The New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities

Disabled Adult Children (DAC)
2024-09-12 19:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
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Learn about the status change that occurs to your loved one with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) who receives SSI when a parent retires, becomes disabled or passes away Speaker: Connor Griffin, Arc of NJ

NJCDD Public Meeting
2024-08-15 09:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Hilton Garden Inn Hamilton 800 US-130, Hamilton Township, NJ 08690, 800 US-130, Hamilton Township,, 08690, United States
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NJCDD members meet quarterly to discuss state and national issues impacting people with developmental disabilities and their families. During these public meetings, members hear from projects funded by NJCDD. They also discuss best practices and policies needed to be an active and effective organization.
COUNCIL HYBRID MEETING
Hilton Garden Inn | 800 Route 130, Hamilton, NJ
Thursday, August 15, 2024 | 9:30 am – 1:30 pm

PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA:
9:30 am – 10:00 am
Welcome/Wordly/Reading of Council Vision and Introductions
VOTE: May 8, 2024 meeting minutes: Council Member Announcements
10:00 am – 10:15 am
Public Comment: – Paul Blaustein, Chair (Guideline Review)

PRESENTATIONS
10:15 am – 11:00 am
Supported Decision-Making Project Presentation
Youth Ambassador: Giancarlo Vicari
11:00 am – 11:45 am
New Jersey’s Community of Practice on Supported Decision-Making as an Alternative to Guardianship: Update Michael Brower, Legal director/General Council at Disability Rights New Jersey

NOMINATIONS
11:45 am – Noon
VOTE: Vice Chair and Executive Committee Member At-Large (Break to tabulate votes)

COMMITTEE REPORTS
12:15 pm – 12:45 pm
Executive Committee: Paul Blaustein
VOTE: Mission/Vision/Commitment
Advocate Advisory subcommittee: Ryan Roy
Public Policy Committee: Nantanee Koppstein
Health and Wellness subcommittee: Elizabeth Dalzell
Children and Youth subcommittee: Peg Kinsell
State Plan Committee: Helen Steinberg
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion subcommittee: Annette Smith
Grants Committee: Kevin Nunez

STAFF REPORT
12:45 pm –1:15 pm
Executive Director – Mercedes Witowsky
VOTE: FY 2025 Budget approval
1:15 pm – 1:30 pm
Public Comment – Paul Blaustein, Chair (Guideline Review)
Wrap up and adjourn – Paul Blaustein, Chair
1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Council Member Lunch and Learn

Next Consumer Caucus is November 13, 2024 – 6 pm – 8 pm @ Hilton Garden Inn
Next Council meeting is November 14, 2024 – 9:30 am-2:30 pm Hilton Garden InnRegister Here

Access to Dental Care
2024-07-23 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
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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. People with disabilities, their families, and organizations that serve support and advocate for people with disabilities in New Jersey serve as a resource to the Caucus, providing education and programming as needed.

Navigating employment and benefits for individuals with disabilities
2024-05-20 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
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Living with a disability and working can be complicated when it comes to benefits! Learn the basics of how employment can impact medical and social security benefits while also becoming aware of resources and guidance available to beneficiaries. With the right guidance, significant earnings while maintaining key benefits may be possible for you or your loved one!
Presented by Adam Kubler, Certified Work Incentive Practitioner and Employment Coordinator at the NJCDD.

¡Vivir con una discapacidad y trabajar puede ser complicado cuando se trata de beneficios! Conozca los conceptos básicos de cómo el empleo puede afectar los beneficios médicos y de seguridad social y, al mismo tiempo, conozca los recursos y la orientación disponibles para los beneficiarios.¡Con la orientación adecuada, es posible que usted o su ser querido obtengan ganancias significativas y al mismo tiempo mantengan beneficios clave!
Presentado por Adam Kubler, practicante certificado de incentivos laborales y coordinador de empleo del NJCDD.

NJCDD Public Meeting
2024-05-09 09:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Hilton Garden Inn Hamilton 800 US-130, Hamilton Township, NJ 08690, 800 US-130, Hamilton Township,, 08690, United States
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The New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities (NJCDD) In Person Public Meeting will be held on Thursday May 09,2024 from 9:30am to 1:30pm at the Hilton Garden Inn, 800 US Route 130, Hamilton NJ. To attend in person or make a public comment, please submit your In-Person RSVP or written public comment to Jacinta.williams@njcdd.org by Wednesday May 7, 2024

ACCOMMODATIONS:
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
​May 1, 2024.

La Asamblea Pública Presencial del Consejo sobre Discapacidades del Desarrollo del Estado de Nueva Jersey (NJCDD), por sus siglas en inglés) se llevará a cabo el jueves 9 de mayo de 2024 de 9:30 a.m. a 1:30 p.m. en el Hilton Garden Inn, 800 US Route 130, Hamilton NJ. Para asistir en persona o realizar un comentario público, envíe su confirmación de asistencia presencial o su comentario público por escrito a Jacinta.williams@njcdd.org hasta el
miércoles 7 de mayo de 2024.

ADAPTACIONES:
Para adaptaciones en caso de asistencia presencial, interpretación de idiomas u otras adaptaciones, contáctese con Jacinta Williams a Jacinta.williams@njcdd.org, indicando su solicitud de adaptación específica al menos con dos semanas de anticipación o hasta el 1 de mayo de 2024.

