The resource links provided below are intended for informational and educational purposes only. While every care has been taken in compiling and reviewing this information, we cannot guarantee inaccuracies will not occur. Sussex-Wantage SEPAG will not be held responsible for any loss, damage, or inconvenience caused by an inaccuracy within this information. None of the information contained implies that Sussex-Wantage SEPAG nor Sussex-Wantage Regional School District specifically endorses or supports the organizations, information, products or services. This information is provided for your convenience.
Rethink Ed continues to be committed to a healthy and positive culture of learning for schools, students, and families. We provide a variety of resources for caregivers to use that support their children's well-being as well as their own. These resources include help with managing behavior and building independence, providing structure and routine, and keeping learning interesting and fun in the home environment.
Bright & Quirky’s Mission Statement: Ease the struggle for bright and quirky kids and parents, help them self-actualize with the help of experts in the fields of mental health and education, and inspire the hope that new ideas and possibilities bring.
American Sign Language University is resource site for ASL students and teachers. Here you will find information and resources to help you learn ASL and improve your signing.
Signing Savvy is your complete sign language resource. Signing Savvy includes a sign language dictionary containing several thousand high-resolution videos of American Sign Language (ASL) signs, fingerspelled words, and other common signs used within the United States and Canada.
Signing Savvy also includes a host of resources and tools to use while learning sign language, such as the ability to build custom wordlists and share them with others, create virtual flash cards and quizzes, print signs, build sign phrases, and much more! Additional information is included with each sign videos to help provide a better understanding of what the sign is, when to use it, and how to remember it.
Handspeak is a sign language resource site, including comprehensive American Sign Language (ASL) online dictionary, ASL lessons, manual alphabet (fingerspelling), Deaf/ASL culture including history, art and literature, kid's ASL dictionary and more.
LifeTown is a one-of-a-kind resource for schools and families. Working closely with many partners, we provide a growing list of program offerings. It offers a myriad of opportunities for recreation, education and therapeutic play aimed at providing a comprehensive slate of programming for individuals with special abilities and their families.
Designed by a nature play specialist and landscape architects, in consultation with academics, practitioners, and family members with firsthand experience of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), the Autism Nature Trail at Letchworth State Park in Castille, NY will provide a unique and welcoming experience in nature, inviting those with ASD and other developmental disabilities to push boundaries, explore outdoor activities and develop new skills.
Decoding Dyslexia – NJ is a grassroots movement driven by NJ families concerned with the limited access to educational interventions for dyslexia and other language-based learning disabilities within our public schools. We aim to raise dyslexia awareness, empower families to support their children and inform policy-makers on best practices to identify, remediate and support students with dyslexia in NJ public schools.
The Statewide Parent Advocacy Network (SPAN) is an independent 501(c)3 organization committed to empowering families as advocates and partners in improving education, health, and mental health outcomes for infants, toddlers, children and youth. SPAN is a "first stop" for New Jersey families. SPAN is New Jersey's Parent Training and Information Center; Family to Family Health Information Center; Family Voices State Affiliate Organization; Parent to Parent USA affiliate; and a chapter of the Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health.
This third edition of Autism: A Family Guide to Navigating the New Jersey Service Systems for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other Developmental Disabilities remains the same as its two prior iterations: assist anyone in need of ASD related services to access New Jersey’s state system of programs and services for individuals with ASD. “Through the Maze” is a starting point for anyone interested in developing an understanding of the way New Jersey has arranged its governmental services for individuals and families affected by ASD; it is not intended to represent every ASD service available in New Jersey. The state has local non-profit organization partners that run intensive and comprehensive programs that fill service needs, which are not addressed by state government.
NORWESCAP has a clear and defined mission and vision as a way to define our today and to help lead us to our aspirations of tomorrow. Our vision and mission help to explain why we exist and to define our ambition. The Ends Statement defines which human needs are to be met, or whom, and at what cost. Written with a long term perspective, these mission-related policies embody the board's long-range vision. We hope with our defined mission and vision you will join us in impacting poverty.
VISION: "A united community transforming poverty into opportunity."
