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Child Protection and Permanency is New Jersey's child protection and child welfare agency within the New Jersey Department of Children and Families. Its mission is to ensure the safety, permanency, and well-being of children and support families. CP&P is responsible for investigating allegations of child abuse and neglect and, if necessary, arranging for the child's protection and the family's treatment. The Child Abuse Hotline (State Central Registry) receives reports of child abuse and neglect 24-hours a day, 7-days a week. Reports requiring a field response are forwarded to the CP&P Local Office who investigates.

List of CP&P Local Offices After standard business hours, the hotline is linked to a statewide network of Special Response Units that respond to reports.

About reporting child abuse CP&P contracts with community-based agencies throughout the state to provide services for children and families. Services include counseling, parenting skills classes, substance abuse treatment, in-home services, foster care and residential placement. If a child has been harmed or is at risk of harm, CP&P may ask the county family court to place the child in foster care. Foster homes are provided by caring individuals who have completed an extensive licensing program.

Become a foster parent

If the family court determines a child cannot be safely returned home from foster care, CP&P will begin adoption planning.

How to adopt a child

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Child Protection and Permanency is New Jersey's child protection and child welfare agency within the New Jersey Department of Children and Families. Its mission is to ensure the safety, permanency, and well-being of children and support families. CP&P is responsible for investigating allegations of child abuse and neglect and, if necessary, arranging for the child's protection and the family's treatment.

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2-1-1 is a universally respected and growing national model. More than 14.3 million 2-1-1 connections to help were made in 2017. Today 94 percent of people living in the US have access to 2-1-1 services. Americans living in any one of our 50 states plus those residing in Washington DC and Puerto Rico now have access to community resources by dialing 2-1-1.

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My name is Katelyn Darrow, and I am the founder of a non-profit organization, The Angels Community Outreach, located in Pitman, New Jersey. My mission is to provide clothing, food, pet food, toiletries and more to those in need. The Angels Outreach is set up in a storefront in Pitman, where referred clients can shop at no cost. I started my mission July 2009 at just 12-years-old, and have provided clothing to over 50,000 families since opening. The Angels Community Outreach works together with local churches, agencies, and shelters, for referrals of people we can help together. With the way the economy is today, our organization wants to relieve financial stress from families by providing necessities such as clothes and toiletries. Our charity offers seasonal "shopping sprees", where disadvantaged clients can visit the Pitman storefront and shop for clothing, toiletries and food that are given to them for free.
To Learn about why I started The Angels Community Outreach CLICK HERE. To Learn about our Community Outreach Programs CLICK HERE.
Thanks for visiting the Angels of God website!

Thank you LightWorkers for coming out and doing this segment on The Angels Community Outreach!
The Golden Rule

Free Necessities for Struggling Families, Thanks to This Teen. When her family was struggling, Katelyn Darrow's community came to their aid. Now she's helping other families in need by providing free clothing and shoes.
Take a moment to watch our videos below.
Learn more about The Angels Community Outreach by watching this video.
I started my mission July 2009 at just 12-years-old.

Angels of God Opening Day July 2009
THANK YOU To Our Sponsor

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The Angels Community Outreach - Providing clothing, food and more to the needy.

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My name is Katelyn Darrow, and I am the founder of a non-profit organization, The Angels Community Outreach, located in Pitman, New Jersey. My mission is to provide clothing, food, pet food, toiletries and more to those in need. The Angels Outreach is set up in a storefront in Pitman, where referred clients can shop at no cost.

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St Thomas' Episcopal Church | Glassboro, NJ

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St. Thomas' is an Episcopal Church, a member of the Anglican Communion. Striving to walk a middle way between Roman Catholicism and Protestantism, we recognize the leadership of our Diocesan Bishop, our Presiding Bishop, and the Archbishop of Canterbury.

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Across the world, we are experiencing an unprecedented set of challenges as we all work together to prevent the spread of COVID-19 through social distancing and other protective measures. Having reliable, up to date information and resources to help us better understand COVID-19, necessary health and hygiene precautions, and strategies to maintain emotionalwell-being is important to us all.

The Boggs Center, as New Jersey's federally designated University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) and New Jersey's Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) program, has compiled a selection of resources from New Jersey and across the country that may be useful to the disability community across the state.  The resources are updated periodically based on the current status of the Coronavirus effort and the needs of our communities.

