Provides outreach and case management to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness who have difficulty accessing services on their own behalf, are elderly homebound, or those incarcerated whose release from prison/jail is pending and not currently receiving any other case management services.

Advocacy promotes and ensures the full inclusion of people with disabilities in the community. The staff directs efforts toward working with individual consumers, who face difficulties in areas of housing, employment, transportation, remaining independent in the homes, assists with completing applications for immigration, Social Security, and other financial benefit programs.Special services are also offered for underserved minorities who have disabilities.

Offers a Juvenile/Family Crisis Center, which is a 24 hour, legally mandated service designed to assist families who are experiencing serious difficulties in managing the behavior of children aged 10-17, and in situations where the behavior of the children or parent results in a serious threat to the well-being and safety of the youth or other family members.

Establishes a comprehensive program whose objective is to gain equality, opportunity, and security for all people with disabilities through information and referral, outreach, advocacy, and legislation. Also works with county officials to maintain compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Barrier Free Code in their resolve to assure accessibility of all county buildings and programs.

Advocates for adults with mental illness by offering support, education, and connections to community-based mental health and social services. Key services encompass mentoring and companionship for socialization and support, direct advocacy to link individuals with mental health, entitlements, housing, medical, legal, physical, self-help, wellness, educational, and recreational services. Additionally, group services in boarding homes and other community-based locations provide support, education, recreation, socialization, and advocacy. The organization engages in multicultural outreach to under-served populations and supports, advocates, and trains mental health service consumers to serve as advocates on community-based mental health boards, committees, and task forces.

Advocates for adults with mental illness by offering support, education, and connections to community-based mental health and social services. Key services encompass mentoring and companionship for socialization and support, direct advocacy to link individuals with mental health, entitlements, housing, medical, legal, physical, self-help, wellness, educational, and recreational services. Additionally, group services in boarding homes and other community-based locations provide support, education, recreation, socialization, and advocacy. The organization engages in multicultural outreach to under-served populations and supports, advocates, and trains mental health service consumers to serve as advocates on community-based mental health boards, committees, and task forces.

Empowers individuals with disabilities by offering supportive services, including Information and Referral for assistive technology devices and services, Advocacy Services, Legal Representation for cases of denied access, a used equipment recycling program named Back In Action, and Educational Presentations highlighting the benefits and strategies for obtaining assistive technology.

Plans, develops, and works in coordination with the various supportive services for individuals of any age who have a disability. Provides information/referral, technical advice and consultation regarding laws, national policy information, regulations and issues affecting individuals with disabilities.

Operates as a clearinghouse, advocating for individuals with disabilities and delivering local-level technical assistance along with specialized information and referral services. Provides information about disability services, referrals to disability-specific agencies, advocacy for obtaining disability services, details on assistive devices, ADA issues, and disability-related housing renovations. Offers assistance with applications for NJ Temporary Disability and Social Security, prioritizing individuals mandated to apply by the Division of Social Services. Please note that financial assistance, Medicaid/Medicare services, housing, transportation, or any service unrelated to disability services is not provided by the Hunterdon County Office for the Disabled.

Provides information and referrals, assistance, education and advocacy to individuals with disabilities, their families and communities. Areas of inquiry may include: Americans with Disabilities Act, counseling services, transportation, disabled license plates, housing, employment, etc.

Supports Monmouth County residents with disabilities by offering various services, including providing information, referral, and advocacy for individuals and their families. Serves as a liaison to state and non-profit agencies, participates on advisory bodies, and monitors county government compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Provides programs and services that support those living with intellectual, cognitive, developmental, and physical disabilities; their families; and caregivers. Information, assistance, and referral is made to funded agencies as well as organizations that are designated to help those with living with specific disabilities. Screening for community services such as Medicaid, PASP, JACC, and others are available.

Advocacy promotes and ensures the full inclusion of people with disabilities in the community. The staff directs efforts toward working with individual consumers, who face difficulties in areas of housing, employment, transportation, remaining independent in the homes, assists with completing applications for immigration, Social Security, and other financial benefit programs.Special services are also offered for underserved minorities who have disabilities.

Advocates on behalf of adults with mental illness by offering support, education, and connections to community-based mental health and social services. Key services include mentoring and companionship for socialization, role modeling, and community support; direct advocacy for linking adults with existing mental health, entitlements, housing, medical, legal, physical, self-help, wellness, educational, and recreational services; group services for boarding homes and community-based locations, providing support, education, recreation, socialization, and advocacy; multicultural outreach to underserved populations; and advocacy, support, and training for consumers of mental health services serving as advocates on community-based mental health and community boards, committees, and task forces.