Person-Centered Advocacy
2024-05-06 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
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The Regional Family Support Planning Council’s Charting the LifeCourse Action Group is dedicated to supporting families to achieve the best outcomes for their loved ones with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities by:
• Learning strategies to effectively advocate in IEP and ISP meetings, community settings, and recreational activities.
• Hearing from families like yours who have effectively advocated for their loved ones.
• Accessing tools that support families to develop and effectively articulate a vision for their loved ones.
• Creating a plan of supports that is person-centered for both children and adults and focused on real outcomes.
• Developing strategies for following up and accountability.
This event is appropriate for families with loved ones with disabilities from childhood through adulthood to be effective advocates.
Multi-lingual closed captioning is available for this event. Contact Kerry McGrath at kerry.mcgrath@njcdd.org or 609-984-4516 if you have any questions.
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El Grupo de Acción Charting the LifeCourse del Consejo Regional de Planificatión de Apoyo Familiar se dedica a apoyar a las familias para que logren los mejores resultados para sus seres queridos con discapacidades intelectuales y del desarrollo mediante:
• Aprender estrategias para abogar eficazmente en reuniones de IEP e ISP, entornos comunitarios, y actividades recreativas.
• Escuchar a familias como la suya que han abogado eficazmente por sus seres queridos.
• Acceder a herramientas que ayuden a las familias a desarrollar y articular eficazmente una visión para sus seres queridos.
• Crear un plan de apoyo centrado en la persona, tanto para niños como para adultos, y centrado en resultados reales.
• Desarrollar estrategias de seguimiento y rendición de cuentas.
Este evento es apropiado para que las familias con seres queridos con discapacidades desde la niñez hasta la edad adulta sean defensores eficaces.

Hay subtítulos multilingües disponibles para este evento.
Comuníquese con Kerry McGrath en kerry.mcgrath@njcdd.org o al 609-984-4516 si tiene alguna pregunta.

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School Transportation Listening Session
2024-05-06 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
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School Transportation Listening Sessions
The New Jersey Department of Education is hosting three school transportation safety listening sessions with the support of the New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities and SPAN Parent Advocacy Network. The Department of Education’s new Director of the Office of School Bus Safety, James Scaringelli, and the Special Education Ombudsman, Cynthia Hoenes-Saindon, would like to hear from individuals with disabilities and their families about their experiences, concerns and recommendations with school transportation for students for disabilities.

Listening Sessions:
Monday, May 6th 1-2:30pm

Multi-lingual closed captioning is available for this event. Contact Kerry McGrath at kerry.mcgrath@njcdd.org or 609-984-4516 if you have any questions.

Transporte escolar Sesiones de escucha
El Consejo de Discapacidades del Desarrollo de Nueva Jersey, SPAN la Red de Defensa de Padres y el Departamento de Educación de Nueva Jersey están organizando sesiones de escucha sobre seguridad en el transporte escolar. El nuevo Director de la Oficina de Seguridad en los Autobuses Escolares, James Scaringelli, y la Defensora del Pueblo de Educación Especial, Cynthia Hoenes-Saindon, quisieran escuchar a las personas con discapacidades y sus familias sobre sus experiencias e inquietudes con respecto al transporte escolar para estudiantes con discapacidades.

Sesiones de Escucha:
Lunes, 6 de mayo: 1-2:30 pm

Comuníquese con Kerry McGrath en kerry.mcgrath@njcdd.org o al 609-984-4516 si tiene alguna pregunta.

Coffee and Community Conversation
2024-05-04 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | First Children School, 1108 Plainfield Ave., Plainfield, NJ, 07060, United States
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Parents, siblings, and family members of children and adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities are cordially invited to our special **in-person** meeting.

The Regional Family Support Planning Council #5 (Middlesex, Mercer, Hunterdon) advocates for families and individuals with developmental disabilities at the local and state level on issues that directly impact their lives.

This is an **in-person** event. Real-time AI captioning and language translation are available via the participant’s mobile device. For more information, contact Kyoko.Coco@njcdd.org

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Los padres, hermanos y familiares de niños y adultos con discapacidades intelectuales y del desarrollo están cordialmente invitados a nuestra reunión especial **en persona**.

El Consejo Regional de Planificación de Apoyo Familiar#5 (Middlesex, Mercer, Hunterdon) aboga por familias e individuos con discapacidades del desarrollo a nivel local y a nivel estatal sobre temas que impactan directamente sus vidas. Este es un evento **en persona**.

Los subtítulos de IA en tiempo real y la traducción de idiomas están disponibles a través del dispositivo móvil del participante. Para obtener más información, comuníquese con Kyoko.Coco@njcdd.org

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School Transportation Listening Session
2024-05-02 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
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School Transportation Listening Sessions
The New Jersey Department of Education is hosting three school transportation safety listening sessions with the support of the New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities and SPAN Parent Advocacy Network. The Department of Education’s new Director of the Office of School Bus Safety, James Scaringelli, and the Special Education Ombudsman, Cynthia Hoenes-Saindon, would like to hear from individuals with disabilities and their families about their experiences, concerns and recommendations with school transportation for students for disabilities.

Listening Sessions:
Thursday, May 2nd: 7-8:30pm

Multi-lingual closed captioning is available for this event. Contact Kerry McGrath at kerry.mcgrath@njcdd.org or 609-984-4516 if you have any questions.

Transporte escolar Sesiones de escucha
El Consejo de Discapacidades del Desarrollo de Nueva Jersey, SPAN la Red de Defensa de Padres y el Departamento de Educación de Nueva Jersey están organizando sesiones de escucha sobre seguridad en el transporte escolar. El nuevo Director de la Oficina de Seguridad en los Autobuses Escolares, James Scaringelli, y la Defensora del Pueblo de Educación Especial, Cynthia Hoenes-Saindon, quisieran escuchar a las personas con discapacidades y sus familias sobre sus experiencias e inquietudes con respecto al transporte escolar para estudiantes con discapacidades.

Sesiones de Escucha:
Jueves, 2 de mayo: 7-8:30 pm

Comuníquese con Kerry McGrath en kerry.mcgrath@njcdd.org o al 609-984-4516 si tiene alguna pregunta.

