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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

November, 2026

Under the Lights Screening

March, 2027

Annual Paint The Pony Purple

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Oct 29

Finding the right job can open the door to new experiences, stronger connections, and a greater sense of independence. But getting there often starts with having someone who understands your goals and sees your potential.

As an Employment Specialist at Family Resource Network, Bryce Houck works alongside individuals with disabilities as they explore career opportunities and take steps toward employment. He understands that every person`s path looks different, and that the right support can help turn career aspirations into real opportunities.

This National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we’re celebrating Bryce’s commitment to helping individuals move forward in their employment journeys and the difference he makes through his work at FRN.

To learn more about FRN`s employment services, visit https://bit.ly/4zZm3uX

#NDEAM #DisabilityEmployment #FamilyResourceNetwork

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Oct 29

Caregiving can be a lot to carry. Take a moment to pause, recharge, and reset at Caregiver Corner, the sensory room at the National Caregivers Conference!

Designed to offer a quiet space amid a busy conference, Caregiver Corner will feature an adaptive puzzle activity for a calming, hands-on break, along with a library of memoirs, pocket guides, and other resources for attendees to take home.

Caregiver Corner is made possible thanks to Aegeliss.

November 1-2 | Hyatt Regency Princeton
Connected in Caregiving | National Caregivers Conference

Learn more at the link in bio!

#NationalCaregiversConference #ConnectedInCaregiving #CaregiverSupport #SensoryRoom #CaregiverResources #CaregivingCommunity

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Oct 28

What makes a workplace stronger? Recognizing the value each person brings to the table.

As Employment Program Manager at Family Resource Network, Blayde Alcabes brings this perspective to his work every day. He is committed to creating employment opportunities where people with disabilities can put their strengths to work and pursue their professional goals.

This National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we’re proud to recognize Blayde for the perspective he brings to his work and the valuable contributions he makes to our employment programs.

#NDEAM #DisabilityEmployment #FamilyResourceNetwork

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Oct 28

The humans behind the good work 💙

The Support Coordination team at Caregivers of New Jersey met today to connect, collaborate, and strengthen the work they do to support individuals and families.

Finding the right services can make a real difference in someone’s life. Our Support Coordinators work alongside individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities enrolled in the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) program and their families to explore services, develop Individualized Service Plans, and connect with trusted providers.

Looking for Support Coordination services? Learn how to get started through the link in bio!

#SupportCoordination #CaregiversofNJ

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Oct 28

When Sidh joined FRN’s EmployAbility program, he was still figuring out what career path he wanted to pursue.

Through training and paid work experience, he explored different possibilities and discovered that he enjoyed working in the restaurant industry. As he learned the pace of the job and what was expected of him, he grew more confident in his abilities.

That growing confidence helped Sidh take the next step, turning his work experience into a permanent position.

During National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), Sidh’s experience is a reminder that exploring career options and gaining practical experience can open the door to lasting employment.

Learn more about Sidh’s journey and FRN’s employment programs through the link in bio!

#NDEAM #DisabilityEmployment #InclusiveEmployment #EmployAbility #FamilyResourceNetwork

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Oct 27

Jabrelle came to FRN’s Internship to Career program with a specific goal: to explore the automotive industry. Through a paid work-based learning experience with a local automotive business, he got to experience the field firsthand while building workplace habits and practicing communication with colleagues and customers.

As his placement progressed, Jabrelle began to notice a change in himself. He felt more confident speaking with others and meeting expectations at work. Beyond gaining hands-on experience, he left with a better understanding of what a future in the automotive industry could look like.

During National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), Jabrelle’s journey shows how opportunities to learn on the job can help build confidence and bring career goals into focus.

Learn more about Jabrelle’s journey and FRN’s employment programs through the link in bio!

#NDEAM #DisabilityEmployment #InclusiveEmployment #InternshipToCareer #FamilyResourceNetwork

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