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Advocating for our member agencies as they provide quality supports and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

When Utility Costs Rise, Services Feel It Too Eve

When Utility Costs Rise, Services Feel It Too

Everyone is feeling the impact of higher electric bills, and community providers are no exception.

Providers rely on electricity every day to operate residential homes, day programs, transportation services, technology systems, health and safety equipment, refrigeration for medications, and comfortable living environments for the people they support.

As electric rates continue to increase, providers are forced to absorb higher operating costs while working to maintain the quality services that individuals and families depend on.

A 3% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) helps ensure that essential community-based supports remain strong, stable, and available for thousands of New Jersey residents with disabilities.

Please support this effort by contacting your elected officials and asking them to support a 3% COLA for IDD community services.

➡️ View the **Take Action** link in our bio to learn how you can help.

Together, we can help protect the services that individuals and families rely on every day.

#NJACPFY27 #IDDAdvocacy #NJACP #IDDCommunity

🏛️ WIN: ADVOCACY DAY AT THE STATE HOUSE! Today, N

🏛️ WIN: ADVOCACY DAY AT THE STATE HOUSE!

Today, NJACP members are meeting with legislators at the State House to share why a 3% COLA increase in the FY27 budget for IDD services is critical to sustaining the community-based supports that thousands of individuals and families across New Jersey rely on every day.

Nothing is more powerful than hearing directly from people with lived experience, the professionals who provide support, and the individuals and families who depend on these services. Those important conversations are happening today.

⚠️ THE CHALLENGE: RISING COSTS. PROVIDERS STRETCHED THIN. SERVICES AT RISK.

IDD providers continue to face increasing costs for workforce, insurance, transportation, compliance, utilities, food, and daily operations. At the same time, funding uncertainty makes it increasingly difficult to responsibly plan for the future and maintain the quality supports individuals and families deserve.

Providers are not asking for excess in FY27—they are asking for stability.

📣 TAKE ACTION: Your voice matters. Help support a 3% COLA increase for IDD services.
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⭐ FORWARD FOCUS: CELEBRATING ACHIEVEMENT AT STARS!

On June 9, NJACP will host STARS!, our premier celebration recognizing the achievements, talents, and contributions of the incredible individuals our member agencies are privileged to support.

From employment and volunteerism to advocacy, leadership, creativity, and community engagement, STARS shines a spotlight on individuals with IDD who make a difference every day.

📅 June 9 🕓 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM 📍 The Ambassador, Trenton, NJ
Join us for an evening of inspiration, connection, and celebration.

🎟️ Registration Information: 🔗 Link in Bio

Thank you for reading, supporting, and taking action to make an impact. @libbyvinson5

#NJACP #NJACPFY27 #IDDCommunity

NJACP is fortunate to be guided by an exceptional

NJACP is fortunate to be guided by an exceptional Board of Directors made up of dedicated, forward-thinking leaders from across New Jersey’s provider community.

Last week, the Board came together for a day-and-a-half strategic planning retreat to help shape NJACP’s priorities for the next three years. Through collaboration, vision, and thoughtful discussion, Board members focused on positioning the Association to strengthen advocacy, enhance member value, and expand the resources and support providers need to meet the growing needs of individuals with IDD.

We are grateful for their leadership and excited about the future we are building together. #NJACP #BetterTogether

Board Members Pictured: Board Chair Lisa Kubisiak, REM New Jersey; Vice Chair Elizabeth Drobit-Blair, @qualitymgmtassociates Past President Joanna Miller, DPD, Catholic Charities, Diocese of Paterson; Treasurer Diane Hutton-Rose, @21_plus_insta Secretary Jennifer Rector, @everas_community Terry McKeon, Avidd Community Services; Audrey Winkler, @jespyhouseinc Carolyn Suero, @alternativesraritan Michelle Habingreither, @bancroftorg Kathie Joyce-Medvitz, @njidnews @libbyvinson5 @njproviders

Closing out May reflecting on all the wonderful op

Closing out May reflecting on all the wonderful opportunities of connection and collaboration at #NJACP From advocacy at the @njdeptofhumanservices Assembly & Senate Budget Hearings to hearing directly from NJ Department of Human Services Commissioner Stephen Cha & Deputy Commissioner Kaylee McGuire at NJACP’s Membership Meeting last week, members came together to learn, advocate, network, and elevate the needs of individuals with IDD.

Next up—Advocacy Day at the NJ State House this Monday, June 1! Team #NJACP looks forward to seeing you there and joining together to tell legislators why 3% COLA increase in FY27 for IDD services is essential. #njacpfy27 #bettertogether

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