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Across the world, we are experiencing an unprecedented set of challenges as we all work together to prevent the spread of COVID-19 through social distancing and other protective measures. Having reliable, up to date information and resources to help us better understand COVID-19, necessary health and hygiene precautions, and strategies to

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The Mosaic Family Success Center is a community-based, family-centered neighborhood gathering place located in the heart of downtown Glassboro, NJ. Community residents can come to us for family support, interactive workshops, activities, and groups.

Our activities are always free and open to all families in the community.

Come Visit Us!

110 East High Street

Glassboro, NJ 08028

The Mosaic Family Success Center is operated

by Acenda Integrated Health.

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The Mosaic Family Success Center is a community-based, family-centered neighborhood gathering place located in the heart of downtown Glassboro, NJ. Community residents can come to us for family support, interactive workshops, activities, and groups. Our activities are always free and open to all families in the community. Come Visit Us!

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Mobile Response and Stabilization Services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to help children and youth who are experiencing emotional or behavioral crises. The services are designed to defuse an immediate crisis, keep children and their families safe, and maintain the children in their own homes or current living situation (such as a foster home, treatment home or group home) in the community.

To access services call:
1-877- 652-7624

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DCF | Mobile Response and Stabilization Services

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Mobile Response and Stabilization Services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to help children and youth who are experiencing emotional or behavioral crises. The services are designed to defuse an immediate crisis, keep children and their families safe, and maintain the children in their own homes or current living situation (such as a foster home, treatment home or group home) in the community.

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COVID-19: Mandatory Guidelines for Visitors and Staff

Effective 5:00pm March 14, 2020, Dementia Care Facilities, Long Term Care Facilities, and Pediatric Transitional Care Homes have new screening and restriction requirements for staff and visitors.
Mandatory Guidelines for Visitors and Facility Staff

Health Facility Regulation

The New Jersey Department of Health regulates a wide range of health care settings for quality of care, such as hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living residences, ambulatory care centers, home health care, medical day care and others ( complete list).

To ensure compliance with regulations, survey facilities investigate complaints and penalize facilities for non-compliance.

Finally, we certify aides and administrators in settings such as nursing homes to ensure their training, experience and background meet state standards.

Apply for a Credential

If you are interested in working in a health care facility, you might require a license or certification from the New Jersey Department of Health. Find out how to get certified.

Find Hospitals, Outpatient & Long Term Care Facilities

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COVID-19: Mandatory Guidelines for Visitors and Staff Effective 5:00pm March 14, 2020, Dementia Care Facilities, Long Term Care Facilities, and Pediatric Transitional Care Homes have new screening and restriction requirements for staff and visitors.

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CDC- Centers For Disease Control & Prevention

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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CDC is the nation's leading science-based, data-driven, service organization that protects the public's health. For more than 70 years, we've put science into action to help children stay healthy so they can grow and learn; to help families, businesses, and communities fight disease and stay strong; and to protect the public's health.

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National Coalition Against Domestic Violence

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National Coalition Against Domestic Violence

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NCADV | National Coalition Against Domestic Violence

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NCADV is the voice of victims and survivors. We are the catalyst for changing society to have zero tolerance for domestic violence. We do this by affecting public policy, increasing understanding of the impact of domestic violence, and providing programs and education that drive that change.

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Habitat for Humanity     Restore in Pitman

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Habitat for Humanity     Restore in Pitman

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Megan Varrell Gloucester County Habitat for Humanity mvarrell@gc-habitat.org 856-256-9400 x105 www.gc-habitat.org Gloucester County Habitat for Humanity joins international Homes, Communities, Hope + You campaign to help Gloucester County build back from COVID-19 PITMAN, NJ (May 11, 2020) - As the world continues to grapple with the public health crisis and the economic [...]Gloucester County Habitat joins international Homes, Communities, Hope + You campaign

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A Little about us

The Samaritan Center is located on 123A East High Street in Glassboro. Our program helps Glassboro residents only with economic difficulties by providing free food once per month.

We receive food from the state; however, a large portion of our food and monetary donations come from the generous people of our community, local churches, and schools.

Hours of Operation

We are open every Monday from 12pm - 3pm
and every Wednesday from 12pm - 3pm

Our Food Bank

We distribute donated and government issued food to Glassboro residents who need our assistance. Individuals and families who meet federal guidelines for low income status, receive food once each month. Food is distributed on Mondays and Wednesdays from 12pm - 3pm.

Our Clothing Closet

We provide gently used clothing for children, women and men. Prices range from 25 cents to $3.00. Clothes may be purchased on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am - 11am.

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Glassboro Food Bank - Samaritan Center in Glassboro, New Jersey

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A Little about us The Samaritan Center is located on 123A East High Street in Glassboro. Our program helps Glassboro residents only with economic difficulties by providing free food once per month. We receive food from the state; however, a large portion of our food and monetary donations come from the generous people of our community, local churches, and schools.

