American Cancer Society
856-616-1650; 800-227-2345 for 24/7 cancer information
1851 Old Cuthbert Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
www.cancer.org
Services:
Provides Quality of Life services for cancer patients and their families along with current resources, information, and public education services.
American Heart Association
856-546-5600
600 S. White Horse Pike, Audubon, NJ 08106
www.americanheart.org
Services:
Provides information to the community regarding the prevention and detection of cardiovascular disease and stroke. Raises funds to support research and community education programs.
American Liver Foundation
973-256-2550
1425 Pompton Avenue, Cedar Grove, NJ 07009
Services:
The American Liver Foundation is a national voluntary health organization dedicated to preventing, treating, and curing hepatitis and other liver and gallbladder diseases through research and education.
American Lung Association of New Jersey
1-800-586-4872
917 N. Main Street, Toms River, NJ 08753
www.lungusa.org
Services:
Dedicated to the prevention of lung disease and the promotion of lung health.
Arthritis Foundation
856-482-0600
496 North Kings Highway Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday
Services:
Provides programs for people with arthritis and their families, information and education services. Also water exercise program, arthritis fitness classes, loan closet, fibromyalgia/arthritis support groups and self-help courses.
Camden County Board of Social Services
856-225-8264
Medical Unit-Medicaid
856-225-8266
808 Market Street, Camden, NJ 08102
856-225-8260
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
www.camdencounty.com
Services:
The Medical Unit administers the Medicaid Program for eligible persons who are aged, blind and disabled.
Medicaid in a Nursing Home – This program is for nursing home residents who are 65+ years of age, legally blind or permanently or totally disabled for at least 12 months. Call 225-8266 for more information.
Medicaid at Home – This program is for persons who are 65+ years of age, legally blind or permanently and totally disabled for at least 12 months call 225-8266 for more information
Camden County Board of Social Services
856-225-8266
856-225-8264
Medically Needy Program
808 Market Street, Camden, NJ 08102
www.camdencounty.com
Services:
This program provides some medical benefits to certain New Jersey residents who may not be able to afford health care services but have income and/or assets that are too high to qualify for the regular Medicaid program.
Family Practice Centers Bergen Landing Health Center
856-757-1770
West & Clinton Streets, Camden, NJ 08102
Hours: 8:30am – Noon; 1:00pm – 4:30pm Monday – Friday
CamCare North
856-757-9180
6th & Erie Streets, Camden, NJ 08102
Hours: 8:30am – Noon 1:00pm – 4:30 Monday – Friday
CamCare East
856-635-0203
2610 Federal Street, Camden, NJ 08105
Hours: 8:30 am-Noon 1:00pm 4:30 am. Monday – Friday
CamCare Clementon
856-627-7701
121 White Horse Pike, Clementon, NJ 08021
Hours: 8:00 am—4:30 pm Monday—Friday
Camden County Office on Alcohol and Substance Abuse
(856) 374-6361
Managed Long Term Services and Supports (MLTSS)
856-225-8266
808 Market Street, 1st Floor, Camden, NJ 08102
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday
Services:
Provides in-home therapy, nurses aides, medical day care and non-emergency medical transportation to New Jersey residents 65+ years of age or disabled. Financial and medical requirements.
Hispanic Family Center of Southern New Jersey
856-541-6985
35 Church Street, Camden, NJ 08105 (outpatient Services)
Branch Office
856-365-7393
2700 Westfield Avenue, Camden
(Employment/training and prevention Educations Services)
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Evening hours are scheduled as needed.
Services:
Provides comprehensive bi-lingual and bi-cultural treatment and prevention services in the areas of mental health, drug/alcohol, geriatric, employment (job counseling/placement), GED, Spanish literacy. ELS, HOME health training, Computerized Medical Assistance Training, parenting/life skills training, case management services and HIV/AIDS Community Programs through the following interconnected units: Family Counseling and La Esperanza (outpatient Services), Hispanic Senior Citizen Services (geriatric services), Hispanic Women Resource Center (employment and training services) and Health Education and Prevention Services.
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
856-869-0200 or 888-920-85570
Southern New Jersey/Shore Region Chapter
216 Haddon Ave, Suite 328, Westmont, NJ 08018
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday
www.leukemia-lymphoma.org or www.lls.org/snj
Services:
Provides financial assistance for people with leukemia and related diseases. Also public education, research and support group.
Mental Health Association in Southwestern New Jersey
856-522-0639
505 Cooper Street, Camden, NJ 08102
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday
Services:
Provides information and referral for individuals seeking mental health services. Offers presentations, technical training, video and brochures on issues pertaining to mental illnesses and mental wellness. Recruits, trains and matches volunteers as companions for individuals who suffer from mental illnesses.
Multiple Sclerosis Association
856-488-4500
1-800-833-4MSA
706 Haddonfield Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday
Services:
A national health care organization serving thousands of disabled residents, services include a toll-free 24 hour telephone hotline. The free loan of therapeutic equipment, peer counseling, social and group activities, independent housing facilities designed to meet the needs of the disabled. Bi-monthly newsletter and educational and referral information.
National Multiple Sclerosis Society (Client Service)
856-858-6900
1-215-271-2400
1 Reed Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Services:
Provides support and counseling groups, equipment loan program, physical therapy, occupational therapy, home healthcare, information and referrals, transportation to neurology appointments and employment services. Three Multiple Sclerosis Centers for outpatient treatment, self-help groups and employment program.
New Jersey Care
856-225-8266
856-225-8264
808 Market Street Camden, NJ 08102
Services:
This program provides full Medicaid coverage for blind, disabled or aged persons whose income is at or below the poverty level and who have limited resources.
New Jersey Osteoporosis Society
856-663-1342
1-800-787-0171
PO Box 231, Stratford, NJ 08084
Services:
Provides information to the community regarding the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of osteoporosis; quarterly educational meetings; free literature.
The PRO of New Jersey, Inc.
1-800-624-4557
(Peer Review Organization)
Brier Hill Court, Building J, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
Services:
The PRO of New Jersey is authorized by the Federal Government to oversee the quality of medical care provided to Medicare patients in the Garden State. Call the toll-free information line for the literature regarding Medicare patients’ hospital rights.