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    May at the CAPE Resource Center
    Spring is in full bloom, and while the school year may be winding down, the CAPE Resource Center is here to continue supporting you and your family!
    This month, we’re offering a great lineup of informative webinars and support groups for families of children with disabilities:
    🌟 Webinar Series:
    • Guardianship: What You Need to Know (Part 1 & 2) — Join us for this important two-part series, designed to guide families through the guardianship process and help you make informed decisions for your child’s future.
    • Executive Functioning: Strategies for Success — Learn practical tools and strategies to support children and young adults in building executive functioning skills for home, school, and life.
    🗓️ Parent Support Groups:
    • May 8th & May 13th — A welcoming space for parents and caregivers of children with disabilities to connect, share, and find support from others who truly understand.
    Even as summer approaches, the CAPE Center remains committed to helping families access the resources, information, and connections they need. Don’t hesitate to reach out — we’re here for you!
    Visit our events page or contact us to learn more and register.
    Warm regards,

    Nicole Fried

    201-343-6000 x4067

    nicfrie@bergen.org

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

    2nd Tuesday of each month from September through July

    DATE:  06/10/2025

                 07/08/2025

     

    TIME:  7:30 PM

    FACILITATOR:  Lauren Lavelle

    To attend these Zoom meetings, please register at https://bergen.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMpduigrzgrGdQvb39g0xdF8Hv33hteAJq8

     

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

    2nd Thursday of each month from September through July

    DATE:  06/12/2025

                 07/10/2025

            

    TIME:   7:30 PM

    FACILITATOR:  Lauren Lavelle 

    To attend these Zoom meetings, please register at https://bergen.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtceGuqj0uGdVnvd2CROFGZTFVSQbDzQu2

     

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    Parents and Caregivers Email Signup Form

    To join our email list for more information about our future workshops, please sign-up HERE - 

    https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/V9b5SEg/parentssignup

     

    To join our professionals email list, please sign-up HERE - 

    https://lp.constantcontact.com/su/V9YQjLY/professionalsemaillist

     

    Visit our website - BCSS Cape Center

     

    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 nicfrie@bergen.org. 

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

    Nicole Fried, Supervisor, 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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