Newbridge Place provides 24 hour care and long term housing to people with chronic mental illnesses whose independent functioning is impaired. Residents typically suffer from severe and persistent mental illnesses such as paranoid schizophrenia, bipolar disorders, major affective disorders, and PTSD.   Many of the individuals served are dual diagnosed with drug and alcohol dependence and/ or suffer from physical limitations. Due to the unique 24- hour staffing, training, and dedication to this population, many of the residents succeed in maintaining more independent living.  These residents are therefore at a lesser risk of hospitalization, jail, or homelessness.