#1 Vaccination and Immunization Services
Adult and child immunizations are offered all year long in Bellmawr and Camden. An appointment is required for all immunizations except for flu shots, which are available seasonally. For a full list of vaccines and immunizations that are available, click here.
To make an appointment in Bellmawr, call (856) 931-2700
To make an appointment in Camden, call (856) 225-5128 |
#2 Become an In-Home Child Care Provider
The Department of Children’s Services and the Camden County Board of Freeholders offers child care referral services to help residents find high-quality, accessible, affordable options. If you are looking to open your heart and your home, the department is always looking for individuals to become paid in-home child care providers. This is an excellent opportunity to work from home and make your own schedule, either full- or part-time. Read More. |
#3 Camden County Store
As part of its continued commitment to increasing accessibility to county government, the Camden County Freeholder Board created the Camden County Store. The innovative and nationally acclaimed governmental outreach center offers a wide range of county information and services at one convenient location. From wills and probate matters, trade name registration, passports, college registration, senior citizens programs, health screenings, human services, and numerous special events, the County Store has something for every member of the family. With expanded hours of operation on evenings and weekends, access to public transportation and easy parking, the Camden County Store is there to assist you. Read More.
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#4 Free Senior & Disabled Legal Workshops
The Camden County Board of Freeholders, the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Senior and Disabled Services, and the Surrogate’s Office are excited to announce FREE legal workshops for senior and disabled residents of Camden County. Those attending workshops will receive, at no cost, a Last Will and Testament, an Advance Directive for Health Care (Living Will) and a Power of Attorney (POA).
Camden County seniors aged 60 and older and disabled Camden County residents aged 18 and older are eligible to attend. Workshops are limited to 35 participants per session, and pre-registration is required. Due to high demand, organizers recommend making an appointment as soon as possible.
All workshops are held at the Camden County Store at the Voorhees Town Center. To register, please call (856) 566-2920. Read More. |
#5 Camden County Library System
Established in 1921, the Camden County Library System seeks to meet the recreational, informational, and educational needs of its customers. With locations in Bellmawr, Camden, Gloucester Township, Haddon Township, Merchantville, Winslow Township, and Voorhees, the Camden County Library System provides an open environment for the community.
The Library now offers free and unlimited access to more than 500 online courses through its newest database, Universal Class. Interested in continuing your education, expanding your horizons, or just learning something for fun? Choose from a diverse range of subjects including computer training, resume writing, home and garden, health and medicine, hobbies, self-help, and more. For more information about the Camden County Library system, click here. |
#6 Hispanic Affairs
In April 1989, the Camden County Office of Hispanic Affairs and Community Development (O.H.A.C.D.) was the first office created in New Jersey by NJ Statue 40. 10c-1, which allowed for the establishment of a county-level office of Hispanic Affairs.
O.H.A.C.D. is an instrumental office in advocating for and addressing services in areas such as education, employment, cultural, economic, public safety, housing, health and other needs affecting the Hispanic constituents and the community of Camden County. Read More. |
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#8 One-Stop Career Center
The Camden County One-Stop System is comprised of a group of nine partners who coordinate and provide workforce development services throughout the county.
A common frustration among job seekers and employers has been the difficulty of finding quality information on available employment and training programs, and having to go from one place to another to actually receive information and services. The One-Stop Center has transformed this fragmented array of employment and training programs into an integrated system for both job seekers and employers. The One-Stop Center offers seamless access to services under a variety of employment, training, and education programs. Residents and employers alike will see the One-Stop Center as the place to seek solutions for their workforce and employment needs. Read More. |
#9 Smart 911
The Freeholder Board is proud to announce the state’s first county-wide Smart911 system. The program will save critical time in emergency situations. Smart911 is a free nationwide service that allows users to create a Smart911 Safety Profile, which provides vital information to emergency dispatchers and first responders during an emergency. Camden County residents are encouraged to create their safety profile with Smart911 to have their information available to dispatchers and to receive emergency notifications. Smart911 is private and secure, used only for emergency responses, and is only made available to the 9-1-1 system in the event of an emergency call. Sign up today! |
#10 Online Restaurant Inspections
Finding health inspection reports for your favorite restaurants has never been easier. The Camden County Department of Health and Human Services has an online database where you can search for health inspection reports at your convenience. Simply type any combination of a restaurant’s name, address, or municipality in which it is located and click on the search button.
Not only can citizens search the online database for a restaurant, but also anyone can sign up for email alerts when new reports are posted. If the facility you are looking for is not yet in the system, registering with the site will allow us to notify you when it is. The alerts function also provides the option to receive alerts about food-borne illness outbreaks and other food-related news. Read More. |
#11 Social Services
The Camden County Board of Social Services is proud of its tradition of providing caring service and assistance to individuals and families in need in Camden County. The agency is committed to assisting its clients in breaking the cycle of welfare dependency to become self-sufficient members of the community. We strive to achieve this goal through mutual trust and respect without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religious creed, disability, age, or political beliefs. Read More. |
#12 Services for Veterans
The Office of Veterans Affairs serves all veterans and their family members within Camden County. Some of the services provided are:
- Information regarding applying for VA education programs
- VA home loan guarantee, certificates and booklets
- Referral agent for social service agencies
- Fire for discharge upgrades, when warranted
- Gold Star family support and referral and so much more
The office is available Monday through Friday to give assistance to all veterans and dependents. If you have any questions regarding our services, please call (856) 374-5801. Click here to view all veteran services.
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 #13 Surrogate Court
The functions of the Surrogate Court include probate of wills, administration, guardianships, trusts, adoptions, management/investment of minors’ funds, records, and wedding services. For more information about these services, click here.
Gloucester Township
508 Lakeland Road
Blackwood, NJ 08012
(856) 225-7282
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Voorhees Town Center
2120 Voorhees Town Center
Voorhees, NJ 08043
(856) 225-7282 |
 #14 Office of Emergency Management
The Camden County Office of Emergency Management is responsible for maintaining and enforcing the New Jersey state disaster laws. The state law requires every municipality to have a state approved Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and emergency coordinator. The State Emergency Management Office assists the 37 county municipalities in developing their EOPs and keeping them current. Local emergency management coordinators, along with members of public safety organizations, volunteer, and private entities, such as the Red Cross, know their responsibilities and how they are expected to conduct their jobs.
The Office of Emergency Management is charged with coordinating the efforts of these agencies and organizations during a disaster or natural emergency. Read More. |
 #15 Camden County Resource Compass
Freeholder Carmen Rodriguez, the Camden County Covenant for Children, and the Community Planning and Advocacy Council (CPAC) have launched a new tool to connect social service providers with families throughout the county. The new website, camdencountyresourcecompass.org, is the first of its kind in the state, and provides residents with up-to-date access to social service providers throughout the county.
Compass, a one-stop-shop website designed by Hopeworks and built in conjunction with the state Attorney General’s Office, will provide greater access to unutilized and underutilized services from the Camden County Covenant for Children partner agencies. The website will create an easy and convenient way for residents to access a wide spectrum of critical services. Read More. |
 #16 Youth One-Stop Career Center
Are you out of school and between the ages of 16 and 24? If so, get started on a pathway to an exciting career today!
