Advocates Recognize Disability Pride Month and the Anniversary of the ADA
July 27, 2021
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Myrta Rosa at work at Community Access Unlimited in Elizabeth July 26 marked the 31st anniversary of The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990- a landmark piece of legislation that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in several areas, including employment, transportation, public accommodations and access to government programs. July is also celebrated as Disability...
ACE is Back! Join us in Roselle for Continuing Education
July 19, 2021
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There is no such thing as “one size fits all” when it comes to education. For adults with developmental disabilities who are looking to continue their academics and job skills training, CAU offers an alternative to traditional day programs. The new Academy of Continuing Education location opened July 6 in Roselle and offers a variety of options to appeal to every type of student,...
Spring 2021 Independent Citizen is Here!
June 2, 2021
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The Spring Independent Citizen is here! Our newsletter is filled with agency updates, stories from the people we serve and information about upcoming events. What's Inside: Join us for Walkathon! The Annual Ira Geller Walkathon is June 21-26! CAU Recognizes Autism Acceptance Month. Hear from CAU staff and a person we serve about setting and achieving their goals. CAU works with...
Get Ready for the Ira Geller Walkathon!
May 21, 2021
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Hop on a treadmill, go to a local park, or walk or run in your neighborhood to support services for people with disabilities and youth at risk in New Jersey! The CAU virtual Ira Geller Walkathon runs the week of June 21-June 26. On June 26, individuals living near Warinanco Park in Roselle are invited to walk or run in the park. Click here to register! (Sorry, this link no longer...
The PACES Newsletter is here!
May 21, 2021
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Check out the inaugural issue of The PACES Post, the CAU PACES program’s new quarterly newsletter! This newsletter features important news, upcoming events, and a celebration of the achievements of the people we serve. The Pathways to Academic and Career Exploration to Success (PACES) program supports youth in foster care, ages 16-21, in their successful transition to and...
Teachers and Students Strive for Success During Autism Acceptance Month
April 13, 2021
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Michael Adamowsky says he didn’t plan it, but he has found his purpose in life through teaching. Michael Adamowsky is an educational specialist at CAU. After completing his master’s degree in accounting and starting a career at Community Access Unlimited, Adamowsky found that the accounting position didn’t suit him, and he didn’t like sitting at a computer all day. He decided to...
Musicians Partner to Support Community Access Unlimited March 22-27
March 23, 2021
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From pop to blues and rap to jazz, there’s something for everyone at a virtual concert fundraiser for Community Access Unlimited this week, March 22-27. Banding Together features musical performances at 7 p.m. nightly on the CAU Facebook page. All proceeds will support programs at CAU. Jefferson musician Jeiris Cook kicks off the six-night concert on Monday with his signature blend of...
CAU Couples Appreciate Their Valentines Through Pandemic Challenges
February 16, 2021
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Jennifer Brown and Harold Harris attend the CAU Prom in 2019. Last week, Harold Harris chose an engagement ring and picked up a red dress shirt for a celebration on Valentine’s Day. He said he couldn’t wait to officially propose to his girlfriend, Jennifer Brown. Both Harris and Brown are served by CAU, and the two have been a couple since the CAU Prom in 2019. Jennifer agreed to go...
CAU Works with Amazon to Support Jobs for People with Disabilities
February 3, 2021
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Wilford Edwards completes a training session in December to start working at an Amazon sortation center in New Jersey. Community Access Unlimited is working with Amazon to help people with disabilities in New Jersey begin new careers working for the retailer. Amazon has made a commitment to “building and supporting an inclusive workforce,” which may include supported employment such as...
People CAU serves receive some winter warmth with coats donation from Delivering Good
January 15, 2021
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People CAU serves have received new winter coats to help keep them warm and comfortable this season thanks to a generous donation from Delivering Good. CAU received 300 coats from the organization, which first reached out to CAU with an interest in supporting our youth programs. Delivering Good was able to supply enough win ter coats to outfit all the people CAU serves in residential programs...