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    Hello from the CAPE Resource Center!
    Summer is here, and we want you to know that the CAPE Resource Center will remain open throughout the summer to support you and your family. Whether you have questions, need resources, or just want to connect, please don’t hesitate to reach out — we’re here for you.
    This June/July, we’re offering several valuable opportunities:
    🌟 Parent Support Groups – Connect with other parents, share experiences, and find encouragement in a supportive community.
    🌟 Webinars – Join us for informative sessions on topics that matter to you.

    We invite you to join us for these events, ask questions, and stay engaged.
    Wishing you a peaceful, safe, and restful summer!
    Warm regards,

    Nicole Fried

    201-343-6000 x4067

    nicfrie@bergen.org

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    PARENT-TO-PARENT EXCHANGE MEETINGS - for Parents of Students under age 21 with Disabilities

    2nd Tuesday of each month from September through July

    DATE:  06/10/2025

                 07/08/2025

     

    TIME:  7:30 PM

    FACILITATOR:  Lauren Lavelle

    To attend these Zoom meetings, please register at https://bergen.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMpduigrzgrGdQvb39g0xdF8Hv33hteAJq8

     

    LET'S GET TOGETHER & TALK - for Parents of Adult Children age 21 and over with Disabilities 

    2nd Thursday of each month from September through July

    DATE:  06/12/2025

                 07/10/2025

            

    TIME:   7:30 PM

    FACILITATOR:  Lauren Lavelle 

    To attend these Zoom meetings, please register at https://bergen.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtceGuqj0uGdVnvd2CROFGZTFVSQbDzQu2

     

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    Parents and Caregivers Email Signup Form

    To join our email list for more information about our future workshops, please sign-up HERE - 

    https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/V9b5SEg/parentssignup

     

    To join our professionals email list, please sign-up HERE - 

    https://lp.constantcontact.com/su/V9YQjLY/professionalsemaillist

     

    Visit our website - BCSS Cape Center

     

    Hope to see you soon!!  Feel free to reach out to me at the BCSS CAPE Resource Center if you have any questions/concerns, etc.  201-343-6000 x 4067 or by email at nicfrie@bergen.org. 

BCSS CAPE Resource Center

  • The BCSS CAPE Resource Center serves as a...

    A hub for educators, community members and individuals living and working in and around Bergen County to locate services and resources for those with developmental and other disabilities;

    We offer...

    Resource Coordination/Information

    • Resource coordination includes intake as well as referral to the system of services and educational resources in Bergen County and the surrounding communities.
    • Educational materials, such as fact sheets, journal articles, publications, directories, etc., on topics related to people with disabilities;

    Educational Workshops (Areas of interest include…)

    • Transition Planning
    • Parenting Skills
    • Guardianship/Estate Planning/Special Needs Trusts
    • Housing Options
    • Monthly Parent Support Groups
      • Monthly Parent Support Group for parents/caregivers with youth 14 yrs. and older

    Nicole Fried, Supervisor, is available to answer questions and to provide consultation and support regarding special services and community resource options.  Follow up ensures quality of services.

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