Youth One-Stop provides access to high quality education, job training, and support services utilizing local resources to benefit at-risk, out-of-school youth in Camden County. The program is open to young people who face obstacles keeping them from completing high school. It offers the life and work skill development necessary to gain employment. Participants will explore career options in their community, and will gain practical experience through work experience supported by tutoring, mentorship, and degree/certification programs in in-demand industries and occupations. Read More. |
 #17 Community Emergency Response Team
The purpose of Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is to train people living in the community to take care of themselves, their families and their neighbors in the event of a disaster.
The CERT program educates people about disaster preparedness and trains them in basic response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and medical operations. Using the training learned in the classroom and during exercises, CERT members can assist others in their neighborhood or workplace when professional responders are not immediately available to help. CERT members also are encouraged to support emergency response agencies by taking a more active role in preparedness projects in their community. Read More. |
 #18 Carol Norcross Senior Social Wellness Center
In 2015, the Camden County Board of Freeholders held a dedication and ribbon cutting of the new Carol C. Norcross Senior Social Wellness Center in Blackwood, New Jersey. The center is dedicated to Carol Norcross, the inspirational director of the senior day center. Under her leadership, the program and center expanded to further her vision of keeping senior citizens active and socially engaged. Carol, the mother of Congressman Donald Norcross, served Camden County residents for two decades.
Services and activities at the Senior Social Wellness Center include door-to-door transportation, lunch and nutrition programs, ceramics, woodworking, needlecraft, sewing, painting, board and parlor games, movement programs, educational and community service programs, health screening information and referral services, social services assistance, daily grocery and personal shopping trips. Read More. |
 #19 Sustainable Camden County
Camden County is the first and only county in the state to have an Office and Director of Sustainability. The county’s Office of Sustainability manages a number of greenhouses on the Lakeland Campus in Gloucester Township. We grow approximately 15,000 plants for the Camden County parks, saving the county $10,000 annually. The Camden County branch of the Rutgers Master Gardeners program supplies the expertise and volunteer labor to care for the plants while they’re growing in the greenhouses.
Having a sound sustainability program provides a roadmap to conserving resources, promoting innovation and saving money. In addition, as the possibility of having to deal with events like Superstorm Sandy on a more regular basis seems likely, it’s critical to include resiliency and sustainability into all our projects and planning. Practices such as water conservation, energy efficiency, waste reduction, vehicle fleet management, green purchasing, green building design and investments in innovative technologies, such as renewable energy generation, are all part of a sustainability plan and need to be measured to track our progress against our goals. Read More. |
 #20 Camden County Technical Schools
The two high schools that comprise Camden County Technical Schools (CCTS) provide career training program, academic course, and extracurricular activities to students in grades 9 through 12. Graduates of CCTS may go directly into the work forces with employable skills or continue their education for advanced studies. As a public school, there is no charge for high school students who live in Camden County to attend CCTS, and transportation is provided by local school districts.
Combined, the Pennsauken and Gloucester Township campuses offer 30 career programs. Not all career programs are offered in both schools. Students will be placed into a career program based on their interest and ability, and after review of their 7th and 8th grade report cards and standardized test scores. CCTS has maintained a tradition of excellence, and was recognized by the National Center for Research in Vocational Education as one of five exemplary vocational education programs in the United States. In addition, the Pennsauken Campus of CCTS was twice named one of the nation’s best high schools by US News and World Report and is a National and State School of Character. Read More. |
 #21 Adult Health Screenings
Free health screenings are performed by a Department of Health and Human Services nurse once a month at four different locations. Come out to have your blood pressure, total cholesterol and fasting blood sugar checked. Speak with the nurse about any health-related questions you have. Click here for more information.
Adult health screenings include:
Blood pressure screenings
Cancer risk assessment
Nutrition counseling
Cholesterol screenings
Diabetes screening |
#22 Camden County Parks
The Camden County Park System’s 21 parks and conservation areas offer over 2,000 acres of natural settings for picnics, family gatherings, sporting events, beautiful waterways for fishing and boating, a wealth of playgrounds and a variety of ball fields that are close to home. Highlights of the Camden County Park System include the New Brooklyn Park Disc Golf Course, the Watchable Wildlife Trail at Maria Barnaby Greenwald Memorial Park, and the Timber Creek Dog Park. The Park System also includes the award-winning and fully accessible Challenge Grove Park, which is designed to be enjoyed by everyone regardless of physical ability. Click here and take a moment to visit all the parks online and see great photos of the amenities at each park, or even download a park map. Read More. |
 #23 Martin Luther King Jr. Freedom Medal
Camden County’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Freedom Medal is presented to county residents who have selflessly contributed their time and efforts to better their community in conjunction with the goals of the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Since the Freedom Medal was introduced in 2001, this prestigious award has been given to almost 1,200 of Camden County’s most deserving residents. For more information about the Martin Luther King, Jr. Freedom Medal, call (856) 216-8217. Read More. |
 #24 Pot Holes
Help us make Camden County a better place to live by reporting potholes, trash, faded striping or other concerns on county roadways by filling out a report form or calling the Department of Public works at (856) 566-2980. Read More. |
#25 Sports Hall of Fame
Formed in 2004, the Camden County Sports Hall of Fame honors local sports legends for the contributions to athletics. The annual event shines a spotlight on some of the best athletes in the county, some of which have gone on to play their respective games at the highest levels of competition. Since the Hall of Fame began, more than 150 residents have been inducted. For more information about the Sports Hall of Fame, call (856) 401-2451 or email halloffame@camdencounty.com. Read More. |
#26 Camden County Boathouse
Planning an event? Look no further than the Camden County Boathouse! In a setting like no other, surrounded by natural beauty, the newly renovated Banquet Room at the Camden County Boathouse at Cooper River offers that touch of affordable elegance. Let the staff at the Boathouse help you create your special event. The Boathouse provides superior personalized service, guiding you through every stage of the process. Choose from among an exclusive list of caterers who offer the best, from casual food to high-end fare. No matter what the occasion, the expert staff will help you have an unforgettable experience. For more information visit: venue.camdencountyboathouse.com. |
#27 Camden County Improvement Authority
The Camden County Improvement Authority (CCIA) is an independent, public agency created by the Camden County Board of Freeholders to provide low-cost financing, economic development, and project development services for local units, community organizations, and not-for-profit entities to foster economic, employment, redevelopment, and affordable housing development projects that improve the quality of life for the residents of Camden County and other eligible areas in the state. Click here to watch the CCIA economic development video. Read More. |
 #28 Best of Class
The annual Best of the Class celebrated and recognizes graduating seniors from every high school in Camden County. Every year, students and their parents attend a beautiful event where they are are honored in 7 different categories: Community Service, Leadership, Best Overall, Most Improved, Most Courageous, Performing Arts and School Spirit. For more information about the Best of the Class, call (856) 216-8217. Read More. |