Building a Person-Centered Life Plan with Support Coordinators
2024-05-01 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
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Regional Family Support Planning Council #4 (Essex) invites family members with a loved one with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) to an engaging presentation on collaborating with support coordinators to create person-centered Individualized Supports Plan (ISP). We are inviting support coordinators to discuss their strategies for identifying the unique needs, preferences, and aspirations of the individuals they serve. They will explain how the information can be used to create the support systems an individual needs to live a meaningful and fulfilling life.
Multi-lingual closed captioning is available. If you speak other than English, please indicate so on the registration site or contact Kerry.McGrath@njcdd.org or 609-984-4516.
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El Consejo Regional de Planificación de Apoyo Familiar #4 (Essex) invita a los familiares de un ser querido con discapacidades intelectuales o del desarrollo (I/DD) a una presentación interesante sobre la colaboración con coordinadores de apoyo para crear un Plan de Apoyo Individualizado (ISP) centrado en la persona. Estamos invitando a coordinadores de apoyo a discutir sus estrategias para identificar las necesidades, preferencias y aspiraciones únicas de las personas a las que sirven. Explicarán cómo se puede utilizar la información para crear los sistemas de apoyo que un individuo necesita para vivir una vida significativa y plena.
Hay subtítulos multilingües disponibles. Si no habla inglés, indíquelo en el sitio de registro o comuníquese
con Kerry.McGrath@njcdd.org o al 609-984-4516.
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School Transportation Listening Sessions
2024-04-29 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
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School Transportation Listening Sessions
The New Jersey Department of Education is hosting three school transportation safety listening sessions with the support of the New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities and SPAN Parent Advocacy Network. The Department of Education’s new Director of the Office of School Bus Safety, James Scaringelli, and the Special Education Ombudsman, Cynthia Hoenes-Saindon, would like to hear from individuals with disabilities and their families about their experiences, concerns and recommendations with school transportation for students for disabilities.

Listening Sessions:
Monday, April 29th: 1-2:30pm

Multi-lingual closed captioning is available for this event. Contact Kerry McGrath at kerry.mcgrath@njcdd.org or 609-984-4516 if you have any questions.

Transporte escolar Sesiones de escucha
El Consejo de Discapacidades del Desarrollo de Nueva Jersey, SPAN la Red de Defensa de Padres y el Departamento de Educación de Nueva Jersey están organizando sesiones de escucha sobre seguridad en el transporte escolar. El nuevo Director de la Oficina de Seguridad en los Autobuses Escolares, James Scaringelli, y la Defensora del Pueblo de Educación Especial, Cynthia Hoenes-Saindon, quisieran escuchar a las personas con discapacidades y sus familias sobre sus experiencias e inquietudes con respecto al transporte escolar para estudiantes con discapacidades.

Sesiones de Escucha:
Lunes, 29 de abril: 1-2:30 pm

Comuníquese con Kerry McGrath en kerry.mcgrath@njcdd.org o al 609-984-4516 si tiene alguna pregunta.

NJ Disability Caucus on Special Education
2024-04-23 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
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The New Jersey Legislative Disability Caucus invites you to our Webinar Addressing Safe and Inclusive Education
Tuesday, April 23 starting at 12:00 pm.​

Assemblywoman Aura Dunn will lead the discussion along with Disability Caucus Collaborators.

The NJ Legislative Disability Caucus serves as a bipartisan forum within the New Jersey Legislature for lawmakers and their staff to consider the impact on the disability community.
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Project Lifesaver
2024-04-16 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
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Project Lifesaver

Regional Family Support Planning Council #1 (Morris, Sussex, Warren) cordially invites parents and family members of children and adults with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) to a special meeting regarding Project Lifesaver. A community conversation will follow immediately after the presentation. Project Lifesaver is a search and rescue program operated by public safety agencies to provide timely responses to save the lives of people with cognitive disabilities who may wander from their homes. After the presentation, we open the floor for the audience. We want to listen to the issues you are facing to care for your loved ones with I/DD so that we can deliver your voice to the state level. Download Flyer

Proyecto Salvavidas
El Consejo Regional de Planificación de Apoyo Familiar #1 (Morris, Sussex, Warren) invita cordialmente a los padres y familiares de niños y adultos con discapacidades intelectuales o del desarrollo (I/DD) a una reunión especial sobre el Proyecto Lifesaver. Una conversación comunitaria seguirá inmediatamente después de la presentación. Project Lifesaver es un programa de búsqueda y rescate operado por agencias de seguridad pública para brindar respuestas oportunas para salvar las vidas de personas con discapacidades cognitivas que puedan deambular fuera de sus hogares. Después de la presentación, abrimos la palabra al público. Queremos escuchar los problemas que enfrenta al cuidar a sus seres queridos con I/DD para que podamos hacer llegar su voz a nivel estatal. Descargar Folleto

Satisfaction/Awareness of Developmental Disability Organizations & Agencies Survey coTraducción al Español
2024-04-15
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Do You Know the Developmental Disability Agencies Available to You?
In recognition of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, the New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities and the Ombudsman’s Office for Individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities and their Families are excited to launch a survey to assess individuals with disabilities and their families’ awareness and satisfaction with several organizations. These government agencies are committed to providing services, education, and advocacy for the developmental disability community. Your participation in this survey will help the participating agencies and organizations identify areas for improvement, so we can all do better to meet the needs of this community.
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This survey is available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Korean, Chinese, and Gujarati. See below for the links to the specific language.​​

English- Survey Here
Spanish- Survey Here
Portuguese- Survey Here
Korean- Survey Here
Chinese- Survey Here
​Gujarati- Survey Here
The survey will be available until April 15th, 2024.
If there are any questions about the survey or if you need any assistance in completing it, please contact Kerry McGrath at kerry.mcgrath@njcdd.org or (609)-984-4516. A live interpreter is available upon request

¿Conoce las agencias de discapacidad del desarrollo disponibles para usted?
En reconocimiento al Mes de la Concientización sobre las Discapacidades del Desarrollo, el Consejo sobre Discapacidades del Desarrollo de Nueva Jersey y la Oficina del Defensor del Pueblo para Personas con Discapacidades Intelectuales o del Desarrollo y sus Familias se complacen en lanzar una encuesta para evaluar la conciencia y satisfacción de las personas con discapacidades y sus familias con varias organizaciones. . Estas agencias gubernamentales están comprometidas a brindar servicios, educación y defensa para la comunidad con discapacidades del desarrollo. Su participación en esta encuesta ayudará a las agencias y organizaciones participantes a identificar áreas de mejora, para que todos podamos mejorar para satisfacer las necesidades de esta comunidad.
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​Esta encuesta está disponible en inglés, español, coreano, portugués, chino y gujarati. Consulte a continuación los enlaces al idioma específico.

