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Together, we help those with autism connect to necessary resources and achieve their full potential.

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Guiding families and caregivers to information, services, and support

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Enhancing knowledge and skills to build a strong, qualified workforce

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Building communities that embrace and accept people and families with autism

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2021

Start Preparing for Camp Season

The CSOC Summer Camp Services application deadline has been extended. Caregivers of children who are eligible can apply for funding for Summer Camp Services.

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2021

Economic Impact Payments and Social Security Benefits

Many who receive SSI and SSDI are left with questions and concerns.

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2021

COVID-19 One Year Later: What Lies Ahead

A year later, uncertainty still lingers, but there is reason for hope and optimism.  We continue to monitor important developments.

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2021

Guide to the COVID-19 Vaccine

Our series of articles offers autism-specific information and strategies in an effort to educate our community about the rollout of the vaccine.

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2021

About Vaccines and Getting an Appointment

It’s important to familiarize yourself with the vaccine process so you are prepared when the time comes to receive the shot.

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2021

How to Prepare Individuals with Autism for the Vaccine

We recognize that everyone has their own individual needs. The following tips may be helpful.

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2021

2021 Individual Insurance Enrollment

The enrollment period for individual insurance plans has been extended for uninsured New Jersey residents until May 15, 2021.

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2020

Regression During a Pandemic

The pandemic has caused a negative impact that may be shown through regression. Learn what you can do as a parent.

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2020

Helping Individuals with Autism Wear Face Masks

Offering suggestions and useful resources to help with adjusting to wearing this now essential accessory.

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2020

Remote Learning: Tips for Parents and Professionals

A guide of practical strategies and resources to support learning when your home is now the classroom.

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MegaphoneNews & Headlines

April 22, 2021

DDD Issues New Day Program Re-Opening Requirements

DDD has updated its Congregate Day Program Reopening Guidelines, removing restriction tying reopening to the CALI-Index, but retaining the measurement for capacity limits.

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April 15, 2021

Language & Autism: What’s the Connection?

Princeton University researchers invite you to participate in a research study.

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April 15, 2021

Ambassadors Start with Respect to Reach Acceptance

Because of our Ambassadors, our communities have a stronger understanding and greater acceptance of autism around the state.

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CalendarUpcoming Events

Autism Awareness Do-A-Thon

April 24, 2021

Autism Awareness Do-A-Thon

Join us April 24 - May 1 in participating in our newest event to help recognize April as National Autism Awareness Month.

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Autism Awareness Spring Lake Gift Auction and 50/50

July 30, 2021

Autism Awareness Spring Lake Gift Auction and 50/50

Join us for one of our most popular events featuring more than 50 prizes that include vacation packages and restaurant gift cards!

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23rd Autism New Jersey Golf Invitational

September 13, 2021

23rd Autism New Jersey Golf Invitational

Join us for our Annual Autism New Jersey Golf Invitational

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