Health & Wellness

Health Resources (From RECE Resource Guide, Updated 4/2022)

COVID-19 Information

Center for Disease Control Information and FAQ on COVID-19

·         https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/

·         For Spanish Speaking individuals: https://www.ncoa.org/about-ncoa/bienvenidos-a-ncoa/covid-19-recursos-para-adultos-mayores-y-sus-cuidadores/

State of NJ COVID-19 Information

·         https://www.nj.gov/health/cd/topics/ncov.shtml

Online COVID-19 Self-Assessment:

You can go online and assess your symptoms and gage your risk.

·         https://self.covid19.nj.gov/

24 Hour NJ Public Hotline

Call anytime if you have questions about coronavirus, symptoms, or risk of exposure

·         1-800-222-1222

COVID-19 Testing

Starting April 2022 due to updated HRSA policy there will be costs associated with testing at some of Jersey City’s partner sites.

·         The last day of testing at the Bethune Center is April 8, 2022

·         The last day of testing at 463 Marin Blvd is Saturday, April 23, 2022

The Uninsured Program that covered the cost of testing for Jersey City residents that do not have health insurance has stopped accepting claims for testing and treatment due to lack of sufficient funds.

COVID-19 Vaccinations:

Vaccinations are now available for NJ residents ages 5 and up

Starting April 1st 2022, the city of Jersey City will transition down to the following two sites for COVID-19 Vaccinations:

·         The Bethune Center – 140 Martin Luther King Drive

·         Pershing Field – 201 Central Avenue

You can book an appointment:

·         Online at bespokehealthco.com

·         Calling 201-373-2316 (anyone needing a vaccination and is homebound should also contact bespoke for an appointment)

·         Walk-ins are also welcome

Telehealth Medical Services

Speak to a doctor online from the comfort of your home:

·         For those with Medicaid you can find more information on Telehealth Services at: https://www.medicaid.gov/medicaid/benefits/telemedicine/index.html

·         Most insurance providers have telehealth services in-network, you can find more information on your insurance provider’s website.

Medical Providers that provide Telehealth Services:

·         DRS Medical Associates – 201-268-5636

·         Metropolitan Family Health Network – 201-478-5800

·         PromptMD Urgent Care – 201-413-5000

·         Riverside Medical Group – 201-863-3346

·         Carepoint Heath Medical Group – 201-216-3040

·         Jersey City Medical Center – 888-724-7123

Telehealth Mental Health Services

During this time we still understand that Mental Health is Health. Some offices offering mental health services may be closed. But, there are still resources for you utilize.

Medicaid Insurance: Indicate phone/online appointments

·        https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/medicaid/07306?sid=5e7a30f307fec&zipdist=7

·         https://www.medicaid.gov/medicaid/benefits/telemedicine/index.html

You can contact your insurance companies’ customer service line or website to find a Mental Health Specialist that offer telehealth services.

LPCNJ – Mindful Counseling Services

Offering free support groups to help community members

·        Spanish support group for women (Free)

·        Support group for women (Free)

·        Adolescent girls support group (Free)

·        Mindfulness in recovery (Small fee)

To register visit www.njcounselors.com

For any questions contact (201) 481-8733

To find a counselor near you go to:

·         https://naswnjclinicalsupervisors.knack.com/find-a-therapist-in-new-jersey#home/

·         Enter the name of your city in the search box

Hotlines

Hotlines are still available for you to contact should you need to:

·        Abortion – Call: 1-866-439-4253 or Text: HELPLINE to 313131

·        Bullying – Call: 1-800-420-1479 or Text: HOME to 741741

·        Domestic Violence – Call: 1-800-799-7233 or Text: SUPPORT to 741741

·        Eating Disorders – Call: 1-800-931-2237 or Text: NEDA to 741741

·        Greif – Call: 1-800-445-4808 or Text: CARE to 839863

·        LGBTQ+ – Call: 1-866-488-7386 or Text: START to 678678

·        Mental Health – Call:1-800-950-6264 or Text: NAMI to 741741

·        Pregnancy Infant & Child Loss – Call: 1-800-944-4773 or Text HELLO to 741741

·        Self-Harm – Call: 1-800-366-8288 or Text: CONNECT to 741741

·        Sexual Assault – Call: 1-800-656-4673 or Text: HOME to 741741

·        Suicide – Call: 1-800-273-8255 or Text: HELLO to 741741