Operates several supportive programs for senior citizens, and their families, who live in Atlantic County. Services include:- Caregiver Support Group: Meets on a regular basis, formed to help relieve caregiver stress and to provide peer support, education and information to caregivers, both elderly and non elderly, of older persons.- Fix-It Program: Available to any senior citizen 60 or older, whose safety is at risk due to the need of handrails and minor home repairs, enabling them to remain living at home.- Information and Assistance (Call Center): Provides information on such programs as PAAD, Senior Gold, Adult Day Care, Transportation, Home-Delivered Meals, Juvenile and Family Services, Dental Care and Caregiver Support Groups.- Legal Services: Renders free legal assistance to low-income elderly and disabled residents. Cape-Atlantic will not represent a client if he/she is a defendant in a criminal matter nor will it provide assistance if a person is requesting to sue someone for monetary gain. It will, however, assist people with landlord/tenant issues, wills and living wills, food stamp appeals, domestic matters and consumer fraud matters.- Medical Day Care: Program offers assistance to any senior or disabled citizen who requires care and supervision in a protective setting for a portion of the day, with emphasis on the physically or cognitively impaired older adults.- Recreation and Social Activities: develops and coordinates special trips for senior citizens. While some functions do require participants to pay a nominal fee for special events, senior groups may call to learn of planned activities or suggest special activities.- State Health Insurance Program (SHIP): provides counseling and assistance to seniors and disabled persons on Medicare regulations and explanations on supplemental or Medigap insurance policies. The counselor is available on a part-time basis and will make home visits and presentations to groups, if requested.- Social Day Care: program offers assistance to any senior or disabled citizen who requires care and supervision in a protective setting for a portion of the day, with emphasis on the social and recreational activities in a group setting.- Social Security Administration On-Line Benefit Information: Includes benefit verification letter, payment history and earnings record. Also - provides ability to change address and update direct deposit information and information about other online services, such as applications for retirement, disability and Medicare.

Morris County Office for the Disabled functions as a clearinghouse for information about programs and services, advocates for people with disabilities, and provides technical assistance and specialized information and referral at a local level.

Provides a clearinghouse for information about programs and services, advocates for people with disabilities, and provides technical assistance and specialized information and referral at a local level.

Encourages client engagement and retention in medical care by case coordination with medical staff, advocating for clients when necessary, reducing barriers, counseling treatment adherence, as well as other client support and education as needed.

Acting as a catalyst, the New Jersey Association of Senior Blind brings together blind and sighted individuals to plan and implement programs, enhancing the quality of life for blind seniors in New Jersey and nationwide. The division focuses on promoting vocational, cultural, and social advancement, striving for the equal integration of blind seniors into society. It addresses the unique challenges faced by blind seniors, organizing events like senior possibilities fairs to showcase skills, techniques, and a positive attitude for moving towards independence. Emphasizing the transformative power of turning obstacles into opportunities, the division works to improve the overall conditions and standard of living for blind seniors. Monthly conference calls via phone provide additional support and connection.

IFSS supports and educates family members or caretakers of adults with serious mental illness. Focuses on enhancing family system strength and stability, with mental health professionals available 24/7.

Provides information and referral, advocacy, recreations services, independent living skills training, and peer counseling services for individuals with disabilities who reside in Essex and Passaic Counties.

Provides information about programs and services, advocates for people with disabilities, and provides technical assistance, specialized information, and referrals at a local level.

Provides support for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities by helping them to advocate for themselves in regard to independence, self sufficiency, and rights.

Advocates for adults with mental illness by offering support, education, and connections to community-based mental health and social services. Key services encompass mentoring and companionship for socialization and support, direct advocacy to link individuals with mental health, entitlements, housing, medical, legal, physical, self-help, wellness, educational, and recreational services. Additionally, group services in boarding homes and other community-based locations provide support, education, recreation, socialization, and advocacy. The organization engages in multicultural outreach to under-served populations and supports, advocates, and trains mental health service consumers to serve as advocates on community-based mental health boards, committees, and task forces.

Empowering families, Regional Family Support Planning Councils facilitate informed decision-making tailored to their needs. These councils allow both family members and individuals with developmental disabilities to serve, aiding the Division of Developmental Disabilities in resource allocation for regional needs. Members receive reimbursement for travel and childcare expenses incurred while serving on the council.