In this post, Easterseals New Jersey has invited Margaret Spaziani, Esq. to speak about the benefits of becoming the guardian of an adult child with a disability. Ms. Spaziani is an attorney with the firm Giordano, Halleran, & Ciesla and an expert in these complicated legal matters. Guardianship can provide many protections
On Art & Disability
The art world has a long history of people with disabilities excelling in extraordinary ways, such as Beethoven (hearing impaired), Leonardo da Vinci (dyslexic), Van Gogh (mentally ill), and Matisse (visually impaired). Their accomplishments have earned them a permanent place in our history books. Their disabilities presented them with certain challenges in their daily experience and
Terrific Thanksgiving Tips – Safety, Gratitude, & Inclusion
Thanksgiving is here and we want to share a few holiday safety tips so you can enjoy a safe and fun holiday. It is also a time to reflect on the things you are grateful for and ensure that all can partake in this family-themed holiday. Read on to hear from our staff and a parent of one of our program participants.
Halloween Without the Scary Price Tag
by Shruthi Srinivas
Costume Woes to Wins
Halloween is almost here and everyone wants to be part of the spooky fun. But the toughest part is finding the perfect costume for a reasonable price. As a person with a disability, this can be doubly difficult as some of the cheaper costumes on the market may not be the best for your body type or may end up causing sensory distress. So how do you get around the costs this Halloween? Make your own costume!
Independence Through Employment
Paychecks, not Pity
The subject of employment for peo
ple with disabilities took the national stage on September 21, 2016 when the democratic presidential candidate, Hillary Clinton, reached out to voters with disabilities in a campaign speech in Orlando, Florida.
It’s Time to Think Differently About Disability
The “Look” of Disability
The word disability inspires a wide variety of images. Wheelchairs. Prosthetics. White-tipped canes. The problem with these images, however, is that they only represent a fraction of this diverse and nuanced concept. So, what’s the alternative?
Choosing a Support Coordination Agency – What You Need to Know
by Erin Jerome
Support Coordination: Failing to Plan is Planning to Fail
Last year, we talked about how to find the best support coordinator in New Jersey. In order to find these coordinators, however, you will have to first approach a support coordination agency. When receiving
Quick Tips for Accessible Higher Education
Apply Yourself!
By Elise Giacobbe
The college application process is stressful, frustrating and time-consuming for everyone. When you need to dig deeper into your research aside from major, location and the price of higher education, that is when things can get challenging. Research for families of people with disabilities and special needs doubles, if not triples. When selecting a school, you must carefully consider
Employment and Disability: New Jersey at Work
by Erin Jerome
Employment First for People with Disabilities
It has been four years since Governor Chris Christie announced New Jersey’s involvement with Employment First, a national movement aiming to make integrated employment a priority for people of all abilities. As new policies and programs are rolled out to make jobs more accessible, we are challenged to approach new opportunities with a marked change in philosophy: that people with disabilities
Accessible Vacation Destinations? You Know it!
Everyone Deserves a Vacation
by Elise Giacobbe
Summer is here and the thought crossing everyone’s mind is, “I need a vacation.” We’re all ready to get away and enjoy some well-deserved relaxation. However, before you pack your bags, you may need to make some preparations if you are taking a trip with someone who may have special needs. Many important questions need to be answered: will medical needs be available? Is the area accessible? Will we have fun?
