The Arc of New Jersey Family Institute provides caregivers with the necessary resources and education to access the appropriate supports and services for their loved ones with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
During August Recess, lawmakers are home from Washington, DC and it's an important opportunity to weigh in on federal disability priorities. Toward that end, The Arc of New Jersey met with Bianca Markovski from Senator Booker's office to talk about investing in Home and Community Based Services, needed changes to the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program, and our support of the Keeping All Students Safe Act which would end seclusion and place significant guardrails around the use of restraint in schools.
Preparing for your child's next IEP meeting. Here are 30 tips for a smoother meeting.
Mondays with Michael

Join us every Monday at 10am on Facebook Live for a brief chat with Michael Pearson Jr., Director of Children's Advocacy at The Arc of New Jersey. Each week, Michael will discuss a topic related to special education and share helpful tips and resources for families. No registration is necessary, just visit our Facebook page every Monday at 10am.
New Webinar
What You Need to Know About the SSI Application
September 28th
6 pm- 7 pm

This webinar will help answer the following questions:

  •  What do I need to do before applying for SSI benefits for my child?  

  •  Besides SSI, is there any other Social Security program I should be applying for?

  • What forms will Social Security ask us to complete and how should we complete them?

  • My child works; how should I address this when I apply for his/her benefits?

  • How do I appeal denials?
College Tours and Information Sessions
COMPASS Program at Fairleigh Dickinson University
Virtual Information Session
Thursday, September 29th
From 6 - 7 pm

The Achievement Center at Raritan Valley Community College
In-Person College Tour
Friday, October 7th
From 10 am -12 pm
FI's Fireside Chat with Amy Taklif

Join us as we talk with Amy Taklif, Medical Social Work Analyst at NJ Catastrophic Illness in Children Relief Fund. The fund is a financial program for families with medical expenses due to a child's illness or condition.

Tuesday, September 20th at 6pm
Kids Corner
Frequently Asked Questions for Youth and Families
Depending on your child’s needs, you may have questions before you call PerformCare. Here you will find frequently asked questions (FAQs) and other information for many of the services and supports that PerformCare can connect you to through the New Jersey Children’s System of Care (CSOC).
Navigating the System
Our 2022 Get Out the Vote Guide is available now! This Guide is meant to help you navigate your voting experience and it also provides resources, insights from individuals who vote, and important deadlines that you'll want to keep in mind as Election Day approaches. Remember, your vote is your voice! 
From Our Local Chapters of The Arc
The Arc Of Ocean

The Arc of Ocean County Chapter is holding a Miniature Golf Tournament on Saturday, September 24th from 10 am- 1 pm. The event is being held at Barnacle Bills in Ortley Beach NJ.


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