About Cape Atlantic I.N.K.
Cape Atlantic I.N.K. (Integrated Network for Kids) is a non-profit Care Management Organization that facilitates and coordinates care for children with the most complex emotional and behavioral needs in the counties of Atlantic and Cape May, New Jersey.
Our Mission
The mission of Cape Atlantic I.N.K. is to create solutions together with youth, young adults, and their families, in partnership with the community, that facilitate desired changes in their lives and enhance their ability to live and thrive in their community.
Our Vision
Healthy Families: Thriving Communities
The NWI works to promote understanding about the components and benefits of wraparound, and to provide the field with resources to facilitate high-quality and consistent wraparound implementation. more...
We use a wraparound model in helping families. The wraparound model is based on individualized, needs-driven planning and services. It is not a program or a type of service. It is a value-based and an unconditional commitment to create services on a "one-kid-at-a-time" basis. more...
Cape Atlantic Integrated Network for Kids, Inc. currently holds a Three-Year Accreditation from CARF International
CARF stated our commitment to our youth, young adults, and their families as, "The persons served are benefitting greatly from the programming provided. Strong leadership and caring dedicated staff members and teamwork are evident throughout the organization." " more...
Our Cultural Competency Commitment
"Cape Atlantic I.N.K’s Cultural Competency Committee will undertake to strengthen our cultural competence through cultural awareness, cultural knowledge, and cultural sensitivity by building a community of staff, families, and system partners to practice cultural diversity through training, policy development, and service delivery". Cape Atlantic I.N.K. continues to strive for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in our workplace, in our community and to our persons served.
“Inclusivity means not ‘just we’re allowed to be there,’ but we are valued. I’ve always said: smart teams will do amazing things, but truly diverse teams will do impossible things.” - Claudia Brind-Woody
Cape Atlantic INK Strategic Plan
Cape Atlantic Integrated Network for Kids' (I.N.K.) Strategic Plan has been built on feedback provided by families, staff, leadership and the NJ Division of Children’s System of Care (CSOC). This Strategic Plan provides demographic information of the youth and young adults Cape Atlantic I.N.K. more...
Cape Atlantic I.N.K.'s Annual Report
Cape Atlantic Integrated Network for Kids (I.N.K.) is a private non-profit organization who provides integrated care management services to youth/young adults ages 3-21 with serious emotional, behavioral developmental, and substance use challenges in Atlantic and Cape May counties. Using the Wraparound/Child Family Team model it is the goal of the organization to remove barriers to care and support the development of a sustainable long-term plan that allows youth and families to succeed in managing their needs. more...
Our Corporate Compliance Plan
This Compliance Plan outlines the means by which the Organization will meet its ethical and legal obligations and its own high standards of integrity and quality, and by which it will foster a culture of compliance more...
For a quick reference view of our Federal Deficit Reduction Act Policy that is specific to Cape Atlantic I.N.K.'s commitment to defend against Fraud, Waste, and Abuse, go here...
Lighthouse Services: Anonymous Reporting
Cape Atlantic INK is pleased to announce that, effective March 1, 2018, we have engaged Lighthouse Services, Inc. to live up to the high ethical standards that make each of us proud to be associated with our organization and recognized as a beacon of ethical behavior throughout our industry.
- Theft, fraud, waste or abuse of resources
- Harassment or discrimination
- Accounting or financial irregularities
- On-the-job drug or alcohol abuse
- Violence or threatening behavior
- Violations of laws, regulations, policies, or procedures
- Conflict of interest
- Health and safety concern more...
Visit Cape Atlantic ResourceNet to explore community resources and services available to families and professionals in Atlantic and Cape May Counties. This mobile-friendly, translatable directory offers up-to-date listings for local support groups, workshops, webinars, events, and activities across both counties. You can also find providers offering basic needs assistance, clinical and therapeutic services, after-school and recreational programs, special needs supports, and much more.
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Importance of Water Safety
While the warm weather of the summer makes it a great time to be around a pool, ocean, or lake, water safety is crucial for staying safe and preventing drownings. Here are some tips to keep in mind while enjoying the water. Massi’s Mission is a great organization dedicated to water safety education for those with special needs. You can find out more here: ....
Please click on this link for a wide range of services to assist those who are interested in gaining knowledge about service options: Immigrants' Rights and resources. Click for information
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If you need emotional support, reach out to the national mental health hotline: 988. Using the 988 Lifeline is free. When you call, text, or chat the 988 Lifeline, your conversation is confidential. The 988 Lifeline provides you judgment-free care. Connecting with someone can help save your life.
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A Warm Thank You to Our Families
We want to thank you, our families, for your participation in completing these surveys in offering us feedback by enhancing our collaboration and partnership in creating "Healthy Families, Thriving Communities!"