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The Out N About (ONA) program is designed to offer adults with developmental disabilities group socialization opportunities throughout the year. ONA is a community inclusion service providing enrichment and recreational opportunities to enhance inclusion and participation in the community.

Group Recreation

Getting to Work (GTW) assists people with disabilities to prepare for, obtain and retain competitive employment. GTW is a CARF Accredited supported employment program for people with disabilities.

Individual Supports

Employment & Transition

FRN’s employment and transition programs support youth and adults with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities through mentorship, education, and employment in order to become integrated, productive members of their communities.

Supported Employment

The Internship to Career (I2C) program provides paid internships for students ages 14-21. Students will complete a 150-hour internship and participate in pre- and post-internship trainings on professionalism, advocacy, networking, and work readiness skills.

Paid Internships

NJWINS is a Social Security Work Incentives Planning and Assistance program that assists SSI and SSDI beneficiaries of working age to protect benefits while exploring, starting, continuing or increasing work efforts, with the end goal of assisting them to transition from cash benefits to earnings and public health benefits to private health insurance options.

New Jersey Work Incentives Network Support (NJWINS)

The EmployAbility Program is a free initiative designed to help individuals with disabilities build workplace skills, explore career opportunities, and gain hands-on experience through internships.

Employment Training

Provides individualized and community-based nutrition education services and resources for people with disabilities and their caregivers.

Public Health Programs

FRN’s public health department aims to address the social determinants of health that impact individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, and chronic conditions.

Center On Nutrition and Disability

FRN Navigators provide expert assistance in preparing electronic and paper applications to establish eligibility and enroll in coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace, Medicaid and CHIP.

Health Insurance Navigator

Connects individuals living with epilepsy to information, tools, and community resources, including support in accessing treatment options, seizure-related devices, and temporary medication assistance for those experiencing financial hardship.

Patient Assistance Program

A scholarship opportunity for graduating New Jersey high school residents with a diagnosis of Autism who plan on pursuing post secondary education at a college or vocational level.

Education & Training

The Family Resource Network provides engaging educational opportunities for professionals, families, and individuals across New Jersey. Our programs are offered both virtually and in person and cover a wide range of topics, including epilepsy, autism, caregiving, transition planning, and IEP development.

Autism Scholarship Program

A scholarship opportunity for graduating New Jersey high school residents who are blind or visually impaired who plan on pursuing post secondary at a college or vocational level.

Blind & Visually Impaired Scholarship Program

A scholarship opportunity for graduating New Jersey high school residents with a diagnosis of Epilepsy who plan on pursuing post secondary education at a college or vocational level.

Epilepsy Scholarship Program

Training and in-services on the medical, educational and social impact of epilepsy available to any interested organizations. Specialized training available for: school nurses, school personnel, students, seniors, first responders, and law enforcement.

Epilepsy Public And Professional Presentations

Provides information, resources, knowledge, direction and assistance to families, parents, caregivers, professionals and individuals with disabilities.

Informational & Referral

Online presentations and trainings to support family caregivers and individuals with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities or chronic health conditions.

Webinars

Epilepsy Services of New Jersey (ESNJ) provides seizure recognition and first aid training to school personnel, students, and first responders across New Jersey.

Seizure Recognition & Response Training

We look forward to the Epilepsy Services of New Jersey Walk for the ONE every year!

Events

July, 2026

50th Annual Golf Classic & Dinner

July, 2026

Seize the Wave

September, 2026

Annual Autism Beach Bash

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November, 2026

National Caregivers Conference

October, 2026

Annual Walk For The One

October, 2026

Annual Walk For The One

March, 2027

Annual Paint The Pony Purple

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July, 2026

Camp NOVA

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Exploring the community can open the door to new interests, confidence, and connection.

Support Coordination helps individuals access opportunities that encourage learning, community involvement, and independence through experiences that are meaningful to them.

Because every person deserves the chance to explore what excites them.

877-265-6360 | [email protected]

Caregivers of New Jersey is proudly serving families across Atlantic, Bergen, Burlington, Cape May, Cumberland, Hudson, Hunterdon, Mercer, Ocean, Passaic, Salem, Somerset, Sussex, and Warren Counties.

Caregivers of New Jersey is an affiliate of the Family Resource Network.

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Jun 6

Looking for childcare options for your child with a disability?

Join Family Resource Network’s Self-Hired Respite Coordinator, Melissa Canaan, for a live webinar, A Guide to Self-Hired Respite Services, on Wednesday, June 17, from 6:00pm to 7:00pm.

Whether you’re getting started for the first time or renewing services, this webinar will help you better understand how self-hired respite works in New Jersey and what steps to take next.

Webinar will cover:
✔️ Eligibility requirements
✔️ Hiring and payment processes
✔️ Making the most of approved respite hours
✔️ Submitting required documentation and logs
✔️ Tips for staying organized throughout the year

There will also be time for questions, so bring anything you’re wondering about, from getting started to staying organized once services are underway.

Register for the Self-Hired Respite Webinar at the link in our bio!

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Jun 4

The 2026 National Caregivers Conference is designed for family caregivers, loved ones, and care partners who want practical information, support, and connection with others who understand the caregiving experience.

Caregiving can feel isolating. The National Caregivers Conference is built to change that.

Join us November 1-2 at the Hyatt Regency in Princeton, New Jersey, for two days focused on caregiving, resources, and connection for families and the professionals who support them.

Swipe through to review caregiver registration options, what’s included, and conference access. Early Bird caregiver pricing is open through July 31st.

Register or learn more at nationalcaregiversconference.org.

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Jun 3

July registration is open for Out N’ About, a New Jersey community inclusion program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

This month’s outings include Funplex Waterpark and Arcade, movies, candle making, soap making, and local dining favorites. Participants will have opportunities to spend time with peers, try new activities, and build community connections in fun settings.

Out N’ About events take place across Essex and Union Counties and are open to eligible participants throughout New Jersey.

Register for July events by June 20th at the link in our bio!

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May 29

Adult services can bring up a lot of questions for families, especially when DDD, Medicaid, NJCAT, support coordination, and guardianship start showing up in the same conversation.

Join us for a 30-minute LIVE Q&A on Monday, June 1 at 6:30pm with Allison Wawrin, Trainer at Caregivers of New Jersey.

This session is for New Jersey families who are preparing for adult services or trying to understand where to start.

We’ll talk through questions families often ask, including:
- When should we apply for DDD services?
- What is the NJCAT, and how does it affect services?
- What is the difference between waiver programs?
- How does support coordination work?
- Where do Medicaid, SSI, and guardianship fit into the process?

Bring the questions you have been trying to sort through.

Register for the LIVE Q&A at the link in our bio!

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May 26

Every journey looks different, and the right support can make all the difference.

The Family Resource Network offers one-to-one services that are flexible, personalized, and centered on each individual’s goals. From community-based programs and respite opportunities to individualized care at home, we’re here to support individuals and families every step of the way.

For some services, parents or family members may even be hired and paid as the Direct Support Professional (DSP), providing greater continuity, comfort, and peace of mind. Whether you’re seeking a trained professional or exploring a family DSP option, our team will work with you to find the right fit.

Learn more about our services at familyresourcenetwork.org

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