Special Needs Funding Coach

09/02/2026

Free, in person or on Zoom

"Recordkeeping Across the Lifespan" is an in-person event (with hybrid option available) for individuals with disabilities and families, hosted by the NJ Regional Family Support Planning Councils. Discussion will focus on organizing and maintaining important paperwork through early intervention, school, and adult life – and for the caregivers who will carry it forward.

Recordkeeping Across the Lifespan
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Middlesex College, Edison, NJ (breakfast and lunch included)
Register for 9/19/26 Here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/2117869734181/WN_uA3ZmdPiT4S6_UoFwJyL4Q?sftoken=eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpYXQiOjE3ODcwNzY5MDYsImV4cCI6MTc4NzA3Njk2NiwiaW5kaXZpZHVhbElkIjoiMDAzVkkwMDAwMEw4R0owWUFOIiwidGVuYW50SWQiOiJhMzYwL3Byb2Q1LzFiZTVhMjViYmM0NjQ1NDNiZTAyN2Y0ZDliNTk2ZmFlIiwiY29yZVRlbmFudElkIjoiY29yZS9wcm9kLzAwREhwMDAwMDAyTFZKWk1BNCJ9.-17JVkiqqoaCuOHSoLNyyHdUDTS0WRaicajxQxqYMUE #/registration

09/01/2026

All are welcome to the Fair on the Farm we will be there will you?

Thursday, September 3rd
5pm - 8pm
Allaire Community Farm

09/01/2026

Caregivers of New Jersey is hosting a live webinar designed to help families better understand Support Coordination and navigating DDD services.

Our experienced team will cover NJCAT, DDD budgets and services, self-direction, and the role of a Support Coordinator, followed by a live Question and Answer.

These sessions are open to anyone interested in learning more.

Choose the session that works best for you:

Wednesday, September 23 at 12 PM
Tuesday, September 29 at 7 PM

Register today: https://bit.ly/4ixx5Cj

08/31/2026

We recommend setting up your account so you can access your Social Security projections at any time. Let us know if you're ready to begin or update your financial planning.

The best time to set up access to your Social Security information isn't when you urgently need it.

Creating your personal my Social Security account today means you'll always have access to your personal information and our online services whenever the need arises.

One small task today. One less thing to figure out later. Create your personal my Social Security account: https://ow.ly/1mww50ZGHkY

08/31/2026

Back to School Resources Supporting Children with Disabilities

It’s back-to-school season! The start of a new school year can bring excitement, but for parents and caregivers of children with disabilities, preparing for school often includes much more than supply lists and first-day nerves.

Families may be reviewing IEPs or 504 plans, confirming that services and accommodations are in place, preparing children for changes in routine, and getting ready to work with a new school team.

The Arc has put together helpful information and resources for families preparing for the school year.

The Arc:
https://thearc.org/

Back-to-School Guide for Families of Children With Disabilities:
https://thearc.org/blog/the-ultimate-back-to-school-guide-for-families-of-children-with-disabilities/

National Down Syndrome Society:
https://ndss.org/

Free Education Resources:
https://ndss.org/resources

Resources include learner profiles, inclusion checklists, best practices, self-advocate tips and other tools that can help families and educators prepare for a successful school year.

08/26/2026

With back to school season around the corner, we wanted to create a resource to get you and your loved ones ready for back to school! 📚📖🎒🏫 Check out our new Back to School Go Bag: https://www.thearcfamilyinstitute.org/resources/back-to-school-go-bag.html

08/25/2026

RethinkEd customers, let's talk attendance. 👋

Reaching your district goals starts with getting students in the door.

Join us for a conversation about student attendance and what current research says actually works. You'll hear relationship-centered strategies and practical ideas you can put into action this fall.

📅 Wednesday, August 26, 2026
🕑 2-2:30pm ET

🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/4bYddUT

Bonus for joining us live: You'll be entered to win a $50 Amazon gift card.

08/22/2026

📚 Looking for Special Education Resources?

Whether you're preparing for a new school year, navigating the IEP process, or searching for trusted information, having the right resources can make all the difference.

The Alliance's Advocacy Support & Resources page brings together helpful tools, guides, and information designed to support families throughout their special education journey.

From understanding your rights to finding answers to common questions, we're here to help every step of the way.

💙 Visit our website to explore available resources and find the support your family needs.

https://specialeducationalliancenj.org/

08/22/2026

Announcing Blue Bridge Instructor Course #7!

Be the change. Join us in this movement!
We now have over 65 Instructors from all walks of life: Cops, Parents, EMTs, Paramedics, Firefighters, SAR Professionals, and even a Chaplain.

We WILL reach every first responder in the country.
We WILL teach them about our loved ones.
We WILL respect the challenges and realities of their jobs.
We WILL drive change.

It's not about just delivering information (that's the easy part). It's about generating buy-in from those we most need to understand. That's my wheelhouse. I'll teach you everything I know.

(Yes, this is for you)
(Link to more info in comments)