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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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Jul 20

There’s still time to join us for our August Respite Getaway! 🗽

Participants will spend the weekend at Homewood Suites in Edison, then head into New York City for a cruise with skyline views, entertainment, time on the water, and plenty of time with friends.

📍 August 7 to 9
Edison, NJ + New York City

Respite Getaways gives adults 21 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities the chance to get away, try something new, and enjoy the weekend in a safe and supportive setting. It also gives caregivers time for themselves, knowing their loved one is having a great experience.

Registration closes this Friday, July 24.

Current participants can register on our website. New participants can call (800) 372-6510 or email [email protected].

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Jul 19

REMINDER! Registration for August Out N` About events closes tomorrow!

This month, participants can join outings in Essex and Union Counties, including Movie Day, beach trips, Color Me Mine, mini golf, and canvas painting

Out N` About is a New Jersey community inclusion program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, giving participants the opportunity to get out into the community, spend time with others, and enjoy something fun together.

Register for August events by July 20th at familyresourcenetwork.org.

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Jul 18

What started as a chance conversation between two neighbors became more than 30 years of friendship, trust, and support.

For one family, Family Resource Network`s Respite Supports Program became far more than caregiving support. It became peace of mind. It became community. And over time, it became family.

Click the link in our bio to read their story and see how the right support can make a lasting difference.

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Jul 17

Have you registered for next week’s webinar on advanced epilepsy care?

If seizures continue despite medication, it may be time to learn more about other treatment options. Join Epilepsy Services of New Jersey and The Epilepsy Institute of New Jersey on July 23 for a conversation about medical and surgical treatments for drug-resistant epilepsy, including minimally invasive procedures, neuromodulation therapies, and individualized treatment planning.

We’ll also share epilepsy resources and support services available throughout New Jersey.

Register today: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1112973404865458773

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Jul 17

POV: your NCC 2026 registration comes with a free book 📦✨

Unbox Lola Dada-Olley’s new book, Unapologetically Whole, with us .

We’re setting the tone for NCC 2026 with Lola as our preconference speaker on November 1. Plus, the first 175 people to register will receive a free copy of her book.

Register for the National Caregivers Conference 2026

November 1-2, 2026
Hyatt Regency Princeton
102 Carnegie Center Drive
Princeton, New Jersey

Visit nationalcaregiversconference.org

@unapologeticallywhole_lola

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Jul 16

Each year, Family Resource Network is proud to recognize and support graduating New Jersey high school seniors as they take the next step toward their future. This scholarship celebrates the resilience, determination, and potential of students who have worked hard to achieve their goals.
🎓 Congratulations to our FRN Scholarship Winner,
Ava Linton! 💙
Ava is a graduate of the Marine Academy of Technology and Environmental Science and will attend Rutgers University–New Brunswick this fall to study Disability Law.
A dedicated student and community volunteer, Ava has been involved in golf, volunteered with the Seeing Eye, participated in S.A.I.L., earned Spanish biliteracy, and is a member of the National Honor Society. In her statement, she shared how overcoming systemic barriers inspired her passion for advocacy and her commitment to creating a more inclusive future. Ava’s compassion, leadership, and determination make her a deserving scholarship recipient.
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Each year, Autism Family Services of New Jersey is proud to recognize and support graduating New Jersey high school seniors with autism as they take the next step toward their future. This scholarship celebrates the resilience, determination, and potential of students who have worked hard to achieve their goals.
🎓 Congratulations to our Autism Family Services of NJ Scholarship Winner, Dillan Hortillas! 💙
Dillan is a graduate of East Brunswick Magnet School and will attend Rider University this fall to study Business Administration.
A dedicated student and leader, Dillan has been actively involved in the Diversity Club, Anime Club, and served as Vice President of the Ski & Snowboard Club. In his statement, he shared how skiing helped build confidence, strengthen his self-advocacy skills, and inspired him to become more courageous. Dillan’s perseverance, leadership, and determination make him a deserving scholarship recipient.
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Each year, Epilepsy Services of New Jersey is proud to recognize and support graduating New Jersey high school seniors living with epilepsy as they take the next ...

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