North Brunswick Abilities Council Embracing the power of "WE" by including everyone

Vision Statement:

A spirited Council of dynamic and concerned citizens, who by example, are dedicated to building strong relationships within the North Brunswick community, with a desire to deliver exceptional value to its North Brunswick citizens.

The Objective of the North Brunswick Abilities Council is to promote awareness and focus attention on the importance and value of people with disabilities in the North Brunswick Communities by improving public service in a climate of increasing change for today and in the future.

The Purpose of the Council is to assist the Township in ensuring that all disabled citizens of the Township are afforded the benefits of the Americans with Disabilities Act, including making recommendations as to how the Township and businesses operating within the Township may better implement the Act.

Members:

E-Mail: AbilitiesCouncil@northbrunswickonline.com

Council Membership Chairwoman Robin Turner Vice Chairwoman Marge Griscti Carmel Mangarella Councilwoman Shanti Narra Mike Rizzi Saroj Shah 3 vacancies Township Liaisons Glenn Sandor Volunteers Nancy Krauss Joe Griscti Scott Cutler 2012 Meeting Dates January 11 July - No Meeting February 8 August - No Meeting March 14 September 12 April 11 October 10 May 9 November 14 June - No Meeting December 12 *All meetings begin at 7pm and are held at the Municipal Building, 710 Hermann Road.  The public is invited to attend!*

Click here: Local council focuses on disabilities with day of awareness - The Daily Targum: Metro:

North Brunswick celebrates annual Disabilities Awareness Day

Volunteers recognized for service to N.B. community

N.B. honors hero from Sept. 11

NJ Transit Public Hearing Notice Nov. 17

Health and Safety Alert - Individuals Left In Vehicles Unattended

2011 Disability Awareness Day Photo Album

STEPHEN'S LAW • SEPTEMBER 9, 2008
ENSURING THE SAFETY OF WHEELCHAIR BOUND PASSENGERS IN TRANSIT

New Beginnings in Community Living

Community Invited Disabilities Awareness Day

2010 Disabilities Awareness Day Photo Album

Middlesex County Office for the Disabled Resources

ARC of Middlesex County

ARC of New Jersey

North Brunswick Township School System Special Education

Basic Rights in Special Education April 30

Governor Signs Stephen's Law

Photos of Stephen's Law Signing

Stephen's Law: Wheelchairs must be secured in vehicles

Press Release - Wheelchair Legislation is Approved

Abilities Council seeks to help those with disabilities

Join our effort to support the passage of NJ Legislation

Click Here for NBAC Meeting Minutes

Values and Goals

Action Plan

Oct 3, 2011 North Brunswick Town Council Meeting

In Collaboration with
North Brunswick 9/11 Committee, North Brunswick C.E.R.T. & North Brunswick Abilities Council

Quickie tilt-in-space wheelchair Multiple adjustments to accommodate a young adults seating and positioning needs Tilt locks, brakes, arm rest and foot rest, head rest, removable knee abductor. straps, belt, wooden tray 12 inch rear wheels Safety bars to prevent tipping

Walker and tripod cane available to any resident in need of a cane and walker.