Children with disabilities below the age of three can obtain services through the New Jersey’s Early Intervention System. The publication linked below is intended to assist and inform families of infants and toddlers interested in obtaining services from the Early Intervention System.
Early Intervention FAQ Publication: Updated December 2022
New Jersey Preschool Guide – English Version
New Jersey Preschool Guide – Spanish Version: Updated March 2021f
Life After High School
Transition planning and services to prepare students for life after high school are important components of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. This checklist serves as a guide to transition services.
https://disabilityrightsnj.org/wp-content/uploads/SPED-transition-chart-flyer.pdf
Student-Earned Income
Social Security has several important work incentives that allow eligible people with disabilities to test their ability to work. One of these work incentives is the Student Earned Income Exclusion.
If you receive SSI, are under age 22, go to school or regularly attend a training program and you want to work, we encourage you to check out this self-advocacy resource.
https://disabilityrightsnj.org/wp-content/uploads/Student-Earned-Income-Exclusion-SEIE.pdf