Transportation · Franklin Park, NJ
Transportation for Adults with I/DD in Franklin Park, NJ
Reliable rides that get adults 21 and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities safely to and from the Folak Adult Social Day Program, community outings, and activities — in vans that are also wheelchair-accessible.
Definition
What is transportation in the Folak day program?
Transportation is safe, reliable travel to and from the day program, community outings, and activities. Vans are wheelchair-accessible; arrangements follow each person's plan, and New Jersey DDD authorizes and funds transportation separately from day-habilitation hours.
What does Folak's transportation include?
Folak provides reliable transportation to and from the day program and out into the community, with trained staff who support each rider on and off the van — so a ride is never a barrier to taking part. Vans are wheelchair-accessible.
Accessibility is built in. Folak's vans are wheelchair-accessible, and the day program itself is wheelchair-accessible, so adults who use wheelchairs or other mobility devices can join fully. Staff assist with pickup and drop-off, boarding, and securement, keeping each rider safe and comfortable.
Rides connect the day. Transportation covers the trip to and from the Franklin Park program and supports community outings — libraries, parks, stores, volunteering, and recreation — that are central to a community-based day program under the federal HCBS Settings Rule cited by CMS.
Who is transportation for?
Transportation helps adults 21 and older with I/DD who need a safe, reliable way to reach the day program and community activities — including adults who use wheelchairs or other mobility devices.
Adults who use mobility devices benefit most from wheelchair-accessible vans and trained support, which remove a common barrier to attending a day program. Families no longer have to choose between participation and the logistics of getting there.
Families and caregivers gain dependable coordination. Reliable transportation lets caregivers keep working or attend to other responsibilities while their adult relative gets to and from the program safely.
How does transportation funding work?
New Jersey DDD authorizes and funds transportation separately from day-habilitation hours. The Support Coordinator adds transportation to the Individualized Service Plan, and Folak coordinates the schedule with each family.
Transportation is planned line by line. Per New Jersey DDD, day-habilitation hours exclude transportation, which is authorized and billed separately within each participant's Individualized Service Plan and budget. Because the Support Coordinator manages the ISP, families keep full choice over how transportation fits their services.
Getting started begins with a conversation. Families reach Folak at (732) 860-9104 or folakhealthcarellc@gmail.com and ask their DDD Support Coordinator to add transportation to the plan; once authorized, Folak arranges pickup and drop-off around the participant's schedule.
What makes Folak's transportation safe and reliable?
Trained staff, accessible vehicles, and clear family communication make each ride safe. Folak follows New Jersey DDD's family-protection standards so caregivers have peace of mind on every trip.
Safety anchors every trip. Staff support boarding and securement, and Folak follows New Jersey DDD family-protection laws — Stephen Komninos' Law for staff screening and guardian communication, and Danielle's Law for emergency response — the same standards that govern the rest of the program.
Dependability keeps families informed. Folak coordinates pickup and drop-off times with each household and communicates changes, so transportation stays a reliable part of the participant's routine rather than a source of stress.
What do families ask about transportation?
Are Folak's vehicles wheelchair accessible?
Yes. Folak uses wheelchair-accessible vans, and the day program itself is wheelchair-accessible, so adults who use wheelchairs or other mobility devices can attend and take part fully. Staff assist with boarding and securement on every trip.
How is transportation funded?
New Jersey DDD authorizes and funds transportation separately from day-habilitation hours. Once a Support Coordinator adds transportation to the Individualized Service Plan and it is authorized within the participant's budget, DDD funding covers it — arrangements vary by each person's plan.
Where does Folak's transportation go?
Transportation covers trips to and from the Franklin Park day program and supports community outings — parks, libraries, stores, volunteering, and recreation — that are part of a community-based day program.
How do we add transportation to our plan?
Contact Folak at (732) 860-9104 or folakhealthcarellc@gmail.com, then ask your DDD Support Coordinator to include transportation in the Individualized Service Plan. After authorization, Folak coordinates pickup and drop-off around the participant's schedule.
Is transportation available for community outings, not just the ride in?
Yes. In addition to the trip to and from the program, transportation supports supervised community activities, consistent with New Jersey DDD's emphasis on community-based, non-isolating day services.
What other services does Folak offer?
Day Habilitation
Structured daytime programming that builds daily-living, social, and self-care skills — promoting independence, routine, and meaningful engagement for adults with I/DD.
Individual Support
One-to-one assistance matched to each person's goals — support with daily routines, communication, and personal care, delivered with dignity and choice.
Behavior Management
Positive behavioral support that helps individuals self-regulate, communicate needs, and reduce barriers to participation, guided by each person's plan.
Prevocational Training
Work-readiness skill-building — task sequencing, soft skills, and work habits — that prepares individuals for volunteer roles and future employment.
Community-Based Support
Staff-supported access to the wider community — errands, recreation, volunteering, and local activities — that builds real-world skills and natural connections.
Community Inclusion
Opportunities to take part in community life — outings, social groups, and civic activities — that build belonging beyond the program walls.
Respite
Short-term, reliable relief care that gives family caregivers a break while their loved one stays safely supported and engaged.
How do you start adult day services in Franklin Park, NJ?
Start with a visit. Schedule a tour or call us, and our team walks you through the center, answers your questions, and sets up a simple intake assessment.