English- Survey Here
Spanish- Survey Here
Portuguese- Survey Here
Korean- Survey Here
Chinese- Survey Here
​Gujarati- Survey Here​
La encuesta estará disponible hasta el 15 de abril de 2024.
​Si tiene alguna pregunta sobre la encuesta o si necesita ayuda para completarla, comuníquese con Kerry McGrath en kerry.mcgrath@njcdd.org o (609)-984-4516. Un intérprete en vivo está disponible a pedido.

Housing options for people with disabilities
2024-04-06 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Hilton Garden Inn Hamilton 800 US-130, Hamilton Township, NJ 08690, 800 US-130, Hamilton Township,, 08690, United States
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Housing options for people with disabilities
Saturday, April 6 | 10am to 12noon

*** This event is designed for individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) and their families.*** One size does not fit all. This is especially true when it comes to housing and supports for people with I/DD. Come and meet families who bravely endeavor to navigate their unique housing journey for their loved ones with disabilities. You will learn about various housing settings such as traditional licensed group homes, “unlicensed” shared homes created by parents, apartments, and integrated housing. The panel will be joined by professionals who embrace person-centered planning and assist individuals with I/DD and their families to meet their housing and support needs.

Family panelists

Evelyn Dudziec
Melanie McGackin
Ed Pittarelli

Professional panelists

Patricia Brennan, Division of Developmental Disabilities, NJ Department of Human Services
Angela Fordham-Lewis, Fordham-Lewis Consulting
Diane Riley, Supportive Housing Association of New Jersey

Disclaimer: Reference to any specific programs, providers, or services is for the information of the public and does not constitute an endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the Regional Family Support Planning Councils.

You can choose to attend via Zoom or in person at Hilton Garden Inn Hamilton, 800 US-130, Hamilton Township, NJ 08690.
If you wish to attend in person, please register by 3/29/24.
For questions, please contact Kyoko, Kyoko.Coco@njcdd.org, at 609-341-3112.

Opciones de vivienda para personas con discapacidad
April 6, 2024, 10 am a 12 pm
* Este evento está diseñado para personas con discapacidades intelectuales o del desarrollo (I/DD) y sus familias.* Una talla no sirve para todos. Esto es especialmente cierto cuando se trata de vivienda y apoyo para personas con I/DD. Venga y conozca a familias que valientemente se esfuerzan por recorrer el viaje único de vivienda para sus seres queridos con discapacidades. Aprenderá sobre diversos entornos de vivienda, como hogares grupales tradicionales con licencia, hogares compartidos “sin licencia” creados por padres, apartamentos y viviendas integradas. Al panel se unirán profesionales que adoptan la planificación centrada en la persona y ayudan a las personas con I/DD y a sus familias a satisfacer sus necesidades de vivienda y apoyo.

Panelistas familiares

Evelyn Dudziec
Melanie McGakin
d Pittarelli

Panelistas profesionales

Patricia Brennan, División de Discapacidades del Desarrollo, Departamento de Servicios Humanos de Nueva Jersey
Angela Fordham-Lewis, Consultoría Fordham-Lewis
Diane Riley, Asociación de Vivienda de Apoyo de Nueva Jersey

Descargo de responsabilidad: La referencia a programas, proveedores o servicios específicos es para información del público y no constituye un respaldo, recomendación o favorecimiento por parte de los Consejos Regionales de Planificación de Apoyo Familiar.

Puede optar por asistir a través de Zoom o en persona en Hilton Garden Inn Hamilton, 800 US-130, Hamilton Township, NJ 08690. Si desea asistir en persona, regístrese antes del 3/29/24.
Si tiene preguntas, comuníquese con Kyoko, Kyoko.Coco@njcdd.org, al 609-341-3112.

SPAN Parent Advocacy Network and Special Education Parent Advisory Groups (SEPAG)
2024-03-14 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
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The Regional Family Support Planning Council #6 (Ocean and Monmouth) cordially invites you to this special forum with Peg Kinsell, Peg Kinsell, Policy Director and Director of Military Family Support 360, at SPAN Parent Advocacy Network. She will present what SPAN does and how they support the Special Education Parent Advisory Groups throughout the State.

Bring your questions! There will be ample time for Q&A.

Multi-lingual closed captioning is available for this event. Please indicate the language you use on the registration page. El Consejo Regional de Planificación de Apoyo Familiar #6 (Ocean y Monmouth) lo invita cordialmente a este foro especial con Peg Kinsell, Peg Kinsell, directora de políticas y directora de Military Family Support 360, en SPAN Parent Advocacy Network. Ella presentará lo que hace SPAN y cómo apoyan a los Grupos Asesores de Padres de Educación Especial en todo el estado.

¡Trae tus preguntas! Habrá tiempo suficiente para preguntas y respuestas.

Hay subtítulos multilingües disponibles para este evento. Por favor indique el idioma que utiliza en la página de registro.

NJCDD Hybrid Public Meeting
2024-03-14 09:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Hilton Garden Inn Hamilton 800 US-130, Hamilton Township, NJ 08690, 800 US-130, Hamilton Township,, 08690, United States
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The New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities (NJCDD) Hybrid Public Meeting will be held on Thursday March 14, 2024 from 9:30am to 1:30pm at the Hilton Garden Inn, 800 US Route 130, Hamilton NJ. To attend in person or make a public comment, please submit your In-Person RSVP or written public comment to Jacinta.williams@njcdd.org by Wednesday March 13, 2024.

