Prepping for Prom

Events, NCFL News

April 11, 2023:  As NCFL’s 2nd Annual Prom Night approaches, we asked a few of our staff how they prepare NCFL’s residents and Day Program participants for the big day. The River Edge home takes their party attire very seriously. For events and holidays, Community...

What Is Severe Autism? Understanding Autism Severity Levels and Symptoms

NCFL News

What Is Severe Autism? Understanding Autism Severity Levels and Symptoms Autism—more accurately known as autism spectrum disorder (ASD)—is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects how people communicate, behave, learn, and interact with others. Autism is referred to...

Making the Transition to Adult Services

NCFL News

Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) often require assistance and specialized care based on the disabilities they have. As with everyone, the unique needs of people with IDD evolve and change over time as they age. Children and...

Therapeutic Arts at NCFL

NCFL Day Program, NCFL News

                  March 15, 2023:  NCFL is pleased to have Debra Koplish, LLC providing therapeutic art to our clients. For over fifteen years, her company has happily and successfully accomplished a variety of masterpieces they treasure and are so proud of.  She...

Marisa Guastella Joins New Concepts for Living

NCFL News, Staff News

March 10, 2023: Marisa Guastella joins New Concepts for Living (NCFL) as our new Assistant Director of Development & Fundraising. In this new capacity, Guastella will be providing the necessary vision, leadership, and fundraising skills which will enable NCFL to...

Critical Resources for Families With Special Needs

NCFL News

Families with special needs have an individual with disabilities—whether it is a child or other loved one. Families with special needs face unique challenges and require specialized support and resources to help them navigate their journey. This support can come in...