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NJ Disability Information Hub in Celebration of the Americans with Disabilities Act Anniversary

 

The Department of Human Services has launched the NJ Disability Information Hub, an accessible website that brings together resources from across state government into one place for New Jersey residents with disabilities and their families, caregivers, and advocates.

 

The website is

 

nj.gov/disabilities/

 

 

 

 

FREE Virtual Developmental Screenings

 

Children's Specialized Hospital is offering these screenings as a tool to learn more about your child's development and to get linked with services if your child exhibits a delay or is at risk. All families are encouraged to register. These screenings are offered in English or Spanish, and are open to children ages 1- 5 1/2 years old. Visit their webpage for information on how to register.

 

 

 

 

For more information about the Helpline 

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Facebook Group for Families!!

 

The goal of the group is to learn about services

available for Special Needs Young and Mature Adults!

 

 

Click here

to Join Us and TALK TO OTHER FAMILIES 

 

 

31 Summer Activities for Individuals with IDD

Download The July Calendar Here

 

 

 

 

 

See all of SPAN's upcoming events with details and registration

 

Click Here

 

 

Para recibir la edición en Español de este boletín semanalmente en su correo electrónico 

 

 

 

haga clic aquí para suscribirse

 

 

 

 

From the NJ Department of Human Services
Human Services Announces New Help Line for Caregivers of Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Caregivers Can Call 833-NJ-ADULT (833-652-3858) Daily from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
 
(TRENTON) – Human Services Commissioner Sarah Adelman today announced a new help line available to support caregivers of adult individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
“Caring for a loved one with an intellectual or developmental disability is an incredible responsibility, and sometimes it presents challenges that can leave a caregiver feeling uncertain, frustrated or alone,” Commissioner Adelman said. “When an individual with intellectual and developmental disabilities is transitioning to adulthood, navigating those changes can sometimes feel like starting over. Caregivers of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities should know they are not alone. We are excited to offer a place for parents to call to speak with other parents who have navigated the transition to adulthood with their own children and have shared similar worries and pressures.”