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CAPE Open House
Date
September 20, 2010; 11:30am - 2pm and 5pm-9pm
Category:
News & Updates
Brief Description:
Come to our Open House and see what's happening at the CAPE. At 6:45pm there will be a presentation by Stacy Kane Greenzeig of The Unexpected Journey for parent support group and education.
Additional Information:
More details to follow....
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The Division of Developmental Disabilities & Family Support Center of New Jersey invite you to an Information & Education Session for Life After 21
Category:
News & Updates
Brief Description:
Life After 21 is a two part training series addressing the concerns of students with developmental disabilities ages 19 & 21 and their families as they approach the adult service systems.
Date:
See attached for dates and locations for Fall 2010 Sessions
Additional Information:
Students with developmental disabilities ages 19-21 and their families are encouraged to attend! Please register as soon as possible, seating is limited.
The Division of Developmental Disabilities & Family Support Center of New Jersey invite you to a Free Information & Education Session for Pathways to Adult Life
Category:
News & Updates
Brief Description:
Attend this interactive training to learn more about transitioning from school to adult life and self directing services for young adults. Be educated about the choices your family will make!
Additional Information:
For more information, dates and location for Fall 2010 Sessions see attached.
The Division of Developmental Disabilities & Family Support Center of New Jersey invite you to a Free Information & Education Session for Life Line for the Journey
Category:
News & Updates
Brief Description:
Have you been wondering what the future holds for you and your family member with a developmental disability? At this session you will learn about the different systems that may touch your life, what each has to offer, and what some of the similarities and differences are among them.
Additional Information:
For more information, dates and location for Fall 2010 Sessions see attached.
Saint Clare's Learning Enhancement and Resource Network (L.E.A.R.N.) is holding Information Sessions
Category:
News & Updates
Brief Description:
L.E.A.R.N. provides information, resources, and support in order for participants to gain access to educational opportunities and to successfully complete their course of study.Eligible participants must be 18 years of age or older, a resident of Bergen, Morris, Passaic, or Sussex county, have a psychiatric diagnosis, and have a desire to attend post-secondary school, vocational school, or a certificate program.
Date:
Every Thursday afternoon beginning July 15, 2009; 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Additional Information:
Those interested should contact the L.E.A.R.N. program at (973) 625-7045 in order to register. Information Sessions are held at the CAPE Resource Center located at 327 E. Ridgewood Avenue in Paramus, NJ.
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Strengthening Families is sponsoring an experience of learning for parents and children ages 7-11 living in Englewood, Teaneck, Hackensack or Bergenfield.
Category:
News & Updates
Brief Description:
Topics include discipline, respect, communication, cooperation, problem solving.... The workshops will take place at Bergen Family Center --Family Success Center located at 44 Armory Street in Englewood, NJ on the 2nd floor.
Date:
Wednesday evenings starting on September 1, 2010 until November 17, 2010 (12 sessions)
Additional Information:
Limited space, registration deadline is August 25, 2010. For more information please contact Rachele Albanese at 201-568-0817 x37. See flyer below.
Parents United, A Program of The Center for Alcohol and Drug Resources
Category:
News & Updates
Brief Description:
The Center for Alcohol and Drug Resources offers this support group for parents who are concerned about their teen's use of alcohol and other drugs. Participants will learn: the difference between typical teen experimentation and problem using; how to regain a sense of control in the home; and many more ways to respond to concerns about their teen.
Additional Information:
For more information, contact The Center @ 201-488-8680 or
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Topic:
Keep Kids at Home, In School and Out of Trouble
Category:
News & Updates
Brief Description:
The New Jersey Department of Children and Families (DCF) strives for children to have access to the right services. A standard assessment is completed to help decide what types of services are best for your child.
Research On Autism at Rutgers (ROAR) is looking for research participants.
Category:
News & Updates
Brief Description:
Eligibility for the ROAR study?