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Samaritan's hospice, palliative, and grief counseling services in South Jersey offer life-enhancing choices when you or a loved one need help coping with serious illness, end-of-life care, or grief. And we do it wherever suits you best. We can come to you or your loved one's home, assisted living residence, or other healthcare facility throughout South Jersey, or provide care in one of two home-like, South NJ inpatient hospice facilities.
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Samaritan Healthcare & Hospice South Jersey - Samaritan

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Samaritan's hospice, palliative, and grief counseling services in South Jersey offer life-enhancing choices when you or a loved one need help coping with serious illness, end-of-life care, or grief. And we do it wherever suits you best.

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Scholastic | Books for Kids | Learning Resources

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Find the best kids books, learning resources, and educational solutions at Scholastic, promoting literacy development for over 100 years.

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Math and Games for Kids, Teachers and Parents. Math lessons and fun games for kindergarten to sixth grade, plus quizzes, brain teasers and more.

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The First Seventh Adventist Church of Glassboro

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The First Seventh Adventist Church of Glassboro

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Glassboro Adventist Food Ministry
127 Earl Avenue Glassboro, NJ 08028 (856) 881-2662

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Adapting to life after a loved one dies is a hard transition, leaving kids vulnerable. They have the option to make choices with positive outcomes and choices with harmful outcomes. At Good Grief, children, teens, and families learn from each other as they adapt, rebuild their lives, forge meaning, and make healthy decisions with positive outcomes.

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Grief Support Center for Children & Families | Good Grief | NJ

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Adapting to life after a loved one dies is a hard transition, leaving kids vulnerable. They have the option to make choices with positive outcomes and choices with harmful outcomes. At Good Grief, children, teens, and families learn from each other as they adapt, rebuild their lives, forge meaning, and make healthy decisions with positive outcomes.

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This site will help to see if you are eligible for food assistance (SNAP), cash assistance (WFNJ/TANF or WFNJ/GA), and health insurance (NJFamilyCare/Medicaid).

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Healing Wings Community Center 502 E. Stanger Avenue Glassboro, NJ 08028 

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Healing Wings Community Center 502 E. Stanger Avenue Glassboro, NJ 08028 

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The food pantry is open to the public every Wednesday from 11 -3       (856) 442-0407

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Parents Anonymous -24 hour parent stress line/family help

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Parents Anonymous -24 hour parent stress line/family help

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1.800.THE-KIDS/1.800.843-5437
This agency provides resources for parents and, a listening ear to all that need someone to talk to.
(All calls are confidential)

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Mental Health Association in New Jersey, INC (MHANJ) makes every effort to post accurate and reliable information, however, it does not guarantee or warrant that the information on this Website is complete, accurate or up-to-date. This Website is intended solely for electronically providing information and convenient access to resources. All information is subject to change at any time without notice.

Links to external websites are limited to State and Federal agencies and/or State and federally funded local programs. The existence of a link to any of these programs shall not constitute an endorsement of such program by the MHANJ.

Unless otherwise noted on an individual document, file, Web page or other item, MHANJ grants user's permission to reproduce materials published by MHANJ on this Website so long as MHANJ is noted as the source, and the date the Web page was accessed, along with the date of publication of the material cited, is noted. All copyright and other proprietary notices must be retained in the same form and manner as on the original and the contents may not be modified in any way. The user agrees to abide by all additional restrictions provided on this site as it may be updated from time to time.

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A health network that provides primary care, dental, & mental health services. Receives funds through Federal Public Health Service.

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completeCareNJ.org - Welcome To Complete Care

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IF YOU THINK YOU HAVE BEEN EXPOSED TO THE CORONAVIRUS AND DEVELOP A FEVER AND SYMPTOMS, SUCH AS COUGH OR SHORTNESS OF BREATH, PLEASE CALL 856-451-4700 OR CLICK HERE TO REQUEST A SCREENING FOR COVID-19. IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING A MEDICAL EMERGENCY, PLEASE DIAL 911.

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Behavioral Health Services

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Coronavirus update: The best way to apply for eligibility for intellectual and developmental disability (I/DD) services through CSOC is through our online Family Portal. Get more information about the I/DD application. Additional COVID-19 resources are also available.

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PerformCare - New Jersey Children's System of Care

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NAMI-NJ                         National Alliance on Mental Illness

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Child Mind Institute | Transforming Children’s Lives.

