September 7, 2025, 9 am-3 pm, 14th Ave Beach, Belmar, NJ
* Planning for a Loved One With Special Needs
* Paperwork for Families: Getting Organized
Tuesday, September 16 · 12 - 1 pm
* The New Jersey Inclusive Child Care Project (NJICCP)
Presents: Positive Solutions for Families
September 17 @ 10 to 12 pm see complete dates below
* Understanding Early Intervention: Empowering Families From
the Start - Thursday, September 18th at 6:00 pm
* The 2025 SPAN Parent Leadership and Advocacy Conference
Saturday, September 27, 2025
* Law Inforcement Initiative Seeks To Improve Interactions -
Please participate in the information-gathering survey.
* 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
| Registration is Now Open For Autism Beach Bash
September 7, 2025, 9am-3pm, 14th Ave Beach, Belmar, NJ
Join us for a full day of surf, music, sunshine, and good vibes at New Jersey’s largest autism-friendly event. It’s a rare chance to be among thousands of others who get what it means to live with autism, who share your experiences, and who welcome you just as you are. That’s more than community. That’s what belonging feels like. And that’s what this day is built to deliver.
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Planning for a Loved One With Special NeedsSep 9, 2025 12:00 PMEvery family is different, and each of us must create financial strategies with our circumstances in mind. This is especially true for families that care for children with special needs. Parents often need to consider the present as well as the future for their special needs child, including a future where parents are no longer managing their child's day-day needs and agenda. During this presentation, you will learn: - Why a special needs trust in a "must have" and how to fund it effectively, - How to save money for your retirement AND fund your special needs plan, - Discover what is an ABLE account and why you may want to open one.
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Paperwork for Families: Getting OrganizedTuesday, September 16 · 12 - 1 pm
Are you overwhelmed by the mountains of paperwork created by your child's school records? Not sure what to keep, what to toss? Want to be better prepared for that next meeting at school? Join us to finally get those papers organized so you can more effectively advocate for your child.This is a virtual presentation.
Presented by: Julie Rikon, Association for Special Children and Families (ASCF) More Information: Contact Joann Nahmias at [email protected]
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The New Jersey Inclusive Child Care Project (NJICCP) Presents: Positive Solutions for Families
Positive Solutions for Families is a multi-session, evidence-based program, designed to help families support the social-emotional needs of their children birth to 5 years while also gaining resources to navigate challenging behavior. The training materials are based on the pyramid model utilized in Early Childhood Education Centers. Participants are encouraged to register and attend all 7 sessions as the content builds on previous weeks. Positive Solutions for Families will occur weekly on Wednesdays from 10-12pm weekly. Sessions will occur on the following dates September 17, 24 October 1b 8, 15, 22, 29
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Understanding Early Intervention: Empowering Families From the Start Thursday, September 18th at 6:00 pm
Join Karen Lozaiza, Family Support Coordinator, for an informative session led by the Family Link Regional Early Intervention Collaborative, part of the New Jersey Department of Health. This presentation provides a comprehensive overview of the New Jersey Early Intervention System (NJEIS), which supports children from birth to age three who have developmental delays or disabilities.
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The 2025 SPAN Parent Leadership and Advocacy Conference Saturday, September 27, 2025
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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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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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