ACCOMMODATIONS:
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 February 29, 2024.

La reunión pública híbrida del Consejo de Discapacidades del Desarrollo de Nueva Jersey (NJCDD, por su sigla en inglés) se llevará a cabo el jueves 14 de marzo de 2024 de 9:30 a. m. a 1:30 p. m. en el Hilton Garden Inn, 800 US Route 130, Hamilton NJ. Para asistir en persona o hacer un comentario público, envíe su confirmación de asistencia en persona o un comentario público por escrito a Jacinta.williams@njcdd.org antes del miércoles 13 de marzo de 2024.

ADAPTACIONES:
Para adaptaciones en persona, interpretación de idiomas u otras adaptaciones, comuníquese con Jacinta Williams en Jacinta.williams@njcdd.org, con su solicitud de adaptación específica con al menos dos semanas de anticipación o antes del 29 de febrero de 2024.

Medical Coverage for Your Loved One with Disabilities
2024-03-02 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Hilton Garden Inn Hamilton 800 US-130, Hamilton Township, NJ 08690, 800 US-130, Hamilton Township,, 08690, United States
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Medical coverage for your loved ones with disabilities
***Sorry, no providers, please. This event is designed for parents, siblings, and other family members of individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) ***

Insurance is a critical necessity, particularly if your loved one has a disability. Insurance can be complicated because the rules can be different from insurer to insurer and your specific circumstances. Know that you are not alone. Come and learn about Medicaid redetermination (also as known as “Medicaid Unwinding”) and other medical coverage.
Confirmed speakers:

Jennifer Langer Jacobs, Assistant Commissioner, Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services, NJ Department of Human Services
Gwen Orlowski, Executive Director, Disability Rights New Jersey
Connor Griffin, Director of Health Care Advocacy, Arc of New Jersey

This is a hybrid meeting. You can choose to attend via Zoom or in-person at Hilton Garden Inn Hamilton, 800 US-130, Hamilton Township, NJ 08690. If you wish to attend in person, please register by 2/23/24.

Multi-lingual closed captioning is available for this event. If you need special accommodations, please register by October 20 with the details of your request or contact Kyoko Coco, Kyoko.Coco@njcdd.org, at 609-341-3112.

Council business will be discussed in the afternoon session, from 1PM to 3PM. Non-members are welcome to join us. Register

Cobertura médica para sus seres queridos con discapacidad
***Lo sentimos, no hay proveedores, por favor. Este evento está diseñado para padres, hermanos y otros familiares de personas con discapacidades intelectuales/del desarrollo (I/DD) ***

El seguro es una necesidad crítica, especialmente si su ser querido tiene una discapacidad. El seguro puede ser complicado porque las reglas pueden ser diferentes de una aseguradora a otra y de sus circunstancias específicas. Sepa que usted no está solo. Venga y obtenga información sobre la redeterminación de Medicaid (también conocida como “Desconexión de Medicaid” Medicaid Unwinding) y otras coberturas médicas.
Oradores confirmados:

Jennifer Langer Jacobs, comisionada adjunta, División de Asistencia Médica y Servicios de Salud, Departamento de Servicios Humanos de Nueva Jersey
Gwen Orlowski, directora ejecutiva, Derechos de las personas con discapacidad de Nueva Jersey
Connor Griffin, Director de Defensa de la Atención Médica, Arc of New Jersey

Esta es una reunión híbrida. Puede optar por asistir a través de Zoom o en persona en Hilton Garden Inn Hamilton, 800 US-130, Hamilton Township, NJ 08690. Si desea asistir en persona, regístrese antes del 23/02/24.

Los asuntos del consejo se discutirán en la sesión de la tarde, de 1 p.m. a 3p.m.. Los no miembros son bienvenidos a unirse a nosotros.

Hay subtítulos multilingües disponibles para este evento. Si necesita adaptaciones especiales, regístrese antes del 20 de octubre con los detalles de su solicitud o comuníquese con Kyoko Coco, Kyoko.Coco@njcdd.org, al 609-341-3112.

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Catastrophic Illness in Children Relief Fund Webinar
2024-02-20 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
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The Regional Family Support Planning Council #1 (Morris, Sussex, Warren) invites parents to our special meeting to learn the Catastrophic Illness in Children Relief Fund, a financial reimbursement program for New Jersey Families with potentially catastrophic medical expenses due to a child’s illness or condition. Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Expenses that are Medically necessary FDA approved
Expenses incurred under the age of 22 (7-year lookback)
An application for uncovered eligible expenses over a 12 month must total at least 10-15 percent of family income for that year

Bring your questions! We will have an ample ​Q&A time.

Multi-lingual closed captioning is available for this event. If you need special accommodations, please register by February 23rd with the details of your request or contact Kyoko Coco, Kyoko.Coco@njcdd.org, at 609-341-3112.

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El Consejo Regional de Planificación de Apoyo Familiar #1 (Morris, Sussex, Warren) invita a los padres a nuestra reunión especial para conocer el Fondo de Ayuda para Enfermedades Catastróficas en Niños, un programa de reembolso financiero para familias de Nueva Jersey con gastos médicos potencialmente catastróficos debido a la enfermedad de un niño o condición. Los solicitantes deben cumplir con los siguientes criterios:​

Gastos que son médicamente necesarios/aprobados por la FDA
Gastos incurridos antes de los 22 años (retrospectivo de 7 años)
Una solicitud para gastos elegibles no cubiertos durante un período de 12 meses debe sumar al menos entre el 10 y el 15 por ciento del ingreso familiar para ese año.

¡Trae tus preguntas! Tendremos un amplio tiempo de preguntas y respuestas.

Hay subtítulos multilingües disponibles para este evento. Si necesita adaptaciones especiales, regístrese antes del 23 de febrero con los detalles de su solicitud o comuníquese con Kyoko Coco, Kyoko.Coco@njcdd.org, al 609-341-3112.

