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A Message from the Director

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    Dear Families and Colleagues,

    It is with mixed emotions that I announce my retirement as Director of the BCSS CAPE Resource Center, effective January 1, 2024.  Serving as the Director of the BCSS CAPE Resource Center has been a privilege and an honor, and it is not without a sense of bittersweet reflection that I write to you today.  I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to the families, individuals with developmental disabilities and professionals who I have met over the last 15 years.

    Your unwavering support has been the cornerstone of the CAPE Center's success.  I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to have been part of your lives.  While I step into a new chapter, the CAPE Resource Center's commitment to its mission remains strong.  The dedicated staff will continue to serve with passion and integrity.

    Thank you for your trust, collaboration, and support.  I look forward to cheering on the CAPE Resource Center from the sidelines and remain a steadfast advocate for the rights and well-being of individuals with disabilities.

    With warmest regards,

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    To find out more about Cover All Kids, please visit this website https://nj.gov/coverallkids/.

    Thank you,

    Rick Hager
    Community Outreach Coordinator
    Office of Communications, Legislative and Public Affairs
    New Jersey Department of Children and Families (DCF)
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    Trenton, NJ 08625
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    Date:  Thursday, November 30, 2023

    Time:  7:00-8:30 pm

    Presenter:  Rutgers Community Living Education (CLEP)

                       Natalie Turner, BS, Director of Education and Training

                       Melanie McGackin, Senior Training and Consultation Specialist

                       Ann Martinelli, MADS, Training and Consultation Specialist

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    PARENT-TO-PARENT EXCHANGE MEETINGS - for Parents of Students under age 21 with Disabilities

    Date:  Tuesday, December 12, 2023

    Time:  7:30 pm

    Facilitator:  Lauren Lavelle

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    LET'S GET TOGETHER & TALK - for Parents of Adult Children age 21 and over with Disabilities

    Date:  Thursday, December 14, 2023

    Time:  7:30 pm

    Facilitator:  Lauren Lavelle

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    PARENT-TO-PARENT EXCHANGE MEETINGS - for Parents of Students under age 21 with Disabilities

    Date:  Tuesday, January 9, 2023

    Time:  7:30 pm

    Facilitator:  Lauren Lavelle

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    LET'S GET TOGETHER & TALK - for Parents of Adult Children age 21 and over with Disabilities

    Date:  Thursday, January 11, 2023

    Time:  7:30 pm

    Facilitator:  Lauren Lavelle

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    LET'S GET TOGETHER & TALK - for Parents of Adult Children age 21 and over with Disabilities

    Date:  Thursday, February 8, 2023

    Time:  7:30 pm

    Facilitator:  Lauren Lavelle

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    PARENT-TO-PARENT EXCHANGE MEETINGS - for Parents of Students under age 21 with Disabilities

    Date:  Tuesday, February 13, 2023

    Time:  7:30 pm

    Facilitator:  Lauren Lavelle

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    PARENT-TO-PARENT EXCHANGE MEETINGS - for Parents of Children under age 21 with Disabilities

    Date:  Tuesday, March 12, 2023

    Time:  7:30 pm

    Facilitator:  Lauren Lavelle

    To attend these Zoom meetings, please register at https://bergen.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvfuCqrTojG9CwWxp7NrAj21wUg01jIite

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    LET'S GET TOGETHER & TALK - for Parents of Adult Children age 21 and over with Disabilities

    Date:  Thursday, March 14, 2023

    Time:  7:30 pm

    Facilitator:  Lauren Lavelle

    To attend these Zoom meetings, please register at https://bergen.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZctcu-hrDIsHtykkGBKsmeh3iYi44W1mFe-

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    Hope to see you soon!!  Feel free to reach out to me at the BCSS CAPE Resource Center if you have any questions/concerns, etc.  201-343-6000 x 4067 or by email at linwie@bergen.org.

    All the best,

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BCSS CAPE Resource Center

  • The BCSS CAPE Resource Center serves as a...

    A hub for educators, community members and individuals living and working in and around Bergen County to locate services and resources for those with developmental and other disabilities;

    We offer...

    Resource Coordination/Information

    • Resource coordination includes intake as well as referral to the system of services and educational resources in Bergen County and the surrounding communities.
    • Educational materials, such as fact sheets, journal articles, publications, directories, etc., on topics related to people with disabilities;

    Educational Workshops (Areas of interest include…)

    • Transition Planning
    • Parenting Skills
    • Guardianship/Estate Planning/Special Needs Trusts
    • Housing Options
    • Monthly Parent Support Groups
      • Monthly Parent Support Group for parents/caregivers with youth 14 yrs. and older

    Linda Wieseneck, Director, is available to answer questions and to provide consultation and support regarding special services and community resource options.  Follow up ensures quality of services.


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