Referrals and Resources


Information on Abortion and Pregnancy Options

NAF (National Abortion Federation)
1.800.772.9100

  • The professional association of abortion providers in North America. Offers information about abortion, finding an abortion provider, and financial assistance.

Choice Link Up

  • A directory listing for information about reproductive health and rights, abortion, pregnancy options, and discussion-based websites.

Pregnancy Options Workbook

  • This online workbook offers information on adoption, abortion, and parenting, as well as chapters on spirituality, self-care, decision-making exercises, and information just for men.
  • This site also offers “Abortion: Which Method Is Right for Me?” for women choosing between medication and surgical abortion.

Counseling (Pre- and Post-Abortion)

Backline
503.493.0092 or 888.493.0092

  • Open, honest conversation and support for women and their loved ones before and after an abortion.
  • Free and confidential.

Exhale
1.866.439.4253

  • Provides post-abortion services, counseling, training, and education.
  • Spanish and Asian languages available.

Imagine
505.757.2991

  • Guidance, support, and therapy for women before or after having an abortion.
  • No charge for initial 30 minute conversation.

Resources by County in New Jersey

Atlantic
  • Jewish Family Service of Atlantic and Cape May Counties
    Ventnor, NJ
    609-822-1108
  • Family Service Association of Atlantic County in Egg Harbor Twp.
    Egg Harbor Twp., NJ
    609-569-0239

Bergen

  • Comprehensive Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. (CBH)
    Lyndhurst, NJ
    201-935-3322
  • West Bergen Mental Health Care in Ridgewood
    Ridgewood, NJ
    201-444-3550 Contact ACCESS Dept. for an appt.
  • Care Plus NJ, Inc. in Paramus
    Paramus, NJ
    201-986-5000 (Access)

Burlington

  • Family Services of Burlington County in Mt. Holly, NJ
    1-800-963-3377
  • The Lester A. Drenk Behavioral Health Center
    Mount Holly/Hainesport/Pemberton/Willingboro
    1-800-43-DRENK (for Westampton only)
    609-267-1377
  • S.O.D.A.T. Outpatient Addictions Treatment Program
    (Available in Burlington, Camden, Cumberland, Gloucester and Salem Counties)
    124 N. Broad Street
    Woodbury, NJ 08096
    856-845-6363

Camden

  • Archway Programs – Human Services Division
    Camden, NJ
    Larry Gevirtz
    856-767-6039
  • Hispanic Family Center of Southern NJ
    2700 Westfield Avenue
    Camden, NJ 08105
    856-365-7393
  • Jewish Family and Children’s Services
    Cherry Hill, NJ
    856-424-1333
  • S.O.D.A.T. Outpatient Addictions Treatment Program
    (Available in Burlington, Camden, Cumberland, Gloucester and Salem Counties)
    124 N. Broad Street
    Woodbury, NJ 08096
    856-845-6363

Cape May

  • Cape Counseling Services
    217 N. Main Street Ste. 202
    Cape May Courthouse, NJ 08210
    609-465-5041

Cumberland

  • Cumberland County Guidance Center
    Millville, NJ
    856-825-6810
  • S.O.D.A.T. Outpatient Addictions Treatment Program
    (Available in Burlington, Camden, Cumberland, Gloucester and Salem Counties)
    124 N. Broad Street
    Woodbury, NJ 08096
    856-845-6363

Essex

  • Family Connections
    Orange, NJ
    973-675-3817
  • Nutley Family Service Bureau
    155 Chestnut Street
    Nutley, NJ
    973-667-1884
  • Irvington Counseling Center
    Irvington, NJ
    973-399-3132
  • Cope Center, Inc.
    Montclair, NJ
    973-783-6655

Gloucester

  • S.O.D.A.T. Outpatient Addictions Treatment Program
    (Available in Burlington, Camden, Cumberland, Gloucester and Salem Counties)
    124 N. Broad Street
    Woodbury, NJ 08096
    856-845-6363

