The Department of Education's Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services awarded a $136,996 Formula Grant under the Rehabilitation Services Client Assistance Program (CFDA 84.161) to Disability Rights New Jersey. This 12-month grant, effective October 1, 2024, supports the organization's delivery of legal services, advocacy, training, and informational resources to assist individuals with disabilities in New Jersey. The grant enables Disability Rights New Jersey to investigate abuse and neglect, provide protection and advocacy services, and offer legal representation for vocational rehabilitation and special education clients. Key services include helping clients acquire and utilize assistive technologies, ensuring voting accessibility, and supporting those with traumatic brain injuries or developmental disabilities. Disability Rights New Jersey also receives sub-awards from state agencies to further advocate for clients needing assistive technologies. As the designated Protection & Advocacy system for New Jersey, Disability Rights New Jersey leverages over $12 million in federal funding to fulfill its mission of advancing the human, civil, and legal rights of citizens with disabilities in the state.
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