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How to Foster Independence in Adults With IDD
How to Foster Independence in Adults With IDD Empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to be independent is a crucial part of their development and an essential step toward improving their quality of life. Fostering independence not...
Old Tappan Open House
June 21, 2023: New Concepts for Living held an open house for it's newest home located in Old Tappan, NJ. This impressive, 5,100 square foot home was built to specifically meet the needs of adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities, as well as significant...
The Availability of Care Options To Meet the Specific Needs of Families and Individuals With IDD
The Availability of Care Options To Meet the Specific Needs of Families and Individuals With IDD The availability of care options for families and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) has grown significantly over the years. With a variety...
Placing Flags for Veterans
May 9, 2023: With Memorial Day just around the corner, our Day Program participants volunteered at the American Legion Post 53 and assisted Commander Robert Paoli in placing flags on the graves of Veterans. This tradition is meant to honor veterans for the time they...
JR Setteducati Joins New Concepts for Living
New Concepts for Living welcomes JR Setteducati as their new Human Resources Director. JR joins NCFL with over 30 years of Human Resources experience and will be overseeing and leading all aspects of the HR function including employee relations, talent acquisition,...
Prepping for Prom
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
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
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
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
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...