Are you or do you know someone with high functioning autism or Asperger's syndrome?
Is this person 9 years of age or older?
Does this person have sufficient verbal skills to understand and follow the rules of a simple video game?
Additional Information:
If you answer yes to all of the questions above and would like to get involved, please contact Rutgers University at 973-353-5440 x3937 or
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NJ National Institute for People with Disabilities of New Jersey is forming a new Asperger's Group to be held at 135 Monmouth Street in Red Bank, NJ.
Category:
News & Updates
Brief Description:
They are now accepting applications for this group which will meet 2xs weekly for a total of 5 hours (includes time for lunch) each day and will be provided one-on-one support when necessary.
Major emphasis will be to develop social and behavioral skills for developing meaningful social relationships, enhancing employability skills, and promoting involvements within the community at large. Qualified applicants must be 21 years of age or older, have a clinical diagnosis of Asperger's Syndrome and be a New Jersey resident.
Additional Information:
For more information, please contact Nancy O'Reilly, Program Supervisor, @ 845-358-5700 x147 or by email at nancy.o'
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Vantage Health System announces: "A New Substance Use Group Just For Teen Girls"
Category:
News & Updates
Brief Description:
This group is for teen girls ages 14-18 and meets every Tuesday from 3:30-4:30pm at 93 West Palisade Avenue in Englewood, NJ.
Additional Information:
For more information visit www.vantagenj.org or call 201-567-0059 to make an appointment.
Increased national attention is being paid to the needs of transition-age youth and young adults living with mental health conditions. The time is long overdue. It is this need that led NAMI to collaborate with a group of young adults in creating strengthofus.org.
This newly launched website consists of a user-driven social networking community and on-line resource center uniquely designed for youth and young adults. It allows them to connect with peer, to share information and to provide mutual support.
Stengthofus.org users can share personal stories, creativity, blog entries and status updated on "The Wire," along with much more.
Additional Information:
Further information on NAMI can be found by visiting: www.nami.org.
The U.S. Department of Labor launched http://www.disability.gov/, the federal government's website for people with disabilities, their family members, veterans, caregivers, employers and others. The new site, previously called DisabilityInfo.gov, features comprehensive information about disability-related programs and services, as well as social media tools to better serve the more than 50 million Americans with disabilities.
Food banks across the State are having a tough time right now. Please consider donating food or money to your local food bank.
Announcements
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West Bergen Mental Healthcare announces Substance Abuse Treatment for Bergen County Teens and Adults (regardless of ability to pay!)
Category:
Announcements
Brief Description:
The goal of this program is to provide culturally competent, gender responsive, evidence-based treatment services for individuals presenting with substance abuse and/or co-occurring disorders.
Additional Information:
To schedule an appointment, contact the Access Department at 201-444-3550. For more information, contact Jean Coe, Ph.D., LCSW, LCADC at 201-444-3550 x7148.
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The Youth Partnership of the Family Support Organization of Bergen County is reaching out to Bergen County Youth ages 14-21 and asking if they are ready to make a difference.
Category:
Announcements
Brief Description:
This is your opportunity to develop and implement activities that are important to you while promoting mental health awareness. The meetings take place on Sunday nights at 0-108 29th Street in Fair Lawn, NJ.
Additional Information:
For more information and meeting schedule, please contact: James A. Hyland, Youth Coordinator at 201-796-6209 x112 or email him at
. See attached for additional information.
Care Plus Innovations Behavioral Solutions for Life's Challenges, C.O.P.E. Children's Out-Patient Endeavors
Category:
Announcement
Brief Description:
Coping skills and strengths developed in childhood carry into adult life, helping individuals reach their full potential. With this in mind, Care Plus strives to deliver programming and resources that assist individuals in navigating our complicate world. The C.O.P.E. program matches skilled clinicians with the needs of the child or youth and/or family. It offers flexibility in scheduling appointments and minimizes wait time to receive out-patient services.
