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	<title>Events from February 21, 2023 &#8211; May 19, 2023 &#8211; The New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities</title>
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		<title>Demystifying Supplemental Security Income (SSI)</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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			<h3><strong>Demystifying Supplemental Security Income (SSI)</strong></h3>
<p><strong>Date and Time: Tuesday, June 16th from 7pm &ndash; 8:30pm<br>
</strong>Join us for an informative discussion on Supplemental Security Income (SSI), employment, and public benefits for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Representatives from The Arc of New Jersey and the New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities will provide an overview of how SSI works, how employment can impact benefits, and important considerations for individuals and families navigating work and financial supports.</p>

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			<p>This session will help break down complex information about SSI and address common misconceptions about working while receiving benefits. Participants will learn about employment-related considerations, available supports and protections, and strategies for making informed decisions about work and benefits planning. There will also be an opportunity for questions and open discussion.</p>
<p>Multilingual closed captioning will be available for this event. If you have any questions, please contact Kyoko Coco at Kyoko.Coco@njcdd.org or 609-341-3112.</p>

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			<h3>Aclaraci&oacute;n sobre el Ingreso Suplementario de Seguridad</h3>
<p><strong>Fecha y Tiempo:Martes, 16 de Junio de 7pm &ndash; 8:30pm&nbsp;</strong><br>
Acomp&aacute;&ntilde;enos en una charla informativa sobre el Ingreso Suplementario de Seguridad (SSI), el empleo y los beneficios p&uacute;blicos para personas con discapacidades intelectuales y del desarrollo (DI/DD). Representantes de The Arc of New Jersey y del Consejo de Nueva Jersey sobre Discapacidades del Desarrollo ofrecer&aacute;n una descripci&oacute;n general del funcionamiento del SSI, c&oacute;mo el empleo puede afectar los beneficios y consideraciones importantes para las personas y familias que buscan trabajo y apoyo financiero.</p>

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			<p>Esta sesi&oacute;n ayudar&aacute; a comprender mejor la informaci&oacute;n compleja sobre el SSI y a abordar ideas err&oacute;neas comunes sobre trabajar mientras se reciben beneficios. Los participantes aprender&aacute;n sobre consideraciones relacionadas con el empleo, los apoyos y protecciones disponibles, y estrategias para tomar decisiones informadas sobre la planificaci&oacute;n laboral y de beneficios. Tambi&eacute;n habr&aacute; un espacio para preguntas y debate abierto.</p>
<p>Este evento contar&aacute; con subt&iacute;tulos en varios idiomas.</p>
<p>Si tiene alguna pregunta, comun&iacute;quese con Kyoko Coco al correo electr&oacute;nico Kyoko.Coco@njcdd.org o al tel&eacute;fono 609-341-3112.</p>

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		<title>State Leadership Panel: Supporting People with I/DD Across the Lifespan</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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			<h3><strong><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody"> State Leadership Panel: Supporting People with I/DD Across the Lifespan</span></strong></h3>
<p><strong>Date and Time: Saturday, June 20<sup>th</sup> from 9:00AM to 12:30PM<br>
</strong>Join us for a conversation with state leaders on supports and services for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). This cross&#8209;department panel will provide an overview of each agency&rsquo;s role in the service system, highlight current priorities and initiatives, and discuss emerging trends and challenges impacting individuals with I/DD and their families. Panelists will explore how services evolve across the lifespan, from childhood through adulthood, and share insights on opportunities for improved coordination and support.</p>

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			<p><strong>Confirmed speakers:</strong></p>
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<li role="presentation">Jeff Carrick, Interim Assistant Commissioner, Division of Children&rsquo;s System of Care, Department of Children and Families</li>
<li role="presentation">Kim Murray, Acting Assistant Commissioner, Department of Education</li>
<li role="presentation">Jonathan Seifried, Assistant Commissioner, Division of Developmental Disabilities</li>
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<p><strong>Agenda:</strong></p>
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<li role="presentation">9:00&ndash;10:00 AM: Breakfast and networking</li>
<li role="presentation">10:00 AM&ndash;12:30 PM: Panel discussion and conversation<br>
<b><i>No afternoon session</i></b></li>
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<p>In-person attendance is strongly encouraged for breakfast and networking opportunities. Please RSVP for in-person attendance by Thursday, June 11th.</p>
<p>Multilingual closed captioning will be available for this event.</p>
<p>If you have any questions, please contact Kerry McGrath at kerry.mcgrath@njcdd.org or 609-984-4516.</p>

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			<h3 data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Panel de l&iacute;deres estatales: Apoyo para personas con discapacidades intelectuales y del desarrollo durante toda la vida</h3>
<div><strong>Fecha y Tiempo: Sabado 20 de junio de 9:00AM a 12:30PM&nbsp;</strong></div>
<p><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Acomp&aacute;&ntilde;enos en una conversaci&oacute;n con l&iacute;deres estatales sobre apoyos y servicios para ni&ntilde;os y adultos con discapacidades intelectuales y del desarrollo (DI/DD). Este panel interdepartamental ofrecer&aacute; una visi&oacute;n general del papel de cada agencia en el sistema de servicios, destacar&aacute; las prioridades e iniciativas actuales y analizar&aacute; las tendencias y los desaf&iacute;os emergentes que afectan a las personas con DI/DD y sus familias. Los panelistas explorar&aacute;n c&oacute;mo evolucionan los servicios a lo largo de la vida, desde la infancia hasta la edad adulta, y compartir&aacute;n perspectivas sobre oportunidades para mejorar la coordinaci&oacute;n y el apoyo.</span></p>

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			<p><strong>Ponentes confirmados:</strong></p>
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<li>Jeff Carrick, Comisionado Adjunto Interino, Divisi&oacute;n del Sistema de Atenci&oacute;n a la Infancia, Departamento de Ni&ntilde;os y Familias</li>
<li>Kim Murray, Comisionada Adjunta Interina, Departamento de Educaci&oacute;n</li>
<li>Jonathan Seifried, Comisionado Adjunto, Divisi&oacute;n de Discapacidades del Desarrollo</li>
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<p><strong>Programa</strong>:</p>
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<li>9:00&ndash;10:00: Desayuno y networking</li>
<li>10:00&ndash;12:30: Mesa redonda y conversaci&oacute;n<br>
<b><i>No habr&aacute; sesi&oacute;n por la tarde</i></b></li>
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<p>Se recomienda encarecidamente la asistencia presencial para el desayuno y las oportunidades de networking. Por favor, confirma tu asistencia para asistir en persona antes del jueves 11 de junio.</p>
<p>Este evento contar&aacute; con subt&iacute;tulos en varios idiomas.</p>
<p>Si tiene alguna pregunta, comun&iacute;quese con Kerry McGrath al correo electr&oacute;nico kerry.mcgrath@njcdd.org o al tel&eacute;fono 609-984-4516.</p>

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