Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month: Lisa’s Story
Celebrated every March, Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month promotes the inclusion of all people and brings awareness to the daily obstacles faced by those living with...
Read ArticleCelebrated every March, Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month promotes the inclusion of all people and brings awareness to the daily obstacles faced by those living with...
Read ArticleFor over a century, social workers have continuously impacted those in-need, making our nation a more equitable and inclusive place. March is National Social Work...
Read ArticleThe series of high profile incidents of police violence against Americans in 2020 including the killing of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery, sparked...
Read ArticleThis week is Random Acts of Kindness Week, a time to spread love and support to others in your life. Here at Oaks Integrated Care,...
Read ArticleInnovative Program Expands Mental Health & Addiction Services in Camden County Mount Holly, NJ, September 16, 2020- Oaks Integrated Care is proud to announce the...
Read ArticleKYW Newsradio, May 2020 – New Jersey received $24 million from the federal government to boost mental health and addiction services through the state. $4...
Read ArticleCBS Philly, September 2018 – There are many reasons people walk into police stations, usually to report a crime or because they’re accused of committing...
Read ArticleWhat causes homelessness? Unemployment, unaddressed health issues, eviction and the high cost of living in New Jersey are frequently cited as why people become homeless....
Read ArticleSJ Magazine, July 2018 – Continuing their influential roundtable series on topics important to South Jersey, SJ Magazine’s Marianne Aleardi hosted 13 SJ leaders to...
Read ArticleAugust 26, 2026
You’re concerned and want to help, but you don’t want to say something that pushes them away or makes things worse. That’s the fine line ... Read more
August 18, 2026
Most people think of burnout as physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion. Motivation drops, performance drops, and people become disconnected from friends, family, and co-workers. Physical ... Read more
August 3, 2026
The transition from high school to higher education is about more than academics. College life, especially for students living away from home for the first ... Read more
July 23, 2026
Many people associate trauma with a single traumatic event, like a serious injury or accident, a health emergency, loss or grief from the death of ... Read more
July 10, 2026
Mental health affects people of every race, background, and culture. But access to mental health care is not equal for everyone. For many Black, Indigenous, ... Read more
July 7, 2026
Each person’s cultural beliefs, religion, experiences, and family dynamics shape their mental health, especially in Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities that have ... Read more
June 22, 2026
Research has shown that LGBTQ+ youth have higher rates of anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, and emotional distress than heterosexual youth. But they’re not more prone ... Read more
June 16, 2026
Mental health and physical health are no longer viewed as separate parts of a person’s well-being. Because all systems within the human body are connected, ... Read more
June 8, 2026
Technology touches every part of family life and offers plenty of benefits. We use smartphones to communicate throughout the day, manage family calendars, find information, ... Read more
May 25, 2026
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. ... Read more
May 19, 2026
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 ... Read more
May 4, 2026
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 ... Read more