Advocacy Papers

Don’t let the toys fool you. In this video we go behind the scenes to learn about the strength, [...]

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General and administrative expenses in the I/DD service system. Picture Credit: Members of Community Access Unlimited Read the Paper [...]

In this video we see the inherent value of family providing community-based supports.  Not only does the policy increase [...]

The paper which compared NJ’s OPIA with NY Justice Center has been updated to include ABCD’s policy position Picture [...]

Firm footing for the individual and the service system. Picture Credit: Children's Center Programs Read the Testimonial [...]

Letter to ABCD members, colleagues and friends Picture Credit: Matheny Medical and Educational Center Read the Budget Letter [...]

The Council released its policy recommendations to increase support for individuals with mental illness and intellectual disabilities. Special thanks [...]

We answer some of your questions about ABCD’s campaign FAQs

During the Murphy Administration, the achievements have been substantial and the leadership, undaunted. Pictured: Members of Matheny Medical and [...]

During the Murphy Administration, the advancements for Early Intervention have been considerable. Picture Credit to: LADACIN Network Read the [...]

Are executives running DDD programs receiving fair compensation for their efforts? Pictured: Community Access Unlimited Member Advocates with Elected [...]

ABCD compares OPIA with the New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs Pictured: [...]

ABCD updates its policy opposing the incorporation of the delivery of services into the formal managed care system. Pictured: [...]

A comprehensive plan to address the direct care workforce shortage. Pictured: Members of Community Access Unlimited Read the Article [...]

Read the Position Paper Legislation which has shortcomings in design, application, outcome, fairness and scope. Picture Credit to ABCD [...]

Read the Paper Picture Credit to Matheny Medical and Educational Center

Technological and moral progress, ABCD calls for remote support to be a fully funded waiver service. Pictured: Community Access [...]

Though well intentioned, flawed and unnecessary bills should “languish in Trenton.” Pictured: Members of Children’s Center Programs Read the [...]

ABCD calls for an annualized cost of living increase Early Intervention Providers. Picture Credited to LADACIN Network Read the [...]

ABCD calls for an end to policies which disproportionately impact individuals with multiple physical, neurological, and developmental disabilities. Pictured: [...]

ABCD calculates the maximum potential impact that the One Big Beautiful Bill Act could have on our members and [...]

A rare moment of synchronicity. Government oversight must bear relation to the individual level of need and be analogous [...]

EIPA voices support for regulations which establish procedures for public notice, hearing and comment. Picture: CAU member and  advocate [...]

We are very pleased to welcome CAFSNJ and their wonderful staff to ABCD as DDA members. We look forward [...]

For DDD provider agencies the shift from contract to fee for service has resulted in more extensive consequences than [...]

ABCD provides comments on remote supports and policies which disproportionately disadvantage certain groups. Read the testimonial [...]

Every day the DDD provider community proves it resilience and commitment to the people we serve. CAU members advocating [...]

Today, in NJ, we have not lost ground. Credit to Community Access Unlimited ABCD’s Letter to Members, Colleagues and [...]