 #29 Animal Alliance of Camden County
The Animal Alliance of Camden County was formed in 2011 by five local animal welfare organizations and the Camden County Board of Freeholders, who decided to coordinate their efforts to better serve the pets and residents of the county. Current members include the Animal Adoption Center, Animal Welfare Association, Homeward Bound Pet Adoption Center, Voorhees Animal Orphanage, and Independent Animal Control. Member organizations work together to improve the well-being of companion animals and their owners in the community, including joint efforts such as adoption events, spay/neuter partnerships, and transporting animals in need to reduce populations. Read More. |
 #30 Cultural Heritage Commission
The Cultural and Heritage Commission at Camden County College was founded in 1972 and recognizes the role of the arts and local history in making our community dynamic places to live and work. The Commission is proud to participate in a variety of yearly cultural and arts events such as the Local Arts Program, National Arts Program, and numerous other art centered programs both throughout the county and on Camden County College campuses. Read More. |
 #31 Cooper River Regattas
The Cooper River’s Olympic-distance, 2,000-meter straightway is widely known as one of the best rowing venues in the nation, home to numerous world-class regattas and the Cooper River Boathouse. Spanning more than 346-acres through Collingswood, Haddon Township, Pennsauken, and Cherry Hill, Cooper River Park has been Camden County’s gathering spot since it was created by the Works Progress Administration in 1936. Camden County is proud that the Cooper River has emerged as a premier destination for competitive rowing, adding to the diverse family-friendly attractions is our region. Cooper River Park was named a Great Place in New Jersey by the American Planning Association-New Jersey Chapter and continues to be one of the best green spaces of the Delaware Valley. |
 #32 Board of Elections
The Board of Elections is responsible for redistricting, conducting election recounts, certification of elections, challengers, and Board training. Voted mail-in ballots are also returned and counted by the Board of Elections. For more information about any of these topics, call 856-401-8683. Read More. |
 #33 Camden County Fire Watch
The Juvenile Fire Watch Program is provided through grant funding from the Juvenile Justice Commission Grant in partnership with the Camden County Board of Freeholders, Camden County Fire Marshal, and administered by the Cherry Hill Fire Department.
The program offers educational materials and presentations to schools, parent groups, and community organizations that go a long way in helping children understand the dangers of fire. Constructive exercises introduce children to both the safe and dangerous uses of fire and other forms of combustible energy. Fire Watch stresses the fact that fire safety education should start as early as possible in the home, making sure that children learn what to do, for instance, if they find a pack of matches or a cigarette lighter. For more information about the Camden County Fire Marshal’s programs, visit their website. Read More. |
 #34 Camden County Driving Range at Cooper River
The Camden County Driving Range at Cooper River (formerly the Camden County Golf Academy) is a state-of-the-art golf center that features an aquatic, lighted, 60-station double-decker driving range with real grass tees, and a top-quality short game area with a putting green and sand trap. The Camden Driving Range at Cooper River is brought to you by the Camden County Board of Freeholders as an open-to-the-public driving range where you never need a tee time. Space is available for large groups and parties upon request. In addition, the driving range offers fun and affordable group golf lessons including ladies night, learn as a family, free senior classes in the spring and fall, junior golf classes and more! Read More. |
 #35 Tool Library
The Lakeland Ecocomplex launched a tool lending library, modeling the one currently in Philadelphia. Members of the tool library will be able to rent a tool for a period of time rather than purchasing one from the store. Donations of tools can be made at the Regan Building on the Lakeland site or an arrangement can be made to pick them up. Any interested volunteers, please contact Chris Waldron, Director of Sustainability and Shared Services. Click here for inventory availability. Read More. |
 #36 Camden County College
Camden County College is one of the largest, most comprehensive community colleges in New Jersey and the surrounding region. The Camden County Board of Freeholders works in close cooperation with the college to ensure it is is a vital resource for transfer education, workforce training, and cultural events. Its three distinct campuses in Blackwood, Camden, and Cherry Hill, along with its satellite locations in Lakeland and Sicklerville, share the common mission of providing accessible, affordable higher education and occupational studies to all who can benefit.
Recent studies of federal Department of Education data have shown that, in addition to ranking among the nation’s top 100 community colleges for overall associate’s degree completion, and among the nation’s top 10 for associate’s degrees completed in education, the College also ranks among the top 50 for associate’s degrees completed in registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research, and clinical nursing; health professions and related programs; and science technologies/technicians. CCC also ranks among the top 100 in associate’s degrees completed by African-American students, Asian-American students and non-minority students. Read More. |
 #37 Master Gardeners
Are you wondering how to get rid of that annoying weed in your lawn? Not sure when you should lime? Are you wondering whether you can plant outside now? Do you need help with selecting plant material for your home? Well if you answered yes to any of these questions, the Master Gardeners of Camden County are here to help.
Rutgers-trained Master Gardeners volunteers handle questions from the public through the Rutgers Master Gardeners Helpline. When necessary, Rutgers faculty and professional staff can answer questions, diagnose plant pest and disease problems, and identify plants and insects. Please call (856) 216-7130, press #1 when prompted, or email njgarden@camdencounty.com. To learn more about the Master Gardeners or how to become one, click here. |
 #38 Wiggins Park Marina
A scenic, deep ,water marina with twelve-foot controlling depth at mean low tide, Wiggins Park Marina is strategically located on the Delaware River across from Philadelphia’s historic Penn’s Landing, just south of the Camden Adventure Aquarium and north of the exciting BB&T Pavilion. The marina is open from April 15th through October 31st. Read More.
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 #39 Park Permits for Events
If you’re interested in hosting a public or private event at one of Camden County’s beautiful parks, you will need a park permit. Click here for specific details and permits. If you have any questions about park site use permits, please call (856) 216-2173. |
 #40 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program
To help Camden County residents protect the environment, the Freeholder Board is proud to host Household Hazardous Waste Collections. The next collection is May 18th at the Atco Parking Arena. Residents can bring items to the convenient drive-through collection sites.
Each year, Camden County’s Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program keeps over 400,000 pounds of hazardous material from the county waste stream. Camden County residents are asked to keep the environment healthy by bringing oil-based paints, solvents, thinners, pesticides, herbicides, gasoline, kerosene, polishes, photographic chemicals, automotive batteries, antifreeze, brake fluid, transmission fluid, other car products, pool chemicals and cleaning fluids. Read More. |
 #41 County Clerk
The Camden County Clerk’s Office, under the leadership of Clerk Joe Ripa, offers a vast array of services including passports, trade name registration, notary public, and property records. For more information about the Camden County Clerk’s Office, call (856) 225-5300 or email countyclerk@camdencounty.com. Read More. |
 #42 Environmental Educator
Marissa Wolfe, Camden County’s environmental educator is available to Camden County schools and organizations. She is available to lead educational-based environmental programs for residents of all ages and abilities. She also coordinates with schools and organizations of various environmental lessons and projects with a particular focus on recycling and looks forward to continuing many of the other popular Department of Parks’ programs such as our nature walks and Young Explorers. Marissa is eager to expand upon the programs already offered to get more residents in touch with the environment.
