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Recreation Events

April 11th - Picnic and Pressed Flower Bookmark Workshop

Join us for a relaxing spring afternoon surrounded by nature at the beautiful Frelinghuysen Arboretum! We’ll begin by gathering at 1:00 PM at the pavilion, bring your own lunch and enjoy a casual picnic while exploring the scenic grounds. At 2:00 PM, we’ll head indoors to the Haggerty Education Center for a creative, hands-on pressed flower bookmark workshop. You’ll learn how to design and assemble your own botanical bookmark to take home, perfect for book lovers and nature enthusiasts alike.

April 28th - Bingo & Dinner at the Randolph Diner

Come join us in person for a fun night of Bingo paired with a tasty dinner at the cozy Randolph Diner. It's the perfect way to unwind, enjoy some good food, and maybe win some prizes! Don't miss out on a great evening filled with laughs and yummy food.

Enhanced Life Skills 2026:

Building Healthy Relationships & Boundaries

Join us for Class #2 in our Enhanced Life Skills workshop series, an in‑person, supportive session focused on helping adults strengthen relationships and communicate with confidence.

In Building Healthy Relationships & Boundaries, participants will explore what makes relationships healthy, how to set and maintain personal boundaries, and how to recognize supportive vs. unsupportive interactions. This class is designed to help individuals build stronger friendships, advocate for their needs, and grow in confidence when navigating social situations.

Our Building Healthy Relationships & Boundaries ELS Class will take place on:

Tuesday, April 21st

6:00–8:00 PM (check-in at 5:45 PM)

66 Ford Road, Upstairs Classroom

Denville, NJ 07834

Enhanced Life Skills classes are held every third Tuesday of the month and offer practical, real‑world tools for communication, self‑advocacy, social confidence, and independent living.

Whether you’re continuing the series or joining us for the first time, we’d love to have you be part of this engaging and empowering experience.

Click here to access the full class schedule for 2026.

To sign up for future classes, click the class title in the link above.

Save the Date: Family Fun Day and Disability Resource Fair

Sunday, May 17th | 12pm-4pm

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Save the Date: Abilities Expo Comes to the NY Metro Area FREE Event!

We’re excited to share an incredible event you won’t want to miss, the Abilities Expo New York Metro, coming this spring!

May 1–3, 2026

New Jersey Convention & Expo Center

Friday & Saturday: 11:00 AM–5:00 PM

Sunday: 11:00 AM–4:00 PM

The Abilities Expo is an all‑ages event packed with innovative products, adaptive technology, hands‑on activities, and valuable resources for people with disabilities, their families, caregivers, and professionals.

What’s Happening at the Expo?

Adaptive Activities

Get moving and try inclusive activities like adaptive sports, dance, and more. Explore new interests and learn how to stay involved year‑round.

Informative Workshops

Attend free, engaging workshops focused on real‑life topics that matter: self‑advocacy, accessible home design, traveling with a disability, and other essential subjects.

Accessibility Features

Enjoy peace of mind with free loaner scooters available during show hours (first come, first served), and stop by the Free Wheelchair Repair Pavilion for minor repairs and maintenance.

Exhibitors & Resources

Explore thousands of cutting‑edge products, services, and technologies designed to support independence and quality of life. Whatever your disability, the Expo strives to connect you with tools and resources to help you thrive.

Whether you’re looking to discover new solutions, try something new, or connect with the disability community, the Abilities Expo offers it all!

 The Statewide Independent Living Council will host a table for Independent Living; we hope you’ll stop by and visit our table while exploring the Expo! 

Have Your Voice Heard: SRC & DVRS Public Forums

The State Rehabilitation Council (SRC), in collaboration with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (DVRS), invites individuals with disabilities, family members, and community partners to participate in upcoming virtual public forums. These listening sessions provide an opportunity to learn more about DVRS services and to share your experiences, feedback, and ideas for improving access and service delivery in New Jersey.



Join one of three virtual sessions on April 30 (6–7:30 pm), May 13 (3–4:30 pm), or June 2 (11 am–12:30 pm). Your input will help shape a more responsive and effective vocational rehabilitation system. Registration is required.

SSA Update: Changes to How Medical Disability

Reviews Are Processed

SSA has announced that it will begin transitioning the processing of medical Continuing Disability Reviews (CDRs) from State Disability Determination Services (DDS) to its federal processing unit, known as Disability Case Review (DCR).

Medical CDRs are a routine part of SSA’s disability programs and are used to determine whether individuals receiving disability benefits remain medically eligible. According to SSA, moving this work to a federal processing site is intended to strengthen program oversight and accountability, improve service and program management, and reduce improper payments.

SSA also notes that this change will allow state DDS offices to focus more fully on initial disability claims and reconsideration cases, which may help reduce wait times for people newly applying for disability benefits.

The SSA reports that its Disability Case Review organization has shown strong results since federal processing sites were consolidated under DCR in Fiscal Year 2025, with production increasing by more than 20 percent compared to the prior year. As part of this transition, SSA plans to hire additional staff with experience in medical CDR processing to expand capacity.

Importantly, SSA has emphasized that this operational change does not affect eligibility rules for disability benefits. The criteria for receiving benefits remain the same. The stated goal is to improve how the program is administered and enhance service to the public.



This information is being shared for awareness purposes. If you have questions about how this may affect your specific situation, SSA recommends contacting Social Security directly or visiting their official website for the most up‑to‑date guidance.

Norwescap's 19th Annual Morris County Seniors

& Persons with Disabilities Art Show

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) Lifeline Program

This federal initiative is designed to make phone and internet services more affordable for low-income households, ensuring that more individuals have the connectivity needed to access important resources and services online. Eligible consumers can receive a monthly discount of up to $9.25. Consumers living on Tribal lands are eligible for an enhanced discount of up to $34.25 per month, making it even easier to stay connected and access essential services.

Individuals receiving Supplemental Security Income, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Medicaid, and other Federal Assistance programs, as well as households with income of 135 percent or less than the Federal Poverty Guidelines are eligible. 



Individuals can visit Home - Universal Service Administrative Company to check their eligibility and submit an application.