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New Jersey Legislative Disability Caucus Webinar Positive Impacts and New Possibilities in the Disability Community
2024-02-20 12:00 - 13:00 UTC
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The New Jersey Legislative Disability Caucus invites you to our Webinar Positive Impacts and New Possibilities in the Disability Community Tuesday, February 20 starting at 12:00 pm.

Lead your loved one’s ISP team to realize their best life
2023-11-04 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Hilton Garden Inn Hamilton 800 US-130, Hamilton Township, NJ 08690, 800 US-130, Hamilton Township,, 08690, United States
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Lead your loved one’s ISP team to realize their best life
Date/Time: Nov 4, 2023 10:00 AM
***Sorry, no providers, please. This event is designed for parents and guardians of transitioning youth (ages 14 – 20) and adults who receive services through the NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) ***

Does your loved one’s Individualized Service Plan (ISP) reflect their likes and dislikes? Do you have a working relationship with your loved one’s Support Coordinator? Do you and the Support Coordinator use the ISP as a “GPS” to reach the destination your loved one envisions?

In addition to individuals and their families, we are delighted to welcome Support Coordinators and DDD staff to talk about person-centered thinking and practice using the ISP.

Speakers:
Alycea Tetto, Support Coordinator, Disability Services & Advocacy, LLC
Josh Godown, Executive Director at Bridges Supports Coordination, LLC
Jess McCormack, Quality Assurance Specialist, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), NJ Department of Human Services

This is a hybrid meeting. You can choose to attend via Zoom or in person at Hilton Garden Inn Hamilton, 800 US-130, Hamilton Township, NJ 08690.
If you wish to attend in person, please register by October 26.

Multi-lingual closed captioning is available for this event. If you need special accommodations, please register by October 20 with the details of your request or contact Kyoko Coco, Kyoko.Coco@njcdd.org, at 609-341-3112.
Dirija el equipo ISP de su ser querido para lograr su mejor vida Fecha/Hora: 4 de noviembre de 2023 10:00 a.m.
***Lo sentimos, no hay proveedores, por favor. Este evento está diseñado para padres y tutores de jóvenes en transición (de 14 a 20 años) y adultos que reciben servicios a través de la División de Discapacidades del Desarrollo (DDD) de Nueva Jersey ***
¿El Plan de Servicio Individualizado (ISP) de su ser querido refleja sus gustos y disgustos? ¿Tiene una relación de trabajo con el Coordinador de Apoyo de su ser querido? ¿Usan usted y el Coordinador de soporte el ISP como “GPS” para llegar al destino que su ser querido imagina?
Además de las personas y sus familias, estamos encantados de dar la bienvenida a los coordinadores de apoyo y al personal de DDD para hablar sobre el pensamiento centrado en la persona y la práctica del uso del ISP.
Altavoces:
Alycea Tetto, Coordinadora de Apoyo, Servicios y Defensa para Discapacitados, LLC
Josh Godown, director ejecutivo de Bridges Supports Coordination, LLC
Jess McCormack, especialista en garantía de calidad, División de Discapacidades del Desarrollo (DDD), Departamento de Servicios Humanos de Nueva Jersey
Esta es una reunión híbrida. Puede optar por asistir a través de Zoom o en persona en Hilton Garden Inn Hamilton, 800 US-130, Hamilton Township, NJ 08690.
Si desea asistir en persona, regístrese antes del 26 de octubre.
Hay subtítulos multilingües disponibles para este evento. Si necesita adaptaciones especiales, regístrese antes del 20 de octubre con los detalles de su solicitud o comuníquese con Kyoko Coco, Kyoko.Coco@njcdd.org, al 609-341-3112.

NJCDD Public Meeting
2023-11-02 09:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Hilton Garden Inn Hamilton 800 US-130, Hamilton Township, NJ 08690, 800 US-130, Hamilton Township,, 08690, United States
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NOTICE OF 4th Quarter Meeting Information
The New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities (NJCDD) Hybrid Public Meeting will be held on Thursday November 2, 2023 from 9:30am to 1:30pm at the Hilton Garden Inn, 800 US Route 130, Hamilton NJ. To attend in person or make a public comment, please submit your In-Person RSVP or written public comment to Jacinta.williams@njcdd.org by Wednesday November 1, 2023
To register for the Zoom Webinar:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lsrnpe52QUSHZ-GZHJhSPA
ACCOMMODATIONS:
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 October 18, 2023.

NOTIFICACIÓN DE LA 4ta Reunión Trimestral de Información
La Reunión Pública Híbrida del Consejo de Discapacidades del Desarrollo de Nueva Jersey (NJCDD) se llevará a cabo el jueves 2 de noviembre de 2023 de 9:30 a.m. a 1:30 p.m. en el Hilton Garden Inn, 800 US Route 130, Hamilton NJ. Para asistir en persona o hacer un comentario público, por favor envíe su RSVP en persona o comentario público por escrito a Jacinta.williams@njcdd.org antes del miércoles 1ero de noviembre de 2023.
Para inscribirse en el seminario web de Zoom:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lsrnpe52QUSHZ-GZHJhSPA
ADAPTACIONES:
Para las adaptaciones en persona, interpretación de idiomas u otras adaptaciones, póngase en contacto con Jacinta Williams en Jacinta.williams@njcdd.org con su solicitud de adaptación específica al menos dos semanas antes o antes del 18 de octubre de 2023.

