Transition (14-21 years) Special EducationDivision of Developmental DisabilitiesDivision of Vocational Rehabilitation Special Education Service Rights: Special Education rights in New Jersey are derived from the federal law known as IDEIA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act). The New Jersey Administrative Code (NJAC 6A:14) contains the state’s regulations based upon IDEIA. NJAC 6A:14 explains the rights […]
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Contact government agencies Autism New Jersey’s advocacy activities include monitoring and providing feedback to state and federal legislatures and public administrations on policies that affect services and supports for individuals with disabilities and their families. Click on the links below for information regarding relevant public agencies and service systems: Federal AgenciesNew Jersey State Agencies For more
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Autism New Jersey at a Glance Autism New Jersey is the largest statewide network of parents and professionals dedicated to improving the lives of people with autism and their families. The following list summarizes our efforts. Clicking on the links below will take you to additional information about these services: A Lifeline Toll-free Information &
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Hot Topics Autism New Jersey has information on a number of important topics. Click on the links below to learn more about the following. Healthcare and Insurance New Jersey legislation was passed mandating the coverage of certain health care benefits for autism and other developmental disabilities. Learn more>> Education Rights Understanding your child’s education rights
Age Related Concerns Because autism is a lifelong disability, it is essential for families to have accurate information regarding the different needs of individuals throughout their lifespan. Autism New Jersey offers information for every age group. Early Intervention (0-3 years) School Age (3-21 years) Transition (14-21 years) Adults (21+ years)
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Honor Roll Thank you to the following for their support of Autism New Jersey. Hinkle, Fingles & Prior have generously pledged $50,000 to the Autism New Jersey Charitable Foundation. Thanks to Paul Prior, Ira Fingles and Herb Hinkle for their continued generosity and support Autism New Jersey is again the proud recipient of a $25,000 grant from
Useful Links Federally-Mandated State Agencies New Jersey Council on Developmental DisabilitiesThe New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities, funded by the federal government and the state of New Jersey, is mandated to be a leading change agent in the state, responsible for a vision of what the lives of people with developmental disabilities should be.
Treatment When a child receives a diagnosis of an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), parents are immediately faced with many important decisions. Choosing a treatment for your child can be a confusing and overwhelming process. While you can easily find information about a variety of treatment approaches, sometimes the extensive amount of information available makes it
Autism 101 What are autism spectrum disorders (ASDs)? ASDs are neurodevelopmental disorders that are characterized by impairments in social interaction, communication, and behavior. Specifically, individuals with ASDs have difficulty interacting with others and using language in conversation. They also have a restricted range of interests or engage in repetitive behaviors. These deficits are usually evident
31st Annual Conference Join more than 1,200 autism education and healthcare professionals, teachers, behavior analysts, speech and language professionals, parents and advocates during Autism New Jersey’s Annual Conference. Online Registration is Closed. You can attend the Conference by brining your payment along with a $25 late fee to the Atlantic City Convention Center. Download
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