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The Child Mind Institute is an independent nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of children struggling with mental health and learning disorders.

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The National Child Traumatic Stress Network

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The National Child Traumatic Stress Network

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CFTSI is a brief (5‐8 session), evidence‐based early intervention for children 7 to 18 years old that reduces traumatic stress reactions and the onset of PTSD. CFTSI is implemented within 30-45 days following a traumatic event or the disclosure of physical or sexual abuse.

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Center for Emotional Health- Cherry Hill

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Center for Emotional Health- Cherry Hill

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COVID-19 Statement: We provide a full range of telehealth assessment and treatment services.

Our Areas of Expertise

Anxiety and related disorders

Agoraphobia

Social Anxiety Disorder

Panic Disorder

Specific Phobia

Selective Mutism

Separation Anxiety Disorder

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Obsessive Compulsive and Related Disorders

Trichotillomania (Hair Pulling Disorder)

Excoriation (Skin Picking) Disorder

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Body Dysmorphic Disorder

Hoarding Disorder

Neurodevelopmental disorders

Tic Disorder

Tourette's Disorder

Disruptive Behavior Disorders

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Learning Disorders

Psychoeducational Evaluation and School Consultation

Psychological Evaluation and Forensic Psychological Evaluation

Child and Family Services
with CEH FamilyCare

Group Programs

At The Center for Emotional Health of Greater Philadelphia (CEH), we recognize the importance of connecting with others who have shared experiences. In addition to individual assessment and therapy, we facilitate skills-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) groups which utilize the group context to enhance therapeutic outcomes.

We also facilitate ongoing support groups to reduce the shame and stigma that are too often associated with psychological struggles.

Learn More

Our Staff

With a large staff of highly trained clinical specialists and office locations in Cherry Hill & Princeton, NJ, The Center for Emotional Health of Greater Philadelphia (CEH) is the region's premier outpatient behavioral healthcare provider specialized in the evaluation and evidence-based treatment of anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive and related disorders, and neurodevelopmental disorders.

CEH's FamilyCare center brings innovative clinical programming, consultation, and direct psychoeducational evaluation and clinical intervention services to schools, children, and their families in a comprehensive and coordinated service delivery model.

Training, Consultation, & Outreach

The Center for Emotional Health of Greater Philadelphia (CEH) can meet the diverse training and consultative needs of clinical, academic, and public advocacy groups, at any level or scale.

Learn More

CEH in the Media

CEH clinicians provide expertise via written articles, interviews, and consultation to media outlets in the interest of raising mental health awareness in and beyond our communities, in local and national arenas, providing education and discussion on a variety of mental health topics.

Our Locations

1910 Route 70, East, Suites 7 & 5

Cherry Hill, NJ 08003

(Atrium Professional Center)

Anxiety and Related Disorders

Obsessive Compulsive and Related Disorders

Tic disorders and Tourette's disorder

Insomnia

Psychological & forensic psychological evaluation

601 Ewing Street, Suite C-2

Princeton, NJ 08540

Anxiety and related disorders

Obsessive compulsive and related disorders

Tic disorders and Tourette's disorder

New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia

Call to inquire regarding other states of residence

Anxiety and related disorders

Obsessive compulsive and related disorders

Tic disorders and Tourette's disorder

1930 Route 70, East, Suite R91

Cherry Hill, NJ 08003

(856) 220-9672

Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD)

Learning disorders

Disruptive behavior disorders

Interpersonal/relationship struggles

Parent training/behavioral intervention

Psychological evaluation and school consultation

Clinical training and consultation

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Robin's Nest & Danellie Counseling Center are now Acenda Integrated Health

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Robin's Nest & Danellie Counseling Center are now Acenda Integrated Health

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Robins' Nest has merged with Cape Counseling Services and NewPoint Behavioral Health Care to form Acenda Integrated Health. Together with our affiliate partner, FamCare, Acenda offers a wide range of services for children, families, and individuals living in our communities. We look forward to serving you and your family!

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Robins' Nest has merged with Cape Counseling Services and NewPoint Behavioral Health Care to form Acenda Integrated Health. Together with our affiliate partner, FamCare, Acenda offers a wide range of services for children, families, and individuals living in our communities. We look forward to serving you and your family! Go now!

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Providing individuals with clinical services using an evidence-based approach.