Additional Information:
To make a referral or for more information call 201-797-2660 x118 or see attached flyer.
Care Plus New Jersey is starting a social skills program for children and adolescents ages 5 to 16 that addresses their social and emotional functioning. For specific details see attached flyer.
Additional Information:
For additional information, contact Joan Walpole, MA, LAC Program Coordinator at 201-797-2660 x144.
Care Plus New Jersey is offering a program for youth 12-18 years of age who show difficulty with anger and other impulsive behavior. The 10 week curriculum improves the anger management skills of participating youth. A 10 week parent group is held concurrently at their Fair Lawn location. For specific details see attached flyer.
Additional Information:
For more information, call: Laura DelTufo, LMFT, LPC; Director of Operations at 201-797-2660 x110.
YWCA of Bergen County Rape Crisis Center Men's Support Group
Category:
Announcement
Brief Description:
YWCA of Bergen County's Rape Crisis Center is pleased to announce the Men's Support Group for survivors of sexual violence. This weekly 10-session group will be a forum for male survivors to discuss topics such as: trauma, emotions and self-esteem, anger, coping mechanisms, relationships, and more...
Additional Information:
Groups will be held in Bergen County by a professional facilitator. If you or someone you know is interested in participating, please call 201-881-1750.
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Passing on the word from another parent... Sibling Support Group forming
Category:
Announcement
Brief Description:
Dr. James Battaglia a Psychologist in Glen Rock is organizing and facilitating a Sibling Support Group for teen girls who have a sibling on the Autistic Spectrum. He will be working with a female social worker. If you know anyone interested, please contact his office at 201-670-0222.
Additional Information:
Dr. James Battaglia is located at 201 Rock Road, Suite 204, Glen Rock, NJ. Parking lot and entrance in rear of building.
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National Institute for People with Disabilities of New Jersey announces: We're Ready to do Skill Building--Support Group for Adults with Asperger's Syndrome
Category:
Announcement
Brief Description:
Program participants will meet 2x's weekly for a total of 5 hours (includes time for lunch) each day and will be provided one-on-one support when necessary. Major emphasis will be to develop social and behavioral skills for developing meaningful social relationships, enhancing employability skills, and promoting involvements within the community. Qualified applicants must be 21 years of age or older, have a clinical diagnosis of Asperger's Syndrome, and be a New Jersey resident.
Additional Information:
Applications are now being accepted for spring opening. For more information, please contact Nancy O'Reilly, Program Supervisor at 845-358-5700 ext. 147 or via e-mail: nancy.o'
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New Jersey's Youth Helpline
Category:
Announcement
Brief Description:
Students often face a wide-range of challenges. Please let youth know that there is somewhere to turn anytime, anywhere for anything. The New Jersey Youth Helpline, 2NDFLOOR, is a toll-free, anonymous and confidential helpline available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to all New Jersey young people, ages 10 to 24. Youth can call 2NDFLOOR at 1-888-222-2228 to speak with professionals and trained volunteers who listen attentively, non-judgmentally and compassionately to whatever is on the caller's mind.
Additional Information:
Visit their website at www.2NDFLOOR.org for downloadable posters, brochures and other information.
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DCF Press Release - DCF Expands Home Visitation Programs to Support New Families and Prevent Child Abuse
Category:
Announcement
Brief Description:
Continuing New Jersey's statewide child abuse prevention effort, Department of Children and Families (DCF) Commissioner Kimberly Ricketts announced grants for five community agencies totaling $2.5 million over the next four years for DCF's Home Visitation Initiative, a program that promotes positive parenting and the healthy growth and development of infants and children.
Additional Information:
For additional informaiton, please visit their website at www.nj.gov/dcf
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Free counseling
Category:
Announcement
Brief Description:
A resource for families who reside in Bergen County is free counseling to children who are legally adopted.
