In New Jersey, several organizations provide resources, training, and support to help reduce the use of seclusion and restraint for students with disabilities. Here are some key organizations:
New Jersey Coalition for Inclusive Education (NJCIE) – Provides training and resources focused on inclusive education practices.
Click here: https://www.njcie.org/
Disability Rights New Jersey (DRNJ) – Offers advocacy and support for individuals with disabilities, including resources on restraint and seclusion.
Click here: https://disabilityrightsnj.org/
New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) – Provides guidelines, resources, and training materials for schools regarding the proper use of seclusion and restraint.
Click here: https://www.nj.gov/education/
The Arc of New Jersey – Offers support and advocacy for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including training on positive behavior supports.
Click here: https://www.arcnj.org/
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network – Supports parents and families of children with disabilities, providing resources and workshops on navigating the education system.
Click here: https://spanadvocacy.org/
National Alliance on Mental Illness New Jersey (NAMI NJ) – Provides education and support for families dealing with mental health challenges, including training for school personnel.
Click here: https://naminj.org/
Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care – Offers training programs and resources related to mental health and behavioral management in schools.
Click here: https://ubhc.rutgers.edu/
The Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities – Offers various resources and supports aimed at reducing the use of seclusion and restraint in schools in New Jersey including:
- Training and Professional Development for educators and school staff on positive behavior support strategies, crisis intervention, and de-escalation techniques.
- Consultation Services to schools and districts to help them implement best practices in behavior management and create supportive learning environments.
- Resources and Publications that outline effective strategies for supporting students with disabilities, emphasizing the importance of positive behavioral interventions.
- Workshops and Community Events for parents and educators to raise awareness about the issues surrounding seclusion and restraint, promoting collaboration and communication between families and schools.
Click here: https://boggscenter.rwjms.rutgers.edu/
The New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities (NJCDD) – Provides advocacy and policy support, engaging advocacy efforts aimed at influencing policies related to the treatment of students with disabilities in educational settings.
Click here: https://njcdd.org/
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