Welcome to ACI!
The Alliance Center for Independence (ACI) recognizes disability as a natural and beautiful part of human diversity. ACI is a 501(c)(3) community-based, grassroots organization that supports and promotes independent living for people with disabilities in Middlesex, Somerset, and Union counties in New Jersey.
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COVID-19 updates
The ACI office is currently open and following CDC guidelines. Please call ahead before coming to the office. For in-person events, we request that our guests wear masks.
We will be offering some our programs in person and through Zoom, so keep checking our Facebook page and website for updates. Visit the links below for more information or contact us if you need assistance.
What Do We Offer?
ACI provides information and referral services and develops and implements educational programs and innovative activities that promote activism, peer support, health and wellness, employment and independent living skills for people with disabilities and their allies. ACI supports the philosophy of independent living for all persons with disabilities.