Rutgers Community Living Education Project
In-Person
(732) 235-3277
Somerset
The Rutgers Community Living Education Project (CLEP)
CLEP is a person-centered organization that supports individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, their families, and support professionals to create lives of choice by exploring the possibilities of community living, both in self-direction and provider-managed options. CLEP provides information, resources, and support as a person prepares to transition from the Children's System of Care (CSOC) to the NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD).
CLEP fulfills its Mission by:
- Highlighting the possibilities in community living through learning events, family meetings, and print and digital media;
- Sharing stories of individuals who have moved to a community setting;
- Accompanying individuals and families on visits to varied residential options
- Highlighting the many services and supports in the community
Our Values
- Person-Centered Planning
CLEP believes all activities and coordination of community living should be explored based on what is important TO and FOR the individual - Self-Advocacy for individuals with I/DD
CLEP is committed to supporting individuals as they advocate for their personal hopes and dreams - Collaboration
CLEP prioritizes open communication and collaboration between individuals, families, providers, and staff - Sharing Possibilities
CLEP is committed to showing that anyone can live in the community with the proper supports and services centered around the individual’s needs - Education
CLEP is dedicated to educating policymakers, community leaders, disability-focused professionals, and the general public with factual information about community living, supports, and services.
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Last Updated: 06/29/26