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Progressive Center for Independent Living NJ

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Progressive Center for Independent Living NJ

Serving Mercer, Hunterdon & Somerset Counties, NJ.

We support people with disabilities and caregivers through programs like Drive-Ability, NJ SNAP, Support Coordination (DDD), peer groups, Mental Heath First Aid training & more. We offer services in self-advocacy, independent living skills, resources, Emergency Preparedness programs, Transition Services for teens and young adults, disability awareness training, and recreational/social program for Mercer, Somerset, and Hunterdon county in New Jersey.

04/21/2026

We were proud to be part of Autism Awareness Day this past Saturday in Hamilton Township, NJ!

Thank you to Hamilton Township Police Department and Full Spectrum Therapy for hosting such a meaningful community event. Our team from the Progressive Center for Independent Living (PCIL) connected with families, shared resources, and had great conversations with community members supporting people with disabilities in Mercer County, New Jersey.

A special highlight of the day—meeting a therapy dog and her handler from the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office, who stopped by to spread some smiles and comfort 💙

Events like these remind us how important community connection, awareness, and inclusion are for people with disabilities and their families.

👉 Follow us to see more outreach moments and learn about programs supporting people with disabilities in Mercer County and Hunterdon County, NJ.

04/19/2026

We hope to see you at one of our upcoming events!

Our events are designed to remove barriers and create space for connection, learning, and fun for people with disabilities in Mercer County and Hunterdon County, New Jersey. All events are inclusive, disability inclusive, and open to members and non-members.

📅 Upcoming Events
🌐 Register at www.pcil.org/events

April 21 | Recognizing Stress
Mercer LTDL Peer Group
5:00 - 6:30 PM
PCIL Mercer Office, Hamilton, NJ
Register by April 20, 2026
Participants will learn to recognize stress in real-life situations through media examples and group discussion. This session focuses on recognizing stress and identifying healthy ways individuals can respond to challenges in their environment.

April 22 | Container Plants 101
R.E.C.C. of PCIL Hunterdon
Registration Closed

April 28 | Pickleball Night
Community Connections Recreation Group of PCIL Mercer
Registration Closed.

May 5 | What Fills My Cup?
LTDL Peer Group Mercer
5:00 - 6:30 PM
PCIL Mercer Office, Hamilton, NJ
Register by April 28 2026
Free
Join us for an interactive peer group where we explore energy, emotions, and simple ways to care for our mental wellness.

May 7 | Free Emergency Preparedness Training
6:00 - 7:30 PM
PCIL Mercer Office, Hamilton, NJ
Register by April 30, 2026
FREE - Limited to 30 participants.
This interactive 90-minute workshop is designed specifically for people with disabilities in New Jersey who want to strengthen their independence and feel confident during emergencies. Whether facing severe weather, power outages, medical emergencies, or community disasters, having a plan in place can make all the difference.

May 8 | Sunset Meditation at RVCC Planetarium
6:30 - 8:00 PM
RVCC Planetarium, 118 Lamington Rd, Branchburg, NJ
Register by May 1
Tickets $5
Join us at the RVCC Planetarium for a relaxing and mediative evening under the sunset!

May 11 | Mental Health Strategies
5:00 - 6:30 PM
PCIL Hunterdon Peer Group
Lebanon, NJ
Register by May 6
FREE
Come learn some helpful strategies to combat mental health issues with Hunterdon Peer Support Group!

May 19 | Feel It, Name It, Share It
LTDL Peer Group Mercer
5:00 - 6:30 PM
PCIL Mercer Office, Hamilton, NJ
Register by May 12
Free
What if understanding your emotions could help you feel more connected—not less? Join us for a supportive, interactive session where expressing yourself is encouraged and you’re reminded you’re not alone.

May 21 | Glow Paint Party
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Community Connections Mercer Recreation Group
Heart of Art: 2374 Nottingham Way, Hamilton, NJ 08619
Register by May 13
Tickets: $20 for PCIL Members, $40 for Non-Members
Join us for a Glow Into Summer experience at Heart of Art — a vibrant, immersive glow paint night designed for creativity, connection, and fun! Step into a spacious, double-story art studio filled with light projections, lasers, music, and glowing neon artwork that transforms the space into an immersive creative environment. You'll enjoy a guided glow-in-the-dark painting session along with interactive activities designed to keep the experience fun, engaging, and social.

💙 Proudly supporting people with disabilities across Mercer County and Hunterdon County, NJ.

