are so grateful for the donations and the opportunity to tell our story of helping homeless youth in crisis in Ocean & Monmouth Counties.

Thank you to Two River Community Bank!
They presented Harbor House with a $1,000 check in conjunction with their Grand Opening in Toms River.
The check was presented to Jhanna Even, Director of Development, Harbor House and John J. Piscal, Executive Director, Harbor House by Bill Moss, President, Two River Community Bank.
THANK YOU!
Toms River Door and Window Donates $500 to Harbor House!
Toms River Door and Window presented Harbor House with a $500 donation. Standing with Jhanna Even, Director of Development, are Robert and Jerry Mikaelian, owners.
THANK YOU!
Open Arms and Extended Arms Donates $27,500 to Harbor House!
On December 8, Harbor House was presented with a check for $27,500 from Open Arms and Extended Arms, a nonprofit that has been supporting us for over 30 years. It was a wonderful event and we are so grateful for all their efforts. Thank you to all of the Open Arms and Extended Arms members on behalf of everyone at Harbor House.
THANK YOU!
Feeling Swell Donates $10,000 to Harbor House!
Brian Barr from Feeling Swell T-Shirts presented a check to Ocean’s Harbor House for $10,000 through t-shirt sales over the summer. He will continue supporting Harbor House through a food drive in the fall and winter. Thank you Brian for your tremendous efforts and your support of the kids at Harbor House. read more
Our Partners
Testimonials
"I have recently met my niece for the first time and learned that her difficult life was made very much safer and happier by love from Harbor House years ago. Thank you for what you do. Never doubt the value of what your connection to these people means in the short term and the long term as well. Love to you all."
"My name is Anthony. I am a former resident at Harbor House not just once but almost a dozen times. I was one of those teens who was always finding new ways to get in trouble. During my first time staying at the shelter back in 1999, I was jumping up and down on the bed throwing glow sticks or setting off the alarms. Even after all the stuff I did, I always had a safe place to stay. All of the staff genuinely cared about the teens' lives they touched. The staff at Harbor House raised me and helped me become the person I am today. I recently completed my GED and am now enrolled in one of the top tier automotive trade schools in Nashville, Tennessee. I want to thank the staff at Harbor House past - and present - you guys made a huge difference in my life and so many others."