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08/14/2019

Children’s Specialized Hospital Addresses Adverse Childhood Experiences for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder Thanks to $90,000 Grant from the Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey

The Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey recently awarded Children’s Specialized Hospital Foundation $90,000 in support of a new program at Children’s Specialized Hospital. The goal of this project, which is a partnership between Children’s Specialized Hospital and Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, is to identify and support children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in the Newark area who have faced adverse childhood experiences.

08/06/2019

Marisa Tufaro Foundation Hosts 2nd Annual Boardwalk-Themed Family Fun Night For Patients

Thanks to the Marisa Tufaro Foundation, patients and families at PSE&G Children’s Specialized Hospital in New Brunswick were treated to a wonderful, Jersey Shore boardwalk-themed celebration in July. The evening included carnival games, live music, prizes, arts and crafts, a DJ, and summer food favorites in honor of Marisa Tufaro’s 16th birthday.

07/02/2019

Children's Specialized Hospital Patient Family Travels to Capitol Hill to Urge Congress to Continue to Support Medicaid

One local family took their story to Capitol Hill last week to urge Congress to advocate for children with special health care needs across the nation. The Drummond Family, from Piscataway, NJ, joined Children's Specialized Hospital and more than 50 patients and families in Washington, D.C., for the 15th Annual Speak Now for Kids Family Advocacy Day.