The JFCS Disability Services Committee presents a free virtual workshop series on Navigating the Disability Continuum. Our April program will address the transition years (ages 14 - 21). Learn how to access agencies, programs, and services to help your child transition from adolescence to adulthood, including: - Transition and the IEP (Individualized Education Program) - [...]
Join JFCS for our 16th Annual Dubrow Vocational Celebration Breakfast, paying tribute to the empowerment, independence, and potential of the clients in our Supported Employment Program. Honoring Nickolas Poretti ∙ Goodwill Industries Jenny Errichetti ∙ Murphy’s Fresh Markets Lanei Ware ∙ Pizza Hut Daniel Epps ∙ Sodexo at Lions Gate Andrew Gaffney ∙ Sodexo at Lions Gate Jason Schmitt [...]
Do you wonder who will coordinate care for your loved one when you are gone? Join us for an informative workshop with Jason Miller, Director of Social Services at PLAN NJ. Learn about securing a good life, legal and financial planning, and home and community options for adults with disabilities (ages 21 and over). Free [...]
Raising a child with a disability can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be overwhelming, isolating, and frustrating. Join JFCS for Pathways to Disability Resources, Programs, and Services, a free four-part workshop series to learn how to be your child’s best advocate while supporting their growth, development, and well-being. * Thursday, January 12: Building [...]
This disability workshop will explore the New Jersey Comprehensive Assessment Tool (NJCAT). The NJCAT evaluates an individual's need for support in three main areas: self-care, behavioral, and medical. The results also establish the individual’s tier, which determines the annual budgets that will be available for services. All Upcoming Workshops * Wednesday, February 15: Understanding the [...]
The JFCS Disability Services Committee presents a free workshop: What Is an Estate Plan and Why Do You Need One Demystifying Wills, Trusts, Power of Attorney, and Healthcare Directives Presented by Jamie Shuster Morgan, Esq. Fendrick Morgan Ms. Morgan works closely with clients and their families to provide real-life solutions for their needs. Recognizing that [...]
Join JFCS for our 17th Annual Dubrow Vocational Celebration Breakfast! This special morning will pay tribute to the empowerment, independence, and potential of the clients in our Disability Services Supported Employment Program. This event is sponsored by the Dubrow and Gelman families in loving memory of Ellen and Ron Dubrow. Free to attend - advance [...]
Our final workshop of the season will review what Benefits Counseling can offer for individuals with disabilities and how it can provide valuable information regarding employment and Social Security benefits. Register Now!
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO ILLNESS. PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR A NEW DATE! Presenter Joseph "Joe" Scullen, MSW will discuss issues that aging parents and caregivers should consider as they plan the long-term needs of their loved ones. Joe has decades of experience navigating the world of disability services as [...]
The JFCS Disability Services Committee is proud to present a free community workshop: Dual Diagnosis Mental Health Concerns among People with Intellectual and Developmental Differences Presented by Lucille Esralew, Ph.D. RSVP Now Dr. Lucille Esralew is a clinician, educator, and consultant. She has been particularly interested in building capacity to provide mental health [...]
