Individual supports in New Jersey
Individual Supports
Individual supports are shaped around the person rather than a standard schedule or checklist. Grace begins with goals, preferences, strengths, routines, and the level of assistance someone wants in daily life.
Who may want to explore this
A possible fit starts with the person’s goals.
- Adults seeking personalized assistance
- People building or maintaining everyday routines
- Individuals working toward greater independence
- Families exploring person-centered support
Possible benefits
Support should connect to everyday life.
- Support tailored to individual priorities
- More confidence with familiar routines
- Practice using everyday skills
- Greater choice in how support is provided
What support may include
Specific support is discussed during intake.
These examples are educational, not a promise that every activity, format, or authorization is currently available.
- Assistance with everyday routines
- Practice toward personal goals
- Exploration of interests
- Skill-building in meaningful settings
- Participation in community life
How to begin
Four practical steps from question to decision.
Contact Grace
Share the person’s age, county, goals, and the service or problem you are trying to understand.
Discuss the person
Talk about preferences, routines, strengths, communication, current supports, and what matters most.
Review requirements
Grace explains known availability and any approved-plan, state-program, referral, or intake information that may be relevant.
Decide the next step
If there may be a fit, Grace outlines the next action. A conversation does not guarantee eligibility, authorization, or placement.
Questions families ask
About individual supports
What makes individual supports person-centered?
The conversation starts with the person’s goals, preferences, strengths, communication, and routines. Specific support should reflect those priorities rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
Can family members join the intake conversation?
Yes. Families and guardians can share helpful context while keeping the individual’s preferences and goals central.
How can I ask about availability?
Call Intake at 908-365-1327 or submit a request with the person’s county, age, goals, and current support-plan information.
Talk with Grace
Ask Grace about individual supports.
Tell us what support you are looking for. Grace will listen, explain possible next steps, and help you decide whether a conversation makes sense.