METROWEST RESOURCES & SERVICES
Local resources and services compiled by MetroWest ABLE, a network of community leaders and professionals who support and advocate for individuals with special needs and their families.  For more information about these resources please contact Rebecca Wanatick at (973) 929-3129 or

>> MetroWest Resources & Services (PDF)

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ABLE AWARDED CONGREGATIONS
MetroWest ABLE is in the process of recognizing congregations that meet specific criteria to become ABLE Awarded.  MetroWest ABLE has created a self-assessment tool to be used by synagogues to gauge their level of accessibility and plan for further enhancements. Congregations that embark on this process can achieve special recognition from the MetroWest community as an ABLE AWARDED synagogue.  

>> How Inclusive are We? (PDF)
>> Congregational Inclusion Chart (PDF)

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SHABBAT SHELEM RESOURCES
Shabbat Shalem, a Shabbat that is "whole and complete," brings together MetroWest synagogues in recognition of the importance of including individuals with disabilities and their families in every aspect of Jewish life.  Shabbat Shalem is one way in which our congregations can shed light on the importance of inclusion and raise the level of awareness of services within the Jewish community.

>> Shabbat Shalem Resource Flyer (PDF)
>> Suggested Programming Ideas (PDF)

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ASL INTERPRETER SUBSIDY INFORMATION
MetroWest ABLE has funds available to subsidize the costs of a sign language interpreter for your congregation. If you are planning a community program and would like to have a sign language interpreter to better meet the needs of your congregation, please contact me. I have several resources available to identify local interpreters and would be able to assist in funding the effort. Click here to access additional information and the application.

>> ASL Interpreter Subsidy Letter (PDF)
>> ASL Interpreter Application (PDF)

MATERIALS AVAILABLE FOR LOAN
Through a grant from The Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey, MetroWest ABLE has been able to make the following items available to be shared throughout our MetroWest community. If you would like to borrow one of the items, please contact Rebecca Wanatick, Community Coordinator for MetroWest ABLE at (973) 929-3129 or at

>> New Resources Available (PDF)

METROWEST CONGREGATIONAL INCLUSION CHART
Congregations across MetroWest provide accommodations for members of the community with disabilities. By creating accessible facilities and programming, congregations afford opportunities for individuals and their families to fully participate in Jewish life in MetroWest. For more information on the accommodations provided in specific MetroWest congregations, please click here.