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Anti-Oppression: Anti-Ableism
https://simmons.libguides.com/anti-oppression/anti-ableism
Background, what ableism looks like, support resources, and resources for allies.
Anti-Oppression: Anti-Sanism
https://simmons.libguides.com/anti-oppression/anti-sanism
"Sanism (also called mentalism) is a systematized discrimination, antagonism, or exclusion directed against neurodivergent people based on the belief that neurotypical cognition is superior." Find analysis and resources here.
Advancing Opportunities
http://www.advopps.org
610 Beverly Rancocas Rd. Willingboro, NJ
This organization serves people with disabilities by being advocates, providing community resources, family support services, lending assistive technology, and much more.
Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing - NJ Chapter
https://www.agbell.org/
This is the "world’s oldest and largest membership organization promoting the use of spoken language by children and adults with hearing loss.
Alliance for Independence
http://www.adacil.org
Helps disabled people and their families with living arrangements, referrals, and helping people become independent with help in budgeting, career planning, and inclusion.
Alliance for the Betterment of Citizens with Disabilities (ABCD)
http://www.abcdnj.org
"ABCD provides leadership in the developmental disability community, including its successful advocacy, education and lobbying in several priority areas: community services, special education, provider rate setting, and legislation."
Allies Inc.
http://www.alliesnj.org
Allies helps individuals with support services and programs to help them live full lives physically, mentally and emotionally.
The ARC - New Jersey
http://www.arcnj.org/
The Arc of New Jersey promotes and protects the human rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and actively supports their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes.
The ARC - National
http://www.thearc.org/page.aspx?pid=2530
For more than 60 years, The Arc has been on the front lines in making change happen for people diagnosed with a range of disabilities. Find resources here.
Autism New Jersey
https://www.autismnj.org
"Self-advocates, families, the professionals who work with them, government officials, the media, and concerned state residents."
Information line (800.4.AUTISM) (800-428-8466)
The Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities
https://boggscenter.rwjms.rutgers.edu/
"Part of Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Department of Pediatrics. Since its inception in 1983, The Center has emphasized a community based, lifespan approach to meeting the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families."
The Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)
http://www.ohchr.org/EN/HRBodies/CRPD/Pages/CRPDIndex.aspx
An independent, United Nations group of "experts monitoring the implementation of convention by the States Parties."
Community Health Law Project
http://www.chlp.org
This organizations helps people who are experiencing foreclosure, need health insurance enrollment, are experiencing a civil rights issue and need help and advocacy. They also hold training and workshops.
Community Justice Center
http://www.nj-communityjusticecenter.org
This is a "legal services non-profit based in Trenton, serving the low-income/homeless disabled, and returning disabled veterans and their families, primarily within Central New Jersey."
Disability Rights New Jersey
https://disabilityrightsnj.org/
Advocacy, legal aid, and assistance in a variety of areas (assistive technology, education, employment, healthcare, etc.).
Disaboom
http://vcelkaj.wix.com/disaboom
Information and resources for people with disabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunities Commission
http://www.eeoc.gov
For general inquiries or to begin the process of filing a complaint of discrimination, call 1-800-669-4000
Family Resource Associates
http://www.techconnection.org
"FRA provides home-based early intervention for infants, therapeutic recreation programs, pre-vocational and educational classes for adults, along with family and sibling support groups."
Family Support Organization of Essex County
http://www.fsoec.org
"The Family Support Organization of Essex County is a family-centered, family-driven nonprofit that provides peer support, education and advocacy for parents of children who have emotional, behavioral, mental health, substance use and developmental or intellectual challenges."
Free Emotional Support Line for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Call: 973-754-5595 or 973-870-0683 Videophone
Monday to Friday 9a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sign Language Users can communicate with ACCESS of St. Joseph's Health of Paterson.
Getting Hired
https://gettinghired.com/
Bridging the gap between job seekers with disabilities & employers looking to hire.
