In the true spirit of #BetterTogether, we’re happy to announce our partnership with Friends of Burlington County Animal Shelter by temporarily distributing pet food donations (dry and canned) at our Mount Holly Food Pantry. The donations are normally distributed at the animal shelter which is currently closed due to COVID-19. If you or a loved one is in need of people food, dog food or cat food, we are here to help! Food shouldn’t have to be a choice! The Oaks Food Pantries in Mount Holly and Berlin offer emergency food assistance to community members in need of support. We treat everyone who walks through our pantry doors with dignity and respect. Families that visit the food pantries receive [...]

Oaks Integrated Care employees are considered Essential Personnel and we will continue to take safety precautions and serve our clients in every way possible. At Oaks Integrated Care, our top priority is always the health, safety and well-being of the individuals and families we serve, employees, family members and community members. As information about coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to evolve, we will keep you updated about preparations and any impact on programs. We are adhering to guidelines from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and communicating closely with state and local government agencies to ensure best practices. Please stay home and do not visit Oaks Integrated Care locations if you are sick or not feeling well. Thank you [...]

“I get no respect,” was a phrase made famous in the 1980s by the late comedian Rodney Dangerfield. Dangerfield would then recite a one-liner or an experience he had in which someone had “dissed” [disrespected] him, a punchline that usually ended with laughter at Rodney’s expense. Treating one another with respect, however, is no laughing matter. December marks both National and Universal Human Rights Month. December 10th is observed as Human Rights Day, the anniversary date of the adoption of the Declaration of Universal Human Rights by the United Nations. This year, this important document observes its 70th anniversary. Article I of the Declaration of Universal Human Rights states: “All human beings are born free and equal in dignity [...]

The most important job for a caregiver will always be providing self-care. Attending to your whole person - emotional, physical, social and spiritual - may be challenging and overwhelming when there seems to be little time available. But when a caregiver ignores his or her needs, there is a significant risk of developing health problems, resulting in the inability to provide care. November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to honor family caregivers across the country. This year’s theme is “Caregiving Around the Clock,” recognizing the challenges that family caregivers face and how they manage them day and night. Check out the following self-care tips for maintaining health and happiness as a caregiver: Emotional Be aware of feelings [...]