New Jersey Institute for Disabilities

Special education - for children with developmental challenges, the lakeview school offers a special education program which incorporates exceptional medical, clinical and enrichment activities. Using a transdisciplinary approach, all students have a personal team of professionals and paraprofessionals working together to enable students to achieve their highest level of self-sufficiency and personal success. The lakeview school program is comprehensive and dynamic with leading-edge innovations in special education and enhancements which offer an incomparable array of services dedicated to the well-being of every child. Approximately 169 children, ages 3 to 21 years, are served. ($87,500 of donated facilities).

Adult services - New Jersey Institute for Disabilities, Inc. Provides comprehensive services for adults with Disabilities including adult training centers which provide meaningful personal development trainings, habilitation and skills which foster self-reliance and independence. Program enhancements include multi-sensory integration, client centered alternative program, alternative wellness and behavior interventions. Adult training programs extend into the community and make available educational, recreational and cultural activities along with volunteer opportunities in a variety of settings. Transportation services are provided by a fleet of adapted vehicles. Through adult community support services, eligible adults create their own pathways to personal fulfillment by participating in personal choices of offered services. This can include life skills development, social services, wellness and in-home services. Approximately 218 adults with Disabilities are served. (donated use of assets/services $13,036)

Residential services - New Jersey Institute for Disabilities, Inc. Residential services programs offer adults with Disabilities a range of residential alternatives which foster independence, dignity and personal choice in living arrangements. Group homes provide continuous supervision, assistance and medical oversight for adults requiring intensive specialized care. Supervised and supported living apartments are available for adults with elevated degrees of personal independence. Clients are encouraged to participate in community integration activities including educational, recreational and faith-based pursuits. A transportation network insures clients' access to locations of employment, recreation and social activities. Approximately 95 persons are served.

The children's center is a comprehensive early intervention program for infants from birth to three years of age with delays and Disabilities. Medical, educational and therapeutic programs are provided for the children and their families. Services are provided in children's homes and other "natural" environments. This program services more than 353 infants and toddlers during the program year.

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