Tag a friend you think would be interested in attending one of our events!

04/18/2026

Real conversations. Real growth. Real connection.

Our March Life Through Different Lenses (LTDL) Peer Support Group focused on setting boundaries—a powerful topic that sparked honest discussion, shared experiences, and practical takeaways. Under the leadership of our new facilitator, Jessica G., the group continues to create a welcoming space where people with disabilities can learn, reflect, and support one another across Mercer County, NJ.

Peer support groups like LTDL help build confidence, strengthen self-advocacy, and reduce isolation—because no one should have to navigate life alone.

Ready to join us?

Sign up for our upcoming April and May topics at pcil.org/events and be part of the conversation.

04/17/2026

Celebrating leadership, advocacy, and impact 💙

We are proud to recognize our Board Member, Lauren Agoratus, on receiving the 2026 Julie Beckett Policy Advocacy Award at the Family Voices Leadership Conference 2026.

Lauren’s work continues to shape policy and expand opportunities for children and youth with special health care needs—both here in New Jersey and across the country. From her leadership with Family Voices and SPAN Parent Advocacy Network, to her role as secretary on the board of the Progressive Center for Independent Living, Lauren’s dedication reflects the heart of our mission: creating more inclusive communities for people with disabilities in Mercer County, Hunterdon County, and beyond.

Her advocacy reminds us that real change happens when lived experience meets action—and we are honored to have her voice guiding our work.

Join us in congratulating Lauren on this well-deserved recognition 👏

04/16/2026

Preparedness in action at the Hunterdon Senior Center

We had a wonderful time leading our Pathways to Preparedness Emergency Preparedness Training, where participants learned how to plan ahead, stay informed, and build personalized strategies for safety—especially important for people with disabilities and older adults in Hunterdon County, NJ.

A highlight of the day—two lucky attendees went home with a free go-bag, ready to take the next step in their emergency preparedness journey.

Free training opportunities like this are made possible thanks to the Inclusive Healthy Communities Grant, helping us expand access to vital resources across Mercer County and Hunterdon County, New Jersey.

Want a training for your business or organization?

Reach out today to learn how you may qualify for a free training and help make your space more prepared and inclusive.

04/15/2026

Attention families in Mercer County - We have a unique opportunity for you! ☀️

The Sunshine Scholarship Program provides up to $400 per family to help youth with disabilities in Mercer County, NJ participate in meaningful summer enrichment activities.

📅 Applications due May 15
💻 Apply today: www.pcil.org/sunshinescholarship

Let’s make this a summer of opportunity for people with disabilities in our community.

Tag a friend who might be interested and help us spread the word!

04/14/2026

Struggling to make groceries stretch each month?
You’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it by yourself.

Bill is very serious about helping you! Our NJ SNAP Navigation Services help people with disabilities and community members across Mercer County and Hunterdon County, NJ understand their options, apply for benefits, and stay on track. From answering questions to guiding you through the application, our team is here to make the process simpler, clearer, and less overwhelming.

Access to food is essential—and support should be, too.

Need help getting started?
Reach out to PCIL today or visit pcil.org to learn more.

04/13/2026

Shake hands with the person behind the mission 🤝

We took a moment to slow down, connect, and share a few laughs—because behind every program, event, and service is a team that truly cares. At PCIL, we’re not just organized and passionate about our work—we’re a group of people who enjoy showing up for each other and for the communities we serve.

That energy carries into everything we do to support people with disabilities across Mercer County and Hunterdon County, NJ.

Want to work with a team that leads with heart and purpose? You’re in the right place.

04/12/2026

Check out our newly added Glow Paint Event at the end of May, plus all our other amazing events!

Our events are designed to remove barriers and create space for connection, learning, and fun for people with disabilities in Mercer County and Hunterdon County, New Jersey. All events are inclusive, disability-friendly, and open to members and non-members.

📅 Upcoming Events
🌐 Register at www.pcil.org/events

April 13 | Technology and Overuse of Screen Time
Hunterdon Peer Support Group
5:00–6:30 PM
FREE
PCIL Hunterdon Office, Lebanon, NJ
Register by April 8, 2026
Technology and screens are everywhere. Join us in discussing healthy use of technology and managing screen time with Hunterdon Peer Group

April 21 | Recognizing Stress
Mercer LTDL Peer Group
5:00 - 6:30 PM
PCIL Mercer Office, Hamilton, NJ
Register by April 20, 2026
Participants will learn to recognize stress in real-life situations through media examples and group discussion. This session focuses on recognizing stress and identifying healthy ways individuals can respond to challenges in their environment.

