One of NJASEPS’ roles is as a source and repository for information about special education services in New Jersey – for teachers and administrators, parents, school districts and state administrators.
Advocates for Children of New Jersey
advocates@acnj.org (973) 643-3876
ACNJ works to improve the lives of children through research, advocacy, coalition building, caregiver support, and youth empowerment. They inform policy with data-driven reports like NJ KIDS COUNT, advocate for child-focused legislation, unite professionals and residents to enhance child services, provide resources through the KidLaw Center, and amplify children’s voices in policymaking.
Alliance of Private Special Education Schools of North Jersey
outreach@specialeducationalliancenj.org (973) 407-0596
Formed in 2011, we are an alliance of more than 30 state-approved private special education schools in Northern and Central New Jersey dedicated to helping parents and educators better understand and access appropriate program options in special education.
information@autismnj.org Helpline: (800) 4- AUTISM
Autism New Jersey is a nonprofit agency committed to ensuring safe and fulfilling lives for individuals with autism, their families, and the professionals who support them. Through awareness, credible information, education, and public policy initiatives, Autism New Jersey leads the way to lifelong individualized services provided with skill and compassion. We recognize the autism community’s many contributions to society and work to enhance their resilience, abilities, and quality of life.
(888)285-3036, or callers who are deaf or hard of hearing and are sign language users can use the videophone(609) 503-4862, or individuals with hearing loss who are not sign language users can connect with the Division of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing at (609) 588-2648.
Families can find information on available food, income, or employment assistance programs; caregivers can find information on support programs and services to assist them in caring for their loved ones; and individuals with disabilities can find information on various services, including in-home supports, vocational rehabilitation, personal care assistance, and education.
NJ (877) 914-6662 or National Center (833) 727-5463
We are a group of moms with special needs children and adults, trained as peer support and crisis counselors. We provide emotional support, advocacy skills, and access to expert resources to help improve the lives of moms. Through listening and understanding, we offer services like peer counseling, clinical assessments, goal setting, support groups, provider networks, wellness events, and COVID-specific support.
info@spanadvocacy.org (800) 654-SPAN
Our mission is to empower and support families and inform and involve professionals interested in the healthy development and education of children and youth. Our foremost commitment is to children and families with the greatest need due to disability or special health/mental health needs; poverty; discrimination based on race/ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, immigrant or homeless status; involvement in the child welfare or juvenile justice systems; geographic location; or other special circumstances.
- NJASEPS Early Childhood Special Education Guide – The earlier your child receives the appropriate supports, the better change they have to maximize their potential.
- The 2023 edition of NJASEPS’ The Private School Option for Children with Disabilities: What Parents Need to Know, is now available. click here to download a pdf copy now.
- Download the recent issue of Promising Futures, NJASEPS’ newsletter for schools and school districts.
- Planning the Transition from School to Adult Life. [2024 English Edition]
- Outcomes of Approved Special Education Programs in the Private Sector. Read more about the results of our annual statewide survey and how NJASEPS Members get results.
- NJASEPS’ Outcomes Study #24 2022-23 [PDF]
