Programs
NJCBVI Sponsored Programs in Morris Plains, NJ
VLANJ Fellowship Program 2025
What is the VLANJ Fellowship Program?
Vision Loss Alliance of New Jersey is excited to offer the VLANJ Fellowship Program to Independent Living Older Blind Consumers (age 55+) and Transition-Age College Students (ages 18–21) starting in February 2025. The program is designed to build community and connection among individuals experiencing vision loss or blindness.
For more information on this program, please contact Trisha Ebel, Outreach Specialist at tebel@vlanj.org or 973-627-0055 Ext 9.
Program Details
Program Goals
The Fellowship Program provides opportunities for participants to share knowledge, develop communication and professional skills, and explore each other’s unique interests and experiences. Sessions will be held twice a month via Zoom, along with three in-person events featuring guest speakers, guided discussions, and interactive experiences.
Eligibility
- Consumers with an open case with the NJ Commission for the Blind & Visually Impaired
- Actively served in the ILOB Program or VR College Unit (ages 18–21)
- Must be able to join Zoom via app or phone
- Must commit to the full schedule
Zoom Meetings Schedule
Fridays, twice a month (February – November 2025)
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
In-Person Meetings Schedule
March 14, June 13, and September 26, 2025
10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
201 Littleton Road, Suite 150, Morris Plains, NJ 07950
Referral Process
Complete the VLANJ Fellowship Program referral form and email it to Vocational Rehabilitation Assistant Za’Kiayah Johnson at Za’Kiayah.Johnson@dhs.nj.gov