If you are a school or organization looking for environmental programs, please contact Marissa at (856) 216-8216. Residents are encouraged to visit www.camdencounty.com to find out more information on environmental programs offered by the county in our parks or at the county’s Environmental Center in Cherry Hill. |
 #43 Vote by Mail
Voting in New Jersey is easier than ever with the new Vote by Mail law. A recent change to the New Jersey law now allows you to request ballots for all future elections. Apply once and receive a ballot for every election without having to re-apply. If you would like to Vote by Mail, click here and fill out the application form. |
 #44 Shop Camden County
Shop Camden County is the Camden County Board of Freeholders’ shop local initiative. If each household in Camden County transitions just $10 per month of its out-of-county retail spending to in-county spending, the economic benefit to the county would be approximately #35 million per year. From small-town shopping to large-scale retailers, Camden County businesses offer everything you’re looking for. Read More |
 #45 Veterans War History Project
The Camden County Board of Freeholders has begun to honor and document the experience and memories of Camden County’s veterans. These video interviews insure that the stories of residents who have served in the military are preserved in perpetuity. Read More. |
#46 Camden County High School All Star Games
Each year, the Freeholder Board invites coaches and athletic directors to select up to two baseball and softball players from their high school to participate in the Annual Camden County All Star Games. The students must be seniors eligible to graduate and residents of Camden County. The coaching staff for the game is made up of volunteers from the participating high schools. The event brings players that have competed against each other throughout high school together for a great night of baseball in a head to head East vs. West showdown. Read More. |
 #47 Battleship New Jersey
Tour our nation’s most decorated and largest battleship! The Battleship New Jersey Museum and Memorial is located on the Camden Waterfront. Experience a tour of this historic icon and see artifacts from the ship’s past, sit in the chair from which Admiral Halsey commanded the fleet, stretch out on the bunks where the sailors slept, and climb into the 16-inch gun turret and learn how the projectiles were loaded. Group packages, educational programs, overnight encampments, rental space for meeting and social affairs, and much more are available. Read More. |
 #48 Camden County Cultural & Heritage Commission
The Camden County Cultural and Heritage Commission, founded in 11972, recognizes the role of the arts and local history in making our communities dynamic places to live and work. The Commission was established by the Board of Chosen Freeholders to act as the designated agency in Camden County to receive and administer the New Jersey State Council on the Arts Local Arts Program and the New Jersey Historical Commission County History Partnership Program. These grant programs provide funding for small and emerging non-profit organizations through the Commission’s re-grant program. Read More. |
 #49 Sustainable Champion Award
The monthly Sustainable Champion Award is presented at every Freeholder Meeting to a county resident or organization that has made our planet and sustainability a priority. Read More. |
 #50 Camden County Police Department
Launched on May 1st, 2013, the Camden County Police Department is the primary law enforcement agency for the City of Camden. The department is dedicated to its mission of reducing the number of crime victims and making people feel safe, and the department strives to accomplish this through a community to community policing in every neighborhood. Our officers live and work by the motto: “Service Before Self.” Read More. |
 #51 Harleigh Cemetery
Harleigh Cemetery is a historic cemetery located in both Collingswood and Camden, and it is one of the oldest cemeteries in New Jersey. Named Camden County Veterans Cemetery in 2007, Harleigh is over 130 acres of lush mature grounds situated on the Cooper River. It has been listed on the New Jersey Register of Historic Places since 1995. Read More. |
 #52 Camden County High School Golf Tournament
In April, high school golfers from 13 Camden County schools competed in the 22nd Annual Camden County High School Golf Tournament. For the first time in 22 years, the tournament hosted a girls individual championship. Each year, the Freeholder Board invites schools from throughout the county to send up to four players to represent their alma mater in the county-wide event. This year, at least 50 players from 13 schools competed to be crowned champions. Click here for the photo gallery. Read More. |
 #53 Pets for Vets
Pets for Vets at Homeward Bound Pet Adoption Center, sponsored by the Camden County Board of Freeholders, allows Veterans an opportunity to adopt a pet with a waived adoption fee. This program includes staff-selected pets and all other not eligible for this program will receive $20 off the regular priced adoption fee. All pets go home spayed, neutered, current on all vaccinations, and microchipped. Read More. |
 #54 Social Services
The Camden County Board of Social Services is proud of its tradition of providing caring service and assistance to individuals and families in need in Camden County. The agency is committed to assisting its clients in breaking the cycle of welfare dependency to become self-sufficient members of the community. We strive to achieve this goal through mutual trust and respect without regard to race, color, national origin, sex religious creed, disability, age or political beliefs. Read More. |
 #55 Town Hall Meetings
The Freeholder Board is hosting a series of town hall meetings across Camden County, creating another level of access and opportunity. Representatives from all levels of government will be in attendance to update residents on projects and programming in their neighborhoods and across Camden County. The meeting also includes a Q&A session, providing residents the ability to ask questions and get answers straight from representatives of the governing body and for elected officials to hear directly from their constituents. Read More. |
 #56 Scottish Rite Concert Series
The Camden County Board of Freeholders, in association with BRE and the Borough of Collingswood proudly presents the Scottish Rite Concert Series. Click here to see the 2019-2020 concert lineup. Tickets for all concerts are available by calling 1-800-745-3000, at the Camden County Store at Voorhees Town Center, or on ticketmaster.com. Read More. |
 #57 Early Voting Center
You now have another option to cast your ballot before Election Day by visiting Camden County’s Early Voting Center, in the Elections and Archive Center. At the Early Voting Center, voters will be issued a ballot, allowed to vote it, and have it accepted all in the same visit. Read More. |
 #58 Mosquito Commission
The Camden County Mosquito Commission is a health related agency authorized by New Jersey State Statues to eliminate and control mosquitoes which cause great suffering, economic loss and disease transmission. This work is funded by the Camden County Board of Freeholders. These tasks are undertaken by employing various methods, such as chemical control, biological means, water management, education and training by a small but highly specialized professional staff. Since the mosquito does not respect property lines, municipal borders or land features, this commission serves all parts of Camden County and is coordinated with neighboring counties through a state network. To report a mosquito issue in your town, click here. |
 #59 Summer Concert Series
The Camden County Freeholder Board is proud to present the 2019 Summer Concert Series. This year’s lineup of free outdoor concerts includes two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and legendary singer-songwriter David Crosby on June 1 at Cooper River Park in Pennsauken. The show kicks off an amazing summer concert series celebrating the 175th anniversary of the founding of Camden County. For a listing of all concerts and summer parks events, click here. Read More. |
 #60 Vote By Mail
Voting in New Jersey is easier than ever with the new Vote By Mail law. A recent change to the NJ law now allows you to request ballots for all future elections. Apply once and receive a ballot for every election without having to re-apply. This law also makes persons that received a Vote By Mail Ballot in the 2016 General Election automatically enrolled to receive Vote By Mail Ballots in future elections. Read More. |
#61 Prominent Hispanic Awards
To commemorate National Hispanic Heritage Month, the Camden County Freeholder Board’s Office of Hispanic Affairs presents the Prominent Hispanic Awards. National Hispanic Heritage Month has been celebrated in the United States since 1988 to celebrate; the Freeholder Board created this award in 1995 to honor the contributions of the Hispanic community to Camden County. Since then, more than 223 prominent Hispanics have been recognized for their accomplishments and valuable participation in improving quality of life for Hispanics and Camden County residents overall. Read More. |
#62 Environmental Affairs
The Environmental Commission of Camden County is an advisory body to the Freeholder Board, the Commission is charged with informing the Freeholders on environmental issues affecting the County and its residents. This information can be the result of a direct request of the Board or by the Commission’s own initiative. In addition, the Commission plays a role in informing and educating the citizens of Camden County about environmental issues that affect their lives. In fulfilling this role, the Commission has developed various informational materials and programs and has sponsored projects that serve to enhance the quality of Camden County’s environment. Read More. |