Hudson

  • Bayonne Community Mental Health Center
    Bayonne, NJ
    201-339-9200
  • St. Mary’s Hospital Community Mental Health Center
    Hoboken, NJ
    201-792-8200
  • Palisades Medical Center/Counseling Center
    North Bergen, NJ
    201-854-0500
  • The Puerto Rican Family Institute
    Jersey City, NJ
    201-610-9429
  • Women’s Center of Monmouth County, Inc. – 180 Turning Lives Around
    Hazlet, Asbury Park, NJ
    732-264-9110
  • Community YMCA Family Services
    166 Main Street
    Matawan, NJ 07747
    Jan Krolack – Contact
    732-290-9040
  • Meridian Health Center, Behavioral Health Center
    48 Front Street
    Red Bank, NJ 07701
    732-450-2900 Main
    732-450-2089 Access

Mercer

  • Family Guidance Center Corp
    Princeton, NJ
    1-800-813-0555

Middlesex

  • Jewish Family Services of South Middlesex
    East Brunswick, NJ
    732-257-4100

Passaic

  • SERV Centers of New Jersey
    West Trenton, NJ
    609-406-0100
    1-800-987-7378

Salem

  • S.O.D.A.T. Outpatient Addictions Treatment Program
    (Available in Burlington, Camden, Cumberland, Gloucester and Salem Counties)
    124 N. Broad Street
    Woodbury, NJ 08096
    856-845-6363

Union

  • Family and Children’s Services
    Elizabeth, NJ
    908-352-7474
  • Jewish Family Service Agency of Central NJ
    Elizabeth, NJ
    908-352-8375
  • Overlook Hospital (formerly Family Service of Summit)
    Summit, NJ
    908-522-4800

Warren

  • Family Guidance Center of Warren County
    Washington, NJ
    908-689-1000

RELIGIOUS

RCRC (Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice)
202.628.7700

  • Offers resources on clarifying one’s spiritual beliefs around abortion, as well as a comprehensive list of publications for download on individual religions’ stances on choice.

Catholics for a Free Choice
202.986.6093

  • Resources for pro-choice Catholics.

Financial Assistance

NNAF (National Network of Abortion Funds)

  • Helps women who need financial assistance to obtain an abortion procedure.
  • Provides support for the creation of new abortion funds and existing funds.
  • Advocates for reproductive healthcare and rights on a national level.

NAF (National Abortion Federation)
1.800.772.9100

  • The professional association of abortion providers in North America.
  • Offers information about abortion, finding an abortion provider, and financial assistance.

New Jersey Medicaid Information and Requirements
If you are using New Jersey Medicaid to pay for your procedure at Cherry Hill Women’s Center you MUST have your current Medicaid card (see phone numbers below for information on obtaining Medicaid information)

NJ Department of Social Services by County
(for NJ Medicaid Information as of 1/5/06)
County Phone Number
Atlantic (609) 348 - 3001
Bergen (210) 336 - 7400
Burlington (609) 261 - 1000
Camden
- medical transport
(856) 228 – 8800
- (856) 225-8107
Cape May (609) 886 – 6200 or
(609) 889 - 9332
Cumberland (856) 691 - 4600
Essex (973) 395 - 8400
Gloucester (856) 582 - 9200
Hudson (201) 271 - 4310
Hunterton (908) 788 – 1300
Mercer (609) 989 – 4320
Middlesex (732) 745 – 4276
Morris (973) 285 – 6844
Ocean (732) 506 – 5374
Passaic (973) 470 – 5758
Salem (856) 299 - 7200
Somerset (410) 677 – 4200
Sussex (973) 383 – 3600
Union (908) 965 - 2700
Warren (908) 475 - 6206

If you are using New Jersey Medicaid to pay for your procedure you will be required to have a photo ID unless otherwise authorized by Cherry Hill Women’s Center (see information below, listed by county, on obtaining identification) If you have any questions about identification please contact the office at 1.800.877.6331 to speak with a phone counselor.

Atlantic
(609)645-5839

Everyone: Must have valid birth certificate (with raised seal), proof of residency (2 pieces of mail with name and address) and social security card. Cost is $10.
Aged 14 and under: Must have both parents present, and both parents must have state/county ID, and report card (must include name address on card)
Aged 15-17: Must bring one parent with state/county ID, and report card (must include name, address)

Bergen
(201)336-7000

Everyone: Must have valid birth certificate (with raised seal), and proof of residency (2 pieces of mail with name and address). Cost is $20. Can get ID at 1 Bergen County Plaza in Hackensack.
Minors (under 18): must bring same as above, but if they cannot provide proof of residency, must bring one parent with proof of residency.

