New Jersey Association of Community Providers - NJACP

11/25/2025

Can you believe the new year is right around the corner? WE CAN! ‘s Luis Santiago and Colleen Klepser were onsite with our Strategic Partner eVero Outreach last week planning for 2026! We are thankful to have eVero part of our Strategic Partner Program – and we look forward to even more collaborative, exciting partnership opportunities in the year ahead!

A heartfelt thank you to Colleen Klepser and Luis Santiago from the New Jersey Association of Community Providers - NJACP for visiting us this week for a 2026 planning session. We’re honored that eVero Corporation is part of the Strategic Partner Program, and we look forward to accomplishing great things together in the year ahead!

11/24/2025

Interested in becoming a speaker or presenter at our 2026 Annual Conference coming up in March? Then what are you waiting for!

Presenter spots are now OPEN - you must submit a proposal by NEXT WEEK (December 1, 2025) if you would like to be a presenter/speaker. Details and the link to submit your proposals can be found at: https://njacp.org/2026-njacp-annual-conference/

NJACP's 2026 Statewide Conference is set to be held Thursday, March 12 & Friday, March 13, 2026 once again at Resorts Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City, NJ. De...

11/21/2025

WELCOME HOME – Congratulations to our member Department for Persons with Disabilities (DPD) of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Paterson on the grand re-opening of Murray House at a new location in Clifton, NJ. Murray House was the first group home for men and women with in the Garden State. Read more here:
https://beaconnj.org/njs-longest-running-group-home-opens-doors-at-new-location/ via The Beacon

11/20/2025

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Easterseals New Jersey is dedicated to enriching the lives of people living with disabilities and special needs, and those who care about them, by providing opportunities to live, learn, work and play in their communities.

For over 75 years in New Jersey, Easterseals has been changing the way the world defines and views disabilities with innovative programs and legislative advocacy. Learn more: https://nj.easterseals.com/

11/19/2025

Last week, Team ended the week on a high note – making connections and learning at The Supportive Housing Association of NJ's conference!

Special thanks to SHA Executive Director Kate Kelly and the entire SHA team for putting together a great day of collaboration and conversation focused on policies to advance, promote, and increase supportive housing opportunities across New Jersey.

11/18/2025

In this latest segment of "Libby's Perspective," NJACP CEO Libby Vinson shares her insights on how the community in New Jersey has evolved over the years and discusses the future of the industry.🎥WATCH: https://youtu.be/7gfe2ZJHb_s?si=5UH5prPcTbgF85f-

In this latest segment of "Libby's Perspective," NJACP CEO Libby Vinson examines the complex challenges faced in the community and delves into how we ca...

11/17/2025

Recently, had the opportunity to be onsite with our amazing member JSDD - Jewish Service for the Developmentally Disabled – a community leader in the work of creating spaces and opportunities for adults with so that they may live, learn and grow to their fullest potential.

At JSDD, the expectations for quality extend far beyond what services and supports are available to an individual – it’s more about what life-fulfilling experiences are possible! NJACP’s CEO Libby Vinson and Shanique Brittingham saw that philosophy put to action – everyday, JSDD’s leadership and staff work to show us that there are no limits to what is possible when we all work together!

11/14/2025

The NJACP Strategic Partner Program links companies offering products and/or services that could assist IDD service providers with improving the functionality of their organization. Today, we highlight Matthijssen Business Systems, a service-based company focused on delivering optimal solutions through clear communications and transparent processes. Learn more: https://www.mattnj.com/

11/14/2025

was so grateful to have the opportunity to visit with our member Wright Independent Life Options (WILO NJ)!

NJACP's CEO Libby Vinson and Shanique Brittingham saw firsthand the implementation of WILO NJ’s belief that providing individuals who have disabilities the skills and experiences to build confidence, promote community participation and foster inclusion is necessary for success – and a central part of their work and mission.

We thank WILO NJ (and their amazing residents!) for being such gracious hosts and sharing your services and programs with us!

11/10/2025

⭐️THAT'S A WRAP - Our 3rd Annual Executive Forum was a SUCCESS! ⭐️

We would like to thank all who attended today's event, as well as our expert moderators, panelists and speakers - especially Stephanie Ruhle, Terrance McDonald of New Jersey Monitor, Senator Andrew Zwicker and Assemblywoman Aura Dunn.

We would also like to once again recognize all of our 2025 Executive Forum sponsors - eVero , Beacon Specialized Living/ Beacon - New Jersey Inc, Bancroft, Elwyn, Oaks Integrated Care, JESPY House, Inc. & JSDD - Jewish Service for the Developmentally Disabled.

Thank you all for coming together today to help us get INFORMED, get INSIGHT and get INSPIRED!

11/10/2025

⭐️GET INSPIRED⭐️ – A huge THANK YOU to Stephanie Ruhle, NBC News Senior Business Analyst and host of MSNBC’s "The 11th Hour with Stephanie Ruhle," who headlined our 3rd Annual Executive Forum this morning!

Known for her business acumen and hard-hitting style, her original reporting brings humanity to her news coverage - we greatly appreciate her time with us this morning, valuable insights and shared perspectives!

11/10/2025

⭐️GET INSIGHT⭐️ – THANK YOU to Terrence McDonald, Editor of the New Jersey Monitor for providing expert analysis on New Jersey’s political landscape following last week's election results at this morning's 3rd Annual Executive Forum.

McDonald, a native New Jerseyan who has been a journalist for nearly 20 years, has covered everything from Trenton politics to the smallest of municipal squabbles. We thank him for his expert analysis and extremely valuable insights, as he shared what shifts at the State House could signal for the upcoming midterm Congressional elections.