Personalized support for people with intellectual disabilities.
Deeply rooted in the Brooklyn community since 1971
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Saturday, October 5, 2025
South Street Seaport, Pier 16
New York, NY
10:00 Opening Ceremonies
Paul J. Cooper is a proud participant in the annual Autism Speaks Empower Walk & 5k Run. This is the world’s largest fundraising event dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with autism today while driving innovative solutions for tomorrow.
Participants can join their community to walk or run, raising vital funds, increasing awareness, and showing what true inclusion and belonging look like. Together, we’re creating a brighter, more inclusive future for all.
Pictured here is Stachee Matthew, CEO of Paul J. Cooper Center for Human Services.
Paul J. Cooper is dedicated to creating an environment where residents can thrive.
Paul J. Cooper is a well-established human services organization that has a visible impact on the community we serve. Our unique residential experience provides individuals with intellectual disabilities the opportunity to flourish in a meaningfully engaged and participatory environment. Through a process of skills development, we encourage individuals to become independent and self-sufficient and assist them in finding their place within the community.
The staff of Paul J. Cooper works tirelessly to ensure that the agency achieves its mission of providing high-quality services for all.
Why Paul J. Cooper?
Although we were founded in 1971, we continue to evolve, responding to the current needs of the people we serve in our community.
Paul J. Cooper and our individuals share a common characteristic which is; Resilience. The ability to function well in the face of adversity, and accept our reality without allowing it to reduce us. Not only do we survive, we thrive.
Paul J. Cooper looks beyond someone’s disability and sees each individual as a whole person. Identifying each individual's uniqueness through person-centered planning helps our staff adhere to desired personal outcomes based on the individual’s life goals, interests, strengths, abilities, desires, and preferences.
Residential Programs provide homes and 24/7 supportive services.
The Paul J. Cooper Residential Program provides homes and supportive services to individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities needing 24-hour direct care and support.
Licensed by the New York State Office of People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD), PJC operates an Intermediate Care Facility (ICF), Individualized Residential Alternatives (IRA) programs, and a Community Habilitation Program.
Make a Difference.
Make a difference by making a donation to Paul J. Cooper. With your contribution, PJC can continue to provide support for neighbors and members of our community.
Our target is to raise ($100,000) from champions of our mission, like yourself, during the 2023 fiscal year.
Emergency Information
In case of emergency, information, including safety protocols, will be found here. Please check back here for any updates.
Direct Call Messaging Center 718.484.5831
This is a 24/7 live operating call service that will act as a staff directory. This number will provide emergency directives from the CEO as well as allow callers to leave a detailed message in the event of an emergency.
Be informed, learn more about our preventative Emergency Protocols.
Be sure to read our Code of Conduct for more information.
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