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šļø Community Announcement: Standing Together for New Jerseyās Nonprofits
As the landscape of care and service continues to evolve in New Jersey, nonprofits remain at the heart of community strength and social progress. Ā These organizations are the lifeline of countless families, individuals, and neighborhoods ā and itās time we celebrate and support the essential work they do every single day. Nonprofits across the Garden State employ over 340,000 people , making up nearly 10% of New Jerseyās private workforce Ā ā surpassing industries like constru
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šØ Federal Cuts Leave Students with Disabilities at Risk
In a shocking move thatās sending waves through the disability and education communities, the U.S. Department of Education Ā has laid off nearly the entire staff of the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) Ā ā the division responsible for overseeing federal special education programs under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) . For families, guardians, and providers serving the IDD community , this change raises urgent questions: Who
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šµ Letās Work Together: Why Organizations Trust Adept Programs
Since 1978, Adept Programs has been serving people with disabilities , helping families, employees, and communities thrive. Over the...
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š Rutgers University Recognizes ADEPT CEO Jake J. Jones for Championing Accessibility
Weāre proud to share exciting news with our community: Rutgers University Graduate SchoolāCamden has recognized Adept Programsā CEO, Jake...
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š NJ Disability Hub Now Has ASL VideosāHow to Use Them & Why It Matters
Accessibility is more than just a wordāitās about making sure every individual can access the information they need in a way that works...
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Families: Donāt Miss This 5-Year IDD Update
Change doesnāt happen without voices. The New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities (NJCDD) Ā is inviting families, guardians,...
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š¤ AI Empowers Students with Learning DifferencesāStanfordās Groundbreaking Findings
Artificial Intelligence (AI) isnāt just shaping the futureāitās transforming classrooms right now. A new study from Stanford shows how AI...
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š Celebrating Our Everyday Heroes: Staff Appreciation the Adept Way
At Adept Programs , caring for individuals with disabilities isnāt just our missionāitās a commitment powered by everyday heroes: our...
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The Importance of Special Needs Advocacy
Advocating for individuals with special needs is critical, yet often overlooked. Many people do not realize the urgency, significance,...
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The Role of Experience in Leadership
Leadership is a multifaceted concept that involves not just the ability to direct and inspire others but also the wisdom gained from...
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Why Mental Health Advocacy Matters
Mental health issues affect millions of people worldwide, and the need for mental health advocacy has never been greater. As society...
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How You Can Support Nonprofit Organizations
Supporting nonprofit organizations is a meaningful way to give back to your community and help those in need. Nonprofits play a crucial...
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Join Us at Adept Programs: Redefining Disability Support
At Adept Programs , we donāt just offer jobs ā we offer purpose. Weāre on a mission to redefine what good looks like in the world of...
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š„ These 7 Trends Are Disrupting the IDD World ā and Weāre Ready
At Adept Programs , staying ahead of the curve isn't just a goal ā it's a responsibility. The world of intellectual and developmental...
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New Jersey Takes Bold Steps to Enhance Support for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities
New Jersey is currently experiencing exciting changes aimed at supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)....
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š„ Special Olympics, Summer Fun, and DSP Heroes ā Donāt Miss This Wrap-Up!
Earlier this month, athletes from across New Jersey gathered at The College of New Jersey in Ewing Ā for the 2025 Special Olympics NJ...
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š„ Summer Heat Safety ā Protecting Our People
Prepared hydration kit ready for summer heat safety As summer shines brightly over New Jersey, heat safety shifts from a seasonal topic...
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šµ Top 10 Essential Resources Every Caregiver Should Know About
Caring for a loved one with intellectual or developmental disabilities isnāt just a role ā itās a calling. At Adept Programs , we know...
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š What Does GOOD Look Like to You?
At Adept Programs, "GOOD" isn't just a word. It's a challenge. It's a goal. It's a reminder that every single day, we are redefining what...
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These Kids Asked our CEO How to Get RichāHis Answer Left Everyone Speechless š¤Æ
At ADEPT Programs, our commitment to āRedefining What GOOD Looks Likeā extends beyond the individuals we serveāit reaches into the hearts...
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