Events from February 21, 2023 – May 19, 2023 – The New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities https://njcdd.org The NJCDD addresses these needs through systems change and capacity-building efforts that promote self-determination, integration and inclusion for people with developmental disabilities Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:34:23 +0000 en hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://njcdd.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/NJCDD-Logo.BottomBar-56.png Events from February 21, 2023 – May 19, 2023 – The New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities https://njcdd.org 32 32 Continuity of Care & Service Gaps Within Disability Systems https://njcdd.org/event/continuity-of-care-service-gaps-within-disability-systems/ Tue, 05 May 2026 16:00:00 +0000 https://njcdd.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=66943

Continuity of Care & Service Gaps within Disability Systems
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
12:00pm – 1:00pm (Zoom Webinar)

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The discussion will examine capacity and service gaps within disability service systems.
Workforce shortages disrupt care across all disability programs. The DHS Direct Care Workforce Strategic Plan—developed with Labor, DCF, Education, Consumer Affairs, and higher education partners—offers 40+ data-driven strategies to address the crisis and will serve as a framework for additional Caucus discussion.
Assemblywoman Aura K. Dunn, Caucus Co-Chair, will lead the discussion.

About the Caucus

Since 2020, the New Jersey Legislative Disability Caucus has served as a bipartisan forum within the New Jersey Legislature for lawmakers and their staff to consider the impact on the disability community when shaping ALL public policies in the Garden State through increased awareness and a greater understanding of the complexities of the disabilities service system and issues affecting individuals with disabilities and their families.

]]> From First Steps to School Success Understanding the Individualized Education Program (IEP) https://njcdd.org/event/from-first-steps-to-school-success-understanding-the-individualized-education-program-iep/ Wed, 13 May 2026 22:30:00 +0000 https://njcdd.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=66954

Navigating the Individualized Education Program (IEP) can feel overwhelming, especially for families just beginning their journey in early childhood or elementary education. This presentation is designed to break down the IEP process into clear, manageable steps so you can feel confident advocating for your child.

Together, we will explore the key components of an IEP and what each section means for your child’s education. The session will also focus on how to take a person-centered approach, ensuring the plan reflects your child’s unique strengths, needs, and goals rather than a one-size-fits-all model.

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In addition, we will discuss practical strategies for:

  • Identifying and requesting appropriate services and supports
  • Understanding how goals are developed and measured
  • Ensuring progress monitoring is meaningful and aligned with your child’s needs
  • Communicating effectively with your child’s IEP team

Whether you are new to the IEP process or looking to strengthen your advocacy skills, this session will provide useful tools, real-life examples, and guidance to help you support your child’s path to school success.

Multi-lingual closed captioning will be available. For more information, please contact Kerry McGrath at kerry.mcgrath@njcdd.org or 609-984-4516.

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Navegar por el Programa de Educación Individualizada (IEP) puede resultar abrumador, especialmente para las familias que recién comienzan su camino en la educación infantil o primaria. Esta presentación está diseñada para desglosar el proceso del IEP en pasos claros y manejables para que usted se sienta seguro al defender los derechos de su hijo.

Juntos, exploraremos los componentes clave de un PEI y lo que cada sección significa para la educación de su hijo. La sesión también se centrará en cómo adoptar un enfoque centrado en la persona, asegurando que el plan refleje las fortalezas, necesidades y metas únicas de su hijo, en lugar de un modelo único para todos.

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Además, hablaremos sobre estrategias prácticas para:

  • Identificar y solicitar los servicios y apoyos adecuados
  • Comprender cómo se desarrollan y miden las metas
  • Asegurar que el seguimiento del progreso sea significativo y esté alineado con las necesidades de su hijo
  • Comunicarse eficazmente con el equipo del PEI de su hijo

Ya sea que sea nuevo en el proceso del PEI o que desee fortalecer sus habilidades de defensa, esta sesión le brindará herramientas útiles, ejemplos de la vida real y orientación para ayudarlo a apoyar el camino de su hijo hacia el éxito escolar.

Se ofrecerán subtítulos en varios idiomas. Para más información, comuníquese con Kerry McGrath al correo electrónico kerry.mcgrath@njcdd.org o al teléfono 609-984-4516.

