Let's Talk: Conversations with The Arc of NJ Family Institute

Podcast by The Arc of New Jersey Family Institute focusing on issues and concerns of families caring for a child or adult with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Kaleidoscope Therapy ABA 08/03/2022

Kaleidoscope Therapy ABA /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/23945955

Avail® by CentralReach 07/12/2022

Avail® by CentralReach /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/23720138

Spectrum360 05/09/2022

Spectrum360 /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/23055407

Mastermind Behavior 05/09/2022

Mastermind Behavior /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/23054168

The Groove Room,LLC 05/09/2022

The Groove Room,LLC /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/23054144

Tell Us About Down Syndrome 04/21/2022

Tell Us About Down Syndrome This episode features a conversation about Down Syndrome with Dr. Melissa Burgos, President of the Down Syndrome Association of Central New Jersey. /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/22872302

Tell Us About... Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) 04/15/2022

Tell Us About... Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) This episode features a conversation about Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) and the different resources available for families who have a child with PWS. We were joined by Paige Rivard, CEO of the Prader-Willi Syndrome Association of the United States (PWSA-USA), and Dorothea Lantz, PWSA-USA's Community Engagement Specialist. /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/22806953

Tell Us About the Autism Spectrum 04/06/2022

Tell Us About the Autism Spectrum This episode features a conversation with Dr. Suzanne Buchanan, Executive Director of Autism New Jersey. /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/22704923

Circle Care Services 03/23/2022

Circle Care Services /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/21685397

Bright Achievements 03/23/2022

Bright Achievements /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/22547846

Interactive Kids 03/23/2022

Interactive Kids /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/22547798

Blue Light Music Program 03/23/2022

Blue Light Music Program /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/22547768

Proud Moments 03/23/2022

Proud Moments /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/22547714

Tell us About Tourette Syndrome 01/07/2022

Tell us About Tourette Syndrome This episode features a conversation with Charlotte and Sam Regen. Charlotte and Sam are a mother and son who have been active members of the New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome for the past 10 years. Charlotte and Sam are both advocates for people with TS, and raise awareness through public speaking and community outreach events. Sam also received the Youth Advocate of the Year award in 2021. /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/21707510

Tell Us About Rett Syndrome 01/07/2022

Tell Us About Rett Syndrome This episode features a conversation with Gerard and Judy Saydah, board members of the New Jersey Rett Syndrome Association and members of the advisory board of the Program for Research and Support for Rett Syndrome at Monmouth University. /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/21707309

Tell Us About Fragile X 01/07/2022

Tell Us About Fragile X This episode features a conversation with Cara Capela, Leader of the New Jersey Chapter of the National Fragile X Foundation. /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/21707168

Tell Us About Cerebral Palsy 01/07/2022

Tell Us About Cerebral Palsy This episode features a conversation with Steve Pasterick, a physical therapist from Pillar Care Continuum(formerly CPNJ) with over 20 years of experience at Pillar Elementary School. /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/21706910

Tell Us About Asperger Syndrome 01/07/2022

Tell Us About Asperger Syndrome This episode features a conversation with Lori Shery, President and Founder of the Asperger/Autism Spectrum Education Network (ASPEN). /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/21706751

10 in 10 Series: Keeping Independence Services & Supports (KISS) 08/05/2021

10 in 10 Series: Keeping Independence Services & Supports (KISS) This episode features an interview with Laura Tiefenthaler, Senior Support Coordinator for KISS. /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/20043914

Sharing Perspectives: Joyce Salzberg 06/18/2021

Sharing Perspectives: Joyce Salzberg Joyce Salzberg is the CEO and Co-Founder of Sunny Days Early Childhood Development Services.Ms. Salzberg has over 40 years of experience in the fields of healthcare and developmental disabilities, and she is the longest-serving member of New Jersey's State Interagency Coordinating Council (SICC) and is currently the Acting Chair. Ms. Salzberg co-founded Sunny Days in 1994 and is jointly responsible for overseeing all operations of the agency. Prior to co-founding Sunny Days, she held a variety of positions in the field of developmental disabilities, including Associate Executive Director of United Cerebral Palsy of New Jersey, in which she oversaw its early intervention programs. Ms. Salzberg has been an SICC member since 1998 and has chaired several sub-committees. In addition, she has served on numerous charitable boards, oversight committees and industry advocacy groups. She holds a BA and MSW from Temple University, where she has been honored as a Distinguished Alumnus and was inducted into the Gallery of Success in 2011. Ms. Salzberg was also inducted into Temple University's Hall of Fame of Women Entrepreneurs in 2013. /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/19525265