Goodwill Home Medical Equipment (formerly YourResource)
http://www.goodwillhomemedical.org
Goodwill Home Medical Equipment "collects, sanitizes, refurbishes and sells gently-used, durable medical equipment and unopened medical supplies at affordable prices."
Housing Resource Center
https://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/dds/hottopics/housing
"A FREE, online searchable registry of affordable and accessible housing units throughout the State of New Jersey, including: Affordable Rental Housing, Affordable For-sale Housing, and Housing with Accessibility Features."
Mental Health Association of New Jersey
http://www.mhanj.org
"The mission of the Mental Health Association in New Jersey strives for mental health for children and adults through advocacy, education, training, and services."
Mom2Mom Helpline Program
http://www.mom2mom.us.com
The Mom2Mom helpline is staffed 24/7 for mothers with children with disabilities by mothers who have the children with disabilities.
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NJ Affiliate)
http://www.naminj.org
NAMI is a grassroots organization that offers advocacy, training, resources for coping and much more for people living with mental illness and their families.
National Center for Learning Disabilities
http://www.ncld.org
This site supplies facts, links, tips, and news for people with learning disabilities.
National Center on Disability in Journalism Style Guide
https://ncdj.org/style-guide/
This style guide, developed by the National Center on Disability and Journalism at Arizona State University, covers almost 200 words and terms commonly used when referring to disability, most of which are not covered in The Associated Press style guide.
National Council on Disability
http://www.ncd.gov
This independent federal agency provides news and links to additional resources.
National Federation of the Blind
https://nfb.org
Topics include legislation, services, and research.
National Organization on Disability
http://www.nod.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=page.viewPage&pageID=27
Links to additional resources such as local chapters, other organizations, and programs for people with disabilities.
New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired
http://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/cbvi/home
This agency’s mission is to provide services in the areas of education, employment, independent living and eye health through informed choice and partnership with persons who are blind or visually impaired, their families and the community.
New Jersey Connect for Recovery
http://www.njconnectforrecovery.org
"NJ Connect for Recovery is a free, confidential call line focused on helping individuals and families coping with substance use disorders. It is a service of the Mental Health Association in New Jersey."
The New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities
https://njcdd.org
It is a "platform for individuals, family members, advocates, and public and private agencies to develop a coordinated social policy for advancing the rights and opportunities of New Jersey residents with developmental disabilities."
New Jersey Disability Programs
http://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/dds/home/
Links to agencies and services for New Jerseyans.
New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
http://www.njgroups.org
"The Clearinghouse helps people find and form all types of self-help support groups."
New Jersey Aging and Disability Resource Connection
https://www.adrcnj.org/home
Search by category, area, or ZIP code for disabled and senior services including day care centers, senior centers, support groups, places to apply for state and federal assistance programs, hospice programs, housing assistance, tax preparation assistance, transportation, and more.
The New Jersey State Library Talking Book & Braille Center
http://www.njlbh.org
Services, catalog of collections, events, and more.
The Newark Public Library - Special Services
http://npl.org/special-services
The Special Services Room, located on the third floor of the Main Library, features a variety of services, equipment, and programs.
The room is open Tuesdays through Fridays, 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. by appointment. For more information, please call 973-733-5412.
NJ ABLE
https://savewithable.com/nj/home.html
Save money without compromising your SSI and Medicaid. "The earnings on your investments are federally tax-deferred and tax-free, if used for qualified disability expenses.1"
New Jersey Statewide Independent Living Council
http://www.njsilc.org
For information about the City of Newark program, contact John Petix, Jr., Executive Director, 973.648.2598 (TTY: 973.624.6900); Fax: 973.648.3902; Email:info@dial-cil.org
Project ENABLE (Expanding Non-discriminatory Access By Librarians Everywhere)
https://projectenable.syr.edu/RESOURCES
"Project ENABLE's database, "Disabilities Resources," an organic resource for librarians, teachers parents, and others who serve and/or support people with disabilities. New items will be added to the database on a regular basis."
