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A man in a black t-shirt and glasses stands in a modern kitchen, holding a measuring cup with flour while preparing food. Various baking ingredients, utensils, and kitchen supplies are spread across the countertop.

Finding ‘Home’ Beyond Four Walls

The journey of Alex P. who moved across state lines to find community at Best Buddies Living.

Living Comes to Jersey

Living the Dream: How Best Buddies Living is Redefining Inclusion and Independence in New Jersey

Best Buddies Living is unlike any other residential program

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School Staff Praise Best Buddies’ Donna Morgan and Pre-ETS Program

Students at Donald M. Payne Sr. Tech have been practicing skills in the Pre-ETS program.

Students Shoot for the Stars

Students Reach for the Stars in Best Buddies in New Jersey Pre-Employment Program

Students at Donald M. Payne Sr. Tech have been practicing skills in the Pre-ETS program.

Danny's Holiday Hits on Steel Drum

Danny’s Holiday Hits on Steel Drum

Watch Pre-ETS participant, Danny, play holiday hits on his steel drum!

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“My experience so far…” with Marianne Rosa

Marianne Rosa, Pre-ETS participant, highlights what she’s learned so far.

Best Buddies in NJ Friendship Pair Kelsey and Elizabeth

Youth Today article highlights NJ Friendship program pair!

Get to know Elizabeth and Kelsey!

Best Buddies in New Jersey 2022 Friendship Walk participants

Friendship Walk raised $85,360 for New Jersey Programs

Thank you to all our friends, walkers, followers, sponsors!

Best Buddies in New Jersey Employer Partner of the Year

Employer Partner of the Year Award

Watch the special presentation here.

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