Health Department
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The Lawrence Township Health Department provides public health services to the residents of this community. Under the mandates of the Public Health Practice Standards of Performance for Local Boards of Health and the ordinances and policies of the Board of Health, the Health Department promotes and protects the public's health by the use of disease prevention activities, health promotion and education, inspections and enforcement activities. The Health Department responds quickly and effectively to the ever-changing priorities of the public health field in order to meet the needs of the community. |
Keith Levine, Township Health Officer
Telephone: (609) 844-70890
| Keith Levine, Health Officer, presented the 2024 Health Department Budget at the February 6 Towns Council meeting. The presentation can be viewed here. |
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| The Lawrence Township Health Department wants to hear from you! Your input will help the Department to continue to improve. You can use this link to complete the The Lawrence Township Health Department wants to hear from you! | The Lawrence Township Health Department wants to know the health concerns and the priorities of the residents. This survey will provide important feedback to the Department Use this link to provide the Health Department with your input. |
Health Department Calendar
Monthly Health Department Resources
Each month the Health Department will prepare information and resources regarding health related topics. Up coming topics
- World Aids Day
- Arm & Arm
- Flu Basics
- Flu Vaccine
- Handwashing
- Happiness Hormones
- Impaired Driving and What to Tell Your Children
- Mood and Brain Supporting Minerals
- Respiratory Illnesses
- Sleep Healthy
- Stay Active this Winter
- Vaccinations for Adults
Sexual Violence
PROGRAMS
NJ Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (Ongoing)
Free Flu and COVID Vaccinations
Mercer county Department of Public health will be offering free COVID and Flu vaccines for underinsured/uninsured adults. For more details see the attached.
Mercer County Office on Aging Asks Older Adults and Caregivers to Complete Annual Needs Assessment
The Assessment plays a critical role in collecting responses from seniors to determine the needs in the aging community. Responses will be incorporated into the Office on Aging’s annual Area Plan Contract. Adults, caregivers, and others who work with the older adult population, can complete the survey by visiting:
https://www.mercercounty.org/departments/human-services/aging-disability-resource-connection/office-on-aging/office-on-aging-needs-assessment-survey#!/
Truck-Mounted Mosquito Larviciding
The Mercer County Mosquito Control will conduct Truck-Mounted larviciding throughout the County, which includes the use of target-specific, biorational granules applied to standing water to help prevent larval mosquitoes from developing into biting adult mosquitoes. View this link for upcoming sprayings.
If you would like to request service, please take a moment and use this link to complete and submit the necessary form. To assist us in better serving you, please review the form for accuracy prior to submission.
Home Safety Tips
Water Testing Resources
- Certified Water Services
- Omega Environmental Services
- (201) 489-8700
- https://omega-env.com
- Contact: Larry Zaccherio
- Water Testing Labs from Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Please note: This is simply a resource list for residents. If you find any information on this list is inaccurate, please feel free to contact the Health Department at (609) 844-7089 0remail at health@lawrencetwp.com.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning resources in English and Spanish.
Visit the Consumer Products Safety Commission website for updates on recalls.
Lawrence Township Health Department was recognized in the 2023-2024 New Jersey Influenza Honor Roll
Child Health Conferences
Child Health Conferences are conducted each month for children 0-18 years of age that are uninsured, uninsured (Family Care Part A, and Native American/Alaskan natives) The clinic is staffed with a licensed pediatrician and qualified public health nurses. The services include a physical examination, growth measurements, lead screening, required immunizations, tuberculosis testing, hearing, vision and developmental assessments. This clinic is by appointment only, appointments can be made by calling the nurse's office at (609) 844-7094. The Lawrence Township Health Department participates in The Vaccines for Children (VFC) program which helps provide insurance at no cost to eligible children through care providers enrolled in the program. This helps ensure that all children have a better chance of getting their recommended vaccinations on schedule. Visit this site for more details.
LGBTQ Resources
- Talking to your Physician about being LGTBQ
- Accepting Referrals for LGBTQ+ Counseling (Pride Center of Mercer County)
- Pride Center
- Pride Center Information Card
Free STI Testing and Treatment Clinics
Free and confidential STI & HIV testing are available for Lawrence residents at the Hamilton Township Division of Health at 2100 Greenwood Ave, Hamilton, NJ 08609. *Free HIV testing now available* Visit the following links for more information in English and Spanish.
Additional Resources
Council on Compulsive Gambling
Mercer County Division of Public Health
Mercer County Free Food Finder