FACES 4 Autism

FACES 4 Autism FACES 4 Autism supports educates & creates acceptance 4 the “neurodiverse universe”. since 2002. FACES 4 Autism, Inc.

PO Box 2341
VENTNOR, NJ 08406. FACES 4 Autism is an approved agency of the United Way of the Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey Area. IRS approved Tax ID # 161620250"
FACES SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS are listed on our website. FACES 4 Autism supports children, teens and adults on the autism spectrum and those who love them. FACES provides autism education and resources to families and educ

ators in the South Jersey area. We are dedicated to improving the lives of individuals on the spectrum through social opportunities and programs that will foster self advocacy, independence and dignity

06/06/2026

From DDD: The Department of Human Services' DMAHS is actively reviewing the CMS guidance on HR‑1 implementation that was released this week. This guidance outlines the federal requirements for implementing work requirements for the Medicaid expansion population beginning January 1, 2027, and our teams are working through the details to develop the appropriate policies and procedures.

For individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), it may be helpful to note that the vast majority of DDD waiver enrollees qualify for Medicaid through the Aged, Blind, and Disabled (ABD) eligibility pathway, which is not subject to the new work requirements. However, a small number of individuals may currently be enrolled through the Medicaid expansion category, and those individuals could be subject to the federal work requirement rules once implemented.

We are working to assess the scope of this and ensure that any impacted individuals are identified and supported appropriately. More detailed information about these processes will be available in the coming months as we continue to analyze the federal guidance and develop our implementation plan. DMAHS will post relevant updates on this important topic at Federal Changes to NJ FamilyCare/Medicaid | Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services.

06/06/2026

🫐💙 Join the fun for a great cause! 💙🫐

Heart of Surfing and Johnny Boy Blues Blueberry Farm are teaming up for the 5th Annual U Pick Event supporting the local autism community!

📅 July 8th (Rain Date: July 9th)
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Egg Harbor City, NJ

Enjoy:
🫐 Blueberry picking
🎶 Music & bubbles
🍕 Pizza and beverages (including gluten-free options)
🛍️ Local vendors
🇺🇸 The Star Spangled Banner performed by Annabella Hunter
👮 Meet & greet with NJ State Police & Galloway Township Police

This is a wonderful family-friendly event supporting inclusive opportunities and special needs families in our community.

Registration is required through the Heart of Surfing website:
Heart of Surfing

Please share and help spread the word! 💙🧩

06/06/2026

Truth, but I think we need to speak up.

06/06/2026

He spent years on magazine covers as one of TV’s most recognizable faces. Prison Break made Wentworth Miller a household name.

What almost nobody knew: he was autistic.

Miller was diagnosed in his late forties, well into his acting career. He has said the diagnosis was not sad news, but a key that finally explained a lifetime of feeling out of step with everyone around him.

He talks openly about being a quiet kid, about masking, about how exhausting it was to perform “normal” every single day.

For every parent told their child is “too smart to be autistic,” his story is a reminder. There is no one look. There is no ceiling.

Late is still right on time.

Source: Wentworth Miller, public Instagram statement on his autism diagnosis

06/05/2026
06/05/2026

The Pleasantville Police Department was honored to receive a special visit today from one of our residents, Nyzi Ward.

Nyzi, who lives with autism, has a passion for police officers and law enforcement. His visit brought smiles to everyone he met and truly brightened our day. Moments like these serve as a powerful reminder of why we chose this profession to connect with our community, make a positive difference, and build meaningful relationships.

Thank you, Nyzi, for stopping by and sharing your enthusiasm with us. Your visit was the highlight of our day, and we look forward to seeing you again soon!

So pumped to have Craig Shoemaker at the helm this year for Stand Up 4 Autism 16!He will perform after a fabulous buffet...
06/05/2026

So pumped to have Craig Shoemaker at the helm this year
for Stand Up 4 Autism 16!
He will perform after a fabulous buffet at Seaview Hotel, A Destination by Hyatt and raffles benefiting FACES 4 Autism programs for the entire year!

Congratulations to FACES of Hope Award honorees this year are
Shore Local Newsmagazine and Interactive Kids.

Thanks to Presenting Sponsors
Atlantic County Charities!

Purchase tickets at our website or
at
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stand-up-for-autism-16-tickets-1988205940489?aff=oddtdtcreator



Mosca

06/04/2026

Give some of these prompts a try to work out any wiggles!

06/04/2026

It’s one of the most consistent findings in autism research.

Across 23 separate peer-reviewed studies, the same result kept appearing: autistic children using visual schedules were significantly more independent and needed far less support from adults.

Visual schedules work because they make the day predictable. They show what’s happening now, what’s coming next, and what to expect. That clarity lowers anxiety, smooths transitions, and lets children move through their routine with less prompting.

One simple, visual tool. Backed again and again by the research.

Comment ‘VISUALS’ and we’ll send you our full visual communication guide. ❤️

Source: Education & Treatment of Children / peer-reviewed meta-analysis

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P O Box 2341
Ventnor City, NJ
08406

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