Project LEARN is the voice for individuals with special needs in the New York metropolitan Orthodox community.
With close ties to the relevant state agencies, and with successful advocacy efforts at the federal, state, and city levels, Project LEARN prioritizes the needs of a chronically underserved segment of the population, with a special focus on the unique needs of the Orthodox Jewish special needs population.
But it is at the individual level that Project LEARN shines. When a parent calls in, they know that they’ll be greeted with a warm hello and a sympathetic ear, with advice and understanding, and with recognition that their challenges are all of our challenges.
Whether it is navigating the bureaucratic maze of tuition reimbursement, working on school placement, or ensuring that regulations don’t limit provider availability, Project LEARN and its dedicated staff are here for you.
Resources
The following resources are for informational and background purposes only. Everyone’s situation is different, and different circumstances can make various parts of these resources non-applicable. For specific guidance on individual cases, please reach out to Project LEARN staff at at 212-797-9000, extension 326.
“Having a child with special needs is a tremendous challenge but knowing that there are people & an organization that is fighting for you and fighting for your child, is a tremendous source of chizuk to us. It really makes us feel like we’re not dealing with this on our own, but our challenge is the community’s challenge and we’re in this together.”
Aryeh Weiss
Parent of special needs child, Brooklyn NY