Spina Bifida Resource Network

Organizational Summary

The Spina Bifida Resource Network (SBRN) serves children and adults with spina bifida and other disabilities throughout NJ. Providing peer-led support groups and programs, educational and recreational events, financial assistance, resources and advocacy. Through their programs and events, they build supportive communities and empower individuals to increase knowledge, self-care, capabilities, independence and inclusion in school, employment and community activities.

The Mission:

To provide educational resources, social events and advocacy programs that empower people with disabilities and their allies to challenge perceptions, embrace interdependence and live their best lives.

Working with children, adults, families, providers and other allies, we empower people living with Spina Bifida and other disabilities by fostering knowledge and strengthening relationships and community.

The Vision:

A thriving community where people with disabilities have equitable access to resources and opportunities to optimize their wellness and realize their unlimited potential.
The Spina Bifida Resource Network prioritizes providing safe and open environments for participation and discussion in all of our programs. SBRN reserves the right, at our discretion, to deny a person from participating in any program due to behavior that is considered by SBRN to be inappropriate, violent, threatening, offensive or unwelcome, or that causes harm or discomfort, intentionally or not, to other SBRN participants, volunteers, invited guests or staff.

Contacts

Nanette Forte-Gerst

Executive Director

nforte-gerst@thesbrn.org 908-782-7475