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Gloucester County Division of Social Services

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Gloucester County Division of Social Services

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Address
400 Hollydell Drive
Sewell, NJ 08080

Phone
856-582-9200
856-582-2337 (TTY)

Office Hours
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday - Friday
Extended hours until 6:15PM the first and third Tuesdays of each month

Director of Social Services
Kathleen (Katie) Doyle

The Gloucester County Division of Social Services (formerly the Gloucester County Board of Social Services) was established in 1932 under the New Jersey Statutes Annotated, Title 44 to provide for widows and children. Through the years we have expanded to include many more services such as Medicaid, Food Stamps, Child Support and Paternity, emergency assistance and employment support activities as well as cash assistance to families and adults.

It is the mission and the responsibility of the Gloucester County Division of Social Services to provide an opportunity for self-sufficiency to individuals and families through economic and social service programs designed for this purpose . The Division and its employees are committed to offering these services in an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect without regard to race, creed, disability, sex or national origin. We are also dedicated to provide timely, efficient, cost-effective delivery of social, medical and economic programs in a compassionate and financially responsible manner.

Gloucester County Social Services is open and serving individuals online and by phone.

County residents who want to apply for SNAP food assistance, or cash assistance under the Work First New Jersey program can do so online at If you need to drop off paperwork, we have a drop box available out front of our office.For more information and contacts click the link below. https://www.njhelps.org/. We will be conducting interviews by phone, so you do not need to come into the office to apply for benefits.

http://www.gloucestercountynj.gov/documents/COVID19COUNTYOFFICESWITHRESTRICTEDACCESS.pdf

WE ARE ALSO AN APPROVED VOTER REGISTRATION SITE. PLEASE ASK A REPRESENTATIVE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Robert M. Damminger - Freeholder Director
Jim Jefferson - Freeholder Liaison

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Address 400 Hollydell DriveSewell, NJ 08080 Phone 856-582-9200856-582-2337 (TTY) Office Hours 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Monday - FridayExtended hours until 6:15PM the first and third Tuesdays of each month Director of Social Services Kathleen (Katie) Doyle The Gloucester County Division of Social Services (formerly the Gloucester County Board of Social Services) was established in 1932 under the New Jersey Statutes Annotated, Title 44 to provide for widows and children.

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Gloucester County Health & Human Services

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Homeless Intervention & Temporary Housing

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Program Highlights

Now enrolling children in preschool

Preschool Learning Community

Enroll your 3 or 4 year old in our preschool learning community. Applications now being accepted.

Our preschool learning community provides comprehensive early childhood education and support services in the areas of:

Health & Dental Care

Nutrition

Special Education

Parent skill workshops

Social Services

Provide a temporary home to a child or teen

Helping Hands Homes

Shelter Homes parents do extraordinary things. There are many children in need of a temporary home while they await family reunificaiton. Learn about how you can help some of these children as a shelter home parent.

Find, maintain and enhance your life in recovery.

Living Proof Recovery Center

Living Proof Recovery Center is a welcoming and safe place of hope for the recovery community. The program provides:

Connections to recovery resources

Wellness classes

Peer mentoring & coaching

Support groups

Enroll in affordable health insurance.

Navigator Exchange Program

Our trained, multi-lingual navigators can help you learn about your options for enrolling in affordable health insurance:

Discover what options are available for you and your family

Learn how to get covered after open enrollment is over

Understand information about your small business healthcare tax credits

Expanded footprint in North Jersey

Our reach across NJ has expanded

On January 1, 2020 Family Intervention Services joined forces with Center For Family Services, increasing our staff to more than 1400 dedicated team members and expanding our reach to include specialized services in Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Essex, Gloucester, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, Ocean, Salem and Sussex Counties.

Success Stories

This has become so much more than mentoring, he's become like a son to me.

The strength of DaQuan and Tyrone's relationship is remarkable. It is one full of trust, mutual respect, and ultimately, of friendship. It is the result of mentoring at its very best.

"I became a mentor because I could have used one in my life when I was young," recalls Camden Fire Department Captain, Tyrone Baker, "I was excited to become a part of a young person's life and make a real difference."

Tyrone found out about Center For Family Services mentoring program through the Fire Department in 2008. He was quickly matched up with then 12 year old DaQuan Johnson, also of Camden City.

DaQuan was struggling in school, constantly getting into trouble and succumbing to peer pressure. "I wasn't being a leader," says DaQuan, now an 18 year old... Read Full Story

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Center For Family Services is committed to changing the odds for children and families in our community by providing vision, hope, and strength for a better life through more than 50 programs across southern New Jersey focused on prevention, intervention, and education.

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NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities

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Phone: 609.633.1482 | Toll-free: 800.832.9173

For DDD updates related to COVID-19, please go to NJ Department of Human Services Novel Coronavirus Information.

