New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project
@njsap.bsky.social
The New Jersey Self-Advocacy Project was established in 1983 to provide statewide support for New Jersey's self advocates.
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Join @ACI for a FREE 6-week course about effective advocating!
Register for the course here: www.adacil.org/recur...
Register for the course here: www.adacil.org/recur...
January 8, 2026 at 1:52 PM
Join @ACI for a FREE 6-week course about effective advocating!
Register for the course here: www.adacil.org/recur...
Register for the course here: www.adacil.org/recur...
Join us tomorrow in this fun, relaxing and interactive session to discover how connecting with nature can boost your health, reduce stress and cultivate a deeper sense of happiness and belonging.
Register here: www.arcnj.org/inform...
Register here: www.arcnj.org/inform...
January 6, 2026 at 8:50 PM
Join us tomorrow in this fun, relaxing and interactive session to discover how connecting with nature can boost your health, reduce stress and cultivate a deeper sense of happiness and belonging.
Register here: www.arcnj.org/inform...
Register here: www.arcnj.org/inform...
Mikie Sherrill takes office as the Governor of New Jersey on January 20, 2026, following her
election victory in November 2025. Familiarize yourself with the role of the Governor of New
Jersey with this helpful infographic! @mikiesherrill.bsky.social
election victory in November 2025. Familiarize yourself with the role of the Governor of New
Jersey with this helpful infographic! @mikiesherrill.bsky.social
January 6, 2026 at 5:58 PM
Mikie Sherrill takes office as the Governor of New Jersey on January 20, 2026, following her
election victory in November 2025. Familiarize yourself with the role of the Governor of New
Jersey with this helpful infographic! @mikiesherrill.bsky.social
election victory in November 2025. Familiarize yourself with the role of the Governor of New
Jersey with this helpful infographic! @mikiesherrill.bsky.social
Through real-world examples, accessible language, and practical strategies, participants in tomorrow's webinar will learn how to recognize signs of FASD, understand their rights, and advocate for supports that work.
Register here: www.arcnj.org/progra...
Register here: www.arcnj.org/progra...
January 5, 2026 at 8:51 PM
Through real-world examples, accessible language, and practical strategies, participants in tomorrow's webinar will learn how to recognize signs of FASD, understand their rights, and advocate for supports that work.
Register here: www.arcnj.org/progra...
Register here: www.arcnj.org/progra...
This month Erin talks about Empowered for the December 2025 NJSAP Wrap-Up. Empowered is NJSAP's winter programming, brought to you by The Horizon Foundation!
Watch the wrap-up here: youtu.be/Tq_kkiQqQsM
Watch the wrap-up here: youtu.be/Tq_kkiQqQsM
January 5, 2026 at 2:30 PM
This month Erin talks about Empowered for the December 2025 NJSAP Wrap-Up. Empowered is NJSAP's winter programming, brought to you by The Horizon Foundation!
Watch the wrap-up here: youtu.be/Tq_kkiQqQsM
Watch the wrap-up here: youtu.be/Tq_kkiQqQsM
Starting in 2026 we are adding a NEW Council Meeting! This meeting will take place in the morning for those who can't join the night meetings!
The 1st meeting will be on Zoom @ 10am on 1/14/26. No registration just log into the Zoom to join!
Zoom Link: tinyurl.com/3upyxnmp
The 1st meeting will be on Zoom @ 10am on 1/14/26. No registration just log into the Zoom to join!
Zoom Link: tinyurl.com/3upyxnmp
January 4, 2026 at 10:06 PM
Starting in 2026 we are adding a NEW Council Meeting! This meeting will take place in the morning for those who can't join the night meetings!
The 1st meeting will be on Zoom @ 10am on 1/14/26. No registration just log into the Zoom to join!
Zoom Link: tinyurl.com/3upyxnmp
The 1st meeting will be on Zoom @ 10am on 1/14/26. No registration just log into the Zoom to join!
Zoom Link: tinyurl.com/3upyxnmp
Join the upcoming Employment Mentorship Panel involving The Arc of NJ's Project HIRE and Planning For Adult Life Programs. Join them on Zoom on February 12th, 1pm - 2:30pm.
Click here to register: us06web.zoom.us/webi...
Click here to register: us06web.zoom.us/webi...
January 3, 2026 at 6:45 PM
Join the upcoming Employment Mentorship Panel involving The Arc of NJ's Project HIRE and Planning For Adult Life Programs. Join them on Zoom on February 12th, 1pm - 2:30pm.
Click here to register: us06web.zoom.us/webi...
Click here to register: us06web.zoom.us/webi...
The Arc of New Jersey is starting a Youth Advisory Board! The next generation of advocates is out there so come join the meetings and learn how to be an effective advocate in New Jersey!!