Additional Information:
For additional information please contact Kathleen Russo at Children's Aid and Family Servcies at 973-763-2041, x203
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Free counseling
Category:
Announcement
Brief Description:
Free in home counselling to any family in Bergen County that has obtained kinship legal guardianship of a child through the Division of Youth and Family Services.
Additional Information:
For additional information please contact Charlie Levine at Children's Aid and Family Services at 973-763-2041, x209.
Topic:
First Statewide Youth Helpline Launched
Category:
Announcement
Brief Description:
Department of Children and Families (DCF) announced the launch of New Jersey’s first statewide youth helpline, 2ND FLOOR, a key component of the Governor’s Strategy for Safe Streets and Neighborhoods. The new youth helpline is available 24-hours-a-day, seven-days-a-week to children and young adults ages 10-24.
New Jersey Guide to Meeting Basic Utility Needs 2008; Local and State Resources Available Now to Assist with Increasing Utility Costs and Related Expenses
Additional Information:
Download the latest edition of this guide at www.nj211.org
Conferences-Educational programs/Events
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September Events
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West Bergen Mental Healthcare presents its Asperger's Related Services Department Fall 2010 Workshop Series for Professionals, Family Members and Students
Category:
Conferences-Educational programs/Events
Date:
September, 2010
Additional Information:
For specific information see attached flyer. Questions can by directed to Kelly Doyle at 201-934-1160 x7231.
The Family Resource Network and its affiliate organization, Autism Family Services of New Jersey, will host an annual beach bash and surf camp in conjunction with Surfer's Healing. Surfer's Healing has expanded its New Jersey Camp to include 60 children with Down Syndrome! The one day surf camp is free to attend and each child will receive one on one surf lessons with professional surfers. Deadline for applications is July 15, 2010 and spots will be filled on a first come, first served basis.
Date:
September 13, 2010
Additional Information:
For more information see flyer below. Questions/Concerns call 609-392-4900.
West Bergen Mental HealthCare announces its Asperger's Related Services Department Fall 2010 Workshop Series for Professionals, Family Members and Students
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Conferences-Educational programs/Events
Brief Description:
See attached for descriptions, costs, time, and dates. Workshops being held in Ramsey will be located at West Bergen's Center for Children and Youth, One Cherry Lane, Ramsey, NJ.
Date:
September 14, 16, and 22, 2010
Additional Information:
Questions and registration information may be directed to Kelly Doyle at 201-934-1160 x7231.
West Bergen Center for Children and Youth Asperger's Related Services Presents: 2010 Saturday Art Workshops for ages 6-9 and 10-13
Category:
Conferences-Educational programs/Events
Brief Description:
These one-hour workshops provide an opportunity for children on the spectrum to benefit from creative activities such as drawing, painting and sculpting. Everyone is an artist!!
For more information or to register, please contact: Pat Decker @ 201-934-1160 x7312 or
.
Topic:
Informational Presentation on Special Education Rights
Category:
Conferences-Educational programs/Events
Brief Description:
The guest speaker at this presentation will be Mary Ciccone, Esq. from Disability Rigths New Jersey and will be held at SCARC Senior Center located at 26 Gail Court, Sparta, NJ.
Date:
September 29, 2010; 6pm
Additional Information:
For more information or questions, please contact: Evelyn Dudziec, Katie's House @ 973-383-3221 or Mary Giorlando, DDD @ 973-927-2681.
October Events
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2nd Annual Adolescent Conference
Category:
Conferences-Educational programs/Events
Brief Description:
Vantage Health System - Touchstone Hall and Liberty Behavioral Management present 'Adolescent with Bipolar Diagnosis: Implications for Assessment, Treatment Planning and Education.'
Date:
October 1, 2010; 8:30 am - noon
Additional Information:
The conference will take place at the Gym at Touchstone Hall located at 35 Piermont Road in Rockleigh, NJ. See below for registration and more information.
