@cmrchanj.bsky.social
Father, physician, Commissioner at New Jersey Department of Human Services.
@cmrchanj.bsky.socialGrateful to my good friend Heather Howard for giving me the chance to speak to the excellent @princeton.edu students in the Global Health Colloquium. We had a great conversation on NJ & federal health policy and career paths into public service.
@cmrchanj.bsky.socialMy day got off to a great start attending the @njsap.bsky.social Annual Conference. I love meeting self-advocates, & they have warmly embraced me. I'm grateful to celebrate our partnership!
@cmrchanj.bsky.socialLast week Dep Cmr Mielke & I participated in the @libertyscictr.bsky.social SciTech Scity roundtable focused on metabolic issues & other systemic health concerns. I appreciate the chance to learn & listen to leaders who are innovating to improve the health of New Jerseyans in new & exciting ways.
@cmrchanj.bsky.socialAn important announcement!
@njhumanservices.bsky.socialReposted by @cmrchanj.bsky.socialRecognize #NationalDisabilityEmploymentAwarenessMonth with our October webinar series on supported employment, Pre-ETS, NJ WorkAbility, and Project SEARCH.
Learn, connect, and explore pathways to employment for people with disabilities: nj.gov/humanservice... #NDEAM2026
@njhumanservices.bsky.socialReposted by @cmrchanj.bsky.social@njhumanservices.bsky.social Emergency Management Director Joseph Geleta has been among those at the State Emergency Operations Center monitoring the nor’easter. DHSOEM helps coordinate and is always ready for any needed sheltering, feeding, emergency supply, and family reunification response.
@njhumanservices.bsky.socialReposted by @cmrchanj.bsky.socialN.J. Boosts Oversight of Medicaid Home Care Services to Protect Program Integrity
“NJ is committed to protecting the integrity of NJ FamilyCare and making sure every Medicaid dollar is used as intended to provide care to the people who need it,” Cmr. @cmrchanj.bsky.social.
www.nj.gov/humanservice...
@njhumanservices.bsky.socialReposted by @cmrchanj.bsky.socialYesterday, @cmrchanj.bsky.social participated at @rwjbarnabashealth.bsky.social's 10th anniversary of their Peer Recovery Program. He joined a panel moderated by George Helmy featuring NJ Dept of Health Cmr Washington, Former DOH Cmr Baston, & Exec. Dir. Calvo Of Substance Use Services.
@njhumanservices.bsky.socialReposted by @cmrchanj.bsky.socialThank you to everyone joining today's annual Opioid Summit for a meaningful day of learning, connection, and collaboration focused on prevention, treatment, recovery, and strengthening New Jersey's response to the opioid crisis. @mikiesherrill.bsky.social @cmrchanj.bsky.social
@njhumanservices.bsky.socialReposted by @cmrchanj.bsky.social👌🤟 It’s #InternationalDayofSignLanguages!
Early access to sign language & services is vital to the growth & development of a deaf individual. DDHH offers language acquisition services through an #ASL Deaf Language Associate.
🔗More on this program here:
www.nj.gov/humanservice...
@njhumanservices.bsky.socialReposted by @cmrchanj.bsky.socialMeet Eddie Walker Hill, Edgewater Park resident, WWII vet & 1st Garden State Centenarian Club member.
He served in the Air Force & Army, including with the Black 1695th Engineer Combat Battalion in WWII’s European Theater.
Read more about Mr. Hill: tinyurl.com/mr38ap28
@njhumanservices.bsky.socialReposted by @cmrchanj.bsky.socialNJ Human Services Launches Centenarian Club to Celebrate New Jerseyans Who Have Reached 100th Birthday Milestone
“We are excited to launch this initiative to celebrate those New Jerseyans who have reached this remarkable milestone.” - Commissioner @cmrchanj.bsky.social.
www.nj.gov/humanservice...
@cmrchanj.bsky.socialSeeing the deep bonds between Direct Service Professionals & their clients has been a gift, so this morning I shared my gratitude w/this group of DSPs at The Arc of NJ's conference. Thank you to all DSPs for being the backbone of our services, providing dignity & independence to NJ residents.
@njhumanservices.bsky.socialReposted by @cmrchanj.bsky.social📜 @cmrchanj.bsky.social helped The Arc of NJ celebrate #DirectSupportProfessionalsRecognitionWeek by presenting a proclamation from @govsherrill.bsky.social and sharing gratitude for their hard work and excellent care for individuals with IDD.
@njhumanservices.bsky.socialReposted by @cmrchanj.bsky.social
@njhumanservices.bsky.socialReposted by @cmrchanj.bsky.socialChief of Staff Bechelli swore-in new recruits Cardoso and Rivera, Jr., whose father, HSP Officer Alex Rivera, Sr., held the Bible for the oath, to the @NJDHS Police. HSP officers protect the people of the state with a focus on children, families, ppl w/ disabilities & special needs.
@cmrchanj.bsky.socialThis is great news for New Jersey - a new tool to safeguard benefits and protect residents from being victims of benefit fraud.
@njhumanservices.bsky.socialReposted by @cmrchanj.bsky.social‼️ EBT Cardholders: If you live in Essex, Mercer or Cumberland counties and received a new chip-enabled EBT card, activate it by Sept. 13.
Your old card will NOT work after Sept. 13.
Learn more at: nj.gov/humanservice...
@njhumanservices.bsky.socialReposted by @cmrchanj.bsky.socialDeputy Commissioner for Aging and Disability Services Kaylee McGuire joined the NJ PACE Association to celebrate PACE’s statewide impact. PACE helps older adults age with dignity while staying healthier in their homes and connected to communities. Learn more: nj.gov/humanservice...
@njhumanservices.bsky.socialReposted by @cmrchanj.bsky.socialEveryone needs a break. Respite care provides caregivers a temporary rest from caregiving, for more information, 📲 call 1-877-222-3737 or visit our website: 🔗www.nj.gov/humanservices/doas/services/q-z/srcp/