10 in 10 Series: NJ Support Services 05/13/2021

10 in 10 Series: NJ Support Services This episode features an interview with Justine Brancato, Co-Owner and Support Coordinator Supervisor of NJ Support Services. /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/19095071

10 in 10 Series: Aspire Supports 05/13/2021

10 in 10 Series: Aspire Supports This episode features an interview with Karl Venescar, CEO of Aspire Supports. /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/19094933

Sharing Perspectives: Sarah White (Parent) 04/15/2021

Sharing Perspectives: Sarah White (Parent) This episode of Sharing Perspectives features an interview with Sarah White, the parent of a child who is currently receiving services through Early Intervention. /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/18742436

Episode 4: Interview with Kathleen Hinnigan-Cohen, Chief Operating Officer at The Arc of Essex County 02/02/2021

Episode 4: Interview with Kathleen Hinnigan-Cohen, Chief Operating Officer at The Arc of Essex County Our newest episode features an interview with Kathleen Hinnigan-Cohen, Chief Operating Officer at The Arc of Essex County. During this interview, we discuss the barriers that prevent families from accessing EI services, and the effect it has on a child's future. Kathy also walks us through some of the major changes in EI's history, including the transition from center-based to in-home services. The New Jersey State Interagency Coordinating Council (SICC) has a unique role in the New Jersey Early Intervention system. Kathy explains how the committee functions, and tells us about her recent appointment to the council. /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/17792507

Episode 3: Interview with Janice Rudnick, a Child Development Specialist with The Arc of Bergen and Passaic Counties 01/11/2021

Episode 3: Interview with Janice Rudnick, a Child Development Specialist with The Arc of Bergen and Passaic Counties Our third episode of Sharing Perspectives features an interview with Janice Rudnick, a Child Development Specialist with The Arc of Bergen and Passaic Counties. In this episode, we discuss the qualifications of practitioners, types of services available for EI, and ways to create a more seamless transition at age 3. The listener has the opportunity to hear about creating Individualized Family Service Plans and the importance of family members, from a practitioner's point of view. /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/17504729

Episode 2: Interview with Eileen Mastricova, Senior Director of Children's Services at The Arc of Union 12/16/2020

Episode 2: Interview with Eileen Mastricova, Senior Director of Children's Services at The Arc of Union In our second episode of Sharing Perspectives, we interviewed Eileen Mastricova, Senior Director of Children's Services for The Arc of Union County. Eileen walked us through the steps of an evaluation and talked about how children receiving Early Intervention have responded to services during the COVID-19 pandemic. Eileen discussed the benefits of EI for family structure and siblings and recommended ways to create a smooth transition when a child turns three. With her ten years of experience at The Arc of Union County, Eileen also shared how EI has evolved to where it is today. /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/17219951

Episode 1: Interview with Dr. Susan Evans, Acting State Coordinator for the New Jersey Early Intervention System 11/09/2020

Episode 1: Interview with Dr. Susan Evans, Acting State Coordinator for the New Jersey Early Intervention System /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/16739213

Spectrum Care Management and Counseling 03/04/2020

Spectrum Care Management and Counseling In today's podcast we speak with Spectrum Care Management and Counseling. 973.530.4155 Counties Served: Atlantic, Burlington, Cape May, Camden, Cumberland, Gloucester, Mercer, Monmouth, Ocean, Salem Languages Accommodated: English /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/13411943

Ability Advocates of New Jersey 03/04/2020

Ability Advocates of New Jersey In today's podcast we speak with Ability Advocates Of New Jersey, LLC. 1.800.995.0664 [email protected] Counties Served: Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Salem Languages Accommodated: English /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/13411886

Parents Inc. 03/08/2019

Parents Inc. Cheryl Crick speaks with Siobhan Swepso Program Coordinator at , also known as Parents Inc. Parents Inc. is an evidence-based family strengthening program for any family seeking help and support. For more information, contact: Siobhan Swepson (609) 585-7666 /episode/index/show/arcnj/id/8929448

Let's Talk: Conversations with The Arc of NJ Family Institute

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