#63 Military Service Medal
Camden County awards medals to all Veterans who served on Active Duty anywhere in the world, including in the United States. Widows and family members are also entitled to receive this medal posthumously. To apply for the Camden County Korean War Service Medal or Camden County Military Service Medal, click here. |
#64 Weights and Measures
Almost everything we buy is sold by weight, volume, length, count or measure. For example …. a dozen eggs, a liter of soda, a yard of cloth, a gallon of milk, a pound of hamburger, a cord of fire wood. Since we don’t carry a scale or measuring tape with us, how can we be sure a pound is a pound and an inch is an inch? The Division of Weights & Measures is a local enforcement agency. Our inspectors use highly accurate equipment to inspect scales, meters, scanning equipment, and packaged products. They inspect a wide range of businesses including supermarkets, gasoline stations, packing plants, and lumber yards. For more information, call (856) 374-6001 or click here. |
#65 Fire Marshal
The Camden County Office of the Fire Marshal is charged with conducting fire investigations in the County of Camden where arson is suspected or a death occurs. The Office also serves as fire code enforcement advisor to the municipalities in the County of Camden. The office is very active in the area of “Fire Prevention,” designing programs and conducting outreach projects to the residents of all ages in the community. It has recently been updated with a state-of-the-art, environmentally safe, Burn Building and Smoke House. For many years the Training Center has been successfully training volunteer, career, commercial, and industrial fire personnel. Contact the Camden County Office of the Fire Marshal for information on:
- FREE Fire Prevention Educational Materials,
- Fire Watch Intervention Program on Firesetting,
- FREE Special Industrial Program Fire Training Information
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#66 Camden County Historical Society
Founded in 1899, the Camden County Historical Society (CCHS) is a public, non-profit organization dedicated to the collection, preservation, study, interpretation, and cultural enrichment of life in Camden County and Southern New Jersey. For museum hours and to learn more visit: www.cchsnj.org |
#67 Passport Services
The Camden County Clerk’s Office is proud to be a full service U.S. Passport Acceptance Agency. We can help you with all of your passport needs, including first-time applications, renewals, amendments and photos. For information on how and where to apply for a passport, click here. |
#68 Communicable Disease Testing and Programs
Camden County has a Communicable Disease Unite that offers services to prevent the spread of disease. There are specific programs dealing with AIDS/HIV, Tuberculosis Control, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Rabies Control, and Reportable Diseases. Click here or call (856) 374-6370 or (856) 382-2695 for more information. |
#69 Korean War Service Medal
Camden County Veterans are encouraged to apply for the Camden County Korean War Service Medal. These medals are presented at award ceremonies throughout the year. To be eligible, the applicant must meet the following criteria: Honorably Discharged from the United States Armed Forces, Must be a current resident of Camden County, Provide Proof of Service : DD-214 discharge papers or a form 53-55, 553, Must have served during the following time frame of the Korean War: Between June 25, 1950 and January 31, 1955 This medal will be awarded to all Veterans who served on Active Duty anywhere in the world during the above time frame, including in the United States. Widows and family members are also entitled to receive this medal posthumously. Click here to apply. |
 #70 Senior Services
If you are a senior citizen (aged 60 and over) or an adult (18 and over) with a physical disability that is looking for assistance with basic needs such as food, housing, and medical services, activities, and more the Camden County ADRC Division of Senior Citizen and Disabled Citizen Services can serve as your doorway to connect you with all that and more. The aim of the Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) program is to connect both seniors and adults with disabilities with a full range of the services –public and private- needed to independently live and thrive within their community. It also strongly supports each individual’s right to be in control of making their own personal care decisions based on assessed need, informed choice and community service availability. Read More.
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 #71 Positive Youth Development
Positive Youth Development focuses on improving the lives of Camden County’s young people ages 9- 24. The mission is that “All children will be at home, in school, on track, and connected to their community.” Through Covenant actions, supporting positive youth development will take form in many ways including promoting creative ways to get information on summer youth recreation and employment opportunities into the hands of families and youth and expanding mentoring opportunities for our youth. Involving youth in planning needed services and problem solving; creating opportunities for positive youth civic engagement; and planning creative ways to involve families are also being pursued. Read More. |
 #72 Workforce Learning Link Program
The Workforce Learning Link program is designed to provide workplace literacy skills to individuals needing to update, refresh, or learn skills that will help find, secure, and advance a person in their job.
The program includes:
Basic skills enhancement
GED test preparation
Career exploration and job search assistance
Financial literacy workshops
To learn more contact 856-968-4200 for more information or click here. |
 #73 Restaurant Inspections
The Camden County Department of Health and Human Services’ has an online inspection report for restaurants and other food handling facilities. Finding health inspection reports for your favorite restaurants has never been easier. Simply type any combination of a restaurant’s (or schools, etc.) name, address or municipality in which it is located and click on the search button. Not only can citizens search the online database for their favorite restaurants, anyone can register on the site to receive email alerts when new reports for their favorite restaurants are posted to the system. If the facility you are looking for is not yet in the system, registering on the site will allow us to notify you when it is. The alerts function also provides the option to receive alerts about food borne illness outbreaks and other food-related news alerts. Read More. |
 #74 Open Space & Farmland Preservation
In November of 1998, Camden County’s voters overwhelmingly approved passage of the Camden County Open Space, Recreation, Farmland, And Historic Preservation Trust Fund Referendum. Pursuant to the vote, a trust fund of approximately $2M will be established for purposes of ensuring that our children, and their children, will have the benefit of enjoying the remaining open space that exists in Camden County for years to come. The County is committed to preserving parks, natural areas, historic sites, and farmland, not only for their scenic value, but for their use and enjoyment, and for purposes of cultural and ecological enrichment. The Camden County Open Space Preservation Trust Fund Advisory Committee was appointed by the Camden County Board of Freeholders for purposes of providing guidance regarding implementation of the Trust Fund and the principles of Open Space preservation that it represents. Read More. |
 #75 Youth Services Commission
The Camden County Youth Service Commission is responsible for the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of a community-based plan of sanctions and services for juveniles adjudicated or charged as delinquent and delinquency prevention programs. The Camden County Youth Services Commission is comprised of high-level policy makers and youth service organizations in Camden County who are dedicated to improving the lives of our youth. The authority of the CC Youth Services Commission (YSC) derives from the revised resolution passed by the CC Board of Freeholders in 1996, concerning the establishment of the Juvenile Justice Commission, State Community Partnership. |
# 79 Hydroponic Greenhouse
In 2018, Camden hydroponic greenhouse, became fully operational displaying five different ways to grow fruits and vegetables hydroponically (using water and not soil). Through a Rutgers University Weed Our Hunger Grant, the Department of Sustainability dedicated several systems in the existing greenhouses to growing produce year-round for the Neighborhood Center and Cathedral Kitchen, to help provide underserved communities with locally-grown, nutritious food. The Greenhouse also provides Camden County’s Senior Day services that are run out of the DiPiero salad greens for their lunch program. To learn more, contact the Office of Sustainability. |
#80 Children’s Services
It is the mission of the Department of Children’s Services to promote and support high quality child care that is affordable and accessible to all families seeking care in Camden County. As the child care resource and referral agency for Camden County, the Department of Children’s Services is responsible for coordinating child care services within the 37 county municipalities.
