New Jersey Association of Community Providers - NJACP

New Jersey Association of Community Providers - NJACP NJACP assists and advocates for agencies as they provide quality supports and services for people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities.

NJACP is a statewide association committed to ensuring continuing progress toward greater quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

09/09/2026

NJACP deeply appreciates Governor Mikie Sherrill joining governors from across the country in calling for the continued protection of the rights of individuals with disabilities to live, work, receive services and fully participate in their communities.

Her voice and New Jersey’s is especially important at this moment. In June, the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Legal Counsel issued an opinion questioning the longstanding legal framework supporting the integration mandate. In July, DOJ announced that it would no longer rely on its longstanding Olmstead guidance in enforcing Title II of the ADA. And now, in an August 31 court filing, DOJ, acting on behalf of HHS and alongside five states, is asking a federal court to strike provisions of the federal Section 504 regulations requiring services to be provided in the most integrated setting appropriate to the needs of individuals with disabilities.

Taken together, these actions have created significant uncertainty about the federal government’s approach to community integration at a time when we should be strengthening, not retreating from, our commitment to ensuring individuals with disabilities have meaningful choices about where and how they live.

New Jersey has long been a leader in advancing home and community-based services and creating opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live with greater independence, choice and inclusion. We cannot diminish that progress or turn back the clock. Community-based services make it possible for individuals to have homes, jobs, relationships and meaningful lives as part of their communities.

is grateful to Governor Sherrill for adding New Jersey’s voice at this critical moment and affirming a principle that must remain at the heart of our disability service system: individuals with disabilities belong in their communities and we must continue moving forward not backward. Read the full letter here:https://www.governor.ny.gov/sites/default/files/2026-09/Governors_Letter_on_Olmstead_9-2026.pdf NJ Department of Human Services

🌟 CELEBRATING OUR EVERYDAY HEROES! 🌟Every day, incredible individuals go above and beyond to make a difference in the li...
09/09/2026

🌟 CELEBRATING OUR EVERYDAY HEROES! 🌟

Every day, incredible individuals go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of others. 💛

Join NJACP as we celebrate the 2026 Heroes and recognize the dedication, compassion, and impact of those who make our communities stronger.

📅 Friday, September 18th
⏰ 10:00 AM
💻 Live Stream Event

Let’s come together to celebrate the people who inspire us, support others, and make a lasting difference. ❤️

✨ Help us celebrate our everyday heroes!

👉 LINK TO JOIN THE LIVE STREAM COMING SOON!

What looks like “overhead” is often what keeps services running.Administrative caps could make it harder for IDD provide...
09/08/2026

What looks like “overhead” is often what keeps services running.

Administrative caps could make it harder for IDD providers to:
🔹 Grow services
🔹 Support and retain staff
🔹 Meet the complex needs of the people they serve

📣 NJACP supports policies that expand access to community-based services — not limit them.

🤝 Providers need the flexibility to invest in the people, staff, and services that make a difference.

Want to learn more? Visit this page: https://njacp.org/flipbook/impact-of-administrative-caps-on-idd-supports-and-services/

✅ WIN: NJACP Members as Job Creators. This Labor Day,   celebrates our member agencies as significant employers in commu...
09/07/2026

✅ WIN: NJACP Members as Job Creators.

This Labor Day, celebrates our member agencies as significant employers in communities across New Jersey and the incredible work they do to help individuals with IDD become part of our state’s workforce.

Through supported employment, job coaching, vocational training and other employment services, NJACP members help individuals build skills, earn a paycheck, contribute their talents and experience the independence and pride that come with meaningful work.

At the same time, our members employ thousands of New Jerseyans in careers dedicated to supporting others and strengthening their communities.

That’s workforce impact on both sides of the equation and something worth celebrating this .

🟣 Challenge: Recognizing providers as economic drivers.

Community providers are often discussed in terms of what services cost.

What gets far less attention is what they contribute to New Jersey’s economy.

NJACP member agencies are significant employers across the state, creating thousands of jobs, supporting local economies and building career opportunities in communities throughout the Garden State. And their economic impact extends even further.

Through supported employment, job coaching and vocational programs, providers help individuals with IDD enter the workforce, earn wages and contribute their talents to businesses across the state.

Providers don’t just deliver essential services. They create jobs, expand opportunity and strengthen New Jersey’s workforce and economy.

That contribution deserves to be part of the conversation.

🟡Forward Focus: Making the economic case for investment.

NJACP will be placing greater focus on demonstrating the economic and workforce impact of community providers across New Jersey.

Our member agencies don’t just make inclusion, independence and community life possible. They are employers, job creators and economic contributors, while also helping individuals with IDD enter and succeed in the workforce.

We want policymakers to understand the full return on investing in community-based services: investment in providers advances inclusion AND strengthens New Jersey’s workforce and economy.

That’s an impact worth measuring, telling and investing in.

🌟 HONORING OUR EVERYDAY HEROES! 🌟TODAY is your LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER TO BE A SPONSOR for the NJACP Heroes Recognition ...
09/04/2026

🌟 HONORING OUR EVERYDAY HEROES! 🌟

TODAY is your LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER TO BE A SPONSOR for the NJACP Heroes Recognition Program!

Your sponsorship helps us celebrate and recognize the incredible DSPs who go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of others. 🏆✨

📣 Don’t miss your opportunity to support this special celebration!

