HealthCareBlueBook.com
Enter medical service and zip code and the average fee providers in the area accept as payment from an insurance company is given. Check “Resources for Patients” for additional helpful information.
HealthGrades.com
Health care ratings organization provides ratings and profiles of hospitals, nursing homes and physicians to consumers, corporations, health plans and hospitals.
apraxia
Apraxia-kids.org
Helpful resources, links, and in-depth articles for families and professionals provided by the Childhood Apraxia of Speech Association of North America (CASANA).
arthritis
Arthritis Foundation of New Jersey
555 Rt. 1 S., Suite 320, Iselin, 732-283-4300. Information, research updates, drug info and tools to help live better with arthritis.
asperger syndrome
ASPEN
Asperger Syndrome Education Network, Inc., a volunteer non-profit organization in New Jersey, provides families and individuals whose lives are affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders (Asperger Syndrome, Pervasive Developmental Disorder-NOS, High Functioning Autism) with education, support and advocacy. Chapters meet monthly, alternating parent support meetings with speaker presentations.
attention deficit disorder/ADHD
ADDitude Magazine
888-762-8475. Print magazine published four times a year and online magazine and forums are an excellent source of information about ADD and learning disabilities.
Brain Balance® Achievement Centers
Allendale: 201-825-1030, allendale@brainbalancecenters.com
Summit: 908-517-1101, summit@brainbalancecenters.com
The groundbreaking Brain Balance® Program develops individualized intervention plans for children with behavioral/academic challenges. Candidates include children ages 4-17 with neurodevelopmental disorders (ADD/ADHD, dyslexia, autism, Asperger's, Tourette's, OCD, PDD/NOS and others). Some people say that parents of children with behavioral and learning disorders can only expect so much. We disagree. Contact us to see if your child qualifies.
Children with Attention Deficit Disorder
800-233-4050. National organization provides education, advocacy and support for individuals with ADHD. Consult website for current chapter information.
• Essex County: Meetings 7-9pm on the 3rd Mon. of the month at Lincoln School, 301 Harrison St., Nutley. Adult support group.
• Northern Morris County: 973-584-7149. Meetings 7:30-9pm the 2nd Fri. of the month Sept.-June at Crossroads Community Church, 104 Bartley Rd., Flanders.
• Somerset County: Consult website for current chapter contact.
• Union County: union-county@chadd.net
• Western Union County: 800-233-4050 ext. 121. Meetings 7:30pm Sept.-June on the 1st Wed. of the month at Children’s Specialized Hospital, New Providence Rd., Mountainside. Monthly speakers and support groups.
Music Therapy for All Ages
Sheri Kandel, MT-BC, MCAT, Westfield, 908-789-9621. Music Therapy builds strengths and provides the support to succeed. An individualized approach allows for setting and achieving therapeutic goals. Developmental, psychological, social, and/or physical difficulties are assessed and addressed with music interventions.
autism
Autismlink.com
Website gathers information on autism from all organizations, provides a forum and chat room for parents and a database of service providers nationwide.
Autism New Jersey
1-800-4-AUTISM. Nonprofit agency provides information and advocacy, services, a database of service providers, family and professional education and consultation in New Jersey.
Autism Speaks
The world’s largest autism advocacy organization hosts a comprehensive website.
Creative Kinections, LLC
732-953-6291, email: CreativeKinections@gmail.com. Brooke Campbell, MA, RDT-BCT, LCAT uses creative arts and drama therapy techniques to achieve goals, solve problems, facilitate the expression of emotions and build social skills. Servicing children, adolescents, adults, families, couples, schools and organizations. Individual and groups offered. Specializing in autism spectrum disorders, trauma, chronic pain, and mental illness. Locations in Livingston, NJ and New York, NY.
Music Therapy for All Ages
Sheri Kandel, MT-BC, MCAT, Westfield, 908-789-9621. Music Therapy builds strengths and provides the support to succeed. An individualized approach allows for setting and achieving therapeutic goals. Developmental, psychological, social, and/or physical difficulties are assessed and addressed with music interventions.
Parents of Autistic Children
1999 Rt. 88, Brick, 732-785-1099. Non-profit New Jersey organization provides free training and education to professionals, parents and families; recreation activities year round; support for families and siblings; and promotes autism awareness and advocacy. Free speakers bureau.
