How Community Based Supports (CBS) Help NJ Adults Build Real-World Independence

Community Based Supports (CBS) are one-on-one services that promote independence and inclusion outside the home. In NJ, CBS is used to help adults with IDD master life skills such as using public transportation, grocery shopping at local stores, and participating in community events at NJ libraries or parks.

Individual Supports vs. Community Based Supports

Feature	Individual Supports	Community Based Supports (CBS)
Location	Inside the Home	In the Community
Primary Goal	Self-care / Daily Living	Social Skills / Independence
Budget Code	SP or CCP	SP (Supports Program)
Staff Focus	Cooking, hygiene, chores	Shopping, travel, socializing

Why CBS Matters in 2026

With the 2026 emphasis on "Social Integration," families are using CBS to fight isolation. KindCrest’s CBS specialists are trained to facilitate "Semantic Socializing"—connecting individuals to peers with similar interests in their local NJ county.