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides public funding for services that assist New Jersey adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, age 21 and older, to live as independently as possible. Services are available in the community and in five state-run developmental centers.

To report suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation of an individual with an intellectual or developmental disability, call 800.832.9173 (then press 1) or email DDD. For more information about reporting suspected abuse and the abuse investigation process, go to Report Suspected Abuse.
Services for Children Under 21
For information about services for children under 21, visit the following:

NJ Division of Developmental Disabilities

PO Box 726, Trenton, NJ 08625-0726

( Physical: 222 South Warren Street, Trenton, NJ)

Phone: 609.633.1482 | Toll-free: 800.832.9173

Assistant Commissioner: Jonathan Seifried
Division Staff: 4,700+ (FT, PT, TES/Temporary Employment Services)
Division Budget: $1.8 billion (state and federal funds)

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NJ Commission for the Blind & Visually Impaired

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NJ State Legislature. This agency's mission is to promote and provide services in the areas of education,
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who are blind or visually impaired, their families and the community.

CBVI's service programs are designed to enable consumers to achieve full inclusion and integration in

These services are made available through state and Federal funding and for the most part, are provided
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Recently a reader emailed us and asked if we'd write a post about grieving a violent death. She'd been looking around the Internet for resources and information on the topic and had noticed the literature was a little light. That's not to say good resources don't exist, it just means they're hard to find, so if you have a recommendation please feel free to share in the comments below. Anyway, we are going to do our part to fill in the void, however, we're going to broaden the conversation a bit and discuss the concept of traumatic loss.

Now before I start throwing around labels and making generalizations, I have to make my usual speech about the differentness of individual grief. Although commonalities often exist amongst people who have experienced a certain type of loss, individual grief is as unique as the person experiencing it and their relationship with the person who died. Although some people might be able to relate to aspects of another person's grief, no one can completely understand how anyone else feels. On a whole, we recommend you learn what you can from what is 'typical' for a certain type of grief, but take differences with a grain of salt. Okay, with that said.

A note about trauma:

Just a little more talk of subjectivity (sorry for those of you who like things black-and-white); it's important to note that it isn't necessarily the specific nature of the death that makes it traumatic, rather how the event is interpreted and experienced by the individual. One cannot underestimate the impact of personal factors like emotional regulation, cognitive responses, secondary stressors, coping style, prior history of trauma, and access to support and resources in determining how a person responds to an event.

It is true that certain types of death happen in a way that they are more likely to be experienced as traumatic, but it isn't a given. So, for example, it is not a fact that a loved one's death by homicide or MVA ne must allow for a wide range of variability when it comes to potentially traumatic events. All deaths have the capacity to overwhelm, shock, terrify, and shatter worldview. In fact, will be experienced as traumatic, only that it potentially could be. Ultimately, o research has shown that PTSD symptoms are not only found in those who survive violent and sudden deaths, but also those who experience the death of a close person to terminal illness.

Okay, so what is traumatic loss?

There's variation in how traumatic loss is defined in the research, but for our purposes, I think this definition from Wortman & Latack (2015) does the trick:

"A death is considered traumatic if it occurs without warning; if it is untimely; if it involves violence; if there is damage to the loved one's body; if it was caused by a perpetrator with the intent to harm; if the survivor regards the death as preventable; if the survivor believes that the loved one suffered; or if the survivor regards the death, or manner of death, as unfair and unjust."

That's a pretty broad definition, and we should also add circumstances in which the survivor witnessed the death, when their own life was threatened, and when the mourner experiences multiple deaths.

In addition to the nature of the death, other trauma risk factors include:

Having to make medical decisions about life support, organ donation, etc

Uncertainty about whether the person has a died (ex. they are missing; information about their condition has not been disclosed)

Media attention

Limited opportunities for social support

Being blamed for the death

Prolonged court proceedings

Having a prior history trauma

What is the impact of experiencing a traumatic loss?

Generally speaking, it has been shown that traumatic death, especially violent deaths, lead to increased distress. For example, a 2003 study looking at the bereavement trajectories of 173 parents who experienced the death of a child by accident, suicide, homicide, or undetermined causes found that five years after the violent death 27.5% of mothers and 12.5% of fathers met the diagnosis for PTSD. These rates were significantly higher than those in the general population.

When someone experiences a traumatic death, their challenges become two-fold. One, they must cope with the trauma and two, they have to cope with their grief. The experiences of trauma and grief are two different things unto themselves, yet after a traumatic death, they get thrown into one big emotional blender. Things get tangled, thoughts and emotions get fused, and people sometimes find themselves utterly stuck. Understandably, it is not uncommon for people who've experienced a traumatic death to experience significantly more intense, pervasive, and prolonged symptoms.

