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The Family Advocate
June 2016
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Governmental Affairs Update
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By: Sharon Levine, Director of Governmental Affairs & Communications
The Arc of New Jersey Executive Director Tom Baffuto and Second Vice President and parent Kevin Sturges testified before the Senate Education Committee in May, in support of legislation that would limit the use of restraint and seclusion in schools. This is an important piece of public policy and a high-priority agenda item for our organization. Currently, New Jersey lacks statewide regulation on the use of restraint and seclusion techniques in schools and we believe protections need to be put in place. We succeeded in adding
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The Arc of New Jersey Family Institute needs your help!
We are looking to expand our list of
support groups offered in New Jersey.
If you know of a support group that could offer help or guidance to i
ndividuals with a disability, p
arents, caregivers or s
iblings,
please click
HERE to submit your Support Group's information.
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What's In Your Child's IEP?
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10 Tips for Ending the School Year
1. Visit the new school or classroom.
Will your child make a major transition next fall? Will your child be moving from preschool to kindergarten, from elementary to middle school, or from middle school to high school? Plan to take your child to visit the new school or classroom before the first day of school.
2. Review your child's IEP and progress.
Did your child make progress this school year? Did the school properly implement the IEP? Does the IEP adequately address your child's needs? Do your child's Goals prepare your child for further education, employment, and independent living?
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The Arc of New Jersey coordinates the following programs and projects to address a broad range of issues affecting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.
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Click the picture above for more information about each program.
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Where Will Your Child Transition This Month?
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Transitions from one life setting to another are challenging, complicated events for most people. However, these challenges may be magnified for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Each month we will share information about how you can help your loved one plan ahead.
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Respite: What is it and how to access it
Respite care is a service meant to support the family. It provides unpaid caregivers with a temporary break from caring for a loved one. Research shows respite helps caregivers sustain their health and mental well being. It can help avoid or delay an out-of-home placement and can reduce the likelihood of abuse and neglect. Studies show that respite may also reduce the likelihood of divorce. Respite provides a positive experience for
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Need More Help Navigating the System?
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Are you a caregiver, individual or professional in need of help navigating the system? The Arc of New Jersey Family Institute can assist you regardless of the individual's age. Click HERE to submit a Problem Intake Form online or download the Problem Form HERE and email it to [email protected].
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Need a Speaker For Your Upcoming Meeting?
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Looking for a speaker to attend your next meeting, professional training day or parent group?
The Arc of New Jersey Family Institute is proud to offer workshops and seminars on a wide variety of topics.
Topics can include:
- Post Secondary Options for Students with Developmental Disabilities
- The Basics of an IEP
- Navigating the System (early intervention through adult services)
- The Keys to a Smooth Transition into Adult Life
- Public Policy and Advocacy: A How-to Guide for Families
- Promoting Self-Advocacy
- Overview of Developmental Disabilities
All workshops are customizable to fit your group's needs. Visit our website for more information.
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Caring for a loved one can put a strain on even the most resilient person. If you're a caregiver, you must take steps to preserve your own health and well-being. Join the Arc of New Jersey Family Institute and The Arc of Union for a workshop designed to help you, the caregiver, learn different ways to alleviate stress.
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Join the Conversation Online
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The Family Institute:
Planning For Adult Life:
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Employment: How to Access Support Services
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New Jersey One Stop Career Centers
Are you looking for a job? The New Jersey One-Stop Career Centers are the place to start. Located throughout New Jersey, One-Stop Career Centers offer services (free of charge) to help individuals develop the skills needed to succeed. Services include:
- Jersey Job Clubs offer the tools and support necessary to find a job. It helps individuals develop new skills and builds up already existing skills. There are 23 local Job Clubs and six statewide industry-specific talent network Job Clubs throughout New Jersey.
- Career Beacon Job Search Readiness Workshop: One-Stop Career Centers offer a variety of free workshops to help job seekers gain skills needed in the workforce.
- Job Fairs: One-Stop Career Centers also host job fairs throughout the state to connect employers directly with job seekers.
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Event Spotlight: Webinar: An Overview of Tourette Syndrome- Strategies, Resources and Tips to Help Families |
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In each of our lives, change comes very quickly. You are going to face new circumstances every year.
Yet planning exists to prepare for life-and to give your family members better lives. It is essential to create goals that help your family live better in the midst of new circumstances.
Planning for the future is a key part of a successful life. Even if you or your family is going through major changes, there are several basic steps that will help you succeed in your plans.
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The Arc of New Jersey Family Institute was initiated in 2014 to help families caring for a loved one with intellectual and developmental disabilities to overcome the challenges they face every day. Since its inception,
The Arc of New Jersey Family Institute has helped more than 1,000 families find resources, get answers and access the supports and services they need.
Gifts of any amount are urgently needed
.... because every gift is a statement - a statement of your commitment to supporting families in need now and for the future.
Your support for The Arc of New Jersey Family Institute will ensure that this vital program will continue to help the thousands of New Jersey families struggling to care for their loved one with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Another way to give
Do you shop on Amazon.com? Now those shopping trips can benefit The Arc of New Jersey all year round!
It's simple to set up.
- Log into your Amazon account through www.smile.amazon.com.
- When prompted, choose "The Arc of New Jersey Inc." as your charity of choice and Amazon.com will donate a portion of your purchase amount to us, at no extra cost to you.
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