Community Events and Programs
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Tuesday, February 11 @ 12:00 PM
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network
VirtualUnderstanding Vocational Rehabilitation & Pre-ETS: Pt 2
This event is for families, youth/young adults with disabilities, and adult system representatives. Presented by NTACT on Pre-ETS.
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Tuesday, February 11 @ 5:30 PM
Englewood Health
VirtualThe Importance of Boundaries and Communication
Join expert Yaranil Ferrer, LCSW, for a session focused on effective communication and limit setting during pregnancy.
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Wednesday, February 12 @ 8:00 PM
Hackensack Meridian Health
VirtualGrupo Virtual de Apoyo y Entrenamiento para Padres
Programa virtual para recibir consejos y estrategias de un experto sobre cómo manejar la conducta de nuestros hijos y responder a comportamientos difíciles. El programa incluye un total de seis clases de una hora.
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Tuesday, February 18 @ 11:00 AM
Englewood Health
VirtualPostpartum Recovery Nutrition
Engage with Julie Kay, RD, in this session focused on nourishing your body for postpartum recovery.
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Tuesday, February 18 @ 5:30 PM
Englewood Health
VirtualMaximizing Food Choices During Pregnancy
Join Dietitian Ivette Lebron, MS, RDN, to gain valuable information on how to make nutritious and balanced food choices during pregnancy
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Tuesday, February 18 - Tuesday, March 25 @ 8:00 PM
Hackensack Meridian Health
VirtualPositive and Productive Coaching Groups
Join our FREE in-person or virtual parent groups to share and receive personalized tips and strategies, from an expert, on how to best react to your kids and respond to difficult behaviors. These virtual groups are small (6-10 participants) groups for a total of 6 sessions.
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Wednesday, February 19 @ 12:00 PM
Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey
VirtualBrain Injury Caregiving: Navigating Challenges and Helpful Tips
This presentation explores the multifaceted role of a caregiver. In this presentation, we will address common challenges such as burnout, stress, apathy, and behavioral issues. We will explore potential strategies for self-care and time management, which are essential for maintaining personal well-being and preventing burnout.
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Tuesday, February 25 @ 5:30 PM
Englewood Health
VirtualPreparing for Childbirth
Join childbirth expert Mary Ellen Pietrewicz, DNP, RNC-MNN to learn more about pregnancy, giving birth, and the experience of having a baby.
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Tuesday, February 25 @ 6:30 PM in Lumberton
Family Support Organization of Burlington County
In-PersonCognitive Perspective Restructuring Program (CPR)
A program designed to reduce the risk of youth addiction and assist in self-development. The Cognitive Perspective Restructuring Program (CPR) is a prevention program with the goal of reducing negative behavior through self-development.
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Thursday, February 27 @ 6:30 PM
CAPE Resource Center (CAPE)
VirtualGetting Ready for College: Opportunities and Success for Students with Disabilities (CAPE)
There are an increasing number of options and considerations for students with a variety of challenges who want to go to college. Colleges offer varying levels of support & accommodations. It's critical that students & families understand their options in order to ensure that the students receive the support that they need to be successful.
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Tuesday, March 4 @ 12:00 PM
Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey
VirtualNavigating Dating & Relationships After Brain Injury
We will discuss the potential for changes in physical, cognitive, emotional, and social functioning after brain injury and how these impact current and new relationships. We will highlight the importance of communication in expressing wants, needs, and expectations to navigate new or existing relationships.
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Monday, May 19 @ 12:00 PM
Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey
VirtualTraumatic Brain Injury In Service Members and Veterans: Symptoms, Support, Advocacy, and Wellness
This webinar covers traumatic brain injury in service members and veterans, including prevalence, screening, return-to-duty guidelines, symptoms (acute to chronic), management strategies, wellness, and resources for service members, veterans, and caregivers.
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Thursday, June 12 @ 6:30 PM
Family Support Organization of Bergen County
VirtualGuardianship and Durable Powers of Attorney
The workshop will cover the basics of guardianship, limited guardianship, conservatorship, and other surrogate decision-making options, with an aim towards attaining the maximum possible independence for your child while preserving vital protections for important decision-making.