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Community-Based Supports
Hearten offers personalized in-home support through the DDD Community-Based Supports (CBS) and Individual Supports (IS) programs. Each participant is matched with a Direct Support Professional (DSP) who provides tailored one-on-one assistance. This individualized approach allows for engaging, person-centered activities that cater to the unique needs and interests of individual, both at home and within their local community.
Our program services are approved & funded by NJ DDD/Medicaid
Key Features of Community-Based Support (CBS):
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Goal-Oriented Services: CBS services are designed to help individuals achieve specific goals, such as improving social skills, learning how to navigate the community, or participating in recreational activities.
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Individualized Support: The one-on-one supports are tailored to the person’s needs, interests, and level of independence.
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Skill Development Areas: CBS services help individuals build practical skills for greater autonomy, including:
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Daily Living Skills: Grocery shopping, meal preparation, money management.
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Social Skills: Making friends, participating in group activities, and handling social situations.
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Recreational Activities: Going to parks, attending community events, or participating in fitness programs.
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Safety Awareness: Learning to use public transportation, follow traffic rules, and respond to emergencies.
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Community Integration: CBS encourages individuals to participate in the broader community, fostering inclusion and reducing social isolation.
​Examples of CBS Activities:
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Trips to the local grocery store to learn money management.
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Attending yoga classes to improve fitness and socialization.
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Volunteering at an animal shelter to develop vocational skills.
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Visit a library to practice reading and explore educational opportunities.
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Learn how to use public transportation for independent travel.
​Behavior & Medical Acuity:
Hearten specializes in behavioral and medical acuities. We have expertise, resources, and trained professionals to care for individuals with complex behavioral challenges and significant medical needs. Our staff includes:​
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Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
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Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
What is Community Based Support?
Community-Based Support (CBS) in New Jersey is a service provided by the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) to help individuals with developmental disabilities become more independent and actively engaged in their communities. This service promotes life skills, social interaction, and participation in community-based activities.​
Benefits of Community-Based Support:
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Promotes Independence: Helps individuals build life skills to live more independently.
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Increases Social Interaction: Encourages participants to form meaningful connections in their community.
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Reduces Isolation: Provides opportunities to engage in recreational, social, and educational activities.
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Improves Quality of Life: By supporting personal growth, skill-building, and social inclusion.
How to Access Community-Based Support in NJ:
To access CBS services, the individual must:​
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Be enrolled in one of the DDD Medicaid waiver programs:
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Supports Program (SP) – for individuals living with family or independently.
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Community Care Program (CCP) – for individuals requiring more intensive support, including residential services.
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Have an Individualized Service Plan (ISP) that outlines the goals and the types of CBS services needed.
Contact Approved CBS Providers :
Once you're fully approved by the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), you can access Community-Based Support (CBS) services through Hearten LLC. We offer trained staff to assist individuals. Feel free to contact us with any questions or to discuss hiring staff of your choice, such as family or parent hire options, and customized activities and goals.
Email us at: info@hearten.me or Call us at: 609-666-0441​​