Community Supports Network

Community Supports Network CSN provides Support Services to adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.

Started in 2017 CSN is a Provider of Individualized Supports to those with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Planning for the future can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone 💙If you have an adult loved one with dis...
03/27/2026

Planning for the future can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone 💙

If you have an adult loved one with disabilities, join us at the Northern NJ Regional Transition Fair to learn about available supports, resources, and opportunities in your community.
From employment to residential services, this event is all about helping families feel informed, supported, and connected.
We’d love to see you there.

Details here: https://www.yourcsn.com/event-directory/

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03/26/2026

What does support actually look like day to day?
It looks like grocery shopping with confidence.
It looks like going to the gym and building routine.
It looks like saying hello, ordering a coffee, and feeling part of your community.
At Community Supports Network (CSN), community-based supports happen in real-life moments—because that’s where meaningful growth begins.
In our latest blog, we’re taking you inside a typical day to show how independence, confidence, and connection are built one step at a time.
Because sometimes, the biggest progress starts with the smallest moments.
Read more at the link in bio.

03/24/2026

Happy birthday to our client Amber! We love celebrating the amazing individuals we service every day! We hope you had a magical bday!

✨ Employee of the Month: Zakerie Parker ✨In less than a year, Zakerie has already made an incredible impact at Community...
03/17/2026

✨ Employee of the Month: Zakerie Parker ✨
In less than a year, Zakerie has already made an incredible impact at Community Supports Network—and we couldn’t be more grateful to have her on our team.
From her start as a Direct Support Professional to her current role in Compliance, Zakerie has embraced every opportunity to grow while continuing to uplift those around her. She leads with compassion, confidence, and a true commitment to helping individuals feel empowered, respected, and supported.
Zakerie takes pride in “pouring confidence” into the people she serves—and it shows in everything she does. Whether she’s working directly with individuals or supporting behind the scenes, she brings a thoughtful, understanding approach to every role.
With 13 years of experience as a sous chef, Zakerie also brings strong leadership, organization, and multitasking skills that make her an invaluable part of our team.
Zakerie, thank you for the heart, dedication, and positivity you bring to CSN every day. 💙
👏 Join us in congratulating our March Employee of the Month!

03/16/2026

This past Saturday, Community Supports Network had a wonderful time participating in the Disability Resource Fair at the Wayne Community Center. 💙💗💛💚

Events like this are so important because they bring families, organizations, and advocates together to share resources, build connections, and strengthen support for individuals with disabilities in our community.
We loved meeting so many families, answering questions about CSN’s programs and services, and connecting with other organizations that are doing incredible work to promote inclusion and opportunity.
Thank you to the Wayne Community Center for hosting such a meaningful event and to everyone who stopped by to say hello!

Advocacy plays a powerful role in creating more inclusive communities for individuals with disabilities. While national ...
03/13/2026

Advocacy plays a powerful role in creating more inclusive communities for individuals with disabilities. While national initiatives and policy changes often receive the spotlight, some of the most meaningful advocacy happens in everyday moments.
When families ask questions, share resources, encourage inclusion, and support their loved ones in speaking up for themselves, they are helping create opportunities and understanding in schools, workplaces, and communities.
At Community Supports Network (CSN), we believe families are some of the strongest advocates in the disability community. These everyday actions—big and small—help ensure individuals with disabilities have access to the support, independence, and opportunities they deserve.
In our latest blog, we explore what advocacy really means and how families can continue making a difference through everyday advocacy.
🔗 Read the full blog post here: https://www.yourcsn.com/advice-and-tips/how-families-can-advocate-for-their-loved-ones-with-disabilities/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social

If you have an adult loved one with disabilities and are wondering what comes next, this event is for you. 💙Join Communi...
03/11/2026

If you have an adult loved one with disabilities and are wondering what comes next, this event is for you. 💙
Join Community Supports Network at the NJSEAA/DVRS Bergen County Transition Fair to learn about the resources, services, and opportunities available for adults with disabilities.
Families will have the opportunity to explore:
✨ Individual and community supports
✨ DVR employment opportunities
✨ Residential placement options
✨ Local resources that help individuals build independence and thrive
These events are a great way to ask questions, connect with providers, and better understand the path forward for your loved one.
📅 Wednesday, March 18
⏰ 6–8 PM
📍 Paramus High School
99 E Century Road
Paramus, NJ
We hope to see you there!
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If you have an adult loved one with special needs, this event is for you. 💙Community Supports Network is excited to be p...
03/10/2026

