Call to Action
The Community Health Law Project fights every day for many vulnerable populations in New Jersey, including individuals with Developmental Disabilities.
For 47 years, the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) has provided a grant that allows us to help more than 200 families per year navigate healthcare, housing, insurance, and other legal challenges.
However, this vital resource is at risk as Governor Phil Murphy’s fiscal year 2026 state budget proposal includes cutting our DDD grant funding. This loss would have a devastating impact on the families we assist.
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Your Voice Matters
ACTION NEEDED - TAKE 2 MINUTES TODAY
Call Governor Phil Murphy's office (609) 292‑6000 and urge full restoration of DDD funds.
Email or call your state legislators and tell them why protecting this lifeline matters.
Press: NorthJersey.com Article
NJ Families Fear Loss of Legal Aid as State Considers Cuts to Disability Services
Joseph Hart stands with his 25-year-old son, Sam, who has Down Syndrome and complex medical needs.
Their family turned to the Community Health Law Project for legal aid after Sam’s in-home care hours were cut.
A new article in NorthJersey.com spotlights possible state cuts to the Community Health Law Project's dedicated funding from the 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 (𝗗𝗗𝗗).
“These are people who need help with housing stability, income security, home care services, guardianship, and access to health care,” Kerber said. “If they don’t get that help, they risk losing everything − housing, services and even the ability to live independently in their communities.”
Read the article, featuring President/Executive Director Erika Kerber, Esq., explaining the impact.