The last few weeks of social distancing has meant one thing for sure for families – more time at home together. While this can be positive, many families are experiencing added stresses triggered by the COVID-19 epidemic such as unemployment, homeschooling and financial concerns. We realize that our crisis services may be needed now more than ever and we’re here to help families regain a sense of peace, safety and stability. Our Children’s Mobile Response (CMR) team of experienced intervention specialists is ready and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide essential services to families in Camden County in need of immediate crisis support. The safety of the people we serve and our employees is [...]

As all of us maneuver our way through the enormous amount of information related to COVID-19, one thing is certain- this is a global crisis that challenges us to take care of ourselves, loved ones and the children, adults and families who count on us for services. Oaks continues to stay on the front lines providing essential services to the most vulnerable members of our community while keeping safety as our highest priority. We are incredibly grateful to our employees for rising to the challenge and going above and beyond to carry out our mission. As a team, we understand that our mission is more important now than ever. To highlight the incredible efforts, stamina and commitment of our [...]

Dear Oaks Family and Supporters, Please join us and other providers from across New Jersey by sharing the following calls to action! We are urging Congress to assure the Coronavirus Recovery Act includes funds for the recovery of private, nonprofit and public behavioral health entities that already are suffering the catastrophic effects of the outbreak. Shared by NJAMHAA: The individuals we serve are some of our most vulnerable residents. Our work is critical to their safety, health and wellness. Many do not have access to computers and other advanced technology and I ask that you assure that telephone services can be reimbursed through Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance plans as part of the response to the National Emergency. Telephonic [...]

In December, Oaks Integrated Care received exciting news – another set of our programs were accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) International, an independent, nonprofit accreditor of health and human services. A total of 41 programs representing ten service areas were peer-reviewed by a five-member accreditation team in October. The surveyors were on-site for three days. They reviewed person-served and staff records as well as agency policies and program manuals. They toured Oaks’ residences and facilities. They spoke with staff and interviewed our consumers/those who receive our services. “Oaks Integrated Care’s staff members are motivated, professional, caring, and well qualified for their positions with a trend toward long tenure. They approach the mission as [...]

On January 1, so many of us kick off the year feeling full of energy, determination and motivation. Maybe you decided to join a gym, start meditating, throw out that bag of chips in your pantry, vow to stop smoking or even sign up for yoga classes. But now as the month moves along and reality sets in, millions of us will fail to achieve our New Year's resolution goals. You are not alone. In fact, over 80% of people who make New Year’s resolutions fail to achieve them. When we strive to reach unrealistic goals, we ultimately set ourselves up for failure. This sense of failure can have a negative impact on our overall mental and physical health [...]