Services Include:
- Free resource and referral services for families seeking child care in Camden County
- Financial assistance programs to help income eligible families pay for child care
- Training and technical assistance for licensed and registered providers and prospective providers
Family Child Care Registration
For information on any of our services, please call 856-374-6376 or email Client Services: childcareinfo@camdencounty.com. Read More. |
#81 Rent a Dog
Homeward Bound Pet Adoption Center has a “Rent-A-Dog” program to enrich the daily lives of shelter pets while providing a way for dog lovers to spend some quality time with man’s best friend. Approved patrons can now “Rent-A-Dog” for one to three hours during the day, whether it is for a hike, a walk in the park, or just to cuddle on your lunch break. Homeward Bound strives to keep dogs as comfortable as possible, but time out of the shelter is vital to both the mental and physical health of the dogs in their care. By renting a dog you will help that pet find a home and greatly improve the dog’s quality of life. You must be 18 years old with valid a driver’s license to qualify for the program, complete a dog questionnaire and sign a foster care agreement, as well as go through a dog handling session with trained staff and volunteers. Click here to for more details about Homeward Bound Pet Adoption Center Rent-A-Dog program. |
#82 Fine Free Library Services
As of July 1, The Camden County Library System eliminated all overdue fines. The library’s mission is to provide equal access to information, services, and opportunities that empower, enrich, and enhance the quality of life for all. Eliminating overdue fees will further that mission by removing a significant barrier to the library’s resources. Visit the Camden County Library website to learn more. |
#83 Bike Share
Camden County launched the Gloucester Township Bike Share program out of the Regan Building, in partnership with Gloucester Township’s Mayor and Green Team. Volunteers repair donated and recovered bikes and make them available for Camden County residents. Residents can borrow a refurbished bike from the distribution center located at the Lakeland Complex. They may take the bike home with them, or simply go for a short ride and return it when they are done. This program provides residents with a fun, healthy, free and green form of recreation and transportation. Contact the office of sustainability to learn more. |
#84 Home Delivered Meals
The Camden County Department of Health and Human Services provides hot, nutritious meals to over 300 Camden County senior citizens, who are homebound and at the greatest risk of not getting their proper nutrition. To be eligible for home delivered meals, an individual must:
Reside in Camden County and be age 60 years or older
Have a disability and live alone
Be unable to leave the home without the assistance of another person
Be unable to prepare a nutritious meal for themselves
Have daytime assistance for no more than 4 hours during the day
Not require a special diet
Not be a recipient of Medicaid Managed Long Term Support Services (MLTSS)
For more information, please call 856-374-MEAL (6325) or email meals@camdencounty.com. |
#85 Miracle League
The Camden County Board of Freeholders is proud to apart of Camden County Miracle League for the 5th year! Miracle league is a baseball league for children and adults from 5 & up with special needs. The games take place at Boundless Field in Camden County’s award-winning and fully accessible Challenge Grove Park. If you are interested in participating in this activity or would like to learn more about disABILITIES programming, contact Karen Weidner at karen.weidner@camdencounty.com or by phone at 856-216-2127 |
#86 Fans for Seniors
To help senior citizens beat the heat during the summer months, the Camden County Freeholder Board distributes free fans. Camden County residents age 60 and older with an income of $25,000 or less are eligible to receive a fan. Extreme heat can be especially dangerous for seniors who do not take the proper precautions to cool their home. To request a fan or to obtain more information, please call the Camden County Division of Senior Services at (856) 858-3220. |
#87 Camden County Planning Board
The Camden County planning process reviews factors that directly impact county facilities such as county owned roads and stormwater management systems. To learn more about the Camden County Planning Board, click here. |
#88 Hire One Initiative
This program was created in 2013 by the Camden County Workforce Development Board as a special hiring program for businesses. This program helps connect businesses to labor forces in your area. Participating businesses can get access to a variety of free benefits and services! If you are a business owner or representative. Read More. |
#89 Electronics Recycling, Hazardous Waste, and Shredding
The Camden County Board of Freeholders’ Division of Environmental Affairs holds various electronics recycling collections, hazardous waste collections, and shredding events throughout the year. These events are free to all residents in order to help promote the safe collection of waste and a better environment. The next event will be a hazardous waste collection on September 14th. For more information, please call (856) 858-5241 or read more here. |
#90 Job Fairs
The Camden County Board of Freeholders, in cooperation with the Camden County One Stop Career Center, holds two job fairs every year. Job fairs include resume workshops, local employers, career seminars and more. Read More. |
#91 Recycle Coach
Check out this free app and website for assistance with your recycling! This program allows you to input your locality, what you plan on recycling, and other information so you get the most out of your recycling! This will allow you to have the best information on what to recycle and when, as the Recycle Coach will also help you access various collection day schedules. Read More. |
#92 Caucus Live Stream
Caucus meetings are held once a month to review resolutions listed in the monthly agenda for a scheduled meeting of the Camden County Board of Freeholders. These meetings can be viewed via our live stream and each agenda is posted on our website for public viewing. For schedule and more information, click here. |
#93 Senior Services Guide
The Camden County Board of Freeholders is pleased to present this comprehensive guide to services for our senior population and their families. This directory outlines available services from a variety of agencies throughout the county in order to assist you in accessing any program needs you might have for you or your family. Much of the information in the directory is also maintained on our website. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Division of Senior and Disabled Services at 1-877-222-3737. To download the guide, click here. |
#94 Camden County Veterans Advisory Committee
The Camden County Veterans Advisory Committee is a volunteer organization that represents sixty-five thousand Camden County veterans and their families. It is a committee composed of representatives from all veterans’ organizations in Camden County. The committee advises the Camden County Board of Freeholders and all other levels of government on issues pertaining to veterans and their well-being, including legislation, activities, and new benefits. Read More. |
#95 Board of Taxation
The Camden County Board of Taxation maintains a list of every real estate sales transaction in Camden County including the property owners name, addresses, most recent tax assessment, and block and lot information. The Camden County Tax Board is responsible for the property tax appeal process, tabulating the Abstract of Ratables and Equalization Tables for Camden County. Read More. |
#96 Hazmat
Hazmat/CBRNE Emergency Response in Camden County is accordance with Mutual Aid Agreements throughout the State. Hazmat performs inspections in accordance with New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s regulations. This Unit also provides Training at the Regional Emergency Training Center for Fire, Police, EMS, OEM, Local, State and Federal Personnel in Hazardous Materials Technician Level Courses. We are one of two facilities in the State of NJ approved to teach the New Jersey State Police 80 Hour Hazardous Materials Technician Certification Course. For more information contact: (856) 374-6049. |
#97 Camden County Cultural Awareness Commission
