Get Involved

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

March, 2027

Annual Paint The Pony Purple

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July, 2026

Camp NOVA

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Apr 19

There are only a few days left to get your tickets to An Evening for Caregivers: Brain Health Breakthroughs.

Join Joan Lunden and Dr. Majid Fotuhi for a powerful discussion that explores brain health, cognitive resilience, and strategies that may help families better understand, prevent, or respond to memory loss and cognitive change.

This event is now virtual and will be held via Zoom. Click the link in the bio to get your tickets now.

This event is hosted by Talk with Authors and is being promoted by Caregivers of New Jersey as a resource for our community.

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Apr 18

Build friendships, independence, and community at Out N` About (ONA).

ONA is a community inclusion program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to explore new environments, build meaningful relationships, and engage with the world around them. Each activity is designed to promote connection, confidence, and community participation.

This program is open to participants across all 21 New Jersey counties, with events taking place in Morris, Essex, and Union Counties.

Be sure to register for May`s Out N` About program before 4/22!
Register at https://bit.ly/4mkYmbd

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Apr 18

Build friendships, independence, and community at Out N` About (ONA).

ONA is a community inclusion program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to explore new environments, build meaningful relationships, and engage with the world around them. Each activity is designed to promote connection, confidence, and community participation.

This program is open to participants across all 21 New Jersey counties, with events taking place in Morris, Essex, and Union Counties.

Be sure to register on our website for May`s Out N` About program before 4/22!

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Apr 17

There`s just one week left to apply for a scholarship opportunity.

Family Resource Network is offering scholarships for graduating New Jersey high school seniors with a qualifying autism diagnosis who plan to continue their education at a college or vocational program.

This scholarship looks beyond grades. It recognizes effort, involvement in activities, and the individual challenges each student has navigated along the way.

Applications are due Friday, April 24, 2026.

Apply using the link in the bio.
Questions may be directed to [email protected]

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Apr 16

The call for breakout session speakers is now open for NCC 2026.

We’re looking for thoughtful, solution-driven sessions that educate, inspire, and support caregivers and those who walk alongside them.

We invite you to be part of this national conversation. If you have insight, experience, or approaches that help caregivers feel more supported, more informed, or less alone, this is a space to share it.

Caregiving can feel isolating. The National Caregivers Conference (NCC) is built to change that. This year’s theme, Connected in Caregiving, focuses on strengthening the connections that support caregivers every day. Your voice can help shape those connections.

Submit your proposal by May 31 and be part of what connections can make possible.

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Apr 15

We are honored to welcome Amanda Clark-Wahl as our Keynote Speaker for NCC 2026.

Founder of Cocktails & Caregivers, Amanda has built a national movement dedicated to supporting caregivers through connection, storytelling, and community. After caring for her husband through colon cancer while raising a newborn, and ultimately navigating his loss, she turned that journey into purpose. Known for her honest, relatable style, Amanda blends humor and real-life insight with the kind of perspective only lived experience can bring.

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

This year’s theme, Connected in Caregiving, focuses on strengthening the connections that support caregivers every day. Amanda’s work reflects that vision - creating space for caregivers to feel seen, supported, and less alone.

Join us this November as Amanda shares her story and what connection can make possible.

Register today using the link in the bio.

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