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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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Nov 2

What a way to kick off the National Caregivers Conference!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Pre-Conference event and to our amazing speakers for sharing their knowledge and experiences.

We were especially honored to welcome Lola Dada-Olley for a powerful fireside chat that gave us so much to reflect on and reminded us why these conversations matter.

As the conference continues today, we’re proud to create a space where caregivers feel heard, supported, and valued.

#NationalCaregiversConference #CaregiverSupport #CaregivingCommunity #NCC2026

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Oct 31

Happy Halloween from Family Resource Network🎃

Wishing you and your loved ones a fun, safe, and treat-filled day!

#HappyHalloween #FamilyResourceNetwork #FRN

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Oct 31

People with disabilities bring valuable skills, fresh perspectives, and ideas that help businesses grow. Recognizing these contributions means seeing inclusive hiring for what it is: an investment in a stronger, more innovative workforce.

As Director of Employment & Transition at Family Resource Network, Melissa Lomax is passionate about changing how businesses view disability employment. She believes people with disabilities have just as much to contribute to a company’s success, and that hiring inclusively benefits both employees and the organizations they work for.

As National Disability Employment Awareness Month comes to a close, we’re proud to recognize Melissa for her commitment to advancing inclusive employment and helping more people access opportunities to succeed.

#NDEAM #DisabilityEmployment #FamilyResourceNetwork

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Oct 30

Brain health shapes how we experience the world, navigate life’s challenges, and connect with others. On Monday, November 2, the Connected to Brain Health breakout track at the National Caregivers Conference will explore these experiences through personal perspectives and practical strategies for navigating change, strengthening relationships, and finding connection through life’s most difficult moments.

Sessions include:

Keeping the Connection: When Dementia Changes the Relationship
Presented by Maureen Braen, Founder of RISE Dementia Care

The Rearview Mirror: Surviving the Unimaginable
Presented by Cathy Kanefsky, President and CEO of the Food Bank of Delaware

Check out the full conference schedule at the link in bio!

#NationalCaregiversConference #ConnectedInCaregiving #NCC2026 #ConnectedtoBrainHealth

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Oct 30

Behind the work of employment services is the opportunity to help people build lives that reflect their goals, interests, and ambitions.

As Employment Program Manager at Family Resource Network, Sloan Mandler finds fulfillment in helping individuals with disabilities discover meaningful employment and the independence that comes with it. She is passionate about empowering people to pursue their aspirations and define what success looks like for themselves.

This National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we’re grateful for the passion and dedication Sloan brings to our employment programs and Family Resource Network as a whole.

#NDEAM #DisabilityEmployment #FamilyResourceNetwork

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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.

#NDEAM #DisabilityEmployment #FamilyResourceNetwork

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