The Camden County Cultural Awareness Commission was established in March 2018. The purpose of this commission is to facilitate awareness of the cultural diversity of the various ethnic, racial, and religious groups within the County of Camden via seminars, educational programs, exhibits, guest speakers, etc. The focus of the Commission is to foster a community spirit which promotes human dignity, harmony and understanding within and among the various ethnic groups which make up the citizenry of Camden County. To learn more about this Commission or general information about cultural diversity events and programs, please contact 856-225-5562. Read More. |
#98 Women, Infant, and Children Program (WIC)
/service/health-human-services/new-jersey-wic/New Jersey WIC services provides supplemental nutritious foods to pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants and children up to the age of five. WIC services include nutrition education and counseling, breastfeeding promotion and support, immunization screening and health care referrals. WIC service agencies are conveniently located throughout New Jersey. For more information or an appointment, click here and find the WIC location nearest you. |
#99 CCMUA
The Camden County Municipal Utility Authority’s Regional Wastewater Treatment System treats 58 million gallons (220 million liters) of sewage discharged every day from properties in Camden County. This flow travels through 135 miles (215 kilometers) of pipe assisted by 27 pump stations. The CCMUA was required to construct these facilities by the United States Environmental Protection Agency to bring Camden County into compliance with the Federal Clean Water Act. For more information about the CCMUA, visit their website. |
#100 Superintendent of Schools
The Camden County Office of Education serves as the local field office and representative for the New Jersey Department of Education. Camden County is home to approximately 511,000 residents of which approximately 76,000 are students that attend one of the 36 school districts (with school buildings), two non-operating school districts (Hi-Nella and Chesilhurst), one Educational Services Commission, and 13 charter/renaissance schools. There are over 150 schools in the county that provide educational services to the children on a daily basis during the school year. The Camden County Office of Education, under the direction of the Executive County Superintendent of Schools, is responsible for the following: Evaluation and ongoing monitoring of school district performance, evaluation of opportunities for consolidation of services within the county including, but not limited to, purchasing, special education and transportation service; Teacher, educational services and administrator license processing and county substitute credential issuance; Review and approval of school district budgets, administrator contracts, pupil transportation contracts and school facilities; Health, safety and security issues in public schools; Education law and code review, interpretation and enforcement; Special education review and approval; Criminal background check review and monitoring; Grants management review and notification. Read More. |
#101 County Teacher of the Year
Each year New Jersey honors one educator as State Teacher of the Year. The county-level selections were made by panels representing administrators, teachers, parents and county education association representatives convened by the executive county superintendents of schools. The portfolios of the talented teachers, which include a Teacher of the Year application and a 15-minute DVD, will be evaluated by a state-level panel of educators that will recommend finalists to be interviewed in September. The New Jersey School Boards Association will be represented in the judging process. Read More. |
#102 High School Completion (Adult Basic Skills Classes – Formerly GED)
Camden County College’s Adult Basic Skills Program for high school equivalency certificate exam preparation (formerly called GED) has been proudly serving New Jersey residents since 2008. We offer a unique academic program with qualified and caring instructors. Our comprehensive program is customized to meet the needs of each individual as they prepare for the HiSet high school equivalency exam. ABS students will take courses in reading, writing, science, social studies and math. They will also use online independent study programs and take practice HiSet tests. When students pass all 5 sections of the HiSet exam, they will receive a New Jersey State issued High School Diploma! After earning their High School diplomas, ABS students participate in a cap and gown graduation ceremony held annually each June. Friends and relatives are invited to share in this special day. Read More. |
#103 Pollution Control Financing Authority of Camden County
The PCFACC seeks to provide environmentally responsible, economical, long-term solid waste disposal services to the County of Camden. The PCFACC owns and operates the Pennsauken Sanitary Landfill and is involved with other issues related to the management of solid waste in Camden County, N.J. PCFACC operates under the authority of the New Jersey Pollution Control Financing Law, the N.J. Department of Environmental Protection, the N.J. Department of Community Affairs, and the N.J. Local Finance Board. Read More. |
#104 Municipal Alliance Program
Camden County’s Municipal Alliance provides services to expand the prevention and education components of the Comprehensive Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Plan of Camden County. The Municipal Alliance: Coordinates planning and programs of local alliances throughout Camden County; oversees D.A.R.E. Program and Project Prom/Graduation; Offers consultation services for the development and implementation of municipal programs; Coordinates funding and evaluation of programs. Read More. |
#105 Helping Our Heroes
The Camden County Board of Freeholders and Cooper University Health Care are piloting a new program for first responders including Firefighters and EMS. The program will provide convenient preventative health services to this high-risk population. Camden County boasts 2,800 emergency responders who will have access to this service which will help identify and combat potentially life-threatening diseases. Read More. |
#106 disABILITIES and Special Needs Programs
The Camden County Division of Programming for Individuals with disABILITIES and Special Needs offers a wide range of activities and programs throughout the year. Most programs are free to attend, but registration is required. Activities include: Miracle League Baseball at Boundless Field, Monthly Dances, Bingo Nights, Camp Sunnyside, Para Rowing, Arts and Crafts, Exercise, Golf Lessons, County Park Walks and Bike Rides, Make and Take Nature Classes, I-Can Bike Clinic, Therapeutic Horseback Riding, Choir, Bell Choir, Ice Skating, Dance Lessons, Roller Skating. Read More. |
#107 Women’s Health Expo
The Camden County Board of Freeholders hosts an annual Women’s Health Expo each May at Camden County College. The expo brings together mothers, daughters, sisters, and friends for a day of wellness. Experts from around the region lead interactive workshops and panel discussions about health, nutrition & exercise, family, mind, body & spirit, and professional & financial wellness. Click here to see a recap of last year and keep an eye out for 2020 details. |
#108 Norcross-McLaughlin Memorial Dell
The Dell is one of the most valued entertainment venues in Camden County, mainly thanks to the enthusiastic and participatory community in Haddon Heights and throughout the area. Last year, major renovations modernized and updated the 87-year-old venue built by the Roosevelt-era Works Progress Administration. Camden County crews renovated the stage and sound systems, updated the seating, and expanded accessibility for those with disabilities. Other various quality improvements were made to the site as well. The venue’s capacity was increased from 3,500 to approximately 4,000 visitors, and the adjacent trails were improved to ease the transport of support equipment. “We’re so excited about these upgrades because they give the venue a modern flair and improve the visitor’s experience without abandoning its backyard feel,” Freeholder Jeff Nash said. “The Dell maintains its hidden-gem charm, but the newly-realized atmosphere is going to surprise a lot people.” Read More.