Register here: https://bit.ly/YAB1
Register here: https://bit.ly/YAB1
January 2, 2026 at 3:50 PM
The Arc of New Jersey is starting a Youth Advisory Board! The next generation of advocates is out there so come join the meetings and learn how to be an effective advocate in New Jersey!!
Register here: https://bit.ly/YAB1
Register here: https://bit.ly/YAB1
The Boggs Center on Disability and Human Development is working on a variety of aging initiatives. One of them is learning about people with IDD who are essentially the primary caregiver/supporter of an aging parent. Join their listening session to share your experiences!
January 1, 2026 at 5:48 PM
The Boggs Center on Disability and Human Development is working on a variety of aging initiatives. One of them is learning about people with IDD who are essentially the primary caregiver/supporter of an aging parent. Join their listening session to share your experiences!
Going to the grocery store is something most of us don’t think twice about but for many families & people w/IDD, it can be a real challenge.
That’s why The Arc US is so excited about the partnership between Caroline's Cart & The Arc.
That’s why The Arc US is so excited about the partnership between Caroline's Cart & The Arc.
December 31, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Going to the grocery store is something most of us don’t think twice about but for many families & people w/IDD, it can be a real challenge.
That’s why The Arc US is so excited about the partnership between Caroline's Cart & The Arc.
That’s why The Arc US is so excited about the partnership between Caroline's Cart & The Arc.
There is no HLP Live session today, December 31, 2025. We'll see you in 2026!
December 31, 2025 at 3:00 PM
There is no HLP Live session today, December 31, 2025. We'll see you in 2026!
A recent episode from The Arc of NJ's Family Institute series 10 in 10 is all about Day Programs!
Listen now: tinyurl.com/2vfjsd35
Listen now: tinyurl.com/2vfjsd35
December 31, 2025 at 12:28 AM
A recent episode from The Arc of NJ's Family Institute series 10 in 10 is all about Day Programs!
Listen now: tinyurl.com/2vfjsd35
Listen now: tinyurl.com/2vfjsd35
Tomorrow's webinar will cover day-to-day situations where you can practice self-advocacy.
Register here: www.arcnj.org/progra...
Register here: www.arcnj.org/progra...
December 29, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Tomorrow's webinar will cover day-to-day situations where you can practice self-advocacy.
Register here: www.arcnj.org/progra...
Register here: www.arcnj.org/progra...
Quick Tip: If you’re feeling low on energy, step outside for 5–10 minutes of natural light. Even a short dose of sunlight can boost your mood, improve focus, and help regulate your sleep cycle.
#HealthyLifestylesProject #HealthyLifestyles #QuickTip
#HealthyLifestylesProject #HealthyLifestyles #QuickTip
December 29, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Quick Tip: If you’re feeling low on energy, step outside for 5–10 minutes of natural light. Even a short dose of sunlight can boost your mood, improve focus, and help regulate your sleep cycle.
#HealthyLifestylesProject #HealthyLifestyles #QuickTip
#HealthyLifestylesProject #HealthyLifestyles #QuickTip
Join Erin Black & Michael Scanlon for a walk-through of the Adult Ally Toolkit. This session includes a rapid tour of the final product & practical next steps for using the Toolkit.
Watch here: www.youtube.com/watc...
Watch here: www.youtube.com/watc...
December 29, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Join Erin Black & Michael Scanlon for a walk-through of the Adult Ally Toolkit. This session includes a rapid tour of the final product & practical next steps for using the Toolkit.
Watch here: www.youtube.com/watc...
Watch here: www.youtube.com/watc...
The Arc of the US has joined a lawsuit challenging federal actions to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education. The lawsuit asserts that recent mass layoffs & other efforts to stop the Dept’s work have stripped away protections for students w/disabilities.
Learn more here: tinyurl.com/46p8ejcr
Learn more here: tinyurl.com/46p8ejcr
December 27, 2025 at 4:03 PM
The Arc of the US has joined a lawsuit challenging federal actions to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education. The lawsuit asserts that recent mass layoffs & other efforts to stop the Dept’s work have stripped away protections for students w/disabilities.
Learn more here: tinyurl.com/46p8ejcr
Learn more here: tinyurl.com/46p8ejcr
Access to special accounts that allow individuals w/IDD to save without losing out on government benefits will soon expand dramatically and people with the accounts will be able to save more in them than ever before.
Learn more: tinyurl.com/ye28puye
Learn more: tinyurl.com/ye28puye
December 26, 2025 at 10:29 PM
Access to special accounts that allow individuals w/IDD to save without losing out on government benefits will soon expand dramatically and people with the accounts will be able to save more in them than ever before.
