Autism New Jersey

10/13/2026

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey has announced changes to its autism treatment services policy, effective December 1, 2026.

Read the full update from Autism New Jersey to learn what families and providers should know.

Horizon is updating its autism treatment services policy effective Dec. 1, 2026. Learn what the changes could mean for providers and families.

10/12/2026

Our September newsletter has dropped!

Read the latest New Jersey autism news, see upcoming events, and learn more about Autism New Jersey's work.

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10/09/2026

Session H will improve practical strategies to strengthen collaboration, support staff, and improve the quality of care.

One of our featured workshops explores how intentional leadership can create sustainable, engaged ABA teams while the other emphasizes how SLPs and BCBAs can work together to integrate communication and behavioral supports in adult autism and I/DD services.

Register today!
https://autismnj.org/event/44th-annual-autism-conference/

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10/07/2026

Your voice can help improve healthcare for New Jersey's autism community.

Have you or a loved one experienced challenges finding knowledgeable, accessible healthcare? Or had a positive experience you'd like to share? We want to hear from you.

Your feedback will help Autism New Jersey identify barriers, highlight what's working, and advocate for more inclusive healthcare across our state.

Take our short survey: https://autismnj.org/advancing-healthcare-feedback/

10/06/2026

Join Autism New Jersey for a Wellness Connection Session focused on the experiences, questions, and future considerations that come with being a sibling of an autistic individual.

Take time to reflect, share, and connect with others who understand.

October 14 at 12 pm | FREE
Register: https://autismnj.org/event/focus-on-siblings/

10/05/2026

Session G give you access to tools and perspectives to support well-being, strengthen practice, and create more responsive environments.

These two featured workshops explore practical, compassionate approaches, from using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help parents cope with stress to applying trauma-informed ABA and other strategies to reduce reliance on physical restraint in schools.

Register today!
https://autismnj.org/event/44th-annual-autism-conference/

10/02/2026

Session F features a number of outstanding workshops including two that we are highlighting today that share one important connecting question: How can we better center autistic individuals in the decisions and supports that shape their lives?

“Growing Up in Special Education” draws on the presenter’s lived experience as an autistic student to explore how teams can better center student strengths, interests, and voices, while “The Importance of Choice” examines how practitioners can support choice and autonomy while building skills for long-term independence.

Register today!
https://autismnj.org/event/44th-annual-autism-conference/

10/01/2026

Grateful to be invited to meet with Lindenwold Police Chief Michael McCarthy, Jr. and Merchantville Police Department Chief Richard J. Grassia, to discuss implementing additional autism-friendly law enforcement practices and partnering to increase community engagement with the autism community.

We thank Chiefs McCarthy and Grassia for their time and interest in being part of our continuing efforts to reach autism and law enforcement communities throughout New Jersey.

09/30/2026

We’re grateful to Protected Tomorrows for supporting our 44th Annual Conference as a Silver Sponsor!

Visit their booth to learn more about special needs planning and financial guidance designed to help families plan for a secure future for their loved ones.

Join us October 22 & 23 in Atlantic City!

Register today: https://behaviorlive.com/conferences/autismnj/home

09/30/2026

Learn about Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)!

✅ Learn what quality ABA services look like
✅ Understand your rights and options
✅ Get your questions answered by experts

Join us for FREE!
📅 October 6, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
💻 Virtual

Register now: https://autismnj.org/event/what-to-expect-from-aba-applied-behavior-analysis-services/

Join our virtual meetup to learn how ABA supports children across settings, skills assessments, home programs, and ways to connect with BAs.