Advocacy with Adara
Advocacy with Adara is a biweekly chat on Facebook Live about a topic related to special education and services for children with IDD.
There's no need to register, just visit our Facebook page every other Monday at 12pm.

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Universal Preschool
June 16th, 2025
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Back to School!
August 25th
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IDD Services Available Through PerformCare
September 8th
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NJ Special Education State Rules and Regulations Not Required by IDEA
September 22nd
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Transportation in NJ
October 6th
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Alternatives to Guardianship
October 20th
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School Discipline When Your Child Has an IEP
November 3rd
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County Roadmaps from The Family Institute
November 17th
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Review of Children's Advocacy Program
December 1st
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Winter Activities and Ideas
December 15th
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Getting Ready for Transition
January 12th
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Overview of DDD Changes for 18-21 Year Olds
January 26th
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Special Education Mediation
February 9th
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How Do IDEA's Categories of Disability affect the IEP?
February 23rd
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Preparing for Your Annual IEP Meeting
March 9th
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The Variety of Special Education Classrooms and Their Acronyms
March 23th
2025 Webinar Schedule
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Oct. 8th- Please join Adara Heilmann, Director of Children's Advocacy and Jennifer Harrison, Director of Planning for Adult Life to discuss dropping the rope! Parenting a teen with disabilities comes with unique challenges, especially as they approach adulthood. It’s natural to feel the urge to hold on tightly—but sometimes the greatest support we can offer is learning when and how to drop the rope. This empowering and compassionate webinar is designed for parents and caregivers who want to guide their teens with disabilities into adulthood with confidence, grace, and trust. We’ll explore practical strategies to foster independence, build self-advocacy, and redefine your role—not as a controller, but as a collaborator.
Through real-life stories, developmental insights, and expert guidance, you'll learn how to:
-Navigate the emotional shift from protector to partner
-Encourage decision-making and self-expression
-Prepare for transitions in education, employment, and independent living
-Let go without giving upJoin us for this thoughtful conversation on how to lead with love, release control with purpose, and walk beside your teen as they step into their own future.
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Join us on October 22nd at 6:00 pm for a special webinar featuring Derrick and Nick from Blue Light Music Group. Learn how their inclusive music programs empower children and adults with disabilities through creative expression, skill-building, and community connection. Whether you're a parent, educator, or support professional, this session will provide valuable insight into how music can be a powerful tool for engagement, growth, and joy.
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Join us on November 4th at 12:00 for lunchtime learning special regarding navigating the transportation systems in New Jersey.