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Creating Opportunities for Autism Support in NJ, DE & PA

I’m extremely honored to be 1 of 9 that were chosen for South Jersey Magazines “Men of the Year 2024”

Puzzle Pieces Squared ( P2 ) would not be what it has become without all of you opening up your hearts to my vision. Also, I could never forget the backbone of our foundation: the committee.. both past and present. As I always say, we are just getting started.

Jared Silverstein

Our Story

At Puzzle Pieces Squared (P2), we understand the unique challenges and joys of raising children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) because our journey started the same way.

Born from a deeply personal experience, P2 was founded to turn our family’s struggles into a mission of hope and support for others. When our twins were diagnosed with ASD, we faced the emotional and financial barriers that so many families encounter. We didn’t plan for this…

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Why? Because they were born with autism. Just like thousands of other families, we went through a range of emotions and struggled to find the information and support we needed to give our boys the tools they needed to cope with a world that can so often be totally overwhelming. Puzzle Pieces Squared was formed to provide information and assistance to families primarily in the south New Jersey, Philadelphia, Southeastern Pennsylvania and Delaware area. Our focus is simple: provide help to one family at a time.

In 2004, we were blessed with two beautiful boys. More than ten years later, we would not have guessed the time, energy, support, love, money, tears, pain and frustration our wonderful, different little boys would give and take of our family.

Why Puzzle Pieces Squared?

The capital P is because it stands out and we want to stand out and make a difference. The puzzle pieces accurately represents the diversity of the individuals affected by Autism, and the squared represents our twins and it all works with our mission statement of helping to find the missing piece to give hope back to families.

Ways Puzzle Pieces Squared Can Help Your Family:

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Therapy payment

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Respite Care

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Afterschool Activities

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Summer Camps

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Life Skill Classes

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Just to name a few…

So spread the word and help make a difference.

How we work

Step 1

Please fill out the form HERE, our President, Jared, will contact you within a few days.

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Step 2

The next steps include providing some information and documentation with our Grant Intake Form.

Step 3

You receive an email / or phone call where you speak to Jared about your needs, background, etc. Jared will work closely with you to ensure that your family or classroom receives the support it most needs.

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Families

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I didn’t want anyone to feel stuck or lost, like we did. I wanted people to know that there was help out there, that they weren’t alone. I wanted to start a community.

Jared Silverstein

Founder of P2

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A huge thank you to Lisa J. for your kind words! 💖🌟 We’re so grateful to hear about your wonderful experience with us. Knowing that the playground has brought so much joy to your son and has become a space for playdates and daily enjoyment truly warms our hearts. Our mission is to support and uplift families, and your feedback reaffirms why we do what we do. We’re thrilled that we could provide the help and resources you needed in such a timely manner. For anyone looking to learn more about our work and how we support local families, visit: puzzlepiecessquared.org #Gratitude #P2Autism #CommunitySupport #FamilyFirst #MakingADifference #ThankYou #PositiveImpact #LocalCharity #SupportAndCelebrate #HeartwarmingStories #ClientFeedback

A huge thank you to Lisa J. for your kind words! 💖🌟 We’re so grateful...

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Our objective is to be able to help and provide grants to a minimum of four local families a year to help aid them in supporting their children on the Autistic Spectrum.

Sponsors

Puzzle Pieces Squared has some great sponsors / supporters who deserve a great round of applause! They help make it all possible and they have our sincere and heart-felt thanks. Please support them in turn and stop by to say “hi” to them during our fundraising events.

Testimonials

You’d be hard pressed to find a charitable foundation that gives as much personalized, committed assistance to its beneficiaries as Puzzle Pieces Squared. The organization was born out of founder Jared Silverstein’s personal life experience, and the empathy, understanding and practical help he offers autistic individuals and their families is a reflection of his journey. Puzzle Pieces Squared’s goal of addressing specific needs unique to each family it helps is unmatched and truly commendable. If you’re looking for worthy charitable organization to support, please consider P2.
Anthony Sergi
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You’d be hard pressed to find a charitable foundation that gives as much personalized, committed assistance to its beneficiaries as Puzzle Pieces Squared. The organization was born out of founder Jared Silverstein’s personal life experience, and the empathy, understanding and practical help he offers autistic individuals and their families is a reflection of his journey. Puzzle Pieces Squared’s goal of addressing specific needs unique to each family it helps is unmatched and truly commendable. If you’re looking for worthy charitable organization to support, please consider P2.
Anthony Sergi
Anthony Sergi
Jared and Trish are 110% committed to helping families in our area have an easier life with autism. At their annual events, I have heard heartfelt stories from parents whose child’s life has been greatly improved by the help from Puzzle Pieces Squared. Their thanks are often shared with tears of gratitude and genuine awe at how Trish & Jared have paved the way for others to receive support, supplies, and assistance without ever asking for anything in return. Selfless, driven, helpful, honest, and above all, an inspiration to any parent and family with autism in their lives.
Donna Sadwin
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Jared and Trish are 110% committed to helping families in our area have an easier life with autism. At their annual events, I have heard heartfelt stories from parents whose child’s life has been greatly improved by the help from Puzzle Pieces Squared. Their thanks are often shared with tears of gratitude and genuine awe at how Trish & Jared have paved the way for others to receive support, supplies, and assistance without ever asking for anything in return. Selfless, driven, helpful, honest, and above all, an inspiration to any parent and family with autism in their lives.
Donna Sadwin
Donna Sadwin
The Silversteins are a remarkable family who have made their organization their life’s work. Jared and Trish deserve all the support as they will passionately pay it forward to help other families with similar circumstances to have better lives. Their genuine and authentic service is a gift for so many! and also an amazing example to their own children and future generations of how to love, support, and help one another grow despite challenge, adversity and differences.
Eva Siddall
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The Silversteins are a remarkable family who have made their organization their life’s work. Jared and Trish deserve all the support as they will passionately pay it forward to help other families with similar circumstances to have better lives. Their genuine and authentic service is a gift for so many! and also an amazing example to their own children and future generations of how to love, support, and help one another grow despite challenge, adversity and differences.
Eva Siddall
Eva Siddall
Have been working with their leadership for many years. Continuously impressed with their commitment to supporting children with autism as well as the unsung heroes: their families and their communities. Having also personally met many of the families who received help from Puzzle Pieces Squared, the gratification has been far beyond words.
Brad Klein
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Have been working with their leadership for many years. Continuously impressed with their commitment to supporting children with autism as well as the unsung heroes: their families and their communities. Having also personally met many of the families who received help from Puzzle Pieces Squared, the gratification has been far beyond words.
Brad Klein
Brad Klein
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