Provider Search Database
https://irecord.dhs.state.nj.us/providersearch
Allows users to search for providers by name or services, and filter results further by services, provider location, location type, etc.
Resume Builder
https://www.resumebuilder.com/comprehensive-resume-and-career-guide-for-people-with-disabilities/.
A comprehensive resume and career guide for people with disabilities.
Statewide Parent Advocacy Network (SPAN)
http://www.spanadvocacy.org
Blog articles about programs, education, and other activities.
WebAnywhere
https://webinsight.cs.washington.edu/wa
A free application that links and reads any web page for visually impaired users. No installation is necessary, although a sound card, speakers or headphones are required.
Disability Services - Social Services
City of Newark
Delta Dental of New Jersey Special Care Center
http://sdm.rutgers.edu/patients/special_needs.html
973-972-4242
RSDM operates one of the few facilities in the region treating patients with special needs, including autism, cerebral palsy, Alzheimer's, Down Syndrome, geriatric patients and those with psychological disorders. Offers general dental care services for people who cannot be treated in a normal dental office.
County of Essex
Arc of Essex County
https://arcessex.org/
877-222-3737
The Arc of Essex County is the largest service provider to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in Essex County, New Jersey. The Arc is committed to fostering achievement through programs, services and supports that ignite a positive, fulfilling and rewarding quality of life.
DIAL Center for Independent Living
http://www.dial-cil.org/
2 Prospect Village Plaza, Floor 1
Clifton, NJ 07013
973-470-8090
DIAL, Inc. is a Center for Independent Living, which is part of a statewide network of non-residential centers designed and operated to provide services to individuals with significant disabilities. These services include: Information and Referral, Advocacy, Peer Support, Independent Living Skills Training, and Facilitating Community Transition.
Pathways to Independence
https://pathwaystoindependence.org/
60 Kingsland Avenue
Kearny, NJ 07032
201-997-6155
It is the mission of Pathways to Independence, Inc. to provide program support services, pre-vocational and vocational opportunities to adults with disabilities. These programs shall provide individuals with disabilities the skills necessary to reach their most independent level of functioning. It is the intent of these programs to provide individuals with the opportunity to earn an income and to maximize their independent living skills.
Statewide (New Jersey)
ADRC of New Jersey
https://www.adrcnj.org/
877-222-3737
New Jersey Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) provides information and assistance to older persons, adults with physical disabilities, caregivers and professionals looking for services or programs.
Community Access Unlimited
http://www.caunj.org/
908-354-3040
The purposes for which this corporation is formed are to provide community access through effective, systematic, comprehensive support services for people with disabilities and their families, giving them the opportunity to live independently and to lead normal and productive lives as citizens integrated into the general community. Services also include the provision of decent housing preferably income integrated and affordable particularly to low and moderate-income people.
Disability Rights NJ
https://disabilityrightsnj.org/
210 South Broad Street, 3rd Floor
Trenton, NJ 08608
800-922-7233
“Disability Rights New Jersey (DRNJ) is the consumer-directed, non-profit organization that serves as New Jersey's designated protection and advocacy system for people with disabilities in the state. In partnership with individuals with disabilities and their families, DRNJ works to protect and advance the rights of people with disabilities. DRNJ provides information and referral and a broad range of advocacy services.”
New Jersey Resources – Department of Human Services, Division of Disability Services
https://nj.gov/humanservices/dds/home/
PO Box 705
Trenton, NJ 08625
888-285-3036
A comprehensive directory of programs and services in New Jersey for persons with disabilities. Topics include advocacy, service animal resources, technology resources, rights and laws, housing, transportation, and training.
NJ Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired
www.state.nj.us/humanservices/cbvi/index.html
153 Halsey Street, 6th Floor
Newark, NJ 07101
973-648-3333
Toll Free: 877-685-8878
This agency promotes and provides services in the areas of education, employment, independent living and eye health through informed choice and partnership with persons who are blind or vision impaired, their families and the community.
