I'm Going To Be

Empowering families with special needs through education and integrated and holistic holistic care

05/15/2026

If you or someone you love has an intellectual or developmental disability (I/DD), you are not alone. There is real support here in New Jersey!

05/09/2026

NJ Register Ready helps people with disabilities to register their special needs with their county office of emergency management.

NJ residents with special needs are encouraged to complete the online registration annually. This information is used by emergency planners for their disaster preparedness planning.

This way when a disaster occurs, the county has properly prepared to meet the needs. If they don’t know in advance the needs of their residents with disabilities, they will not be able to adequately prepare.

Visit regeristerready.nj.gov for more information!

04/24/2026

Legal steps every disability family should consider. Support isn’t automatic and small decisions now can impact your child’s future. Planning early helps protect their rights, access to benefits, and long-term stability.

04/04/2026

Not all support plans are the same.

A 504 Plan helps students access learning, while an IEP provides individualized instruction tailored to their needs. Knowing the difference = better advocacy

03/29/2026

Requesting accommodations is a key part of creating inclusive environments.
When individuals are supported with the tools they need, everyone benefits.

03/12/2026

Assistive tools don’t have to be expensive to be effective.

Visual schedules, communication cards, fidget bands, and pencil grips are affordable ways to support independence, focus, and communication.

03/05/2026

A sensory corner can be a powerful tool for helping children regulate their emotions and refocus. Providing a quiet, safe space with calming sensory items allows kids to take a break, process overwhelming feelings, and return ready to learn or play. Swipe for ideas on what to put into a sensory corner!

02/19/2026

New blog post is live 💛

Walking into your child’s first IEP meeting can feel like stepping into a room full of new acronyms, big emotions, and even bigger questions. You are not alone in that moment.

Our latest post breaks down what to expect, who will be in the room, what the terms actually mean, and how to walk in feeling prepared instead of overwhelmed.

Knowledge is power. Confidence is built. Advocacy is learned. And you’ve got this.

Read now and take the first step toward feeling ready at the table. 🤝✨

ImGoingToBe.org/First-IEP

NorthernNJ FamilySupport

02/15/2026

Healing works best when it’s a two-way street, not a guessing game. 🧠✨

Therapy isn’t magic, it’s momentum. Set clear goals. Ask the privacy questions. Tell the truth even when your voice shakes. And check in on your progress like it matters, because it does.

Your growth deserves intention. 💚

02/04/2026

Know your rights at work! Disability accommodations, non-discrimination protections, fair pay and more. Visit ImGoingToBe.org to learn more!

01/30/2026

Awareness is powerful. Knowing the signs of caregiver stress can help you pause, check in, and
ask for support when you need it.

Signs of caregiver stress sourced from: Mayoclinic.org

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