Parent/Guardian Resources

N.J.A.C. 6A:14 - Special Education Code

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

"The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a law that makes available a free appropriate public education to eligible children with disabilities throughout the nation and ensures special education and related services to those children."

NJ Early Intervention System (0-3y)

Early Intervention Homepage

"The first three years of life are important, formative years in maximizing a child's future potential. If you suspect that an infant or toddler may be experiencing developmental delays, contact Early Intervention System at 888-653-4463. The call is toll-free for New Jersey residents."

NJ Children's System of Care/PerformCare - 1-877-652-7624

"PerformCare New Jersey is the contracted system administrator (CSA) for the State of New Jersey’s Department of Children and Families, Children’s System of Care (CSOC). PerformCare New Jersey is the single point of access to a wide array of behavioral health, intellectual and developmental disability services, as well as substance use treatment for youth and families throughout New Jersey.

As the CSA, PerformCare New Jersey provides youth and their families with the services, resources, tools, and support they need to optimally participate in treatment within their homes, schools, and community settings. We provide the avenue for families to request clinically appropriate, needs-based services with a single phone call any time of the day or night."

- Behavioral/Mental Health
- Intellectual/Developmental Disability Services
- Substance Use Treatment