The New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities

Securing the Future of the Direct Support Professional Workforce
2026-05-14 18:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom
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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. Register Here 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. Download Flyer 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. Register Here 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. Descargar Folleto

Continuity of Care & Service Gaps Within Disability Systems
2026-06-02 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
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Continuity of Care & Service Gaps within Disability Systems
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
12:00pm – 1:00pm (Zoom Webinar)
Register Here 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.

Demystifying Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
2026-06-16 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom
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Demystifying Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Date and Time: Tuesday, June 16th from 7pm – 8:30pm
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. Register Here 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.

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. Download Flyer
Aclaración sobre el Ingreso Suplementario de Seguridad
Fecha y Tiempo:Martes, 16 de Junio de 7pm – 8:30pm
Acompáñenos en una charla informativa sobre el Ingreso Suplementario de Seguridad (SSI), el empleo y los beneficios públicos 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 ofrecerán una descripción general del funcionamiento del SSI, cómo el empleo puede afectar los beneficios y consideraciones importantes para las personas y familias que buscan trabajo y apoyo financiero. Regístrate Aquí Esta sesión ayudará a comprender mejor la información compleja sobre el SSI y a abordar ideas erróneas comunes sobre trabajar mientras se reciben beneficios. Los participantes aprenderán sobre consideraciones relacionadas con el empleo, los apoyos y protecciones disponibles, y estrategias para tomar decisiones informadas sobre la planificación laboral y de beneficios. También habrá un espacio para preguntas y debate abierto.

Este evento contará con subtítulos en varios idiomas.

Si tiene alguna pregunta, comuníquese con Kyoko Coco al correo electrónico Kyoko.Coco@njcdd.org o al teléfono 609-341-3112. Descargar Folleto

State Leadership Panel: Supporting People with I/DD Across the Lifespan
2026-06-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
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State Leadership Panel: Supporting People with I/DD Across the Lifespan
Register Here Date and Time: Saturday, June 20th from 10:00AM to 12:00PM
We encourage you to attend the upcoming State Leadership Panel in person, where you will get the chance meet the individuals responsible for I/DD services for children and adults in New Jersey, including:

Jeff Carrick, Interim Assistant Commissioner, Department of Children and Families, Children’s System of Care
Kim Murray, Acting Assistant Commissioner, Department of Education
Jonathan Seifried, Assistant Commissioner, Division of Developmental Disabilities

They will share key updates, service overviews, and highlights of interagency collaboration. This is a valuable chance to connect, learn, and engage directly with state leadership.

The panel will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn Hamilton (800 US-130, Hamilton Township, NJ 08690). A virtual listening option will be available, if you are unable to attend in person.

Questions? Contact Kerry McGrath at kerry.mcgrath@njcdd.org or 609‑984‑4516. Download Flyer
Panel de líderes estatales: Apoyo para personas con discapacidades intelectuales y del desarrollo durante toda la vida
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Fecha y Tiempo: Sabado 20 de junio de 10:00AM a 12:00PM
Le animamos a asistir en persona al próximo Panel de Liderazgo Estatal, donde tendrá la oportunidad de conocer a las personas responsables de los servicios para personas con I/DD (discapacidades intelectuales y del desarrollo) para niños y adultos en Nueva Jersey, entre ellas:

Jeff Carrick, Comisionado Asistente Interino, Departamento de Niños y Familias, Sistema de Atención para Niños
Kim Murray, Comisionada Asistente en Funciones, Departamento de Educación
Jonathan Seifried, Comisionado Asistente, División de Discapacidades del Desarrollo

Ellos compartirán actualizaciones clave, descripciones generales de los servicios y aspectos destacados de la colaboración entre agencias. Esta es una valiosa oportunidad para conectarse, aprender y participar directamente con los líderes estatales.

El panel se llevará a cabo en el Hilton Garden Inn Hamilton (800 US-130, Hamilton Township, NJ 08690). Habrá una opción virtual para escuchar la sesión si no puede asistir en persona.

