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Understanding the New Jersey Children's System of Care (CSOC) for Children with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD)
Understanding the New Jersey Children's System of Care (CSOC) for Children with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD)
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Thursday's Tip To A Better IEP
Parents can take Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) time off to attend special education meetings—called individualized education program (IEP) meetings—for children with serious health conditions, according to an Aug. 8 U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) opinion letter.
FMLA leave likely will increase as parents learn that time off for this purpose is an option, said Sarah Platt, an attorney with Ogletree Deakins in Milwaukee.
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Parents can take Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) time off to attend special education meetings—called individualized education program (IEP) meetings—for children with serious health conditions, according to an Aug. 8 U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) opinion letter.
Washington, DC – The Arc, the nation’s largest civil rights organization for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), which was founded by parents and family members who rejected institutions and fought for decades to close them, released the following statement on President Trump’s comments about creating new institutions for people with mental health needs. […]
The post The Arc Rejects President Trump’s Comments on Bringing Back Institutions appeared first on The Arc.
By: Leslie Campos at Wellparents.com
Leslie.Campos@wellparents.com
The House and Senate approved the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2019 (H.R.3877) on July 25 and August 1, respectively. This bill prevents scheduled discretionary cuts from taking effect and increases limits on discretionary spending. Additionally, it suspends the debt ceiling … Continue reading →
The post Budget & Appropriations: Congress Approves Bipartisan Budget Deal appeared first on The Capitol Insider.
Join the Coalition for a Direct Support Professional Living Wage Today!
Direst Support Professionals (DSPs) make it possible for many individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead lives in their communities. They provide personal care, social support, and physical assistance individuals in a wide range of activities when needed. They work in a variety of settings including individual and family homes, group homes, supported apartments, schools, workplaces, recreational and fitness settings, etc. Currently, the need for DSPs exceeds the number of such professionals working in the field, and this workforce shortage is only expected to increase. New Jersey must address the workforce issues to ensure services will continue for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who depend on it.
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Putting a Spotlight On
Each month The Arc of New Jersey Family Institute spotlights a different developmental disability to help build awareness and educate others about the disorder. Click below to learn more about this month's spotlight and resources that are available to help.
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