ACI is pleased to announce that our Deputy Director, Luke Koppisch, will be representing ACI on the Interface Advisory Board at JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute in Edison.
The board is made up of representatives from non-profit organizations, state agencies and local businesses who are interested in seeking ways to increase employment among people with disabilities. Presently, the board is planning for the 31st Annual Career Options Day to be held on April 4th, 2014 at the JFK Conference and Fitness Center.
SOUTH PLAINFIELD BANK MAKES ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS
Thanks to the help of ACI, the Wells Fargo Bank in South Plainfield, NJ recently installed ramps and lowered its check writing table to accommodate wheelchair users. Nybil Ghanem of ACI worked with the bank to make this change.
"This improvement will allow more people with disabilities to use the services of the Wells Fargo Bank." - Nybil Ghanem, Information and Referral Specialist
College Career Ready Academy - For Students with Mobility Disabilities
The New Jersey Chamber of Commerce Foundation, through the generous support of the Kessler Foundation, is offering a FREE workshop for high school students with mobility disabilities in July 2014.
This four-day summer experience will help make college-bound students with mobility disabilities ready for their futures in the competitive worlds of college admissions and employment.
Throughout the week, participants will be immersed in business simulation games, hear from college admissions officials, develop a plan for optimal high school outcomes, and earn credentials that will help build their résumés. In addition, and for the comfort of our participants, a semi-private stretching area will be available each day.
For more details, including how to register, please visit learndoearn.org.
Sandy Relief Modular Ramp Program
A message from the NJ Division of Disability Services
This program provides funding to replace, repair or build a modular ramp for any individual who required one at their Sandy impacted primary residence. In order for a person to qualify, they must have had a ramp that was damaged due to the storm and needs to be repaired or replaced; a ramp is needed in a home/apartment because an individual with a disability had to relocate due to the storm; or the existing ramp is no longer useful as their home had to be elevated to comply with new building codes.
ACI is now assisting with NJ Shares applications
We're pleased to announce that ACI is now doing NJ Shares applications!
For a family in need, many times all that is needed is a helping hand. NJ Shares can help households through a temporary financial downturn by providing assistance with utility bills can make the difference between a family sinking into poverty, or being able to weather the storm.
Visit NJShares.org or call Eulanda Brooks at 732-738-4388 ext. 124 and see how we can help you during these cold winter months!
UPDATE: Before applying for NJ Shares assistance, you must apply to Catholic Charities' TRUE program for assistance. If you are approved for the TRUE program, you do not need to apply for NJ Shares. If you are denied, you will then apply to NJ Shares and bring your rejection letter to the interview with you.
Catholic Charities can be contacted at 908-722-1881.
UPDATE 2: For more information on the TRUE Program, visit njpoweron.org or contact one of the numbers below.
- Affordable Housing Alliance 732-982-8710 - Eatontown
- Camden County OEO 856-964-1990 - Camden County
- Bergen County Cap 201-968-0200 ext. 7008 - Bergen County
- BEOF 201-437-7229 - Hudson County
- Catholic Charities 908-722-1881 - Somerset County
- Ocean I.N.C. 732-244-9041 ext 10 and 11 - Ocean County
- Puerto Rican Action Board 732-828-4541 - Middlesex County
ACI Donates Winter Coats to Lakewood's Tent City
Thank you everyone who donated coats and items to assist the residents at Tent City in Lakewood, NJ. They were very appreciative.
Winter Puzzle Night
ACI's Social Recreation Program recently held a January "Puzzle Night" of Winter Wonderland and Birds of Spring, this past Friday, January 17th. To honor the spirit of health and wellness, consumers had the chance to mingle, all while eating some fruit oatmeal and various holiday hot teas. Thanks everyone for coming out and joining us!
