ACI is trying to find out what are some of the barriers in our communities that affect YOU! We know that COVID-19 has affected a numerous amount of families, in many different ways. Help us, help you!
Personal Assistance Services Program Now Offered at the Alliance Center for Independence
The Alliance Center for Independence (ACI) is very pleased to announce we are now administrating the State funded Personal Assistance Services Program (PASP) in Middlesex County. We thank the Middlesex County Office of Aging and Disabled Services for the award of the PASP grant.
ACI launched the administration of the PASP program in August and is enjoying the opportunity to work with the many consumers the program serves. Additionally, ACI plans to expand the program to include new participants.
"I'm Vaccinated...Are You?" - An ACI COVID-19 Vaccine PSA
We know how hard COVID has impacted the world, but we want you to know that we are here to help you. So if you have any questions about the vaccine or you need any information, just reach out to us!
Thank you to everyone who contributed to this PSA!
Watch the PSA here: https://youtu.be/8DMcWMojKt0
We Need Your Input About #NJDPP 2023!
It has been a few years since the Alliance Center for Independence held the NJ Disability Pride Parade (now called NJ Disability Pride in the Park). Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, things were placed on hold for everyone's safety. We are looking into the possibility of NJDPP in the Fall of 2023 and want your input! Please take our survey at the link below.
Voting Machine Demo Day 2022
ACI and REV UP NJ held its annual Voting Machine Demo Day on September 28th. Thank you to Middlesex County Board of Elections staff Seth Levinson, Valerie Henry and Jen Ratti who demonstrated the polling place check-in process and the county's new accessible machines!
Participants had a chance to try out the machine in preparation for the general election on November 8th. Remember: October 18th is the last day to register to vote!
This demo day is part of ACI and REV UP NJ's effort to engage people with disabilities in the election process. Funding is provided by the American Association of Persons with Disabilities (AAPD).
Visit our website for more info: adacil.org/voting
The Power of the Disability Vote Event in Trenton
Earlier this week, ACI and REV UP NJ held an event that highlighted the power of the disability vote at the NJ State House Annex in Trenton. Thank you to everyone who came out!
If you would like information on how to get involved with this year's election, please visit adacil.org/voting
Alliance Center for Independence and REV UP NJ Will Host a Disability Voting Event in Trenton on September 19th
On September 19th, dozens of disability advocates and voting rights experts will be attending The Power of the Disability Vote, an event held at the NJ State House Annex on 131 West State Street in Trenton. Time is set for 12:00 noon to 3:00 PM. This event is open to the public.
The purpose of the day is to underscore the importance of the disability vote in this year’s gubernatorial election. “With nearly 12% of the state’s population identifying themselves as having a disability, we need to show the candidates that our issues need to be addressed,” says Carole Tonks, Executive Director of Alliance Center for Independence.