After a Traumatic Loss One May Experience:

Many people live with the assumption that the world is a predictable, fair, and just place. They believe that they are in control, that they are generally safe and secure, and that other people can be trusted. Experiencing a traumatic death, something that feels profoundly meaningless and unjust, can shatter each of these assumptions and lead to a sense that the world is unsafe and unpredictable, that others are malicious and evil, and that one is powerless in protecting themselves. Going along with this, it is also common for one to question their faith and to feel abandoned by God after experiencing a traumatic event.

Ruminations:

It is common to ruminate about a death regardless of the circumstances. However, someone who has experienced a traumatic death might experience increased rumination as they seek to answer questions such as...

Why did this happen?

Who is to blame?

Did my loved one suffer?

Could their death have been prevented?

Did they know they were going to die?

Were they afraid?

What is the meaning, reason, or purpose for all of this?

Unfortunately, many people fail to find the answers they are searching for and they continue to struggle with the randomness and senselessness of the death as well as the pain of imagining what it must have been like for their loved one at the time of their death.

Feelings of guilt and blame:

Even when a person is clearly not at fault, it is common to struggle with feelings of guilt and self-blame. For example, one might feel guilty for circumstances that preceded the death but which could have played a part in the chain of events. A person might make appraisals about the inadequacy of their own actions, feelings, and behaviors at the time of the death or even ruminate over actions and conflicts between the mourner and deceased well in the past. Negative thoughts about guilt and self-blame can impact how a person adjusts to bereavement and are often associated with feelings of depression and anxiety.

Fear of grief and trauma reactions:

After a death mourners often feel as though they are going crazy, and, as noted, those who have experienced a traumatic loss often experience intensified and prolonged grief/trauma reactions. If a person interprets their symptoms as dangerous, threatening, or indicative of a larger mental or physical problem, they are more likely to fear and inhibit their reactions. Concerns about one's own reactions following a death add to existing emotion by causing additional anxiety, depression, anger or shame. Those who are fearful of their reactions may also engage in maladaptive and persistent avoidance of triggers or reminders which can contribute to the development of postraumatic stress disorder and which prevent the mourner from finding meaningful ways to continue their bond with their loved one.

Poor social support:

Evidence suggests that social support can reduce the impact of stressful life events. Sadly, after a death, many people don't receive effective support for a number of reasons. This is especially true after a traumatic death when the enduring impact of acute grief can last much longer than society has been taught to expect it. A few reasons why people do not receive effective support after a death include:

People don't know how to provide grief support

People make comments that minimize grief, discourage expression of grief and discussion of loved ones, and push mourners to move on

The bereaved may be inclined to physically and emotionally isolate, especially when they feel misunderstand by others

The bereaved may feel they feel ashamed, abnormal, or weak because they continue to struggle

The bereaved may seek support from therapists who are not trained in grief and/or trauma

Avoidance of trauma and/or grief related triggers prevent the bereaved from engaging with others

How do I cope after a traumatic death?

After a traumatic loss, it is important to find ways to process and cope with complicated emotions and reactions regarding the death and the trauma. I encourage you to look around the site at the hundreds of articles we have about coping with grief - especially those related to coping styles, self-care, understanding avoidance, secondary loss, guilt and grief, positives and pitfalls of support groups, and identifying an effective support system.

Finally, if you plan to seek support from a therapist I want to caution you that not all grief therapists have an understanding of trauma. Be selective when choosing a therapist, make sure they are licensed and ask questions about their experience working with trauma and grief. If you meet with a counselor a few times and don't feel as though things are going well, then don't be afraid to find someone else.
Check out our print resource on this topic - Surviving the Grief of a Traumatic Loss Subscribe

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Grief Support Groups in Gloucester County

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If you're looking for help with grief in Gloucester County or for a Gloucester County grief therapist, these professionals provide grief counseling and grief support. They include grief therapists, grief psychologists, grief psychotherapists and grief counselors. They can help with grieving, grief stages, stages of grief and grief loss.If you're looking for help with grief group therapy in Gloucester County or for a Gloucester County grief support group, these professionals provide grief counseling and grief support. They include Gloucester County grief support groups, grief psychologists, grief psychotherapists and grief counselors. They can help with Gloucester County grieving group therapy, grief stages, stages of grief and grief loss.