AGENDA:
9:30 am – 10:00 am
Welcome/Wordly/Reading of Council Vision and Introductions

VOTE:
August 10, 2023 meeting minutes
Council Member Announcements

10:00 am – 10:15 am
Public comment: – Paul Blaustein, Chair

PRESENTATIONS

10:15 am – 11:00 am
Grantee Report: LeDerick Horne Speaks, LLC
Bill Davis, Co-Director

11:00 am – 11:45 am
The Arc of New Jersey, Planning For Adult Life Employment First
Jerisa Chiumbu-Maseko, Director, Planning for Adult Life

11:45 am – 12:00 pm
Disability Rights NJ: Nursing Home Report & Medicaid Upwinding
Gwen Orlowski, Executive Director

COMMITTEE REPORTS

12:00 am – 12:30 pm
Executive Committee: Paul Blaustein
Public Policy Committee: Nantanee Koppstein
Health and Wellness subcommittee: Elizabeth Dalzell
Children and Youth subcommittee: Peg Kinsell
Planning Committee: Helen Steinberg
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion subcommittee: Sarah Aziz
Grants Committee: Kevin Nunez

12:30 pm – 12:45 pm
Advocate Advisory Report

STAFF REPORT

12:45 pm –1:15 pm
Executive Director – Mercedes Witowsky

1:15 pm – 1:30 pm
Public Comment – Paul Blaustein, Chair
Wrap up and adjourn – Paul Blaustein, Chair

1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Council Member ONLY Lunch and Learn

Transition from School to Adult Services for Students with Disabilities
2023-10-24 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
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The New Jersey Legislative Disability Caucus invites you to our Transition from School to Adult Services for Students with Disabilities Tuesday, October 24 starting at 12:00 pm.
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​The NJ Legislative Disability Caucus serves 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.

How to decode your child’s IEP - Cómo decodificar el IEP de su hijo
2023-09-30 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
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How to decode your child’s IEP
Saturday, September 30, 2023 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Registration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zYPsil8YSH6J4LPVncWSnA

Update (9/22/23): This event will be held virtually.

This event is designed for parents and guardians of students who have an Individualized Education Program (IEP).
***Sorry, no providers, please.***

Whether it is a “brand new” or “same old” IEP, do you know how to read it and where to look for critical information? How can you collaborate with the child study team to meet your child’s unique needs? We will focus on a person-centered approach to your child’s IEP and how to best communicate that to your team. We will discuss strategies for handling meetings where parents and the team are not in agreement. Come and learn tips and advice from fellow mothers who also have professional backgrounds.

Speakers:
Cathy Tamburello, Vice-Chair, NJ Family Support Planning Council, Former School Administrator
Susan Coll-Guedes, Chair, Regional Family Support Planning Council #9 (Atlantic), Visiting professor at the College of New Jersey
A representative from the NJ Department of Education (invited)

Multi-lingual closed captioning is available for this event. If you need special accommodations, please register by September 15, 2023 with the details of your request or contact Kyoko Coco, Kyoko.Coco@njcdd.org, at 609-341-3112.

From 1pm to 3pm, NJ Family Support Planning Council will discuss council business. Non-members are welcome to attend.

Cómo decodificar el IEP de su hijo
30 de septiembre de 2023 de 10:00 a.m. a 12:00 p.m.
Enlace de registro: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zYPsil8YSH6J4LPVncWSnA
Actualización (22/9/23): Este evento se llevará a cabo virtualmente.
Este evento está diseñado para padres y tutores de estudiantes que tienen un Programa de Educación Individualizado (IEP).
***Lo sentimos, no hay proveedores, por favor.***
Ya sea un IEP “nuevo” o “el mismo de siempre”, ¿sabe cómo leerlo y dónde buscar información crítica? ¿Cómo puede colaborar con el escuela para satisfacer las necesidades únicas de su hijo/a? Nos centraremos en un enfoque centrado en la persona para el IEP de su hijo/a y en cómo comunicarlo mejor a su equipo. Discutiremos estrategias para manejar reuniones donde los padres y el equipo no estén de acuerdo. Ven y aprende sugerencias y consejos de otras madres que también tienen experiencia profesional.
Altavoces:
Cathy Tamburello, vicepresidenta del Consejo de Planificación de Apoyo Familiar de Nueva Jersey, exadministradora escolar
Susan Coll-Guedes, presidenta del Consejo Regional de Planificación de Apoyo Familiar #9 (Atlántico), profesora invitada en el College of New Jersey
Un representante del Departamento de Educación de Nueva Jersey (invitado)
Hay subtítulos multilingües disponibles para este evento. Si necesita adaptaciones especiales, regístrese antes del 15 de septiembre de 2023 con los detalles de su solicitud o comuníquese con Kyoko Coco, Kyoko.Coco@njcdd.org, al 609-341-3112.

NJCDD Hybrid Public Meeting
2023-08-10 09:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Hilton Garden Inn Hamilton 800 US-130, Hamilton Township, NJ 08690, 800 US-130, Hamilton Township,, 08690, United States
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NOTICE OF 3rd Quarter Meeting Information
The New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities (NJCDD) Hybrid Public Meeting will be held on Thursday August 10, 2023 from 9:30am to 1:30pm. To attend in person or make a comment, please submit your In-Person RSVP or written public comment to Jacinta.williams@njcdd.org by Wednesday August 9, 2023

ACCOMMODATIONS:
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 July 26, 2023.

NOTIFICACIÓN DE Información sobre la Asamblea del 3er Trimestre

El jueves 10 de agosto de 2023, de 9:30 am a 1:30 pm, se llevará a cabo la Asamblea Pública Híbrida del Consejo de Nueva Jersey sobre Discapacidades del Desarrollo (NJCDD). Para asistir en persona o realizar algún comentario, envíe su RSVP En Persona o comentario público por escrito a Jacinta.williams@njcdd.org para el miércoles 9 de agosto de 2023.

​ADAPTACIONES:
Para adaptaciones en persona, interpretación de idiomas y/u otras adaptaciones, contacte a Jacinta Williams escribiendo a Jacinta.williams@njcdd.org, con su solicitud de adaptación específica, con dos semanas de anticipación como mínimo o para el 26 de julio de 2023.

Access to Early Intervention/Youth Services
2023-07-25 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
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The New Jersey Legislative Disability Caucus invites you to our Access to Early Intervention/Youth Services Tuesday, July 25 starting at 12:00 pm.

