BEINEINU NEWS & NOTES

April 12, 2018

USA

Board of Ed Guide For Parents With Disabilities---New York City has published a new guidebook for parents and guardians with disabilities. This guide describes accommodations for parents and guardians with disabilities as they navigate their child’s school experience. It provides information on accommodations and accessible materials, and will provide information on school accessibility, accessible travel options and opportunities for parent engagement. See http://schools.nyc.gov/NR/rdonlyres/7B83C36D-9662-4FE4-953B-765F60DF173F/0/Family_Guide_For_Parents_and_Guardians_with_Disabilities_FINAL.pdf 

Retreat for Frum Women with Crohn’s or Ulcerative Colitis---The Jewish Chron’s and Colitis Support Group is sponsoring a retreat for frum Jewish women living with Crohn’s or ulcerative colitis on June 10-12 2008 in Monroe NY. Join other women for a redemptive, healing experience while learning more about prevention and health. For more information contact JCCSG at 347-829-5227, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

JCCSG is expanding their support network to benefit men with these diseases as well as create a branch for parents of children with Crohn’s and Colitis. If you or someone you know is interested in future retreats and available support options, please email them at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or call 718-63-JCCSG (718-635-2274).

NJ Camp funding 2018---The New Jersey DDD has published its information sheet for 2018 camp funding. The deadline for applications is May 7, 2018. For more information see http://www.nj.gov/humanservices/ddd/documents/camp-funding-assistance-2018.pdf. Please note: the Division’s transition to a Fee-for-Service system is expected to be fully implemented by June 2019. Therefore, it is currently anticipated that Family Support camp funding assistance will be discontinued after the 2018 camp season; and, beginning in 2019, all camp funding will come through the individual’s fee-for-service budget.

Son-Rise Program---the Son-Rise program for children with autism and related issues will be presenting in Monsey from April 23-27. For more information contact 845-263-4314 or 845-637-9986. To hear an introductory lecture about the program call 718-506-9057 prompt 6 4 4.