When Nancy first came to Declarations, the idea of living independently and going to college was inconceivable to her. Nancy recently graduated from Brookdale Community College with a two-year degree and has plans to attend nursing school.

“Now I have a lot of independence,” she says. “I just feel like I can be my own person.” When asked why she wanted to be a nurse, Nancy stated: to help other people the way that Declarations has always helped me.” – Nancy D., Eatontown, NJ

Nikki J. began his journey with Declarations in the fall of 2011. When asked what was the best part of Declarations’ program, he replied, “They take time out to help you. They save people’s lives and it’s so wonderful, so beautiful.”

“Declarations has helped me recognize the potential within myself. It’s the independence factor. I like being able to make my own decisions and live my own life.” -Nikki J., Freehold NJ

At age 18, Rob got into a motorcycle accident that left him with severe brain trauma and numerous physical injuries. Twenty years later, he now lives with his mother who has been caring for him on a daily basis. Rob lost faith in the providers he dealt with over the years because he felt they focused only on what he wasn’t able to do and neglected his potential.

“Declarations has been my service provider for over one year now. During this time, I have found them to be reliable and dedicated. I have been happy with the way they allow me to decide how I want to live.”-Rob D., Berkeley Heights NJ

Julia has been caring for her adult son for the better part of her life. Experience with incompetent care providers had fueled a strong distrust of the industry. She needed an organization with integrity, and she found Declarations. According to her, Declarations has the best trained staff she’s ever worked with, and for the first time ever, she trusts an agency with her son.

“Declarations is the most reliable organization my family has worked with. My son has never been in better hands.”– Julia D., Berkeley Heights NJ

Before she found Declarations, Karen had been living independently for many years, but required consistent visits by her mother for assistance. Karen lacked the self-confidence she needed to achieve the independent life she deserved. Now with the help of Declarations, she is making her own appointments, scheduling her own transportation and managing her own finances.

“Declarations is very reliable and followed through with all their promises. Most importantly though, they help me with the things that I want help with. No other agency has done that for me.” – Karen G., Dover NJ