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#109 Parks Guide
This year we celebrated our 175th year with a jam-packed summer of events. Our concert lineup was better than ever with a performance by David Crosby, the 4th of July Freedom Festival, a new Rock the Park Series and six shows at the newly renovated Norcross-McLaughlin Dell at Haddon Lake Park. With our calendar full of family friendly activities, there was truly something for everyone in this year’s guide. In addition, this year’s guide featured another dual Parks Guide and Recycler featuring useful environmental news, what you need to know about recycling, dates for household hazardous waste collections and more. Read More. |
#110 Events & Community Outreach
The Department of Events and Community Outreach is responsible for a wide range of special events, programs, and initiatives and manages marketing and community outreach for Camden County’s departments and offices. Read More. |
#111 Shredding Events
Held in conjunction with the Household Hazardous Waste Collection, Camden County offers free paper shredding. The next shredding event will take place on October 5th from 8:30 AM to 1 PM at Woodcrest PATCO Station, 300 Tindale Drive in Cherry Hill. This event is for Camden County residents only; no businesses will be accepted. For more information, call the Division of Environmental Affairs at (856) 858-5241. Read More. |
#112 Overdose Awareness Vigil
Each year, Camden County hosts an candlelight vigil in remembrance of those we have lost to overdose and to raise awareness about the scourge of drug addiction throughout the country. Friends and families are invited to submit the names and photos of their loved ones prior to the event to be shown as part of a remembrance slideshow. The evening provides a rare opportunity for families affected by loss to remember and celebrate their lost loved ones publicly. The photos served as a stark reminder that drug addiction has become ubiquitous, affecting diverse communities in our area and across the nation.” Read More. |
#113 Community Development
Camden County’s Office of Community Development offers a wide range of services. Programs include the Home Improvement Program (HIP), programs for first time homebuyers, municipal construction projects, and social services projects. To learn more about Community Development and projects, click here. |
#114 Addiction Awareness Taskforce
The Freeholder Board formed an Opiate and Heroin Addiction Awareness Task Force to assist in promoting addiction awareness and education in Camden County. By increasing awareness, the task force aims to reduce the demand for heroin and prescription drugs. They also promote available resources to treat and prevent drug addiction. Read More. |
#115 Mental Health Resources
The Camden County Office of Mental Health and Addiction shares resources and information to help those struggling with mental health and addiction. The county receives funding to ensure the availability of treatment services, particularly for the indigent, qualified treatment providers to provide programs that address mental health. Mental health services include: wrap-around funds, emergency shelter placement, payee services and boarding home socialization. The Office of Mental Health & Addiction also offers information and referral and convenes the Local Advisory Committee on Alcohol and Drug Abuse (LACADA), County Alliance Steering Committee (CASS), Professional Advisory Committee on Alcohol and Drug Abuse, Professional Advisory Committee (Mental Health), Mental Health Board, Disaster Response Crisis Counselors (DRCC) and Suicide Task Force. To learn more about eligibility requirements for these services or general mental health or substance abuse related information and referrals, please contact. Read More. |
#116 Bridge Loan
The Camden County Board of Freeholders has established the Camden County Catastrophic Illness in Children Relief Fund Bridge Loan (CICRFBL), which assists local families by providing secured “bridge loans” for up to $5,000 to be used for eligible down payments or expenses. For example, a loan could be used to make modifications to their home to make it wheelchair accessible, or for equipment to improve mobility for a medically fragile child. The Camden County Bridge Loans that are approved by the Catastrophic Illness in Children Relief Fund are then repaid by the Fund, not by the family. To learn more about this special Camden County Bridge Loan or to see if your family can qualify, contact: Camden County Division of Special Child Health Services, DiPiero Center, Suite 401, 512 Lakeland Road, Blackwood, NJ 08012, Phone: 856-374-6021. Read More. |
#117 County Health Officer
The County Health Officer / Public Health Coordinator is responsible for 37 municipalities in Camden County in promoting a healthy community, preventing/controlling communicable and non-communicable diseases, and protecting against environmental hazards. For a public health or an environmental health emergency, the County Health Officer or his staff are on-call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, through the Camden County Communication Center at (856) 783-1333. Read More. |
#118 Youth Adult Community Leader Award
The Young Adult Community Leader Award is presented every Freeholder meeting to a young adult in Camden County who has exemplified leadership in their daily lives. Read More. |
#119 Cooper River Yacht Club
Located at 450 North Park Drive along the Cooper River, the Cooper River Yacht Club offers sailing lessons for adults, kids and teens. competitive racing and fun races, and community sailboat usage, kayaking and canoes, beautiful sunsets and a sheltered, non-total river. Visit www.cooperriveryc.org for call (856) 869-9145 for more information on events and membership. |
#120 Public Works
The Camden County Department of Public Works maintains over 400 miles of county highways. Public Works personnel perform a wide range of tasks, ranging from engineering to snowplowing, to ensure county roads remain well maintained and safe for the motoring public. Public Works is located in the Charles DePalma Complex in Lindenwold, NJ. We are on-call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, ready to serve the needs of county residents. The Public Works Department is committed to making county roads safer for both drivers and pedestrians alike. To contact Public Works, Read More. |
#121 Paddle Boat & Kayak Rentals
The Camden County Board of Freeholders is excited to offer paddle boat and kayak rentals along the Cooper River. Rentals are available from 11 AM to 5 PM on Thursdays and Fridays, and from 10 AM to 5 PM on Saturdays and Sundays (From Memorial Day through Labor Day). Paddle boat rentals cost $20 for an hour on the river, and kayak rentals cost $30 per hour. Special rates are available during the week for those who wish to stay out on the river for longer. The concession stand is located at the corner of Cuthbert Blvd. and North Park Dr. in Cherry Hill. Location: Cuthbert Blvd. and North Park Dr. in Cherry Hill. For More information, contact Cowboymikescanoerental@gmail.com or (609) 332-5065. |
#122 Corrections Programs
Camden County offers a variety of service and educational programs for inmates including computer lab, G.E.D., job fair, second chance and work programs. Click here for more information. |
#123 Addiction Awareness Task Force
The Freeholder Board formed an Opiate and Heroin Addiction Awareness Task Force to assist them in promoting addiction awareness and education in Camden County. The task force was officially created at their June 19th 2014 Freeholder Meeting held in Cherry Hill. The task force will be charged with increasing awareness of prescription opiate and heroin abuse and addiction, aimed at reducing the demand for heroin and prescription drugs. They will also promote available resources for help and support the development of additional resources to treat and prevent addiction to heroin and prescription drugs. Read More. |