Burlington
(609)265-5122
ONLY TO SENIOR CITIZENS

Camden

Everyone: Must have valid birth certificate (with raised seal), one piece of mail to show proof of current residency, and social security card. Cost is $2.
Aged 14 and under: Must have both parents present, parents must bring one piece of mail to show proof of current residency and driver’s license.
Aged 15-17: Must have one parent present, parent must bring one piece of mail to show proof of current residency and driver’s license.
Can go to:
Echelon Mall, 2nd Floor (856) 566-2920 or 1-800-613-1199

Gloucester Township (856) 782-6130
1333 Blackwood-Clementon Road
Clementon, NJ 08021

Cherry Hill Mall, Suite 1025 Upper Level (856) 661-3160

Camden County Service Center at South County Library: (856) 753-6210
35 Coopers Folly Road
Winslow, NJ 08004

Cape May
(609)465-1010

Everyone: Must have valid birth certificate (with raised seal), social security card, and must provide proof of residency showing resident of the county for 6 months. Cost is $10.
Minors: Must provide proof of residency for 6 months with either report cards that have name and address on them (report cards must go back 6 months) or school IDs that show person has been resident of Cape May County for 6 months

Cumberland
(856)451-8000, Ext. 4864

Everyone: Must have valid birth certificate (with raised seal), social security card, and proof of residency, either using drivers license or mail. Cost is $20.
Aged 15 and under: Must have both parents with them, and parents must show proof of residency, either using drivers license or pieces of mail.
Aged 16-17: Must have one parent with them, and parent must show proof of residency, either using drivers license or mail.

Essex
(973)621-4921
DOES NOT ISSUE COUNTY ID

Gloucester
(856)853-3254

Everyone: Must have valid birth certificate (with raised seal), a valid NJ Driver's License or proof of residency. Cost is $10.
Minors (under 18): Must have a parent with proof of residency.

Hudson
(201)795-6112
DOES NOT ISSUE COUNTY ID

Hunterdon
(908)788-1221

Everyone: Must have valid birth certificate (with raised seal), and proof of residency (either Drivers License or mail). The cost is $10.
Can go to: Hall of Records -- 71 Main Street, Flemington. Hours: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm M-F
Minors: Need one parent with proof of residency

Mercer
(609)989-6960

Everyone: Must have valid birth certificate (with raised seal) OR naturalization certificate OR valid resident alien card, and 2 passport-type photos or photos from an automatic photo machine; or 2 photos 1 ½" X 1 ½". Cost is $10.
Under 16: Must have one parent with drivers license
Aged 16-17: Parent not required, but must provide proof of residency through either Report cards of pieces of mail

Middlesex
(732)745-5722

Everyone: Must have valid birth certificate (with raised seal), and social security card. Cost is $16 cash. Hours are 8:30am-12pm.
Under 18: Must have one parent with them; parent must have proof of residency. If parent has different last name from minor, must bring proof that they are parent.

Monmouth
(732)431-7324

Everyone: Must have the certified birth record with the raised seal, social security card, valid New Jersey driver's license showing a Monmouth County address (must be a street address, post office box is not acceptable). The fee for an identification card is $13.00 - cash, money order, Visa, or MasterCard.
Located in the County Clerk's Building.
33 Mechanic Street, Freehold, 07728
Go to the second floor, stairs or elevator, through the double doors.
Under age 17: Must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. If a guardian, must provide guardian ship papers. If the parent and child do not share the same last name, must provide documentation showing a name connection.

Morris
(973)285-6120

Everyone: Must have valid birth certificate (with raised seal), and driver’s license/proof of residency. Cost is $15 cash or check. Hours are Monday-Friday 8am-4pm.
Minors: Must have parent/legal guardian with driver’s license/proof of residency.