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NJCDD Hybrid Public Meeting

May 14, 2026 | 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM

The New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities (NJCDD) Hybrid Public Meeting will be held on Thursday, May 14, 2026, from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm at the Hilton Garden Inn, located at 800 US Route 130 in Hamilton, NJ. To make a public comment, please send your written comment to Jacinta.williams@njcdd.org by Wednesday, May 13, 2026.

During the meeting, Amy Deaville, Training and Technical Assistance Administrator at the Information and Technical Assistance Center for Councils (ITACC), will present on the Federal DD Act overview and the role of Councils. Additionally, Brenda Considine, consultant, will present an update on the status of the community blueprint. 

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Accommodation:
For in-person accommodations, language interpretation, and/or other accommodations, please contact Jacinta Williams at Jacinta.Williams@njcdd.org with your specific accommodation request at least two weeks in advance or by Thursday, April 30, 2026.

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Reunión Pública Híbrida de NJCDD

14 de Mayo de 2026 | 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM

La Reunión Pública Híbrida del Consejo de Discapacidades del Desarrollo de Nueva Jersey (NJCDD) se llevará a cabo el Jueves 14 de Mayo de 2026, de 9:30 a.m. a 1:30 p.m., en el Hilton Garden Inn, 800 US Route 130, Hamilton, NJ. Para realizar un comentario público, por favor envíe su comentario por escrito a Jacinta.williams@njcdd.org a más tardar el miércoles 13 de mayo de 2026.

Durante la reunión, Amy Deaville, Administradora de Capacitación y Asistencia Técnica en el Centro de Información y Asistencia Técnica para Consejos (ITACC), presentará una descripción general de la Ley Federal de DD y el papel de los Consejos. Además, Brenda Considine, consultora, presentará una actualización sobre el estado del plan comunitario.

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Alojamiento:
Para alojamientos en persona, interpretación de idiomas y/o otros ajustes, comuníquese con Jacinta Williams en Jacinta.Williams@njcdd.org con su solicitud específica de alojamiento al menos con dos semanas de anticipación o antes del Jueves 30 de Abril de 2026.

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]]> Securing the Future of the Direct Support Professional Workforce https://njcdd.org/event/securing-the-future-of-the-direct-support-professional-workforce/ Thu, 14 May 2026 22:30:00 +0000 https://njcdd.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=66908

Regional Family Support Planning Council #6 (Monmouth and Ocean) is interested in supporting the workforce development of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). We know how important DSPs are to the people and families we care about. To help us learn more, we are excited to welcome Joseph MacBeth from the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals.

Mr. Macbeth will share simple, practical ideas on how we can support DSPs, keep great staff, and bring new people into the field. He will also talk about training, onboarding, and ways to create real career paths that help DSPs grow and stay in the work they love.

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This session is a chance for family members to come together and learn how we can help build a stable, skilled, and supported DSP workforce for today and the future.

Multi-lingual closed captioning will be available. For more information, contact kerry.mcgrath@njcdd.org.

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El Consejo Regional de Planificación de Apoyo Familiar #6 (Monmouth and Ocean) está interesado en apoyar el desarrollo de la fuerza laboral de profesionales de apoyo directo (DSP). Sabemos lo importante que son los DSPs para las personas y familias que nos importan. Para ayudarnos a aprender más, estamos muy contentos de dar la bienvenida a Joseph Macbeth de la Alianza Nacional para Profesionales de Apoyo Directo.

Joseph compartirá ideas simples y prácticas sobre cómo podemos apoyar a los DSP, mantener un gran personal y atraer a nuevas personas al campo. También hablará sobre capacitación, incorporación y formas de crear carreras reales que ayuden a los DSPs a crecer y mantenerse en el trabajo que aman.

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Esta sesión es una oportunidad para que los miembros de la familia se reúnan y aprendan cómo podemos ayudar a construir una fuerza laboral de DSP estable, capacitada y apoyada para hoy y el futuro.
Se dispondrá de subtítulos cerrados multilingües.

Para obtener más información, comuníquese con kerry.mcgrath-njcdd.org.

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