We’re proud to share that Shanay Rowe, Ed. D, Bancroft’s Senior Director of Risk & Compliance, has been appointed by the NJ Department of Human Services to the Disability Mortality and Abuse Prevention Advisory Committee. Her leadership will help advance efforts to strengthen protections and improve outcomes for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across New Jersey. We’re grateful to Commissioner Cha and Deputy Commissioner Kaylee McGuire for the opportunity. Shanay’s dedication to protecting those we support reflects Bancroft’s commitment to improving the lives of every member of the disability community. Learn more: https://www.bancroft.org/blog/shanay-rowe-appointed-nj-committee/
April is Autism Acceptance Month – a time to listen, learn, and strengthen our commitment to building a more inclusive world. Every day, we see what’s possible when individuals with autism are understood, supported, and given the opportunity to thrive. That’s what One World. For Everyone. means to us.
More than a century ago, Margaret Bancroft opened her home to one child because she believed every child deserved the chance to learn, grow, and thrive. At a time when few shared that belief, she chose patience, hope, and love, building what would become Bancroft. This Women’s History Month, we begin by honoring the woman who started it all. In the weeks ahead, we’ll share stories of women across Bancroft who carry her legacy forward. 🔗 Read Margaret’s story: https://bit.ly/3ZYf4CI hashtag#WomensHistoryMonth hashtag#WHM hashtag#WHM2026
Today we welcomed our new President & CEO, Greg Passanante, to the Bancroft team! Only the 10th president in our 140+ year history, it’s a special moment as we step into a new chapter.
Welcome to Bancroft, Gregory Passanante! Greg has been named Bancroft’s next President & CEO, only the tenth in our history. He comes to us from Shriners Children’s Hospital and is a seasoned healthcare executive with over 20 years of leadership experience across hospital administration, clinical operations and nursing. He’s committed, passionate, and innovative, and we are excited for his vision to come to life for the individuals and entire communities we support. Greg succeeds Toni Pergolin, who is retiring after 22 years at the helm of Bancroft. Thank you, Toni, for leaving such a remarkable legacy. And welcome to our world, Greg! We are so happy to have you. Click here for the full story: https://lnkd.in/e7nHziU3
What a month! 🎉 It was wonderful to see our Bancroft community come together to celebrate the incredible DSPs who make a difference every single day. 💙 DSP Week always turns into DSP Month at Bancroft because one week is never enough! Thank you to all the DSPs out there changing lives and providing quality care!
We’re excited for the launch of the Autism & Adulthood Seminar Series, presented in collaboration with A.J. Drexel Autism Institute. This series will bring together leading experts to share new research and clinical insights on key issues impacting adults with autism. The first seminar kicks off on Monday, August 25, with Dementia in Autism: Research Updates and Clinical Implications, presented by Giacomo Vivanti, Ph.D. 📆 August 25, 2025 🕛 12:00 – 1:00 PM EST 🔗 Join via Zoom: https://lnkd.in/eznB-X-v (Meeting ID: 864 1011 2454) We’re looking forward to the conversations this series will spark and to learning alongside our partners, colleagues, and community. #Autism #AutismResearch #SeminarSeries #Dementia