April 22 | Container Plants 101
R.E.C.C. of PCIL Hunterdon
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Country Garden Shed, Flemington, NJ
Register by April 15, 2026
$12 PCIl Members, $18 Non-Members
Join us at the Country Garden Shed in creating your choice of a container pot with herbs or Spring flowers under the guidance of an experienced landscape designer Kaitlyn.

April 28 | Pickleball Night
Community Connections Recreation Group of PCIL Mercer
5:00 - 6:30 PM
Pickleball Kingdom Hamilton, NJ
Register by April 17, 2026
$15 PCIl Members, $20 Non-Members
Come learn the latest craze to hit the US - pickleball!

May 5 | What Fills My Cup?
LTDL Peer Group Mercer
5:00 - 6:30 PM
PCIL Mercer Office, Hamilton, NJ
Register by April 28 2026
Free
Join us for an interactive peer group where we explore energy, emotions, and simple ways to care for our mental wellness.

May 7 | Free Emergency Preparedness Training
6:00 - 7:30 PM
PCIL Mercer Office, Hamilton, NJ
Register by April 30, 2026
FREE - Limited to 30 participants.
This interactive 90-minute workshop is designed specifically for people with disabilities in New Jersey who want to strengthen their independence and feel confident during emergencies. Whether facing severe weather, power outages, medical emergencies, or community disasters, having a plan in place can make all the difference.

May 8 | Sunset Meditation at RVCC Planetarium
6:30 - 8:00 PM
RVCC Planetarium, 118 Lamington Rd, Branchburg, NJ
Register by May 1
Tickets $5
Join us at the RVCC Planetarium for a relaxing and mediative evening under the sunset!

May 21 | Glow Paint Party
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Community Connections Mercer Recreation Group
Heart of Art: 2374 Nottingham Way, Hamilton, NJ 08619
Register by May 13
Tickets: $20 for PCIL Members, $40 for Non-Members
Join us for a Glow Into Summer experience at Heart of Art — a vibrant, immersive glow paint night designed for creativity, connection, and fun! Step into a spacious, double-story art studio filled with light projections, lasers, music, and glowing neon artwork that transforms the space into an immersive creative environment. You'll enjoy a guided glow-in-the-dark painting session along with interactive activities designed to keep the experience fun, engaging, and social.

💙 Proudly supporting people with disabilities across Mercer County and Hunterdon County, NJ.

Tag a friend you think would be interested in attending one of our events!

04/11/2026

When transportation is a barrier, opportunities can be missed—but it doesn’t have to stay that way.

Drive-Ability helps people with disabilities across Mercer County and Hunterdon County, NJ prepare for the NJ permit test with the support, structure, and strategies needed to succeed. Because access to transportation can mean access to employment, education, and greater independence—whatever that looks like for you.
Through DVRS referrals, this program is designed to remove barriers and open doors.
Ready to take the next step?

Learn more or get started at pcil.org/drive-ability

04/10/2026

Preparedness starts with knowledge—and grows through community.

We had a great time delivering our Pathways to Preparedness Emergency Preparedness Training to Project Freedom. Together, we focused on practical steps to stay safe, build confidence, and create personalized plans—especially for people with disabilities in Mercer County and Hunterdon County, NJ.

Trainings like this help ensure that everyone—regardless of ability—is included in emergency planning and has the tools they need to respond when it matters most.

Want a training for your business or organization?

Reach out today to learn how you may qualify for a free training through our program.

04/09/2026

Why do we care about mental health so much? Because it matters—right here in our communities.

Over 700 lives are lost to su***de each year in New Jersey. Thousands more are struggling in silence. For people with disabilities, the risk of mental distress is even higher—often impacted by isolation, barriers to care, and access to care.

But support changes outcomes. Connection matters. Community matters.

At PCIL, we are committed to creating safe, inclusive spaces where people with disabilities across Mercer County and Hunterdon County, NJ can feel heard, supported, and empowered.

Ask us how you can get Mental Health First Aid certified with PCIL and be part of the solution.

Address

3635 Quakerbridge Road, Suite 40
Trenton, NJ
08619

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Website

http://www.pcil.org/

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We offer services in self-advocacy, independent living skills, resources, Emergency Preparedness programs, Transition Services for teens and young adults, disability awareness training, and recreational/social programs.