https://www.nj.com/opinion/2023/05/new-nj-law-benefits-people-with-autism-and-law-enforcement-opinion.html Some years back, we helped a teen on the autism spectrum get a summer job at a local camp. The job meant so much to him and helped him grow in many ways....
Another Fabulous Friday Night brought a joyous celebration of Shabbat to LifeTown on May 12, with Friendship Circle families, friends, and a group from JSDD and JESPY. The food was plentiful and the conversation...
When Nissim Black took the stage at LifeTown on May 9, the audience leaned forward just a little bit. “Let me see your wings!” he called as the crowd spread their arms and he...
The oohs and aahs kept coming all evening. Some of those attending the 2023 Friendship Circle Banquet at LifeTown experienced the facility for the first time, wandering through the LifeTown Shoppes, exploring specialty areas...
As they walked into LifeTown, their faces relaxed. Body posture shifted. “Sometimes, you just need to get out of the house,” said Susan Sass, as she and 20 other moms arrived at LifeTown on...
Celebrating the Dedication of the new Zero-Entry Pool Livingston, NJ – The 2023 Friendship Circle of New Jersey Banquet will honor six extraordinary people whose longtime support enables magic to happen at LifeTown throughout...
On a Sunday afternoon in March, six girls danced their hearts out for three hours at Amanda’s DanceXtensions, a studio in Florham Park. Their goal? To raise money for the Friendship Circle. After months...
Five reps at a time, music blaring, Jonathan Cohen, 33, kept going, one pull-up after another. At 200 he was still fresh and full of energy. By 500 he was winded but cheerful, but...
By JOANNE PALMER, NJ Jewish Standard The point of LifeTown, the extraordinary place in Livingston that offers programs for people with — and without — special needs in an environment that is safe, stimulating,...
Lions and Giraffes and Hyenas, oh my! A jungle theme ran through the Purim festivities at LifeTown, starting in late February, when teens and adult volunteers were already busy packing goodies to deliver as...