Stepping Forward Counseling Center
26 Main St., Chatham, 908-277-1727. Stepping Forward Counseling Center relies primarily on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) as our instructional method of choice. Our methods are grounded in well-researched behavior principles. We assess each child’s skills, create individualized education plans and, when appropriate, use the best of what ABA has to offer to help children grow and learn. We train parents and others working with the child.
TeamHope, P.C.
24 Peapack Rd., PO Box 242, Far Hills, 908-375-8237. TeamHope offers a full range of SLP, OT and PT services for ASD/PDD, Motor Speech Disorders, Early Intervention & other delays. PROMPT, Sensory Integration, Feeding therapy and Social Skills Groups available.
baby safety
Infant Swim New Jersey
908-227-3674. Lessons in aquatic self-rescue instruction for infants as young as 6 months to 6+ are offered in Morris, Essex and Middlesex Counties by certified ISR instructors.
Royal Baby Safety Corp.
908-598-0500, Toll free 800-89-ROYAL. Let us help you babyproof your home. We’ve been providing the best safety products at competitive prices and helping parents install them in their homes since 1991. Call today for your free (in most cases), comprehensive, in-home, no obligation, safety evaluation.
cancer
Camp Quality New Jersey
732-780-1409. Non-profit organization provides a free week-long summer camping experience and support program for children with cancer. Campground is located in Blairstown.
Cancer Hope Network
2 North Rd., Suite A, Chester, 908-879-4039, 1-877-HOPENET. Non-profit organization provides free and confidential one-on-one support to cancer patients and their families.
Cancer Support Community Central New Jersey
3 Crossroads Dr., Bedminster, 908-658-5400. Support groups, educational workshops, stress reduction and creative expression programs.
CureSearch.org
National Childhood Cancer Foundation website covers every aspect of childhood cancer.
celiac disease
Celiac Disease Foundation
National non-profit corporation since 1990 provides reliable, up-to-date information about Celiac Disease and Dermatitis Herpetiformis and a gluten-free lifestyle to assist individuals with CD, DH and gluten allergies.
cerebral palsy
Advancing Opportunities
1005 Whitehead Rd., Suite 1, Ewing, 888-322-1918. Additional locations in Barrington, Budd Lake and Little Falls. Formerly Cerebral Palsy of New Jersey, the organization serves people with all types of disabilities and offers school, in-home and work services, support and advocacy, housing assistance, technology lending and therapeutic services through fee-for-service programs.
diabetes
Joslin Diabetes Center
A teaching and research affiliate of Harvard Medical School, the Joslin Diabetes Center leads in diabetes research and innovative approaches to clinical care and education for children and adults. Contact the New Jersey location at Joslin Diabetes Center Affiliation at AtlantiCare in Egg Harbor Township at 1-888-569-1000.
eating disorders
Healthy NJ - Information for Healthy Living
Consumer website created by University Librarians at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey provides patient education and information on New Jersey resources and referrals for eating disorders.
fitness
Kid Fit
Goryeb Children’s Center at Overlook Hospital, 888-714-0278. Healthy lifestyles program geared toward children ages 6 through 21 who are overweight or who may be at risk for weight-related diseases.
food allergies
Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network
800-929-4040. FAAN provides information, education and advocacy on behalf of all those affected by food allergies. Recipes, research, kids and teen sections and other helpful information are posted online.
Food Allergy Support Group of Monmouth County
Made up of parents with children with food allergies who live in or near Monmouth County, the group sponsors speakers and social events about ten times a year.
njfoodallergy@hotmail.com
hospice
Hospice Education Institute
800-331-1620. Independent, non-profit organization offers information, advice, referrals and support to the public and health care professionals.
learning disabilities
See listings under Educational Services.
stuttering
The Stuttering Foundation
800-992-9392. Free online resources, services and support to those who stutter and their families.
tourette syndrome
Tourette Syndrome Association of New Jersey
50 Division St., Suite 205, Somerville, 908-575-7350. Helpline: 732-972-4459. Operates support groups at regional medical centers for individuals and their families, conducts awareness training, manages a TS help line, and sponsors a state-wide Family Contact Program.