Ocean

Everyone: Must have 2 Documents that contain evidence of your identity (Birth Certificate with a Raised Seal and Social Security Card), and 1 Document displaying proof that you are an Ocean County Resident (Utility or Credit Card Bill from past 90 days, W-2 form or correspondence from the IRS/State Tax Office in the last year, Property tax bill/statement from the past year, Checking/Savings Account Statement from past 60 days, or Driver License or Voter Registration Card with Ocean County residency). Cost is $10.
Under 16: Must be accompanied by a parent.

Can go to
Ocean County Courthouse
118 Washington Street, Toms River, NJ
(732) 929-2018

Ocean County Mall (Near JC Penney)
Hooper Avenue, Toms River, NJ
(732) 288-7777

Southern Ocean Cnty Resource Ctr
225 Recovery Road, Manahawkin, NJ
(609) 597-1500

Northern Ocean Cnty Resource Ctr
225 4th Street, Lakewood, NJ
(732) 370-8850

Passaic
(973)225-3632

Everyone: Must have valid birth certificate (with raised seal), and proof of residency. Cost is $10.
Minors: Must bring a parent with proof of residency.

Salem
856-935-7510 Ext. 8377

Everyone: Must have valid birth certificate (with raised seal), social security card, and proof of residency. There is no fee.
Under 17: Must have parent, and parent must have proof of residency

Somerset
(908) 231-7006

Everyone: Must have valid birth certificate (with raised seal), proof of residency (two pieces of current mail), and Two Identical Color Photos (Size: 1 1/2" x 1 1/2”). Cost is $10, cash or money order. Hours are 8:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Mon, Tues, Thurs and Fri., 8:15 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Wed
Under 21: Persons under 21 years of age without a valid driver’s license must appear with a parent or legal guardian, and parent must have proof of residency (i.e. two pieces of current mail)

Sussex
(973) 579-0900

Everyone: Must have valid birth certificate (with raised seal), proof of residency and social security card. Cost is $20 cash
Under 18: Must bring one parent with proof of residency

Union
(908) 527-4967

Everyone: Must have valid birth certificate (with raised seal), and provide proof residency. $10 fee.
14 years of age or older: Must be accompanied by parent with proof of residency.

Warren
(908) 475-6211
DOES NOT ISSUE COUNTY ID


DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

National Domestic Violence Hotline
800-799-7233

  • Offers crisis intervention and refers victims to adult protective-services organizations across the country.
  • Anonymous, confidential, 24 hours a day.

Domestic Abuse Helpline for Men
888-743-5754

  • Offers resources for male victims of domestic violence.

NJ Coalition for Battered Women
800.572.7233

  • Offers information and referrals for women in New Jersey.

Women’s Referral Central
1.800.322.8092

  • Provides information and referrals to women in NJ.
  • Offers referrals such as: discrimination, housing, displaced homemakers, and divorce.

NJ Domestic Violence Crisis and Support Resources

  • A directory of domestic violence resources broken down by NJ counties.

MANAVI
732.435.1414

  • Offers resources and services for the empowerment of South Asian women.
  • Provides legal services, interpretation and transportation services, support groups, shelters, and counseling.

The Network/LA Red
617.423.7233

  • Domestic abuse hotline for lesbians, bisexual women and transgender folks.
  • Spanish available.

Gay Men’s Domestic Violence Project
1.800.832.1901

  • A non-profit organization providing community education and direct services.
  • Offers shelter, guidance, and resources.

Resources for Domestic Violence (24-hour Hotlines)

National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233
Domestic Abuse Helpline for Men 888-743-5754
NJ Coalition for Battered Women 800-572-7233
Women’s Referral Central 800-322-8092
Child Abuse Hotline 877-NJ-ABUSE

Bilingual Domestic Violence Hotline

National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233
Manavi of South Asian Women 732-435-1414

For more information on domestic violence resources by county in New Jersey or Pennsylvania, please call the office at 1.800.877.6331.


Rape/Sexual Assault

National Sexual Assault Hotline
1.800.656.HOPE

  • A nationwide partnership of more than 1,100 local rape treatment hotlines providing victims of sexual assault with free, confidential services 24/7

Women’s Referral Central
1.800.322.8092

  • Provides information and referrals to women in NJ.
  • Offers referrals such as: discrimination, housing, displaced homemakers, and divorce.

NJ Coalition Against Sexual Assault
800.601.7200

  • Provides support for sexual assault victims and encourages collaboration between community systems.
  • Offers counseling, accompaniment to hospital and police stations, and resource referrals.

