ALSO VISIT OUR VACCINE INFORMATION PAGE FOR PEOPLE WITH I/DD, DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS AND FAMILIES.
The Arc of New Jersey is accepting special donations to assist our local county chapters with the COVID-19 pandemic. Make a cash donation by clicking here. If you have donations of PPE, paper goods, etc., contact Celine Fortin at cfortin@arcnj.org.
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The Arc of New Jersey’s Executive Director Tom Baffuto released the following statement regarding the “It’s Hit Our Front Door’: Homes for the Disabled See a Surge of COVID-19” article that appeared in the New York Times on April 8, 2020.
“Our hearts go out to the families and caregivers of the individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in New York who have lost their lives due to COVID-19. We recognize that we are living in an incredibly unsettling time, but it’s important for people with I/DD and their families to understand the multitude of precautions taking place in New Jersey. All of the day programs across the state were closed by March 17 when the threat of the virus became apparent and Chapters of The Arc implemented shelter in place procedures immediately thereafter. Comprehensive emergency response plans were enacted and our local county Chapters, and their extraordinary Direct Support Professionals, are continuing to assist and support clients while abiding by screening policies, monitoring staff and clients for potential symptoms, and engaging in intense sanitizing of homes. While a portion of those served in the community have tested positive for COVID-19, we are working diligently to care for those who are ill while protecting and shielding others. In this unprecedented time, we are doing our very best for those we serve and represent. The Arc of New Jersey is here to advocate and support anyone in need of help as we push through toward better days ahead.”
To read the article, click HERE.
The Arc of New Jersey Postponed/Canceled Events
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Reschedule for June 4, 2021
COVID-19 National Resources
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Resources to help DSPs take care of themselves during the crisis
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Resource developed by the Center for Dignity in Healthcare for People with Disabilities providing information to people with disabilities about advocating for rights
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How to combat the skin issues that may arise from wearing a mask.
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It is a form for parents/guardians to fill out ahead of time and have ready if a loved one is hospitalized with COVID 19.
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This resource was developed to introduce people and families to how they can use the Integrated Supports Star to identify supports and ways to stay connected during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 State Updates
State Resources
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phone and text 888-222-2228
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For people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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The NJ Council of Community Colleges compiled this list of useful resources to help people find employment, learn about unemployment benefits and economic assistance for businesses, and connect with other means of assistance.
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1-855-654-6735
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866-202-HELP (4357), TTY: 1-877-294-4356
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Due to the current situation with COVID-19, it is important that your Register Ready account remains active.
National & State Videos/Recordings
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Produced by The Arc of New Jersey
Coping During the Coronavirus
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1-877-914-6662