NJ Department of Human Services – Disability Programs
http://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/clients/disability/
NJ DHS ensures that the rights of people with disabilities are protected and that they and their families have access to quality programs and services that meet their needs. Services include, but are not limited to, the provision of health care for people with special needs, community living, employment-related and day programs, community-based mental health and in-patient care for both children and adults with emotional and behavioral problems, and assistive technological devices for people who are blind or deaf.
NJ Division of Deaf & Hard of Hearing
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/ddhh/
PO Box 074
Trenton, NJ 08625
609-588-2648
Toll Free: 800-792-8339
The division provides education, advocacy and direct services to eliminate barriers and promote increased ability to programs, services, and information on behalf of people of all ages who are deaf and hard of hearing.
NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/ddd/index.shtml
PO Box 726
Trenton, NJ 08625
800-823-9173
Provides public funding for services and supports that assist New Jersey adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities ages 21 and older to live as independently as possible.
NJ Division of Disability Services
www.state.nj.us/humanservices/dds/index.html
PO Box 705
Trenton, NJ 08625
888-285-3036
DDS provides a single point of entry to those seeking disability-related information in New Jersey. DDS works to streamline access to services and information that promote and enhance independent living for individuals with all disabilities by facilitating coordination and cooperation among local, county, and state government agencies. DDS promotes maximum independence and the full participation of people with disabilities within all aspects of community life.
NJ Temporary Disability and Family Leave Insurance
https://nj.gov/labor/myleavebenefits/
1 John Fitch Plaza
Trenton, NJ 08625
609-292-7060
Information about temporary disability benefits in New Jersey from the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development.
National (United States)
Disability Services
https://www.usa.gov/disability-services
Get financial help,, find out what benefits you are qualified for, and find help for caregivers.
DisabilityInfo.gov
“Provides quick and easy access to comprehensive information about disability programs, services, laws and benefits. You can begin your search by visiting any of the nine subject areas at the top of this page. To find disability resources in your state just click on the Find State and Local Resources map located in each of these subject areas.”
Getting Hired
https://gettinghired.com/
A recruitment solution dedicated to helping inclusive employers hire professional individuals and veterans with disabilities. Getting hired bridges the gap between job seekers with disabilities & employers looking to hire.
Lighthouse Guild
https://www.lighthouseguild.org/
800-284-4422
Lighthouse Guild is the leading organization dedicated to addressing and preventing vision loss. We do this by coordinating care for eye health, vision rehabilitation, behavioral health and related services.
National Center for Learning Disabilities
www.ncld.org
1 Thomas Circle NW, #700
Washington, DC 20005
212-545-7510
Empowers parents and young adults, transforms schools and advocates for equal rights and opportunities. Working to create a society in which every individual possesses the academic, social, and emotional skills needed to succeed in school, at work, and in life.
National Council on Disability
www.ncd.gov
1331 F Street, NW, Suite 850
Washington, DC 20004
202-272-2004
This independent federal agency is charged with advising the President, Congress, and other federal agencies regarding policies, programs, practices, and procedures that affect people with disabilities. NCD's mission is to be a trusted adviser, in collaboration with people with disabilities.
National Federation of the Blind
http://www.nfb.org/
200 East Wells Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
410-659-9314
Through the network of blind members, many programs, services and resources are coordinated to defend the rights of blind Americans, provide information and support to blind children and adults, and build a community that creates a future full of opportunities. Topics include legislation, services, and research.
National Organization on Disability
https://www.nod.org/
77 Water Street, Suite 204
New York, NY 10005
646-505-1191
NOD is a private, non-profit organization that promotes the full participation and contributions of the millions of American's with disabilities in all aspects of life. NOD focuses on increasing employment opportunities for these American's with disabilities who are not currently employed. Links to additional resources such as local chapters, other organizations, and programs for people with disabilities.
Social Security Administration – Benefits for People with Disabilities
www.ssa.gov/disability
800-772-1213
Information and screening tools for federal disability programs (Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income).
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