Dean's Speaker Series

Dean's Speaker Series

The Dean’s Distinguished Speaker Series features practitioners and industry leaders for insightful perspectives and engaging discussions on topics relevant to our department research and projects.

April 23, 2021

Accessing Housing and Residential Services for Individuals with Autism and Developmental Disabilities

Presented by
Partner, Parles Rekem, LLP
 
Friday, April 23
2-3 p.m., via Zoom
 
Individuals with autism and developmental disabilities face numerous barriers to accessing appropriate, affordable housing and residential services. This presentation will address the pressing need for housing and residential services for this growing population as well as laws, policies and procedures that govern eligibility and access. Both New Jersey and federal funding programs will be discussed. Barriers to expanding availability to a variety of models will be addressed as well as promising developments at both the state and national levels.