May 25, 2026
How to Know When It’s Time to Seek Mental Health Support
When we experience physical pain, we sometimes dismiss it as normal. It’s just normal aches and pains. I’m just getting older. It’s not that bad....
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May 19, 2026
Why Stigma Prevents People From Seeking Help
While much has been done to overcome the stigma surrounding mental health, we as a society have a long way to go. According to the American...
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May 04, 2026
The Connection Between Basic Needs and Mental Health
Sometimes the underlying causes of mental health disorders are practical, like food, housing, and sleep. If your most basic needs aren’t being met, even the...
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April 24, 2026
What to Expect When Starting Therapy for the First Time
You might feel a little nervous, intimidated, or skeptical about starting therapy for a lot of reasons, and that’s okay. It’s a different experience with a new...
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April 17, 2026
CMS ACCESS Model Accelerates Behavioral Health Value-Based Care
Oaks Integrated Care Selected as CMS ACCESS Model Behavioral Health Provider April 17, 2026 | DistilINFO: The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has launched...
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April 15, 2026
How Stress Affects Sleep, Mood, and Focus
Stress is the human body’s natural response to life’s challenges. Stress can even be productive in short bursts when it helps you stay alert and...
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April 14, 2026
CMS announces 150 participants for upcoming ACCESS model launch
Oaks Selected as ACCESS model Behavioral Health Provider April 14, 2026 | Healthcare IT News: The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services said it has...
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April 07, 2026
Is It Stress or Anxiety? How to Tell the Difference
Stress and anxiety are closely related. They may feel the same and have overlapping symptoms, like feeling overwhelmed, irritability, and difficulty sleeping or concentrating. But...
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March 25, 2026
What to Say (and What Not to Say) to Someone Who’s Struggling
If you suspect a loved one is struggling with their mental health, or they open up to you about thoughts and feelings that are causing them...
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Early Signs Your Mental Health May Need Attention
January 20, 2026
Signs of mental illness can be difficult to recognize. Many are dismissed as temporary stress associated with a rough patch, a bad week, not sleeping ... Read more
Creating a Mental Health Plan for the New Year
December 22, 2025
The days between Christmas and New Year’s often feel quieter and a little slower. This moment offers an opportunity not to overhaul your life or ... Read more
Winter Blues or Something More? When to Get Help for Seasonal Depression
December 18, 2025
As the days grow shorter and colder, many of us notice changes in our mood and energy. Feeling tired, less motivated, or a little “off” ... Read more
The Montclair Foundation Awards Fall 2025 Community Grants
December 11, 2025
December 11, 2025 | Montclair Local The Montclair Foundation announced its Fall 2025 Community Grant awards, supporting 13 nonprofit organizations serving Montclair and neighboring communities, ... Read more
How to Set Boundaries for Mental Wellness During Holiday Gatherings
December 9, 2025
The holiday season can be joyful, meaningful, and full of connection, but it can also bring stress and emotional triggers. Navigating complicated family dynamics, grief, ... Read more
Nonprofit health groups in Central and South Jersey merge to strengthen access to health services
December 8, 2025
December 8, 2025 | ROI-NJ Oaks Integrated Care of Mount Holly announced a merger Dec. 4 with the Association for Advancement of Public Health (AAMH), ... Read more
Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill Announces Transition Task Force
December 5, 2025
NJ.Gov | December 5, 2025 | Oaks Integrated Care Vice President Mike D’Amico Named to Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill Interdisciplinary Task Force Trenton, NJ — Governor-elect ... Read more
The Dual Stigma: Understanding Mental Health and Addiction in Marginalized Communities
November 25, 2025
For many people living with a mental health condition or substance use disorder, stigma can be just as painful as the illness itself. But for ... Read more
The Power of Family Traditions During the Holidays
November 21, 2025
As Thanksgiving approaches, many families look forward to traditions that bring them together. A favorite meal. A shared prayer. A walk after dinner. A familiar ... Read more
Supporting Siblings of Children with Special Needs
November 10, 2025
Honoring National Family Caregivers Month When a child has special needs, the entire family’s life can be shaped by care, routines, and emotional ups and ... Read more
Coping with a Chronic Illness Diagnosis
October 23, 2025
A chronic illness affects more than your physical health. It also impacts your mental health and emotional well-being. When you’re diagnosed with a chronic illness, ... Read more
Navigating Family Stress During Elections
October 17, 2025
Election seasons can stir up strong emotions such as hope, anxiety, frustration, and even fear. When those emotions enter family conversations, relationships can quickly become ... Read more
