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Tim Howard Leadership Academy
Join the Tim Howard Leadership Academy

High school students with TS, join us for an unforgettable four-day experience. Apply today!

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Youth Programs

We’re empowering youth with Tourette’s Syndrome and related disorders through education, peer support, and programs that build confidence, self-advocacy, and resilience.

Adult Programs

We provide adults with Tourette Syndrome access to meaningful programs, peer connections, and resources because the journey doesn’t end at 18.

Support for Parents & Caregivers

Providing expert guidance, educational programs, support groups, and trusted resources to help their children with Tourette Syndrome thrive at home, in school, and beyond.

Professionals

Equipping teachers, healthcare professionals, law enforcement, and community partners with evidence-based education, resources, and training to improve the understanding of Tourette Syndrome.

Our 2025 Impact

Elementary and Middle School Students Reached by a Youth Advocate

Professionals Reached through Education

Hours of Total Programming

Partner Organizations

Find Your Community

Grey Sky Films has produced a new series of videos to promote the impact NJCTS has had on families. Three families – the Straley’s, Ordonoez-Coronado’s, and Delaney’s – sat down with us to discuss thier journey with Tourette Syndrome. From the Family Retreatto school presentations, NJCTS brings the community together and helps navigate social, educational, and medical challenges.

Upcoming Events

NJ Walks for TS

NJ Walks for TS

May 2, 2026 at Duke Island Park

Our annual walk promotes awareness, acceptance, and advocacy of Tourette Syndrome and its associated disorders. Start a team, join a team, make a donation to a team member. 

Camp FantasTIC

Camp FantasTIC

Black Rock Retreat from June 19 – 21, 2026

This weekend allows children and their families to meet others with Tourette Syndrome to learn more about their diagnosis and engage with peer mentors in a fun, safe environment. Workshops provide a place for youth and parents to ask questions about TS and learn from mentors.

2025 Gala Group Photo

October 29, 2026 at Navesink Country Club

Join us as at the Bridgewater Mariott as we honor the continued growth, impact, and mission of the New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome and Associated Disorders.

NJCTS gave our family understanding, connection, and hope when my daughter was very young. Being part of NJCTS inspired her from the very beginning. Over time, she grew into a confident leader who now proudly educates others about Tourette syndrome. From walk events to summer camps, and now seeing her attend the Tim Howard Leadership Academy, we couldn’t be more proud of her journey. Hearing her speak at the Dare to Dream Conference was an incredibly powerful and emotional moment for our family. We are deeply grateful to NJCTS-not only for the opportunities it gave our daughter but also for connecting us with other parents who truly understand this journey.

Jennifer Trabilcy

We would honestly be lost without NJCTS! They have helped us weather so many storms that followed our daughter’s Tourette Syndrome diagnosis. From connecting us with trusted providers to visiting my daughter’s school to educate her peers and faculty, their impact has absolutely been life changing. With their help, my daughter has found her confidence inside of school and out. The support NJCTS provides has been the most valuable gift our family has received, and we can’t thank them enough for making sure we never feel alone on this journey!

Erica Tarnoff

What's New with NJCTS

Senator Andrew Zwicker Visits NJCTS

Senator Andrew Zwicker Visits NJCTS

The New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome and Associated Disorders, Inc. (NJCTS) was honored to welcome Senator Andrew Zwicker of New Jersey’s 16th Legislative District to its office on August 25. The visit marked an important moment of recognition and support for...

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Be the Reason Understanding Becomes Acceptance

Join us in our mission to support and uplift individuals with Tourette Syndrome through education, advocacy, and community engagement. Together, we can change lives by building understanding, acceptance, and opportunity for children and adults living with Tourette Syndrome and associated disorders. Your involvement and support fuel life-changing programs, education, and advocacy, helping families feel seen, supported, and never alone.