Arc Of New Jersey Inc

Early intervention program:infant/toddler services: the child center serves over 400 children from birth to three years of age who have mental, physical or sensory delays or disabilities. Evaluation and assessment as well as speech, physical and occupational therapy, social and cognitive development, and communication services are available. Counseling and support are also provided for parents and siblings. Transitional services are provided to assist children in transferring to preschool programs. Our time classes are being held for children ages 20-36 months receiving early intervention services. The small groups meet weekly and are staffed by teachers and therapists. The classes focus on separation, socialization and language skills. A parent/caretaker support group, facilitated by a social worker, runs simultaneously. Intact: a specialized program of training, counseling and case management provides support and assistance with child rearing for individuals with disabilities who are also parents.

Adult training services:full-time day programming was provided for over 70 individuals. Training is offered in the areas of personal awareness, daily living,social and communication skills. Social and community activities and transportation are provided. The program also offers community inclusion and employment training opportunities.

Other programs: family support and social servicesrecreation and camp servicesvocational services