International Overdose Awareness Day is a nationally recognized, significant and meaningful day held every year on August 31st. This remembrance aims to raise global awareness of overdoses and to reduce stigmas associated with drug related deaths. It is also a day to acknowledge the grief of those suffering because of the loss of friends and families who have been affected. According to Center of Disease Control, in 2019 nearly 71,000 Americans died of drug overdoses nationwide and nearly 3,000 in New Jersey alone. Throughout New Jersey and the country, the COVID-19 pandemic is being identified as a contributing factor to the rise in overdoses and overdose deaths we are seeing as a nation this year. International Overdose Awareness Day [...]

Operation Fill-A-Backpack Whether kids head back to school or learn virtually in September, it is more important than ever that students are prepared to start the school year. You can give a child the confidence needed to succeed by making a monetary donation to our Operation Fill-A-Backpack drive! To ensure the health and safety of the families we serve and Oaks employees, we are asking for your support virtually in 2020. Many parents of children in Oaks Integrated Care programs cannot afford new backpacks and basic school supplies. The need for support has skyrocketed during the pandemic for families like Anthony’s… Anthony's Story When you ask five-year-old Anthony if he’s ready to start kindergarten in the fall, he will [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]