SPAN Resources & Materials
SPAN runs multiple programs and projects that support youth, young adults, families, and caregivers to be advocates and leaders in their communities. Our services include informative materials, webinars, in-person and online trainings, conferences, one-on-one assistance, and much more. We also offer information, resources, and support to professionals, policymakers, and other Parent Centers like ours throughout the United States and US Territories.
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Legal Responsibilities and Inclusion Tips Guide
Child Care and NJ Law Against Discrimination (Legal Responsibilities and Resources for After School Care) Inclusion of Children with Special Needs in Child Care and After School Settings. (After School Inclusion Tips Guide)
PRISE: Parental Rights in Special Education (Chinese)
(Updated May 2023)
PRISE: Parental Rights in Special Education (Spanish)
(Updated May 2023)
Assistive Technology (AT) for Students with Disabilities to Use at Home
Assistive Technology (AT) for Students with Disabilities to Use at Home
Protect Your Child’s Rights to COVID-19-Related Compensatory Education
Protect Your Child’s Rights to COVID-19-Related Compensatory Education/ Protege los derechos de su hijo/a para recibir Educación Compensatoria Relacionada con COVID-19
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SPAN Library of Resources | This is a link listing all of our resources available, ranging from Accessible Instructional Materials (AIM) to Evaluations.
Health Advocacy Toolkit | This three-part video series provides information and tools for families of and individuals with developmental disabilities so they can access health insurance/health coverage and healthcare. Information is broken down as: (1) health insurance and healthcare financing, (2) partnerships, advocacy, appeals, and resources, and (3) healthcare transition to adulthood.
SPAN Fact Sheets | These focused documents provide information on a variety of topics related to special education and the rights of children with disabilities and their families. Available in several languages.
NJ Department of Human Services: New Jersey Resources, 2019–2020 | This comprehensive resource from the state of New Jersey, updated annually, identifies the various programs and services the Department of Human Services offers to New Jersey residents, caregivers and advocates.