Specialized Programs
2013 Epilepsy Scholarship Program
The Epilepsy Foundation of New Jersey is pleased to announce the existence of a scholarship program for New Jersey high school seniors who have epilepsy. We anticipate offering four $1,000 scholarships.
New Jersey high school seniors with epilepsy who plan to attend a college or university are eligible. Academic achievement, participation in activities and financial need will be considered. The extent of a student’s disability(s) will be taken into account as well, so that s/he need not be near the top of her/his class to qualify. Final awards will be made by the Epilepsy Foundation of New Jersey, which reserves the right not to make any awards.
Click here to print or download the 2013 Scholarship Application. Applications and supporting documents are due May 10, 2013. Please call 800.336.5843 or email aracioppi@efnj.com for more information.
Bounce Out the Stigma
Bounce Out The Stigma basketball camp is a partnership of Mighty Mike Basketball and The Family Resource Network. The goal of this collaboration is to provide children and young people, with developmental disabilities a chance to learn using basketball as the primary vehicle to overcome obstacles in life. Our purpose is for children to gain confidence and "bounce-out" their "limitations" to empower themselves.
Summer 2013 Camp Dates
August 5th through 9th: Saint Nicholas Greek Church; 467 Grand View Ave. Wyckoff, NJ
August 12th through 16th: ECLC School; 21 Lum Ave. Chatham, NJ
To learn more about Mighty Mike Simmel, visit www.bounceoutthestigma.org.
Camp Nova
Camp NOVA is a wonderful opportunity for children and young adults living with epilepsy and other developmental disabilities to enjoy summer camp. Camp NOVA, which provides an exciting and independent camping experience in an environment filled with fun experiences and memories that last a lifetime, is a one-week overnight camp for young people ages 15-28. Camp activities include acting, arts and crafts, boating, fishing, karate, swimming and yoga.
Click here for more information.
NEW! Super NOVA
September 13th to 15th, 2013
YMCA Camp Ockanickon, Inc.
1303 Stokes Rd
Medford, NJ 08055-8632
Super NOVA is a weekend adventure for adults 29 years of age and up with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Super NOVA was specifically developed when the Epilepsy Foundation of NJ saw that so many of the Camp NOVA individuals were aging out with no similar alternative. View flyer
The purpose of Super NOVA is to:
- Support individuals outside of their home
- Assist in educational, enrichment and/or recreational activities
- Promote inclusion through some community outings
- Provide respite for the individual and the caregiver
The staff ratio for this program is 3:1 and is not appropriate for individuals with high level of need or supports. Each person's application will be reviewed by Super NOVA Senior staff for compatibility to this service.
If you are looking to join in on our Adventure please contact Jenna Andolora 732-528-8080.
Limited space is available. Individuals budgets accepted! We accept credit cards and have payment plans.