Care on the Corner offically opened its doors  during  celebration and recognition ceremonies held October 11, 2003, at 333  Franklin Avenue in Hasbrouck Heights.

Care on the Corner is a resource  center providing  social services for the under-served and  under-represented people in this area.

The Boy Scouts provided the Honor Guard. Dedication began with welcoming remarks by  Carol Haefele and  introductions by Cathie Studwell.  The Rev. Joe Picard said the  opening prayer.  Assemblywoman Rose Marie Heck presented a NJ  Assembly Proclamation. There  was an official ribbon cutting at the front  door.

The assembly then  proceeded throughout the former rectory, were the space was  reconfigured  into: community space and meeting rooms; library and quiet area; hospitality hub (kitchen); computer lab, work room; and  administration office.

The  days activities included:

1:00 p.m. -- A community art exhibit and  project, face painting, facility tours and  refreshments.
2:00 p.m. -- Ribbon cutting ceremony and formal  dedication.
2:30 p.m. -- Kids on the Corner performance and guest musician, followed by outside activities
4:00 p.m. -- "Let a Joyful  Song Arise" Community Choir Concert.
5:30 p.m.  -- Reception