On this page, you will find the following information.
* Inclusive Postsecondary Education Day - Please go to my
College Information Tab to find out more.
* Help Medical Students Understand the Experiences of Families
of Children with Disabilities
* Law Inforcement Initiative Seeks To Improve Interactions -
Please participate in the information-gathering survey.
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* An Overview of Self-Direction Services, Personal Care Assistant
(PCA) and The Personal Preference Program (PPP)
Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
* Navigating Ways to Support Special Education Students with
College and Career Readiness -
Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 6:00-7:30 pm
* April Transition Webinars for Students and Young Adults
with IDD and Their Families
April 17, 12–1 PM:, and April 24, 6–7:30 PM:
* Navigating Family Support: Resources and Services from the
Center for Family Services - April 17 at 6 pm
* Abilities Expo Friday, May 2 - Sunday May 4 opens at 11:00 AM
* Transition Made Easy - May 6 from 12PM to 1 PM
* Overcoming Barriers to Healthcare: Reducing Anxiety and
Enhancing Access to Routine Medical Procedures -
Wednesday, May 7, 12:00 - 1:00 PM EST Live Zoom Webinar
* Planning for the Future: What to Consider
Wednesday, May 21, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
* New CAPE Chat Podcast
* Support Group for Parents and Caregivers of Children and
young Adults -
The 2nd Tuesday and Thursday of the month, 7:30-8:30 pm
* The ARC Calander of Events
* Ready to Transition into DDD and Adult Life but not sure what
steps to take next? - This is a pre-recorded webinar
* DDD Monthly Transition Thursdays Webinar Series - Transition &
Intake - 2nd Thursday of each month from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Help Medical Students Understand the Experiences of Families of Children with Disabilities
The Rutgers Boggs Center is offering families an opportunity to participate in the Seminar on Family Centered Care & Developmental Disabilities, Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School!
The seminar is held 6-8 times a year. Families can host as often as they want, usually 2-4 times per year. Most visits last 2-3 hours. Start and end timing are flexible. All members of the family are welcome to participate. Host families will receive a $100 dollar stipend for each group of students they host through support from the New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities.
The role of families is to meet with a small group of medical students, either in your home over dinner, or by Zoom. Share your family’s experience with raising a child with a disability and interacting with health professionals. Contribute to the education of future medical professionals!
For questions or submitting an application, please contact:
Carrie Coffield, PhD Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Director of Preservice Training Director, NJLEND Phone: 732-235-9329 E-mail: [email protected] |
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April Transition Webinars for Students and Young Adults with IDD and Their Families
The DDD Office of Transition to Adult Life and Employment has several virtual opportunities in April for students and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families to learn about the process of transitioning to adult life and to New Jersey’s adult service system for people with IDD. Open to anyone – click on the links to register.
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An Overview of Self-Direction Services, Personal Care Assistant (PCA) and The Personal Preference Program (PPP)Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
join us for an overview of Self-Direction Services, Personal Care Assistant (PCA) and The Personal Preference Program (PPP) |
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Navigating Ways to Support Special Education Students with College and Career Readiness Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 6:00-7:30 pm
Are you looking for strategies to help special education students successfully transition to college and careers? Join us for an insightful webinar where we will explore practical tools, resources, and approaches to empower students with disabilities as they prepare for their next steps beyond high school.
What You’ll Learn: Best practices for guiding students through college and career exploration Resources to support individualized transition planning Strategies to foster independence and self-advocacy skills Insights on accommodations, vocational pathways, and support networks
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Navigating Family Support: Resources and Services from the Center for Family Services April 17, at 6 pm
Join us for an informative webinar designed for parents of children with IDD and behavioral challenges. The Center for Family Services and guide you through the resources and support available to help navigate your family's unique journey. Learn about tailored programs, expert guidance, and practical tools to empower your family and enhance your child's development.
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Abilities Expo May 2-4 New Jersey Convention & Expo Center 97 Sunfield Avenue Edicon, NJ 08837 Fri, & Sat,; 11 AM - 5 PM and Sun,: 11 AM - 4 PM
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Transition Made Easy May 6 from 12 PM - 1 PM
The step by step process on how to access services from the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD). Register Here Register Here Register Here May 6, 12-1PM June 3, 12-1PM jULY 1, 12-1pm
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Overcoming Barriers to Healthcare: Reducing Anxiety and Enhancing Access to Routine Medical Procedures Wednesday, May 7, 12:00 - 1:00 PM EST Live Zoom Webinar
Join the Rutgers Community Living Education Project (CLEP) as we host the Rowan-Virtua Regional Integrated Special Needs (RISN) Center as they explore the barriers individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) face in accessing routine medical care. Participants will learn how anxiety, fear, and past trauma affect healthcare compliance and gain practical strategies for addressing these challenges. Attendees will also learn how to adapt procedures and create supportive environments to improve healthcare experiences for individuals with IDD.
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Planning for the Future: What to Consider Wednesday, May 21, 2025 from1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Register here: |
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New CAPE Chat Podcast
Social Skills Spotlight with JDK Station
Join Nicole as she chats with Jenna and Donna from JDK Station about their social skills programs!
JDK Station offers a variety of services designed to help individuals thrive, including social skills groups, an engaging summer camp, and private ABA services tailored to meet individual needs.
Tune in to hear how their innovative programs empower children to build confidence, make connections and develop lifelong skills!
Click Here to listen to Podcast
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Support Group for Parents and Caregivers of Children and young Adults The 2nd Tuesday and Thursday of the month, 7:30-8:30 pm
The group meets virtually the 2nd Tuesday and Thursday of every month at 7:30 pm. It is facilitated by Lauren Lavelle, a parent coach and professional in the field of disabilities. Parenting a child or youth with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities presents unique challenges as well as many joys. The group offers emotional support and resources as you share your experiences with other parents/caregivers. |
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The ARC Calander of Events
These calendars highlight activities that could assist you in various areas. You can view current or upcoming month's activities. |
Ready to Transition into DDD and Adult Life but not sure what steps to take next?
Join Disability Services & Advocacy, LLC, Support Coordination Agency, as their panelist of experts host a free informational webinar and Q & A Session.
This is a pre-recorded webinar.
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DDD Monthly Transition Thursdays Webinar Series - Transition & Intake
Please register at the links below
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Get Free Digital Skills Training
AT&T, The Arc, and The Arc San Francisco have teamed up to produce digital skills training for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Workshops are available in person in 26 regions and online nationwide. Training covers getting started with computers and mobile devices, navigating websites and search engines, online safety, and more.
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