Mitchel Baum 10/28/24 Mitchel Baum 10/28/24

Our 2024 Autism NJ Conference Recap

It was exciting to hear about the new progress in interactive technologies related to autism and to gain a deeper understanding of the medical influences tied to severe and challenging behaviors. It was also great to see leaders in the field presenting the evolution of ABA and the collaboration between multidisciplinary teams. Additionally, it was encouraging to learn about the progress made in partnering with healthcare providers and law enforcement in the state of NJ.

Mitchel Baum 10/18/24 Mitchel Baum 10/18/24

The CSH–RUCARES Severe Behavior Program

This morning NCSA-NJ visited the CSH–RUCARES Severe Behavior Program, and the co-located feeding clinic. It was great touring their facilities, speaking with their leadership team, and meeting the family of a client. Our net take-aways:

NJ is lucky to have a program like this. It is one of just a handful in the country.
Their work makes a real difference. It impacts not just in the lives of their clients but their parents and siblings as well…

Mitchel Baum 10/17/24 Mitchel Baum 10/17/24

Legislation Committee Update

During our 10.14 meeting the members of our Legislation Committee provided an important update on their work -- what bills they are focusing on, what they contain and why they matter. This is some of the most critical work being done by NCSA-NJ and we so appreciate the efforts of everyone on this committee. To review their update…

Mitchel Baum 10/15/24 Mitchel Baum 10/15/24

Recap & Action Items

Thank you to everyone who attended our 10.14 chapter meeting, and especially those who presented. Here’s a quick recap of the discussion and action items coming out of that session.

Mitchel Baum 10/8/24 Mitchel Baum 10/8/24

Severe autism, frantic families

Thank you NJ.com reporter Sunan K. Livio for another insightful article about issues facing families impacted by severe autism, this one featuring a quote by NCSA-NJ Chair Pat Miller. Got to article...