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Oaks Integrated Care Kicks Off Virtual Operation Fill-A-Backpack

2020-08-16T13:49:31-04:00August 5th, 2020|Categories: Press Release|

Give a Child the Confidence Needed to Succeed this School Year Mount Holly, NJ - Whether kids head back to school or learn virtually in September, it is more important now than ever that students are prepared to start the school year. Oaks Integrated Care recently kicked off their Operation Fill-A-Backpack donation drive to help ensure children and teens in their programs head back to school with brand new backpacks filled with school supplies. Many parents of children in Oaks Integrated Care programs cannot afford basic school supplies and the need for support has skyrocketed during the pandemic. As families and students prepare for the many changes that lie ahead, each small gift can help to ensure that they [...]

Community Foundation of NJ Announces Covid-19 Response Grants

2023-11-15T14:19:54-05:00July 20th, 2020|Categories: Press Coverage|

South Jersey Observer, July 2020 - The Community Foundation of South Jersey (CFSJ) announces grants to twenty-six (26) nonprofit organizations from the COVID-19 Response Fund. The total amount awarded in round 3 is $161,500. To date, $483,500 has been awarded from the Fund to organizations serving Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Ocean, and Salem Counties. These grants support nonprofits working on the frontline of the COVID-19 health and economic crisis. It is the only dedicated response fund of its kind specifically targeted to the eight-county region. Read Full Article Here

Stress Still Exists in “The New Normal”

2021-07-02T08:54:26-04:00July 16th, 2020|Categories: Oaks Blog, Home Page|

It’s no secret that the last few months of navigating the pandemic have been stressful for many people. Even as we begin to venture out more and adjust to “the new normal,” it’s important to recognize that anxiety about COVID-19 is still very real. Stress caused by fear and worry about health, finance concerns, homeschooling and job loss can be overwhelming and emotional. Check out this list of suggestions for adults, children and families to decrease stress compiled by our experts at Oaks and other top resources. Adults Avoid excessive exposure to media coverage about COVID-19. Keep informed but try to limit the amount of news your take in whether it is from social media, television, radio, newspapers or [...]

Oaks Welcomes Denise Soto as New Chief Development Officer

2020-06-26T15:34:00-04:00June 26th, 2020|Categories: Press Release, Home Page|

Mt. Holly, NJ – Oaks Integrated Care proudly welcomes Denise Soto as the organization’s new Chief Development & Communications Officer. With nearly 20 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, Soto brings a wealth of knowledge in fundraising, event management, marketing, public relations, strategic planning and diversity and inclusion. As Chief Development Officer, Soto will oversee all fundraising and communications efforts for the nonprofit organization, one of New Jersey’s most comprehensive and forward-looking human service providers. She plans to focus on increasing donor engagement, expanding the organization’s major gift program and streamlining marketing. Derry Holland, CEO of Oaks Integrated Care, says confidently, “I’m thrilled to have Denise join our team. Her expertise and fresh energy will help us advance [...]

A Letter From Derry Holland, Oaks CEO

2020-06-04T14:21:28-04:00June 4th, 2020|Categories: Oaks Blog, Featured|

EMPATHY “Let me hold the door for you. I may have never walked in your shoes, But I can see your soles are worn. Your strength is torn Under the weight of a story I have never lived before. Let me hold the door for you. After all you’ve walked through, It’s the least I can do.” Morgan Harper Nichols I, like many of you, am angered by the death of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officers. I stand with the protestors who are screaming for an end to the racial and social disparity that exists in our country and has for hundreds of years. My feelings are overwhelming, and I say this as a white woman who has [...]

Camden County Group Receives $4 Million Federal Grant

2021-05-09T15:14:18-04:00May 30th, 2020|Categories: Press Coverage|

KYW Newsradio, May 2020 - New Jersey received $24 million from the federal government to boost mental health and addiction services through the state. $4 million of that grant is going to a group working to expand it in Camden County. It's been a long but rewarding process for the people at Oaks Integrated Care. Vice President Mike D'Amico says they provided years of proof to the Department of Health and Human Services that what they're doing is making a difference. Now, he said, it's full steam ahead in Camden County with a holistic approach model that’s been successful in other parts of the state. "Integrate care, collaborate and also improve access. We want to make sure we reduce [...]

Mental Health Urgent Care: Telehealth Available!

2020-04-22T16:21:31-04:00April 22nd, 2020|Categories: Oaks Blog, Home Page|

Early Intervention Support Services (EISS)Are you feeling overwhelmed or stressed? Don’t go straight to the Emergency Room. Early Intervention Support Services (EISS) offers immediate access to mental health services for adults 18 years and older in the South Jersey region. Consider it “urgent care” for individuals experiencing emotional or behavioral health problems. Now offering telehealth services!Check out this video featuring our Director, Kate Fischer, interviewing with Marianne Aleardi of SJ Magazine about the impact COVID-19 is having on mental health. They discuss the increase in depression and anxiety people are experiencing during this difficult times, some tips for how to adjust to a new normal and how to access Mental Health Urgent Care.Important COVID-19 UpdateWe are OPEN and accepting new [...]

Children’s Mobile Response: Telehealth Services Available

2020-06-04T14:24:02-04:00April 16th, 2020|Categories: Oaks Blog|

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 [...]

Focus on Telehealth

2020-06-04T14:24:38-04:00April 8th, 2020|Categories: Oaks Blog, Home Page|

To support the ever-growing needs of our community, Oaks now offers Telehealth services for individuals and families in need of counseling, therapy, medication management, psychiatric evaluation and more via video and phone conferencing. We continue to stay on the front lines providing essential services, accepting new clients and will continue to carry out our mission virtually! As an organization, we understand that our mission is more important now than ever. Many people are experiencing overwhelming fear, stress and anxiety during these unprecedented times. Our first priority is the health and safety of the people we serve and our employees- we’re here to help you and your loved ones in the comfort of your own home. Call our Access Center [...]

Rise to the Challenge – COVID-19

2020-06-04T14:23:27-04:00April 3rd, 2020|Categories: Oaks Blog|

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 [...]

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