​The NJ Legislative Disability Caucus serves 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.

CLEP- Who We Are and What We Do | CLEP- Quiénes somos y qué hacemos
2023-07-05 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
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This presentation will discuss how the Rutgers Community Living Education Project (CLEP) can assist you and your family in exploring various community living options. The CLEP team will share their lived experience and family members stories taking a person-centered approach to creating a full life in both Self-Direction and Provider Managed Supports and Services. The CLEP team members will provide an opportunity for attendees to ask questions following their presentation.

The CLEP team will be joined by Monique Dujue Wilson, parent, and community advocate. Monique is a pioneer in Self Direction and a true person-centered approach for her son. Monique will share her journey that has led to a successful community living for her son and has opened the possibilities for so many more.​​
Register Here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_551Trj9NQYiUicPdXi0GtA#/registration

Esta presentación discutirá cómo el Proyecto de Educación para la Vida Comunitaria de Rutgers (CLEP) puede ayudarlo a usted y a su familia a explorar varias opciones de vida comunitaria. El equipo de CLEP compartirá su experiencia vivida y las historias de los miembros de la familia adoptando un enfoque centrado en la persona para crear una vida plena tanto en Autodirección como en Apoyos y Servicios Administrados por el Proveedor. ​Los miembros del equipo de CLEP brindarán una oportunidad para que los asistentes hagan preguntas después de su presentación.

El equipo de CLEP estará acompañado por Monique Dujue Wilson, madre y defensora de la comunidad. Monique es una pionera en la autodirección y un verdadero enfoque centrado en la persona para su hijo. Monique compartirá su viaje que ha llevado a una vida comunitaria exitosa para su hijo y ha abierto las posibilidades para muchos más.
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A Community Discussion on Transportation from Barriers to Solutions for Community Inclusion
2023-06-03 10:00 - 15:00 UTC
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Transportation is a major barrier to access to services for many individuals with intellectual/Developmental Disabilities. Join our Statewide meeting, Saturday, June 3 from 10AM to 12PM, to learn about the innovative transportation program from Arc Mercer and Access Link Riders’ Choice Pilot that collaborates with ride-share companies like Lyft and Uber. Individual and family advocates will have a panel discussion and share their tips to navigate the complex transportation system. We will be joined by Paul Aronsohn, NJ’s Intellectual and or Developmental Disabilities Ombudsman.

Presenters:
Paul Aronsohn, Ombudsman for Individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities and Their Families
Steve Cook, Executive Director, Arc Mercer NJ Transit Accesslink and More

Individual/Family Perspectives
Melanie Ayers, Family Advocate
Gabrielle Bohon, Family Advocate
Bob Dazlich, Advocate

Register Here
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/
WN_102p2G2yTueWiNMBD71mbg#/registration El transporte es una barrera importante para el acceso a los servicios para muchas personas con discapacidades intelectuales o del desarrollo. Únase a nuestra reunión estatal, el sábado 3 de junio de 10 a. m. a 12 p. m., para conocer el innovador programa de transporte de Arc Mercer y Access Link Riders’ Choice Pilot que colabora con compañías de viajes compartidos como Lyft y Uber. Los defensores individuales y familiares tendrán un panel de discusión y compartirán sus consejos para navegar por el complejo sistema de transporte. Nos acompañará Paul Aronsohn, ombudsman de discapacidades intelectuales/del desarrollo de NJ.

Presentadores:
Paul Aronsohn, Defensor del pueblo para personas con discapacidades intelectuales o del desarrollo y sus familias
Steve Cook, director ejecutivo, Arc Mercer NJ Transit Accesslink y más

Perspectivas individuales/familiare
Melanie Ayers, defensora de la familia
Gabrielle Bohon, defensora de la familia
Bob Dazlich, Abogado

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https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/
WN_102p2G2yTueWiNMBD71mbg#/registration

Survey: Person-Centered Planning in NJ | Encuesta: Planificación centrada en la persona en NJ
2023-05-19 00:00 UTC
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This online survey is designed for adults (age 21+) who are receiving services from the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), New Jersey Department of Human Services, and their immediate family members and guardians.

The purpose of this survey is to discover if you believe the individual’s plan is person-centered. The survey has up to 15 questions and takes only 5 minutes.

Your response will help the Regional Family Support Planning Councils (RFSPC) improve their ability to advocate for families. Our goal is to empower families and individuals to effectively advocate for the development and implementation of strong person-centered plans. Please complete the survey by May 19, 2023.

Take the Survey Here

Esta encuesta en línea está diseñada para adultos (mayores de 21 años) que reciben servicios de la División de Discapacidades del Desarrollo (DDD), Departamento de Servicios Humanos de Nueva Jersey, y sus familiares inmediatos y tutores.

El propósito de esta encuesta es descubrir si cree que el plan de la persona está centrado en la persona. La encuesta tiene hasta 15 preguntas y toma solo 5 minutos.

Su respuesta ayudará a los Consejos Regionales de Planificación de Apoyo Familiar (RFSPC) a mejorar su capacidad para abogar por las familias. Nuestro objetivo es capacitar a las familias y las personas para que aboguen de manera efectiva por el desarrollo y la implementación de planes sólidos centrados en la persona. Complete la encuesta antes del 19 de mayo de 2023.

Realice la encuesta aquí

Person-Centered Planning Meeting with Michael Smull
2023-05-16 19:00 - 20:30 UTC
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Michael Small is the co-developer of person centered thinking training and of essential lifestyle planning. Mr. Smull has provided training and consultation in 49 states, (including New Jersey) and 8 countries. He has assisted agencies, states, regions, and counties to make the changes needed to support person centered practices. Mr. Smull has written extensively on person centered thinking and planning, the challenge of changing to a person centered system, and issues relating to supporting people with challenging behaviors. The person centered thinking framework that he and his colleagues developed is reflected in the Home Community Based Service (HCBS) final rule.
