Welcoming Week at the Y” is a vibrant event designed to foster community spirit and inclusivity. Scheduled from September 16-20, this week-long celebration invites everyone to participate in various activities to promote health, wellness, and cultural exchange.

Do you have questions about your Medicare health insurance options? Medicare coverage is ever-changing. Senior Services of North America will discuss how you can navigate the changes to Medicare as well as learn the benefits for which you may be eligible.

Manalapan Township’s Parks & Recreation Department is excited to announce a special art class for children with special needs. S.O.A.R.'s Art Class, promises an engaging and inclusive environment where creativity can take flight.

“Teen Speak” is an in-person program designed to help parents, caregivers, and guardians improve communication with their teenagers, focusing on topics like sex, mental health, and substance use.

Reisman Carolla Gran & Zuba LLP will give an overview of the guardianship process and answer frequently asked questions as part of a free webinar. There will be a Q&A period at the end
of the webinar. Preregistration Required

The Summit will present current research and evidence-based best practices through keynote speakers, panels, and workshops. Topics to be covered include Opioid Use Disorder and stigma, current drug trends, harm reduction, family supports, OUD and vulnerable populations, and more!

Participating organizations are expected to offer full-time and part-time jobs, as well as internship opportunities. Early access from 9:30-10:30 a.m. will be available for individuals who have a disability and for veterans.

Come learn all about our agency-Division of Child Protection and Permanency, the requirements of our program to become a foster parent and more about the special populations of children who need a loving home (children with complex needs, adolescents, and/or sibling groups of 4 or more).

This monthly series of dances is free for all young adults with special needs.  DJ, Pizza, snacks, and drinks from 6:00 - 8:00 PM.  Many dances are themed so feel free to dress up! Crossing guards will be available to assist pedestrians at the crosswalk.  For more information, contact Susan Shay.

The Stephanie Nicole Foundation is set to host a free Back to School Awareness Event aimed at ensuring students’ safety for the upcoming school year. There will be critical discussions on topics such as teen dating safety, relational awareness, online safety, and self-protection.

Come learn about the variety of options available to families for guardianship for adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Presentation is 90 minutes with time for questions. Presenter is Chris Bratton of the Bratton Law Group.

Join Deborah Alpert, M.D. Learn about the different types of arthritis, diagnosis, and treatment options. Learn through Engaging, Experiential Workshops from Health Care Professionals and Wellness Experts. Put it into practice with Complimentary Classes from The Atlantic Club!

Join us for "The Healing Pen", a virtual weekly transformative workshop series open to anyone seeking to heal from trauma, including survivors of domestic violence. This supportive and empowering space will guide you in using writing as a tool for healing, self-expression, and reclaiming your voice. Wednesday evenings. Beginning September 11th.

Would you like to cook healthy, low-cost meals? Take home tasty meals for your family? Connect with the community? Learn new cooking skills? All ages, experience levels & cultures welcome! No cost to participants, food & supplies provided.

Calling all fathers! We invite you to join our “SUPER DAD” program, a unique opportunity to connect with other dads, learn valuable parenting skills, and support your child’s development.  Attend 6-8 group sessions and receive a $125 Amazon e-gift card. Complete all 9 sessions and earn an additional $100 Amazon e-gift card, totaling up to $225!

We will have events at various locations in Monmouth County for LIHEAP renewals and new application. CAP agencies will be on site to assist you through the application Process.

NAMI NJ and Interfaith Rise collaborate to offer a NAMI Connection Recovery Online Support Group for asylees and refugees.

Join us every Friday night for Community Dinner at the Lunch Break Community Kitchen! All are welcome!

Healthy Lifestyles Project: LIVE is a series of live, interactive events to promote healthy living for adults and students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Monmouth County residents can connect with a Division of Social Services (DSS) representative at 180 Turning Lives Around Family Justice Center, Freehold: Mondays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m

Falls can pose a serious risk to brain injury survivors. This free webinar will review statistics of falls in those with a brain injury and the importance of reducing one's fall risk, evaluate the home set up and strategies to decrease tripping hazards around one's home, and identify a few exercises to decrease fall risk in the safety of one's home. Presenter is Dr. Marvelyn Tiziani, PT, DPT, NCS

Calling All Youth! Hear about a new council for youth interested. Make a Difference: Share your thoughts on youth disability programs. Develop Skills: Gain leadership experience. Network: Connect with peers and professionals.

The Family Support Planning Council welcomes families with children and youth with disabilities to a presentation on coordinating supports and services across all of the different service delivery systems. We will have representatives from the Children's System of Care, Department of Education, a Care Management Organization, Disability Rights New Jersey, and the Office of Ombudsman for People with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities and Their Families.

The Cumberland/Gloucester/Salem Vicinage Office of the Ombudsman and representatives from South Jersey Legal Services (SJLS) will present a virtual webinar to assist self-represented litigants who are filing for child custody and/or child support or modifying a child custody and/or child support court order.

Conversations & Coffee is hosted by The Salvation Army. The event provides free ESL (English as a Second Language) classes on Mondays and Wednesdays. It's a great opportunity to improve your English skills in a friendly and relaxed environment!

The 4th Annual NJ I/DD Youth Transition Conference is for youth with disabilities transitioning to the adult world of services, their families & caregivers and the professionals who serve them. NJ's premier conference on all-things Transition Into Adulthood related- join us virtually on October 1st and 3rd with a special virtual Resource Spotlight Networking Event on October 4th, 2024.

The New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project team finds it important to keep nurturing our connections with you and branching out in ways that help us all continue to grow. These webinars are for adults and students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their family members, and Direct Support Professionals.

Join us to enhance your personal safety skills, learn how to stay alert in any situation, and receive free safety items! ***Important! Dates and times vary each month, contact the center directly for more information.***

Each year, the New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project (NJSAP) and the New Jersey Statewide Self-Advocacy Network (NJSSAN) work together to host the annual Fall Conference. The event is an opportunity for Disability Advocates to network, learn about current advocacy issues, and attend professional development workshops.

Listening Hearts Grief Ministry in Hazlet, NJ, is a compassionate support group dedicated to helping individuals navigate the challenging journey of grief. Listening Hearts Grief Ministry is open to everyone, regardless of religious affiliation.

The ISP is the foundation for developing strong supports and services for your family member with I/DD. Join us to develop a person-centered ISP with effective ISP examples presented for families with adults and those transitioning out of the school system.