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 [...]

June is PTSD Awareness Month and although it is drawing to a close, being aware of trauma is not a one-month activity. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, commonly called PTSD, has in the past twenty years or so become quite familiar in the public mind. It is most often associated with veterans and their wartime service, but they are not alone in experiencing PTSD. PTSD can affect anyone who has had significant traumatic experience such as serious accident, natural disaster, sudden death of a loved one, violent personal assault, rape, or life-threatening situation. Compounding the situation may be addiction or other coping mechanisms or other underlying conditions that also require treatment. Consider these facts: Annually, PTSD will directly [...]

For many families in our area, summer vacation means a struggle to feed their children healthy, filling meals. An estimated 39,000 children in South Jersey are at risk of malnutrition during the summer months when schools’ federal breakfast and lunch programs are not available. For families living below the poverty level, school means more than just education; it also means a dependable source of food. YOU can make a difference! Drop off donations. Monday-Friday, 9am to 5pm, at the following locations: Mt. Holly Food Pantry 770 Woodlane Road, Suite 16 Mt. Holly, NJ 08060 Berlin Food Pantry 128 Cross Keys Road Berlin, NJ 08009 Hold a drive. You can make a difference by hosting a food drive to help [...]