¿Preguntas? Comuníquese con Kerry McGrath en kerry.mcgrath@njcdd.org o al 609-984-4516. Descargar Folleto

Person-Centered Life Planning: Who will care for my loved one when I am gone?
2026-07-21 19:00
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Person-Centered Life Planning: Who will care for my loved one when I am gone?
Register Here Date and Time: Tuesday, July 21, 2026 | 7:00 pm

The purpose of this workshop is to educate families who have a loved one with a significant disability about the importance of planning for the individual’s future support. Planned Lifetime Assistance Network of NJ (PLAN|NJ) will guide families in this legal and life-long support planning.

This session will address future planning issues such as independent living supports and legal and financial protections. Topics include how to implement a future life plan for people with disabilities, Guardianship, and Alternatives to Guardianship. Notes will be provided to families to highlight the topics of the session.

For more information and to register, contact: Kyoko Coco, Kyoko.Coco@njcdd.org, 609-341-3112

Multilingual closed captioning is available for this webinar. Download Flyer
Panel de líderes estatales: Apoyo para personas con discapacidades intelectuales y del desarrollo durante toda la vida
Regístrate Aquí Fecha y hora: martes, 21 de julio de 2026 | 7:00 pm

El objetivo de este taller es educar a las familias que tienen un ser querido con una discapacidad significativa sobre la importancia de planificar el apoyo futuro de la persona. Red de Asistencia Vitalicia Planificada de Nueva Jersey (Planned Lifetime Assistance Network of NJ , PLAN|NJ) guiará a las familias en esta planificación legal y de apoyo de por vida.

Esta sesión abordará cuestiones de planificación futura como los apoyos para la vida independiente y las protecciones legales y financieras. Los temas incluyen cómo implementar un plan de vida futuro para personas con discapacidad, tutela y alternativas a la tutela. Se proporcionarán notas a las familias para destacar los temas de la sesión.

Para más información y para registrarse, contacte con: Kyoko Coco, Kyoko.Coco@njcdd.org, 609-341-3112.

Se dispone de subtítulos ocultos multilingües para este seminario web. Descargar Folleto

School Bus Safety for Students with Disabilities
2026-07-28 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
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School Bus Safety for Students with Disabilities
Tuesday, June 28, 2026
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Zoom Webinar)
Senator Anthony Bucco, NJ Legislative Disability Caucus Co-Chair, will lead the July 28th session focused on school bus safety for students with disabilities. The discussion will cover the Special Education Transportation Task Force; the DOE Special Ed office’s initiatives taken around school bus safety; and requirements for school bus personnel to contact 911 in life-threatening emergencies, along with related reporting and recordkeeping protocols and safety equipment standards for buses transporting students with disabilities (S2456).
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.

NJCDD Public Meeting
2026-08-06 09:30 - 13:30 | Hilton Garden Inn Hamilton 800 US-130, Hamilton Township, NJ 08690, 800 US-130, Hamilton Township,, 08690, United States
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3rd Quarter NJCDD Council Meeting

Date and Time: Thursday, August 6, 2026 | 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
The New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities (NJCDD) Hy-Brid Public Meeting will be held on Thursday, August 6, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn, 800 US Route 130, Hamilton NJ. To make a public comment, please send your written comment to Jacinta.williams@njcdd.org by Wednesday, August 5, 2026.
Accommodation:
For in-person accommodations, language interpretation, and/or other accommodations, please contact Jacinta Williams in Jacinta.williams@njcdd.org, with your specific accommodation request at least two weeks in advance or by Wednesday, July 23, 2026. Regístrate Aquí
Aviso de la Reunion del Consejo del NJCDD del tercer trimestre

Fecha y hora: martes, 6 de Agosto de 2026, de 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
La reunión pública Hy-Brid del Consejo de Discapacidades del Desarrollo de Nueva Jersey (NJCDD) se celebrará el jueves 6 de agosto de 2026, de 9:30 am 1:30 p.m. en el Hilton Garden Inn, 800 US Route 130, Hamilton NJ. Para hacer un comentario público, por favor envíe su comentario escrito a Jacinta.williams@njcdd.org para el miércoles 5 de agosto de 2026.
Alojamiento:
Para alojamientos presenciales, interpretación de idiomas y/u otros alojamientos, por favor contacte con Jacinta Williams en Jacinta.williams@njcdd.org, solicitando su alojamiento específico con al menos dos semanas de antelación o antes del miércoles 23 de julio de 2026.