Learn more: tinyurl.com/ye28puye
Learn more: tinyurl.com/ye28puye
Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year from all of us at NJSAP!!
December 25, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year from all of us at NJSAP!!
Governor-Elect Mikie Sherrill seeks public input from people w/disabilities. This is a chance to share your voice and express value on topics such as Disability Rights, Increasing Medicaid Asset Limits, DSPs, Affordable Housing & Transportation.
Fill out the survey here: tinyurl.com/mrxrkwth
Fill out the survey here: tinyurl.com/mrxrkwth
December 24, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Governor-Elect Mikie Sherrill seeks public input from people w/disabilities. This is a chance to share your voice and express value on topics such as Disability Rights, Increasing Medicaid Asset Limits, DSPs, Affordable Housing & Transportation.
Fill out the survey here: tinyurl.com/mrxrkwth
Fill out the survey here: tinyurl.com/mrxrkwth
It's the perfect time to show off your unique talents! Register and let us know what song you'd like to sing or just watch along. Singing, dancing, performing: whatever you can do, we'd love to see it!
Register here: www.arcnj.org/inform...
Register here: www.arcnj.org/inform...
December 23, 2025 at 10:44 PM
It's the perfect time to show off your unique talents! Register and let us know what song you'd like to sing or just watch along. Singing, dancing, performing: whatever you can do, we'd love to see it!
Register here: www.arcnj.org/inform...
Register here: www.arcnj.org/inform...
Starting in 2026 we are adding a NEW Council Meeting! This meeting will take place in the morning for those who can't join the night meetings!
The 1st meeting will be on Zoom @ 10am on 1/14/26. No registration just log into the Zoom to join!
Zoom Link: tinyurl.com/3upyxnmp
The 1st meeting will be on Zoom @ 10am on 1/14/26. No registration just log into the Zoom to join!
Zoom Link: tinyurl.com/3upyxnmp
December 23, 2025 at 6:22 PM
Starting in 2026 we are adding a NEW Council Meeting! This meeting will take place in the morning for those who can't join the night meetings!
The 1st meeting will be on Zoom @ 10am on 1/14/26. No registration just log into the Zoom to join!
Zoom Link: tinyurl.com/3upyxnmp
The 1st meeting will be on Zoom @ 10am on 1/14/26. No registration just log into the Zoom to join!
Zoom Link: tinyurl.com/3upyxnmp
Quick Tip: Warm up from the inside out by starting your morning with a warm drink. For example you can drink tea, coffee, or warm water with lemon. It helps your body feel warmer, improves circulation, and can reduce stiffness in the cold.
#HealthyLifestylesProject #HealthyLifestyles #QuickTip
#HealthyLifestylesProject #HealthyLifestyles #QuickTip
December 23, 2025 at 1:29 AM
Quick Tip: Warm up from the inside out by starting your morning with a warm drink. For example you can drink tea, coffee, or warm water with lemon. It helps your body feel warmer, improves circulation, and can reduce stiffness in the cold.
#HealthyLifestylesProject #HealthyLifestyles #QuickTip
#HealthyLifestylesProject #HealthyLifestyles #QuickTip
The NJ Office of the Gov posted a fantastic video highlighting the relationship between a person with IDD and their staff at The Arc of Ocean. Marty & Jacob talk about the importance of keeping quality DSPs & promoting independence for people with IDD!
Watch the video here: www.youtube.com/watc...
Watch the video here: www.youtube.com/watc...
December 22, 2025 at 12:57 PM
The NJ Office of the Gov posted a fantastic video highlighting the relationship between a person with IDD and their staff at The Arc of Ocean. Marty & Jacob talk about the importance of keeping quality DSPs & promoting independence for people with IDD!
Watch the video here: www.youtube.com/watc...
Watch the video here: www.youtube.com/watc...
The Arc of New Jersey is starting a Youth Advisory Board! The next generation of advocates is out there so come join the meetings and learn how to be an effective advocate in New Jersey!!
Register here: https://bit.ly/YAB1
Register here: https://bit.ly/YAB1
December 19, 2025 at 12:58 AM
The Arc of New Jersey is starting a Youth Advisory Board! The next generation of advocates is out there so come join the meetings and learn how to be an effective advocate in New Jersey!!
Register here: https://bit.ly/YAB1
Register here: https://bit.ly/YAB1
Join us tomorrow's webinar, which will present some "Do It Yourself" (DIY) methods to make amazing gifts for your loved ones during the holidays!
www.arcnj.org/progra...
www.arcnj.org/progra...
December 15, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Join us tomorrow's webinar, which will present some "Do It Yourself" (DIY) methods to make amazing gifts for your loved ones during the holidays!
www.arcnj.org/progra...
www.arcnj.org/progra...