MISSION: "Strengthening communities by creating opportunities that impact poverty."
ENDS: NORWESCAP's mission is to improve the lives of low income individuals and families in need in Northwest New Jersey primarily by offering, referring or collaborating with others to provide programs and education which help foster self-sufficiency in the following domains:
Economic and Employment Building
Nutrition and Healthy Living
Child and Family Development
Housing
We will also provide community services in:
Information and Outreach
Volunteer Services
Emergency Services
PerformCare is a full-service behavioral health managed care company, supporting members in the public sector. We are committed to providing superior, innovative solutions in behavioral health, developmental and intellectual disabilities, human services, and integrated health programs for:
Medicaid and Medicare plans
Commercial health plans
Wellness, employee assistance and specialty products
Programs to support human services management challenges
"The Association for Special Children and Families (ASCF) is a community-based organization for families of children with disabilities. We were founded by a small group of dedicated parents in 1978 who wanted to assist other parents in the challenging role of parenting and educating a child with a disability. Our goal is to support and educate parents to advocate for their own child with a special need. We are not advocates, but parent consultants who guide and support parents. Parents are their child’s best and most effective advocate. We give them the tools to do this on their own."
The Arc of New Jersey Family Institute was developed as a resource for families of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) starting in January of 2014. Our goal is to help families find the tools and resources they need to navigate the system of care. We are dedicated to providing timely information and bridging the gap between service changes and families. We will do this by providing advocacy and education on services, transition and system issues, individual issues and so much more.
Family Partners of Morris & Sussex Counties, a Family Support Organization, is a private, family-led organization that provides support for families with children who have special mental health, emotional or behavioral challenges and is based on three core principals: Support, Education and Advocacy.
Parents, educators, advocates, and attorneys come to Wrightslaw for accurate, reliable information about special education law, education law, and advocacy for children with disabilities.
Wrightslaw also publishes a blog which contains a wealth of information.
"Our goal is to help the millions of parents whose children, ages 3–20, are struggling with learning and attention issues. We want to empower them to understand their children’s issues and relate to their experiences. With this knowledge, parents can make effective choices that propel their children from simply coping to truly thriving."
Another great resource for parents:
"If you are a parent or teacher of a child with a learning disability – or have learning disabilities yourself – you are not alone.The good news is that the Learning Disabilities Association of America is here to help! Since 1963, LDA has provided support to people with learning disabilities, their parents, teachers and other professionals with cutting edge information on learning disabilities, practical solutions, and a comprehensive network of resources. These services make LDA the leading resource for information on learning disabilities."
A Parent's Guide to Learning Disabitlies @ Student Guide
"Being a parent already encompasses a great deal of responsibility, and parenthood often becomes even more taxing when a child begins to suffer from a learning disability.
Let this be your virtual helping hand, guiding you towards the facts about common learning disabilities and towards resources and non-profit organizations ready and willing to support both you and your child."
Looking for an organization or website to provide you with more information on a special education or disability topic? Start here!
DDS Publishes the New Jersey Guide to Accessible Parking and New Jersey Resources. New Jersey Resources, updated regularly, is a comprehensive guide detailing the programs and services the New Jersey Department of Human Services offers residents, caregivers, advocates, and individuals with disabilities, statewide. Both publications are available in English and Spanish and in both print and digital formats.
"Pass It Along is a non-profit organization committed to helping teenagers become confident, resilient and compassionate through volunteerism, leadership and self-discovery. Pass It Along is the only organization in Northern New Jersey that solely targets teenagers, providing service learning as a part of each volunteer experience, enabling a one-on-one connection with the people teenagers are helping and delivering thought provoking self-discovery workshops."
"PBPNJ is a 501c3 non-profit organization driven to enhance the lives of those faced with intellectual/developmental disabilities and their families. Our goal is to provide life long support and services through a community center as well housing options that will promote lasting friendships and a superior quality of life for its precious individuals."
Highlands Family Success Center
"Family Success Centers are multi-faceted, community gathering places that offer families and individuals convenient access to information, support, and resources that help develop and maximize their strengths and potential."
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