Remembering the victims and families of 9/11 and the thousands of first responders and others that have passed since related to the attack— those from our Jersey City, New Jersey Community and beyond. Many of us remember September 11th, 2001, the day our worlds changed, as if it were yesterday.

As a Black female CEO & founder of Partake Foods, Jersey City Denise Woodward is passionate about raising awareness of Black and female entrepreneurship and increasing opportunity for women and people of color seeking careers in the food industry. Food and beverage has a colorful future, and Denise is dedicated to mentoring up and coming leaders and students excited to forge their paths in the industry. 

Having a baby is life changing and the Lord Abbett Maternity Wing completely recognizes that. Everything about the new addition to the hospital is focused around providing a family-centric, positive birthing experience and fostering a strong sense of community in each babies’ very first moments. In an effort to make every patient’s stay as comfortable as possible, each suite is equipped with cutting-edge technologies and lush touches to make your stay the enjoyable experience that it should be. Additional special amenities available upon request.

As a native New Yorker, making the shift from the Bushwick bustle to quiet life in the City was just what Nicole, and her husband Bobby, had in mind when they first found out they were pregnant. In search of a neighborhood that was a little quieter and more family oriented than their previous home while still being in close proximity to their work in Manhattan, Jersey City was a natural fit.

For four years, the Nicole Long and her family have made The Heights their home. Nicole, a Senior Creative Project Manager for a larger beauty brand based in New York City, and Bobby, a musician and songwriter, have lived in Jersey City since 2013. Welcoming, diverse, exciting. Three words that Nicole D’Anna Long uses to describe the City that she has grown to love. A neighborhood that was a little quieter and more family oriented than their previous home while still being in close proximity to their work in Manhattan, Jersey City and The Heights was a natural fit.

A look at the ways our Jersey City local businesses have adapted, changed, and showed up day in and out to support the community. Showing up for our Jersey City community in the midst of challenging times helped us stay connected, and while we might not all understand what the other is going through, we can stand alongside them and support.

Get to know Finally Home with our Finally Home Brand Video. Shining a light on the Jersey City businesses, artists and entrepreneurs who are contributing to the local culture. Through our City Guide and Member & Business profiles we aim to be an inspiring resource for those looking to discover the best of local living. Where to Eat, Where to Visit, Where to live and family resources.

Member Profile: A Personal Perspective From Simmone Taitt on being a Black Woman and CEO. Finally Home and Jersey City Community member, Simmone Taitt shares a personal note about being a black woman and CEO and shines a light on institutional racism within the maternal healthcare system.

Last night, in a massive show of solidarity, Jersey City came together, strong and united, to stand up with the Black community in protest of police brutality and racial injustice. While the images of Jersey City Police Officers and thousands of community members calmly kneeling in support fill me with immense pride and love for my city, I am acutely aware this is a minor part in a long path to true racial equality. One that requires each of us to play our part, use our voice and stand-up against hate. Now is the time we have to ask ourselves, how can we do more, how we can each be part of this long needed change.

The inspiring stories that deserve to be celebrated, preserved and admired. With every profile we highlight, story we share and the history uncovered, you fall more in love with Jersey City, New Jersey. Everything you need to know about living in Jersey City and the neighborhood perspectives that lead you there

The inspiring Jersey City stories that deserve to be celebrated, preserved and admired. It’s the neighborhood businesses who prioritize the integrity of their craft and the comfort of their patrons above all else. It’s the food that fills our hearts and souls, the backdrop to our daily lives and the places that become an extension of home. Above all, it is everything that makes us proud to be part of this city  the incredible community of people.

Finally Home Jersey City member Profiles: Irina Schneid, founder Impact Wrkshp Project. a twelve-week social-advocacy fellowship for graduate students. A professor at The Pratt Institute , Irina Schneid focuses on teaching her students the importance of designing for impactful change and community and through Impact Wrkshp she’s bringing that important mission locally.

At Finally Home Storytelling is a religion and tradition that we believe in. Everyone has a story to tell, it’s in telling that story there is healing that happens. Not only for the storyteller but for those listening as well. By unearthing our lived experiences, we discover the unique gifts we hold, common challenges we share, and new insights that help us see things in new ways. It’s because of storytelling and of having a safe space to tell that story that we are all about furthering the mission of Poppy Seed Health. Founder, Simmone Taitt discovered the power of emotional and mental support after her own devastating miscarriage in 2016. It was her own lived experience that fueled her mission of making that type of support, information, and experience sharing to the millions of birthing people across the country and the world. She founded Poppy Seed Health as a telehealth solution to transform the way we care for mothers, parents, and caregivers regardless of where their journey begins and where it leads.

An inside look at the home of Annie & David Trotta of Whealth & Co and their story.

You may be familiar with the amazing, healthy food offering that Whealth & Co offers. Owner David Trotta and wife Annie Evans originally met at Jack's Coffee in the West Village over some brief and flirty exchanges years before their first date. Annie accepted a job position in Miami working for a Tech Startup and David continued on towards his goal of building Whealth & Co. It took years before they reconnected through an online dating app, leading to what Annie’s describes as “The most Epic first date in Jersey City and the rest is history…”

Now married and parents to Baby Boy Wells, they enlisted the help of friend and design maven - Irina Schneid of Scharc Studio - to create the perfect Nursery and Guest Room that reflected their fun-loving lifestyle and new parenting roles.

Our At Home series takes you through the homes of some of our local members. Having a home that meets our needs, gives us comfort and support means we can turn our focus towards other parts of our lives - raising a family, building a business, developing a craft and more.

Bright and airy in décor and vibrant in atmosphere, Sch+Arc Studio and Impact wrkshp owner Irina Schneid’s home is the perfect example of establishing a sense of place that her family can thrive in. As an Architect and Pratt Professor Irina has a fundamental understanding of the importance of understanding the history of your home and preserving the beauty and sometimes nuances that come with living in a historic building. Exposed brick walls, big airy windows are balanced with modern details are beautiful finishes.

When we focus on what makes us happy we create a life of meaning. And that begins at home.

Our voices, our questions, our choices. Collectively we are setting the course for the world in which we live and love. May our events continue to leave you more informed and inspired - and most importantly - together.