URGENT ADVOCACY EFFORTS:

The U.S. House of Representatives voted to approve a budget resolution that sets the stage for Medicaid cuts. As Congress continues to consider legislation that could make deep cuts to the federal Medicaid program, we must push back on these attempts and tell Congress why Medicaid is so important to I/DD services.  Use the button below to contact your legislators:

Help Protect Medicaid!

Extended Employment programs are facing a funding cut of $3.4 million under the FY2026 State Budget Proposal.  As budget hearings continue, lawmakers must hear from constituents about the importance of restoring funding for Extended Employment, properly supporting Supported Employment, and ensuring DSPs receive a living wage. Use the button below to contact your legislators:

Restore Funding to Employment Programs!
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Abilities of Northwest Jersey

Offering individualized employment and support services for persons with disabilities.
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Personal Growth

Enhancing personal development by offering training activities in daily living, personal health and safety, socialization, decision making, and communication.

Independence

Providing individuals with the skills to acquire and maintain successful, meaningful employment, and to benefit from community integrated activities.

Our amazing staff members and volunteers change lives every day

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Individual Support

Individual support services for people with disabilities, in program, at home, and in the community.

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Employment & Vocational

Exceptional employment and vocational supports to people with disabilities in northwestern NJ.

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Youth and Transition

Premier student transition and youth program options for individuals with disabilities ages 14 to 25.

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Community & Business

Innovative opportunities in community and business services staffed by individuals with disabilities.

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We are proud to share that we are CARF accredited for exceptional services for adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

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