New Jersey

Appalachian National Scenic Trail Accessibility Information

Information from the National Park Service regarding accessibility at the Appalachian National Scenic Trail.

Brain Injury Association of New Jersey

A nonprofit organization that brings together people with brain injury, their families, friends and health professionals to improve the quality of life people experience after brain injury.

Community Care Program for the Elderly & Disabled

Provides case management, home health, homemaker, medical day care, non-emergency medical transportation, respite care, social day care and prescribed drugs for eligible individuals living in the community.

Community Options

A non-profit organization providing housing, employment assistance, advocacy and support services to people with disabilities.

Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area Accessibility Information

Information from the National Park Service regarding accessibility at the Delaware National Scenic River.

Disability & Emergency Preparedness Resources for New Jersey

View a list of links to federal, regional, state, and local disability-related emergency management resources in your state.

Gateway National Recreation Area Accessibility Information

Information from the National Park Service regarding accessibility at the Gateway National Recreation Area.

List of New Jersey Accessible Fishing Sites

A list of more than 50 New Jersey fishing sites which are accessible to people who have difficulty with mobility is available from the Division of Wildlife Services. Document is in .pdf format.

Morristown National Historical Park Accessibility Information

Information from the National Park Service regarding accessibility at the Morristown National Historical Park.

New Jersey 211

Offers information on a broad range of services, including rent assistance, food banks, affordable housing, health resources, child care, after-school programs, elderly care, literacy and job training programs.

New Jersey Centers for Independent Living (CILs)

Provides a complete list sorted by county of CILs in the state of New Jersey.

New Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail Accessibility Information

Information from the National Park Service regarding accessibility at the New Jersey Coastal Heritage Trail is listed near the bottom of this Web page.

New Jersey Department of Human Services

Works to ensure that the rights of people with disabilities are protected and that they and their families have access to quality programs and services including health care, community living, employment programs and assistive technology.

New Jersey Division of Aging & Community Services (DACS)

Administers programs and services designed to make it easier for seniors to maintain independence, including case management, adult day care programs, housing services, senior employment programs, transportation services, in-home services, healthcare and advocacy services.

New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities

Helps people with developmental disabilities live as independently as possible by providing case management, residential services, supported employment services and various family support services.

New Jersey Division of Disability Services

Focuses on serving people who have become disabled as adults, whether through illness or injury. The Division responds to requests for information and referral assistance on issues affecting people with any type of disability in New Jersey.

Special Olympics New Jersey

Provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities/mental retardation, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendships with their families, and other Special Olympics Athletes and the community.

The Arc of New Jersey

Committed to creating opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to be included in their communities and to make the choices that affect their lives. Local chapters may provide residential, vocational and community-living support, self-advocacy programs, recreation and social experiences and respite care.

United Cerebral Palsy of Northern, Central & Southern New Jersey

United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of Northern, Central and Southern New Jersey provides an array of services to over 1,800 people with disabilities and their families throughout the state of New Jersey.

New Jersey Independent Living Centers (ILCs)

Contact information for ILCs throughout New Jersey. ILCs provide people with disabilities advocacy and support services, including assistance with employment, transportation, housing, health care and living skills.

New Jersey Personal Preference Program

A program through which individuals receive Medicaid Personal Care Assistance services, including help with activities of daily living and with household duties essential to the person's health and comfort, such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation and light housekeeping.
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