The Center for Prevention and Counseling (CFPC) is holding its' 2nd Annual Substance Abuse Conference
Category:
Conferences-Educational programs/Events
Brief Description:
The keynote speaker will be Carlo DiClemente, Ph.D. who is the co-developer of the Transtheoretical Model of behavior change. This presentation will explain and explore the process of change, identifying important client coping processes and markers of change, and highlighting the role of context and culture on this journey.
West Bergen Mental Healthcare's Asperger's Related Services Department Presents Siblings Workshop
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Conferences-Educational programs/Events
Brief Description:
For siblings of children with Asperger's Disorder, HFA, PDD, NOS, and Nonverbal Learning Disabilities. This workshop will cover a range of topics such as tolerance, coping strategies, focusing on your sibling's strengths, disclosure, fairness, creating quality time and finding common ground. For 9-11 year olds. Fee is $200.00.
Date:
October 7, 2010 - November 4, 2010, Thursday evenings from 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Helpful Hands Northeast Regional Early Intervention Collaborative Transition Workshop Schedule for Fall 2010
Category:
Conferences-Educational programs/Events
Brief Description:
Learn about the EI transition meetings; comparisons of EI v. preschool; components of the federal law-IDEA; eligibility requirements for preschool special education; IFSP to IEP; registration requirements; parental rights; helpful tips for transition & more....
Date:
October 7, 2010 - Transition to Preschool; November 19, 2010 - Transition to Preschool; November, 2010 (time and date to be decided) - Cursillo de Transicion al Sistema Preescolar en Espanol Solamente; December 9, 2010 - Transition to Preschool
Additional Information:
For times, location, and more information see flyer below.
Institute for Infant and Preschool Mental Health presents its 8th Annual Conference for Professionals
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Conferences-Educational programs/Events
Brief Description:
The theme for the conference is where Biology and Psychology Meet in Developmental Disorders: Achieving Unity in Principal and Practice by Gilbert M. Foley, Ed.D.
Date:
October 7, 2010; 8am - 4pm
Additional Information:
The conference will take place at the Valley Regency in Clifton, NJ. Registration fee is $85. CEUs available. For more information call 973-395-5500 or email
to register.
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ASPEN's Annual Fall Conference
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Conferences-Educational programs/Events
Brief Description:
The Keynote Presenter is Michelle Garcia Winner, MA, CCC who will discuss Thinking About YOU Thinking About ME: Exploring the Perspective-Taking Spectrum.
Date:
October 22, 2010; 8am - 4:30pm
Additional Information:
The conference will take place at the Hilton Woodbridge at 120 Wood Avenue South in Iselin, NJ. For more information see below.
Deirdre's House The Center for Morris County's Child Victims and United Way of Morris County present a symposium: "Understanding the Adolescent Brain and Strategies for Success in Working with Adolescents" and "Success in Working with Adolescent Misconduct, The New Three Rs: The Case for Requiring Responsibility, Rehabilitation, and Reducing Recurrence"
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Conferences-Educational programs/Events
Brief Description:
The Keynote Speaker is Karen Lindgren, Ph.D.. This is a training on understanding and working with adolescents; effective systemic procedures and practices in addressing adolescent misconduct; the importance of promoting responsibility and rehabilitation for youth offenders and strategies for adolescent misconduct/criminal recurrence prevention, including strategies for prevention of re-victimization of victims.
Date:
October 22, 2010; 8:30am
Additional Information:
The conference will take place at the College of St. Elizabeth, Morristown, NJ. For more information and registration form see below.
Princeton Healthcare System presents "Effective Treatment Approaches for Working with Self-Injury"
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Conferences-Educational programs/Events
Brief Description:
Speaker Beth Brodsky, Ph.D. Columbia University is a nationally known clinician and teacher in the areas of Dialectical Behavior Therapy, suicidality, self-injury and Borderline Personality Disorder. This workshop is geared to the learning needs of psychotherapists, psychologists, counselors, intermediate to advanced level social workers, and related fields of practice.
