Ability Insights
A Guide to Behavioral Services and Supports for Families and Caregivers
Every person deserves the chance to grow, learn, and thrive, no matter their challenges. But sometimes, navigating behavioral needs, whether for a child, an adult, or even ourselves, can feel overwhelming. That’s where behavioral services and supports come in. These services help individuals with special needs develop essential life skills, build confidence, and navigate social…
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Care During a Crisis – Intervention Training When Working with Special Needs Adults
At Gracious Services, we pride ourselves on creating an environment where both our clients and staff feel supported, respected, and empowered. One key aspect of providing exceptional care is ensuring our team has the proper skills to handle challenging situations in a calm and constructive manner. Grace Badmus, the founder of Gracious Services, became certified…
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Jeff Schaetzle Named The Behavioral Services Director
Fanwood-Based Gracious Services, a leader in providing compassionate care and support for New Jersey children, youth, adolescents and adults with developmental disabilities and individuals with behavioral challenges; is proud to announce the appointment of Jeff Schaetzle, M.Ed. BCBA, as its new Behavioral Services Clinical Director. In this key role, Jeff will lead the organization’s efforts…
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Gracious Services Special Needs Gala 2024
The position of the Support Coordinator is critical to the welfare of a fragile NJ population. They make a huge difference in the lives of NJ adults with Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy and other forms of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. This year, Gracious Services put out the call to NJ family, clients, Support Coordinators,…
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NJ’s Top Support Coordinators Announced
Celebrating Those Who Care for Our Special Needs Adults Caring for a special needs adult can be challenging, but families, caregivers, and individuals are not alone!! In New Jersey, a Support Coordinator plays a crucial role in coordinating services and support for special needs adults with developmental disabilities. It is upon them that so many…
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Support Coordinators & ISPs – How They Help NJ’s Special Needs Adults
Caring for a special needs adult can be challenging, but families, caregivers, and individuals are not alone!! In New Jersey, once you are approved by DDD for services, you obtain a Support Coordinator. The service coordinator plays a crucial role in coordinating services and support for special needs adults with developmental disabilities. They are often…
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