If you have an adult loved one with special needs, this event is for you. 💙
Community Supports Network is excited to be participating in the Wayne Township Disability Expo, where families can connect with local providers, learn about resources, and explore opportunities that support independence and community inclusion.
Stop by to learn more about:
✨ Individual and community supports
✨ Employment opportunities through DVR
✨ Residential placement options
✨ Services that help individuals thrive
📍 Wayne Township Community Center
📅 Saturday, March 14th
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
We’d love to meet you, answer your questions, and help connect you with the resources you need.


Learn more here! https://www.yourcsn.com/event-directory/

March is a powerful month for disability advocacy.From Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month to World Down Syndrome...
03/09/2026

March is a powerful month for disability advocacy.
From Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month to World Down Syndrome Day, National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day, and International Women’s Day, this month highlights the voices, achievements, and experiences of individuals within the disability community.
But awareness is only the beginning.
Advocacy becomes meaningful when it leads to action — in our communities, workplaces, schools, and everyday conversations.
In our latest blog post, we explore why these advocacy days matter and share simple ways individuals, families, and professionals can get involved and support a more inclusive world.
Because building inclusive communities takes all of us.
Read the full blog at the link in our bio.

Safety matters. But so does growth.In disability services, one of the most important — and often misunderstood — princip...
03/03/2026

Safety matters. But so does growth.
In disability services, one of the most important — and often misunderstood — principles is the dignity of risk.
Every person has the right to:
• Try new things
• Make personal decisions
• Pursue meaningful goals
• Learn from mistakes
• Experience independence
Risk is part of being human. And when support is truly person-centered, we don’t eliminate risk entirely — we manage it thoughtfully.
There’s a difference between protecting someone and controlling them.
At Community Supports Network, we believe in replacing “no” with “how.”
How can we make this safe?
How can we prepare for this step?
How can we support independence responsibly?
Because independence isn’t the absence of risk.
It’s the presence of opportunity.
Read more on the blog: https://www.yourcsn.com/individual-and-community-based-supports/understanding-the-dignity-of-risk-in-disability-service?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social

When families choose a disability service provider, they are placing enormous trust in that organization.Trust that comm...
02/24/2026

When families choose a disability service provider, they are placing enormous trust in that organization.
Trust that communication will be respectful.
Trust that safety will be prioritized.
Trust that goals will be supported with professionalism and care.
What many don’t see behind the scenes?
Ongoing staff training.
Disability support is skilled work. It requires knowledge, adaptability, emotional intelligence, and a deep understanding of person-centered practices. Effective support isn’t improvised — it’s learned, practiced, and continuously refined.
At Community Supports Network, training isn’t a one-time requirement. It’s a continuous investment in quality, safety, and dignity.
Because when staff grow professionally, individuals benefit personally.
High-quality disability services don’t happen by chance.
They happen by design.
Read more about why staff training matters on the blog: https://www.yourcsn.com/training-workshops/why-staff-training-matters-in-disability-services/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social

02/20/2026

Today we’re celebrating the leader behind Community Supports Network — our CEO, Ted Mayer.

We asked our team one simple question:
“Why do you love working with Ted?”

The answers say everything.

Leadership isn’t about titles — it’s about impact. And at CSN, that impact is felt every single day in the way we support one another and the individuals we serve.

Happy Birthday, Ted. Thank you for leading with integrity, vision, and heart. 🎉

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Montville, NJ
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Started in 2017 CSN is a Provider of Individualized Supports to those with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Our story is a modest one. After working in the Industry for several years, we decided it was time to incorporate much of what we learned into practicum. Working closely with families allowed us to see how other Service Providers spent little to no time assessing the needs of the Individual Consumer often just sending the next available Caregiver to fill a need. At Community Supports Network we decided to use a different approach first and foremost assessing need and then painstakingly selecting the right individual from our vast Network of talented Mentors /Aides. Once selected, we would match personality along with skill set to our Consumers schedule. This allows us to boast an incredible less than 2% overall staff turnover! To schedule an appointment with one of our Direct Support Supervisors, call us today at 201 919-3211 and ask to speak with a Staffing Coordinator.