Patricia Carlesimo, Executive Director of LADACIN Network and Vice-President of the Alliance for the Betterment of Citizens with Disabilities (ABCD) was honored to present awards to Judith Persichilli, NJ Commissioner of Health and Assemblyman Daniel Benson on behalf of the Alliance for the Betterment of Citizens with Disabilities (ABCD).

On September 6th Patricia presented Commissioner Persichilli the ABCD Early Intervention Champion award honoring her dedication and advocacy efforts for the NJ Early Intervention System. On September 7th she presented Assemblyman Benson with the ABCD Legislator of the Year Award for his success advocating for the needs of children and adults with complex developmental disabilities and for program funding increases to sustain services. Kudos to ABCD for recognizing these amazing state leaders!