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Leaders in reading skills instruction for more than 50 years, the Institute of Reading Development is proud to offer online reading programs with university partners nationwide.

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The Temple University Child & Adolescent Anxiety Disorders Clinic (CAADC) provides evidence-based services for children and teens with anxiety, using a cognitive-behavioral treatment approach. In addition to our clinical work, we are always further evaluating the effectiveness of our approaches. We are staffed by advanced doctoral graduate students who are supervised by licensed Ph.D. clinical psychologists. Philip C. Kendall, Ph.D, ABPP, is our clinic director.

We are located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on the main campus of Temple University. If you believe your child could benefit from our services, you may contact us at (215) 204-7165 or at info@childanxiety.org for further information. See the Treatment page for more information about our services.

Due to COVID-19, all services will be offered via Telehealth until August 23, 2021. All therapy services will be offered in person in the fall. We will follow Philadelphia and Temple University COVID-19 safety guidelines when we return to in-person therapy.

Parents are encouraged to reference the following resource for discussing the current situation with their children: COVID19 Advice For Parents.

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The Temple University Child & Adolescent Anxiety Disorders Clinic (CAADC) provides evidence-based services for children and teens with anxiety, using a cognitive-behavioral treatment approach. In addition to our clinical work, we are always further evaluating the effectiveness of our approaches. We are staffed by advanced doctoral graduate students who are supervised by licensed Ph.D. clinical psychologists. Philip C. Kendall, Ph.D, ABPP, is our clinic director.

We are located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on the main campus of Temple University. If you believe your child could benefit from our services, you may contact us at (215) 204-7165 or at info@childanxiety.org for further information. See the Treatment page for more information about our services.

Due to COVID-19, all services will be offered via Telehealth until August 23, 2021. All therapy services will be offered in person in the fall. We will follow Philadelphia and Temple University COVID-19 safety guidelines when we return to in-person therapy.

Parents are encouraged to reference the following resource for discussing the current situation with their children: COVID19 Advice For Parents.

Follow us on Twitter @ChildAnxiety

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On behalf of the CAP Director and Network I would like to welcome you to "Empowering Your Children to be Safe, Strong and Free."
This NJCAP online session follows in-person workshops for staff and parents and guardians that recently took place in your child's school.

The workshop has been tailored for parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles and all those who care for children and have the most influence in their lives.

CAP 2021-2022 Grant Application

All public, private and parochial schools are welcome to apply for CAP funding. Please complete the applications that you are interested in by filling in the document from the links below, getting board approval and sending the signed and completed application by email to: njcap.applications@gmail.com. Only electronic copies will be accepted.

1. Public schools are requested to commit to a match of 30% of their total CAP program costs for the elementary CAP program and 50% for CAP's Bullying Prevention program.

2. Exceptions to this requirement are made for urban aide districts and those districts who can document financial need and/or other related factors.

3. The application will not be accepted without waiver documentation when requesting the exemption.

4. All applications must have board approval.

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Welcome to NJ CAP

New Jersey Child Assault Prevention (NJ CAP) is a statewide community based prevention program. With a motto "All Children Deserve to be Safe, Strong and Free" ®, the CAP program seeks to reduce children's vulnerability to abuse, neglect and bullying by providing comprehensive prevention workshops for children, parent and school staff. NJ CAP supervises 21 county CAP offices and over 200 program facilitators. The project is sponsored by the NJ Department of Children and Families and supported by school districts across the State. NJ CAP is one of 35 CAP Regional Training Centers of the International Center for Assault Prevention.

Are you concerned about a child who you suspect may be abused or neglected?

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Stand with the CAP motto that "All Children Deserve to be Safe, Strong and Free." ®

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The Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning defined SEL more than two decades ago. Today, we support states, districts and schools nationwide and convene leading thinkers to ensure SEL is a priority in every school nationwide.

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SEL is an integral part of education and human development. SEL is the process through which all young people and adults acquire and apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to develop healthy identities, manage emotions and achieve personal and collective goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain supportive relationships, and make responsible and caring decisions.

SEL advances educational equity and excellence through authentic school-family-community partnerships to establish learning environments and experiences that feature trusting and collaborative relationships, rigorous and meaningful curriculum and instruction, and ongoing evaluation. SEL can help address various forms of inequity and empower young people and adults to co-create thriving schools and contribute to safe, healthy, and just communities.

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CGS Family Partnership, Inc. is the Care Management Organization for Cumberland, Gloucester, and Salem Counties.CGS serves youth from age 5 up to their 21st birthday. Perform Care, our contracted system administrator will give special consideration to children younger than 5.