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Office of the Ombudsman for Individuals
with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities and Their Families

Medical Resources

New Jersey State Government Resources

NJ Department of Health

The NJ Department of Health (DOH) three primary branches are Public Health Services, Health Systems, and Integrated Health. Each aspect of the Department works collaboratively to strengthen New Jersey's health system.

Health Facilities

The NJ Department of Health licensed Hospitals, Ambulatory Care, and Acute Care Facilities.

Federally Qualified Health Centers

New Jersey's Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) deliver healthcare to all people regardless of their ability to pay. Individuals seeking assistance do not need health insurance to receive care at a health center. They serve the uninsured as well as patients with Medicaid, NJ FamilyCare, Medicare, and private insurance.

Quality of Care Resources

The NJ Department of Health maintains information about the quality of New Jersey healthcare services and facilities. Individuals can also file a complaint regarding the care received if it did not meet their needs or caused harm.

Hospital Care Financial Assistance

For assistance paying for care received at a NJ hospital individuals can apply for Charity Care.

NJ Office of Primary Care and Rural Health

The NJ Office of Primary Care and Rural Health, housed in the NJ Division of Family Health Services, maintains information regarding obtaining primary care services in the community including information about financial assistance, underserved areas, and populations.

NJ Special Child Health and Early Intervention Services

The NJ Early Intervention System, housed in the NJ Division of Family Health Services, implements New Jersey's statewide system of services for infants and toddlers, birth to age three, with developmental delays or disabilities, and their families.

NJ Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged & Disabled Program

The Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled program (PAAD), administered by the NJ Division of Aging Services is a state-funded program that helps eligible older adults and individuals with disabilities save money on prescription drug costs.

NJ Special Child Health Services Case Management Unit

Each of New Jersey's 21 counties maintains a Special Child Health Services (SCHS) Case Management Unit (CMU). These programs are funded by the NJ Department of Health and each county’s Board of Commissioners. Their mission is to promote access to preventative and primary care for children and youth with special health care needs from birth up until their 22nd birthday.

Other Community Resources

ARC of NJ Health Care Advocacy Program

The Arc of New Jersey's Health Care Advocacy Program promotes quality healthcare for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout New Jersey.

Autism NJ Helpline and Find a Referral

Autism New Jersey's Helpline and Find a Referral provide resources including healthcare services and supports throughout New Jersey.

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Last Updated: Wednesday, 04/09/25
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