Helping Black Families Get the ID/D Resources they Need

If your family is looking for help with a loved one with an intellectual or developmental disability, we have put together a list of resources for black families living in New Jersey.

Autism NJ

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Autism NJ
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Together, we help those with autism connect to necessary resources and achieve their full potential.
Website
www.autismnj.org

Family Success Centers (FSC)

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Family Success Centers (FSC)
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Provide no-cost wrap-around resources and supports for families: information and referral services, life skills training, housing services, parent education, parent-child activities, advocacy
Website
https://www.nj.gov/dcf/families/support/success/

Mom2Mom

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Mom2Mom
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The Mom2Mom helpline connects moms of special needs children and adults with moms of a similar circumstance who are specially trained in peer counseling and crisis support, making them uniquely qualified to offer relevant and realistic guidance, support.
Website
https://mom2mom.us.com/

MyGOAL

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MyGOAL
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MyGOAL exists to support families and individuals affected by autism and other intellectual disabilities throughout their lifespan. We do this through connections and resources provided.
Website
https://mygoalinc.org/

The Regional Family Support Planning – New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities

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The Regional Family Support Planning – New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities
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In accordance with the 1993 Family Support Act, the New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities established the Regional Family Support Planning Councils (RFSPCs). The RFSPSCs provide a venue for parents and family members of people with developmental disabilities to exchange knowledge and information about family support services.
Website
https://njcdd.org/the-regional-family-support-planning-councils/