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Group of WAE Center members in a pink room with hearts

WAE to Hit the Road!

May 26, 2026 / JSDD News, WAE Center News

This month, WAE Center members embraced adventure, creativity, and connection through a series of exciting community outings. From live performances to inspiring art exhibits and hands-on creative exploration, each trip offered unique opportunities for learning, independence, and shared experiences. A Dynamic Performance …

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Life | Home | Tech Team Stays Busy Connecting, Learning, and Sharing

May 22, 2026 / JSDD News

The Life | Home | Tech (LHT) team has been engaging in a variety of community events and professional opportunities, continuing to share knowledge and build connections about how enabling technology can promote independence. At the Boonton Transition Resource Fair, LHT Program …

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Shabbat at JSDD – May 2026

May 22, 2026 / JSDD News

Shabbat at JSDD is a time to come together, share experiences, and rejoice with friends, community, and those we care about. Every month, people from every JSDD residence look forward to embracing this special time together, in which they can catch up with one another and unwind from the week’s activities...
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Getting to Know… Natasha Powell

May 22, 2026 / JSDD News, Staff

"JSDD will give you all of the tools you need to grow." In our latest staff spotlight, meet Natasha Powell, Associate Director of Quality Assurance. Discover what has surprised her most in her 15-year journey, her favorite memories with residents,...
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Yoan holding his completed frame for his future neice/nephew

Speech Therapy in Action: Yoav’s Journey Toward Unclehood

May 22, 2026 / JSDD News, WAE Center News

Over several weeks, Yoav and JSDD’s Speech Therapist, Shelby Scalici, worked on a project centered around an exciting life event — becoming an uncle. During their speech therapy sessions, they discussed what kind of uncle Yoav hopes to be and all the things he looks forward to doing with his niece or nephew someday...
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Heidi Happenings – Spring 2026

May 22, 2026 / Heidi Gallery News, JSDD News

Phew, halfway through Spring already! It has been a busy season at Heidi Gallery, packed with incredible member exhibitions, a bustling variety showcase, live performances, and inspiring community creativity. Catch up on everything that's been happening...
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JSDD Prom Returns to The Brownstone

May 22, 2026 / JSDD News, WAE Center News

For the fourth year in a row, JSDD residents and WAE Center members came together for an afternoon filled with music, laughter, and unforgettable moments at the annual Prom. This year the event returned to the elegant Brownstone, setting the stage for …

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wae center members in the garden with flowers planted in pots

Gardening Adventures in Seeds, Mulch and Fertilizer!

April 24, 2026 / WAE Center News

We really had a fun time being out and about together in the spring weather. We have been planning our garden, planting seeds, and it was great to be able to analyze the pros and cons of different mulches...
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Spring Haiku and a Spring Miracle Poem

April 23, 2026 / WAE Center News

Read spring-themed poetry written by WAE Center members in a collaborative environment.
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WAE Center…Jersey City…Gallery Visit

April 23, 2026 / WAE Center News

WAE Center members and staff enjoyed an inspiring offsite trip to the Drawing Rooms Gallery in Jersey City. The group explored the exhibition “Flower Power Right On,” which filled a series of intimate gallery rooms and hallways with vibrant and imaginative works...
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