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Burlington County Announces Grants to Fight Hunger and Food Insecurity

2024-08-28T16:41:12-04:00August 22nd, 2024|Categories: Uncategorized|

Aug. 22, 2o24 | NJ.Com (BURLINGTON COUNTY, NJ) - Burlington County is stepping up its efforts to combat hunger and food insecurity with the announcement of the first six awards from its new $1 million grant program to assist local food programs. The Burlington County Commissioners announced the grants, totaling more than $290,000, today during a visit to the Virtua Eat Well Food Pharmacy, which is receiving a $75,000 grant. In addition to Virtua’s program, grants were also awarded to the Burlington Township Food Pantry, Jewish Family and Children’s Services, Food Bank of South Jersey, Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, and Oaks Integrated Care to support their food assistance efforts in the county. READ MORE

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From Adversity to Advocacy: BIPOC Mental Health Month

2024-07-03T10:00:22-04:00July 3rd, 2024|Categories: Oaks Blog, Uncategorized, Home Page|

Mental health affects us all. Inspired by Bebe Moore Campbell’s legacy of addressing the mental health needs of underrepresented groups, July was designated Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month by the U.S. House of Representatives. The month highlights the unique mental health challenges faced by Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) communities. The 2024 theme by Mental Health America focuses on dismantling stigma, fostering generational conversations, and promoting mental health equity. Addressing Stigma and Cultural Differences in BIPOC Communities BIPOC individuals often encounter both internal and external judgment when it comes to mental health. Stigma can arise from cultural beliefs, fear of judgment, or limited access to information and resources. It manifests differently across cultures, [...]

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Arthur’s Journey: Job Training to Pantry Employee

2021-01-29T17:53:23-05:00January 29th, 2021|Categories: Uncategorized, Home Page|

Three and a half years ago, Arthur walked out of Hampton Behavioral Health Center to begin his journey to wellness and recovery. The psychiatrist referred him to the Oaks Integrated Care partial care day program for ongoing mental health support. Partial care provides adults living with mental illness with the support needed to prevent hospitalization and improve functioning in the community through counseling, case management and pre-vocational training. The Program Coordinator quickly introduced Arthur to the Oaks jobs program designed to offer training and foster a sense of independence with the ultimate goal of transitioning into the workforce. Arthur explains, “They showed me all around the different areas of campus where I might work. I started out [...]

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Food Network Chef Aaron McCargo Jr. Takes Over Your Kitchen

2022-04-29T09:20:56-04:00October 15th, 2020|Categories: Press Release, Uncategorized|

LIVE Virtual Cooking Demonstration Benefits the Oaks Food Pantries Mount Holly, NJ, October 15, 2020- Come together for a virtual cooking demonstration LIVE from the kitchen of The Next Food Network Star Season 4 winner and host of Big Daddy's House, Chef Aaron McCargo Jr. on October 22 at 7pm! The interactive event benefits the Oaks Food Pantries serving Camden, Burlington and Mercer Counties. Participants will prepare a delicious meal alongside Chef Aaron and co-host Marianne Aleardi of SJ Magazine from the comfort of their own homes. Known for his passion for bold flavors, years of culinary experience and contagious smile, Chef Aaron can’t wait to share his passion for cooking with event attendees. Born and raised in Camden, [...]

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