Values into Action-NJ Support Coordination

06/05/2026

Join The Arc of New Jersey and New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities on June 16th to learn all about Supplemental Security Income (SSI), they'll highlight how public benefits like SSI can impact the lives of people with I/DD, their ability to work and their families

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/RysJu44ESaCspIlZJD82Jw?sftoken=eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpYXQiOjE3ODA0MTUzODgsImV4cCI6MTc4MDQxNTQ0OCwiaW5kaXZpZHVhbElkIjoiMDAzVkkwMDAwMEw4R1FpWUFOIiwidGVuYW50SWQiOiJhMzYwL3Byb2Q1LzFiZTVhMjViYmM0NjQ1NDNiZTAyN2Y0ZDliNTk2ZmFlIiwiY29yZVRlbmFudElkIjoiY29yZS9wcm9kLzAwREhwMDAwMDAyTFZKWk1BNCJ9.GfVxYBSnVAdWhKWq4kPSpxB_oEVf93u0lkJXKGj4PBY #/registration

06/03/2026

Our friends SPAN Parent Advocacy Network, Inc. and the AT Center at TCNJ are holding an information session on June 9th on Augmentative and Alternative Communication, you can register here: https://spanadvocacy.org/event/aac-overview/

06/02/2026

Join Values into Action and PALCO this Thursday June 4, 2026 at 6pm, we'll discuss the Personal Preference Program and how PALCO is involved in New Jersey, if you have questions about PPP we're here to help answer them

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ogqEnm5BRnGs77KWmdB0rg

06/02/2026

We're hosting SPAN Parent Advocacy Network, Inc. on June 17 6pm-7pm, join us and learn more about what SPAN can provide to young adults and their families

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/k6DM8JApQ2akMrViSHa71g

06/01/2026

All of our voices matter; make your voice heard tomorrow June 2nd on Primary Election Day across New Jersey

If you need some support with voting contact Disability Rights New Jersey

Tomorrow, June 2nd is the New Jersey Primary Election. Your voice matters! Make a plan to vote 🗳️

If you are a person with a disability and you have questions or concerns about the voting process or issues, we can help.

☎️Contact our voter hotline at 866-493-0023
📨[email protected]

06/01/2026

The Boggs Center on Disability and Human Development timeline for Young Adults who are preparing to transition to adult services is a great resource to know what you should be doing to get ready for services when school is over

Values into Action is committed to providing good information to help people get ready for adult services. There's a lot to know, we're here to help. Our Youth Transition Collective hosts virtual info sessions, sharing with you important information.

Contact us if you have questions.

Looking for information about transition to adult life? The Boggs Center’s “Transition to Adulthood for Young Adults with Developmental Disabilities: A Timeline for Parents” provides considerations for planning, national resources on transition topics, and information about New Jersey’s state agencies and services they offer. Available in English and Spanish.
https://boggscenter.rwjms.rutgers.edu/resources/publications/transition-to-adulthood-timeline-for-parents

05/29/2026

It's important to stay informed as changes are set to take place with Medicaid as early as this October, the NJ Department of Human Services website details how the NJFamilyCare coverages could change and what you'll need to know

We here at Values into Action NJ will continue to share updates as they become available while being as knowledgeable as possible

‼️New federal changes are coming to eligibility starting fall 2026.
These updates may affect your coverage or application status. Find out what’s changing, who may be impacted, and how to prepare: 🔗‍️ https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/obbba/medicaid-federal-changes.shtml

05/27/2026

As we get ready for summer days around the pool and beach, safety is job number one while enjoying the water, DDD is hosting a webinar on water safety for adults with IDD tomorrow

May is National Water Safety Month! To help promote safe practices with water, this Thursday, DDD is hosting a webinar titled - "Staying Safe in the Water: Summer Water Safety Awareness for Adults with IDD" with presenters from the Children's Specialized Hospital.

For more information & to register, please go here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1956947534456050006

05/27/2026

🚨 Don’t Miss This! 🚨

Want to learn how to take more control of your services in New Jersey? Join Values Into Action for a helpful information session with PALCO on June 4th at 6pm!

We’re breaking down the Personal Preference Program (PPP), what it is, how it works, and how you can access it.

PPP can give you more choice, flexibility, and independence in your care, now let’s make sure you know how to get started!

✅ Hear directly from PALCO
✅ Learn step-by-step how to enroll
✅ Get your questions answered

Whether you’re just getting started or looking for clarity, this session is for you and your family.
✨ Register today, we can’t wait to see you there!

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ogqEnm5BRnGs77KWmdB0rg

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: PALCO and PPP Explained. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

05/21/2026

Community Living Education Project (CLEP) helps people and their families explore safe, meaningful community living options through education, guidance, and individualized support with navigating NJ services, housing options, transition planning, and person-centered support. Check out this upcoming FREE webinar to learn more!

💜Are you a family member, caregiver, or provider looking for support to help someone with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral/mental health needs?

💚Join us on Thursday, June 11 to learn about START Services NJ, a program for adults (21+) with IDD who qualify for NJ DDD services. START works alongside a person’s current supports to help them stay safe and thrive at home and in their community.

💜Register at go.rutgers.edu/START_Services