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Social justice is a topic covered by Let's talk about us class

Class Spotlight: Let’s Talk about Us Studies Social Justice and the American Black Experience

February 24, 2021 / JSDD News, WAE Center News

In honor of Black History Month, we wanted to spotlight WAE to Connect’s “Let’s Talk About Us” class, where the work of understanding social justice issues is underway.
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LGBTQ+WAE Holds Second Virtual Meeting

February 10, 2021 / JSDD News, WAE Center News

Group for LGBTQ+ adults with developmental disabilities to meet via Zoom on February 16, 7pm, via Zoom. New members welcome!

LGBTQ+ WAE brings together people who share similar life experiences to enjoy the support of that community. The goal: to lessen the isolation and reduce stereotypes and misperceptions of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) who identify as LGBTQ+. Regularly scheduled online or in-person meetings allow participants to connect with others who deal with similar issues in a more diverse group than they might otherwise encounter.
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Now Live! Community through Creativity – JDAIM 2021 Virtual Exhibit

February 5, 2021 / JSDD News, WAE Center News

Community through Creativity – JDAIM 2021 virtual exhibit runs February 5 – March 5 February is Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance & Inclusion Month The mission of Jewish Disability Awareness, Acceptance and Inclusion Month (JDAIM) is to unite Jewish communities worldwide to raise …

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Our WAE to Connect Program Is Expanding!

January 21, 2021 / WAE Center News

WAE to Connect (WTC) is the online learning program established in the weeks and months after Covid-19 forced the shutdown of New Jersey DDD day-habilitation providers. WTC was initially developed to meet the needs of our current members: to reduce the negative effects of isolation and boredom. Its primary goal was to …

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LGBTQ+ WAE to Hold First Virtual Meeting of 2021 on January 21

January 14, 2021 / WAE Center News

LGBTQ+ WAE will be holding its’ first meeting of 2021, on Thursday January 21st at 7pm! This group has come together with the express purpose of building a social community for adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) and/or Autism …

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Thanksgiving Birthday Memorial Luncheon for Scott R. – Tuesday November 24, 2020

December 4, 2020 / JSDD News, WAE Center News

Story by Monica Schneider-Brewer The WAE Center has a long-standing tradition of celebrating the birthday of resident and member Scott R. Each November Scott’s parents provide a beautiful Thanksgiving Feast to the members and staff, bring a huge cake…and we all celebrate …

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Marilynn Schneider Retires from WAE Center

September 10, 2020 / JSDD News, WAE Center News

West Orange, NJ – Marilynn Schneider, Director of Jewish Service for the Developmentally Disabled’s (JSDD) WAE Center, announced her retirement at the end of June after over 20 years of service. Under Marilynn’s leadership, the WAE (Wellness, Arts, Enrichment) Center has …

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WAE Center’s Birthday Wishes for Ellen Goldner

May 19, 2020 / JSDD News, WAE Center News

Enthusiastic birthday greetings for Ellen from WAE Center members and staff.

There is no one more genuine in their admiration for WAE artists and the accomplishments of WAE members than Ellen. “She touches and shapes the self-esteem of our members and their sense of belonging to something bigger. Ellen's presence, enthusiasm, encouragement, warmth, and pride are infectious and inspirational,” says Linda Press.

Watch and listen as WAE Center members sing special birthday greetings to Ellen in this wonderful split-screen video.
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There is No Place Like Home – Especially Now

April 7, 2020 / JSDD News, WAE Center News

The May 12th Gala, Taking Care of Our Own, A Night Honoring Ellen Goldner will be rescheduled in the spring of 2021 because of the pandemic. The evolving Coronavirus situation is a challenge unlike any we have ever faced. All of us at …

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New JSDD and WAE Center Updates

March 25, 2020 / JSDD News, WAE Center News

JSDD Residential and WAE Center Update Thanks to all who continue to express their concern for the men and women served by JSDD. Sixty (60) WAE Center members are either home with their families every day or at home all day in …

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