FRN’s Support Services provide individuals with disabilities and families of children with disabilities to get the support they need to lead a full and happy life.
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.
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.
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.
Caregiver wellbeing deserves a place in the conversation.
The Connected to Wellbeing Breakout Track at the National Caregivers Conference 2026 features sessions designed to support caregivers` emotional, spiritual, and personal wellbeing.
Presentations Include:
Spiritual Side Effects of Being a Caregiver: Naming What Caregiving Does to Your Soul and What Helps
Presented by Rev. Christine Davies
Who Were You Before? Reclaiming Identity After the Caregiving Years
Presented by Tahnya Brown
Both sessions will take place on Monday, November 2.
To learn more about the conference schedule and registration, visit the link in bio!
November 1–2 | Hyatt Regency Princeton | Connected in Caregiving
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New season, new adventures! Registration is now open for November’s Out N About activities.
This month, participants can catch a movie, enjoy lunch out, and celebrate the season together at a special Friendsgiving gathering.
Out N About gives adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities opportunities to get out, try new things, build friendships, and be part of the community.
Registration is open through October 20. Don’t miss out. Register today at the link in bio!
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Caregiving comes with a lot to manage. The right tools can make coordinating care easier.
Join us Monday, October 19 at 6 PM for Conversations in Caregiving: Leveraging Technology and AI to Care Smarter, a practical conversation about how technology and artificial intelligence can support everyday caregiving.
The session will explore how AI can be used as a helpful tool, what responsible and ethical use looks like, how to protect private health information, and how to choose apps that can make managing and coordinating care easier.
The webinar features Ali Madad, Board-Certified Patient Advocate and Founder of GiveCare; Dr. Irina Koyfman, Nurse Practitioner and CEO/President of Affinity Expert; and Marti Gardner, Nurse & Caregiving Advocate and Founder of Same Page Caregiving.
This is the third webinar in our Conversations in Caregiving series leading up to the National Caregivers Conference. It is designed for family caregivers, professional caregivers, care partners, healthcare professionals, and anyone interested in using technology as part of caregiving.
Register today at the link in bio!
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We`re excited to introduce Michelle Howell, Director of Support Services at Family Resource Network!
Michelle brings a wealth of knowledge in education, special education, and autism services to her role at FRN. Before joining our team, she served as Senior Assistant Director at Eden Autism School. Throughout her career, Michelle has dedicated herself to supporting students, families, educators, and school communities, serving in leadership roles including Education Director at Valley Day School and Assistant Principal at Mastery Charter Schools. Her passion for helping others and creating meaningful systems makes her an incredible addition to the FRN team.
Outside of work, Michelle is a wife and proud mom of two young men. She loves spending time with her family, making memories, and appreciating life`s little moments. Looking ahead, she hopes to continue growing in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis and become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Above all, Michelle values staying present and creating memories with the people she loves.
Please join us in giving Michelle a warm welcome to the FRN family!
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We’re at the Warren Hills Transition Resource Fair today at Warren Hills Regional High School! Stop by and visit the Caregivers of New Jersey team. We’ll be here until 1pm! 💙
Learn how CNJ can help your family navigate DDD services, Support Coordination, and the transition from school to adult services.
Still need health insurance? Not sure where to start?
Our certified Health Insurance Navigators are here to help you make sense of your options and find coverage that works for you.
From comparing plans through Get Covered NJ to applying for NJ FamilyCare, our Navigators can help you explore your options, complete enrollment applications, renew your coverage, and understand how to use your benefits.
Special Enrollment is available through October 31, 2026 if you’ve experienced a qualifying life event, such as:
• Loss of health insurance
• Marriage or divorce
• Birth or adoption of a child
• A recent move
• Change in immigration status
Get started today at the link in bio!
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¿Necesitas seguro medico? ¿No sabe por dónde empezar?
Nuestros Navegadores Certificados de Seguros Médicos están aquí para ayudarle a comprender sus opciones y encontrar la cobertura que mejor se adapte a sus necesidades.
Desde comparar planes a través de Get Covered New Jersey hasta solicitar NJ FamilyCare, nuestros Navegadores pueden ayudarle a explorar sus opciones, completar su solicitud de inscripción, renovar su cobertura y entender cómo usar sus beneficios.
La Inscripción Especial está disponible hasta el 31 de octubre de 2026 si ha tenido un evento de vida que califica, como:
• Pérdida del seguro médico
• Matrimonio o divorcio
• Nacimiento o adopción de un hijo
• Una mudanza reciente
• Cambio en su estatus migratorio
Two breakout sessions. One great way to start the National Caregivers Conference 2026.
Begin your conference experience the evening of November 1 with our Pre-Conference Breakout Sessions, where you can learn from one another, make connections, and start meaningful conversations about caregiving.
The Caregiving Ecosystem: When Caregiving Changes Everyone at Home
Presented by Leilani and Rod Faigao
Please Don`t Tell Us What We Can`t Do: Building the Scaffolding for Transition, Advocacy and Possibility
Presented by Julia and Marissa Terrell
To learn more about the breakout session schedule and registration, visit the link in bio!
November 1–2 | Hyatt Regency Princeton | Connected in Caregiving