by Johanna G. Burke | Apr 4, 2024 | Blog
Thousands of individuals with disabilities are living in group homes throughout New Jersey. As an attorney specializing in advocating for people with disabilities and special needs, I have seen a blatant disregard for the well-being of far too many individuals living...
by Johanna G. Burke | Jan 2, 2024 | Blog
I have watched my son pound his hands against his own head while tears streamed down his face. I felt powerless. I have told my son that everything is going to be okay as I wiped those tears away. I felt his pain. I have prayed for my son to speak, to tell me what’s...
by Johanna G. Burke | Nov 29, 2023 | Blog
Initially published in 2004, New Jersey’s Autism Program Quality Indicators (NJ APQI) was updated this year in response to new data and research discoveries over the past two decades. This revised guide aims to improve the quality of programs offered to students with...
by Johanna G. Burke | Nov 27, 2023 | Blog
Drexel University recently uncovered some astounding and unnerving statistics regarding autistic adults in the US. While this research pertains explicitly to public unemployment services, it is evident that Americans with autism are not receiving the support they need...
by Johanna G. Burke | Oct 10, 2023 | Blog
In New Jersey, finding quality programs and resources dedicated to helping families with special needs is not always easy. Interactive Kids is one of those quality resources; with four locations in southern New Jersey, I recommend their services to nearly all my...
by Johanna G. Burke | Oct 2, 2023 | Blog
On October 22nd, our good friend Jared Silverstein of Puzzle Pieces Squared (P2) is holding the first annual Autism Fun Walk and Halloween Party. Our law office is excited to be one of this event’s corporate sponsors, as we are always happy to support an incredible...
by Johanna G. Burke | Jul 3, 2023 | Blog
In just a few short months, it will have been a year since my son Aidan was initially attacked within his New Jersey group home. Following that traumatic experience in October 2022, he has been physically assaulted several more times leading up to the present day. A...
by Johanna G. Burke | May 31, 2023 | Blog
On May 11th, 2023, I had an extended meeting with staff members and management of my son Aidan’s group home. Unfortunately, while I presented verifiable details correlating to recent events and actions taken by the group home, I was fed a concoction of mistruths and...
by Johanna G. Burke | May 4, 2023 | Blog
Last year, I lived over two hours away from my son Aidan. I drove to him as often as possible, but the four-hour round trip was not always feasible. Recently, my husband and I decided to move closer to Aidan’s group home, enabling me to see him any day of the week....
by Johanna G. Burke | Apr 30, 2023 | Blog
Last month, we discussed several important issues regarding the autistic community and their loved ones. This article will provide a summary of the topics talked about, reiterating their timeliness and significance. Autism Awareness Month 2023 – The Facts Updated...
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