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Autism NJ
Provides information and advocacy, services, family and professional education, and consultation. Autism New Jersey encourages responsible basic and applied research that may lessen the effects of, and potentially prevent, autism. Autism New Jersey is dedicated to ensuring that all people with autism receive appropriate, effective services to maximize their growth potential and to enhance the general public's overall awareness of autism.
Community Health Law Project
A non-profit advocacy and legal services organization dedicated to serving the needs of low-income people with disabilities in New Jersey.
Contact Information
24 Hours / 7 Days a Week
Phone: 973-680-5599 / TTY: 973-680-1116
NJ Counsel on Developmental Disabilities
Funded by the federal government with matching funds from the state, is a lead change agent in the State responsible for a vision of what the lives of people with developmental disabilities should be. Through its membership and its activities and projects, the Council provides a forum and resources for making its vision a reality.
The New Jersey Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS)
Provides services that enable individuals with disabilities to find jobs or keep their existing jobs.
Local Support Groups
Arc of NJ
Professionally run services and advocacy from children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Parents support groups available.
Division of Disability Services NJ
Information and referral services for persons of all ages with disabilities. Serves as the link between state government and county offices.
Family Support Center of NJ
Information and referral agency offering services to individuals with a disability or families who live with a family member with special needs.
NJ Association of the Deaf-Blind, Inc.
Professionally run group to meet the needs of the deaf-blind, deaf, blind or communication impaired and their families.
Contact Information
Phone: 732-805-1912
S.P.A.N. (Statewide Parent Advocacy Network)
Professionally run training, information, assistance and support for parents concerning education and healthcare issues for children from birth- age 21. Special focus on children at risk due to disabilities, special health or emotional needs, poverty, language or race. Assists parents of children with special health needs with medical insurance and advocacy
Contact Information
Sunday - Monday: 8 AM - 4 PM
Phone: 1-800-654-7726
Resources
ADDA (Attention Deficit Disorder Association)
Mission is to provide information, resources and networking to adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
American Council of the Blind
Aims to improve the well-being of all blind or visually impaired people and their families through education, support and advocacy.
American Society for Deaf Children
Information and support for parents and families with children who are deaf or hard-or-hearing.
Brain Injury Association of NJ:
Provides information, education, outreach, prevention, advocacy and support services to all persons affected by brain injury.
National Center for Learning Disabilities
Provides information and referrals for learning disabled adults and children.
Monday Morning Project
Grassroots movement of people with disabilities, their families, friends and neighbors. Made up of advocacy networks in each county, brings together ordinary citizens to work with local, state and federal officials on public policy issues important to people with disabilities.
Website: http://njddc.org/
Contact Information
24 Hours / 7 Days a Week
Phone: 1-800-792-8848
Monday Morning Project
Grassroots movement of people with disabilities, their families, friends and neighbors. Made up of advocacy networks in each county, brings together ordinary citizens to work with local, state and federal officials on public policy issues important to people with disabilities.
National Federation of the Blind of NJ
Advocacy, self-help, education and support for blind persons, their families and friends. Under 18 welcome,