👉 Register today to become a sponsor and help us honor the heroes who make a difference every day.

https://web.cvent.com/event/01462abd-3c5c-427e-b9c2-eea4792007a9/register

Joseph Spreitzer :  ABLE AdultsWhy are YOU proud to be a member of NJACP? 💙💛❤️“The field of special services is equally ...
09/03/2026

Joseph Spreitzer : ABLE Adults

Why are YOU proud to be a member of NJACP? 💙💛❤️

“The field of special services is equally rewarding and challenging. In our opinion, a quality DSP must be patient, loving, honest, reliable, and attentive to detail. Without those qualities, you cannot effectively improve the lives of the population we serve. A successful business/program must share those qualities and also be incredibly resilient, willing to incur risk/liability, informed on matters far outside its comfort zone, and generally fortunate enough to effectively navigate an unpredictable minefield of legislation, litigation, and regulatory oversight or overreach.

In 2025, we reached out to NJACP because our agency's leadership was drowning in uncertainty and anxiety over several factors largely outside our control. Our worries were entirely unrelated to running an effective program, which we believe most agencies are capable of despite legislators and state agencies; not because of them. After our first interaction with their leadership, we realized that NJACP offered the solutions, camaraderie, and peace of mind that we were missing as a lone wolf program. Their industry-specific insurance connections saved us a fortune. Their political involvement helped us stay informed and prepared for important updates and changes instead of remaining anxious. And their community of providers and administrators made us feel welcome and understood.

ABLE loves being a part of this association. We appreciate the hard work they do on behalf of providers and individuals. And we recommend all providers consider joining this community, which will make us all stronger in the process.”

Thank you, Joseph, for sharing why being an NJACP member matters to you! We appreciate you taking the time to share your perspective and for being part of the NJACP community.

If you're considering joining NJACP, we'd love the opportunity to show you what membership can do for your organization.

Please contact Colleen Klepser at [email protected] or 609-406-1400 ext.102 to learn more or request a membership application.

Already a member? Renew by September 30th to receive an Early Bird Discount!

👉 Click This Link : https://conta.cc/46eHxal

🎉 Help us celebrate 40 years of the NJACP Annual Conference! 💡 We’re looking for innovative ideas, successful practices,...
09/02/2026

🎉 Help us celebrate 40 years of the NJACP Annual Conference!

💡 We’re looking for innovative ideas, successful practices, practical tools, and fresh perspectives to inspire our IDD community.

✨ Breaking Barriers. Building Bridges. Igniting Innovation. ✨

📅 March 11–12, 2027
📍 Resorts Atlantic City
👥 500+ Attendees

🎤 Share your expertise. Share your voice.

📣 Submit your abstract today!

Link to Submit Abstract : http://www.cvent.com/c/abstracts/a1e4c302-344e-45d7-9565-6b33a792efa7

If you have any questions or want to seek more information, please contact Luis Santiago, at [email protected] or 609-406-1400 x105.

📣 As policymakers return to Trenton next week,   is ready.From strengthening the DSP workforce and securing sustainable ...
09/01/2026

📣 As policymakers return to Trenton next week, is ready.

From strengthening the DSP workforce and securing sustainable funding to protecting Medicaid, advancing housing access, preventing unfunded mandates and ensuring providers have a voice in policymaking, NJACP’s Public Policy Priorities define where we’re focused and what we’re fighting for. Because strong community providers make inclusion, independence and opportunity possible for individuals with IDD across .

The Legislature may have taken a break over the summer, but NJACP’s advocacy never does.

👉 See NJACP’s full Public Policy Priorities: https://bit.ly/4wSTUnr and join us in

08/31/2026

💙 Summer may be winding down, but we’re just getting started! 💛

As we head into September, we’re looking forward to celebrating our incredible Direct Support Professionals, connecting with members, and preparing for an exciting fall!

🌟 DSP Heroes Recognition Event — September 18
🤝 Hybrid Membership Meeting — September 23
📚 Professional Development & Training Opportunities
💙 Membership Renewals Are Underway
👥 Board Applications Due — September 14

We’re also continuing member agency visits, advocacy efforts, and opportunities to connect and collaborate.

Thank you to our member agencies for making inclusion, connection, and meaningful experiences possible every day. 💙

Ralph Coloma: The National Institute for People with Disabilities of New Jersey - NIPD/NJWhy are YOU proud to be a membe...
08/27/2026

Ralph Coloma: The National Institute for People with Disabilities of New Jersey - NIPD/NJ

Why are YOU proud to be a member of NJACP? 💙💛❤️

“We proud to be a member of NJACP because together we can effectively advocate for the people we help support, the staff that make it happen and the services that are needed. As providers we can gain opportunities to learn from each other and from the experts in the field. We became NJACP Members because of the many opportunities the association offers providers and staff to advocate, learn and grow. NJACP membership matters because people matter.”

Thank you, Ralph, for sharing why the NJACP membership matters to you and your organization. We’re proud to have you as part of our community!

If you're considering joining NJACP, we'd love the opportunity to show you what membership can do for your organization.

Please contact Colleen Klepser at [email protected] or 609-406-1400 ext.102 to learn more or request a membership application.

Already a member? Renew by September 30th to receive an Early Bird Discount!

👉 Click This Link : https://conta.cc/46eHxal

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