Rape/Sexual Assault Hotlines

National Sexual Assault Hotline 800-656-HOPE
Women’s Referral Central 800-322-8092
New Jersey Coalition Against Sexual Assault 800-601-7200
By counties:  
Atlantic 800-286-4184
Bergen 201-487-2227
Burlington 856-234-8888
609-267-8500
Camden 866-295-SERV
Cape May 609-522-6489
Cumberland 856-293-9753
Essex 877-733-CARE
Gloucester 866-295-SERV
Hudson 201-795-5757
Hunterdon 888-988-4033
Mercer 609-394-9000
Middlesex 877-665-7273
Monmouth 888-264-RAPE
Morris 973-829-0587
Ocean 609-494-1090
Passaic 973-881-1450
Salem 856-935-6655
Somerset 908-526-7444
Sussex 973-875-1211
Union 908-233-7273
Warren 866-6BE-SAFE

Bilingual Rape/Sexual Assault Hotline

New Jersey Coalition Against Sexual Assault 800-601-7200

HIV/AIDS

KNOW HIV/AIDS
866.344.KNOW

  • Provides information on HIV/AIDS and a directory on local testing sites across the US.

CHOICE Hotline
215.985.3300

  • The CHOICE Hotline’s HIV/AIDS Resource Guide is a searchable online database of services for HIV testing, support groups, case management, medical care, food and housing, emergency resources, and more for Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey.

NJ HIV/AIDS Resource Directory
732.932.3358

  • Provides a variety of community resources available throughout NJ.

AIDS Coalition of Southern NJ
856.933.9500 or 800.229.2437

  • Provides comprehensive resources for people affected with HIV/AIDS.
  • Offers resources such as transitional housing, nutritious meals, case management, legal services, and support groups.

PROCEED (Puerto Rican Organization for Community Education and Economic Development)
908.351.7727

  • Provides resource and health information to the Latino community.

HispanicFamily Centerof Southern NJ
856.541.6985

CamdenArea Health Education Center
856.963.2432

  • Runs a variety of health programs, in addition to HIV/AIDS programs.
  • Serves a diverse population such as: African American, Latino, and Asian/Pacific Islander.

NJ Department of Health and Senior Services (Divison of HIV/AIDS Services)
609.984.6191

  • Offers information and a listing of local HIV testing sites.

Free HIV/Aids Testing Site

NJ AIDS/STD Hotline 800-624-2377
NJ Department of Health and Senior Services 609-984-6328

Free Health Centers

Dover Community Clinic 973-328-3344
New Brunswick Health and Wellness Center 732-745-5300
Irvington General Hospital (Newark) 201-399-6021
Newark Health Department STD Clinic 201-648-2444
Eva’s Village Medical Clinic (Paterson) 973-523-6220
Community Health Center at Vauxhall 908-964-8010
NJ Department of Health and Senior Services 609-984-6328

Legal Services

Women’s Law Project
215.928.9801

  • A nonprofit public interest legal advocacy organization that performs litigation, public policy advocacy, public education, and individual counseling.

Center for Gay/Lesbian Civil Rights
215.731.1447

  • Offers direct and legal services for the LGBT community.

NJ Legal Services System
888.576.5529

  • Services are provided at no charge, but must be financially eligible to qualify and representation is not guaranteed.

NJ Home for Domestic Violence Legal Info

  • Provides legal information for women, immigrants, and teens.
  • Also offers a directory on local legal aid services for free or low cost.

Legal Services of NJ
732.572.9100 or 888.576.5529

  • Provides free legal assistance to low-income people in civil matters.

Political Activism

NNAF (National Network of Abortion Funds)

  • Helps women who need financial assistance to obtain an abortion procedure.
  • Provides support for the creation of new abortion funds and existing funds.
  • Advocates for reproductive healthcare and rights on a national level.

NARAL(National Abortion Rights Action League)
202.973.3000

  • Provides information on advocacy and how to participate in reproductive rights issues.

NOW (National Organization for Women)

  • Information for young feminists.

ACLU-NJ (American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey)
215.592.1513

  • A non-profit organization dedicated to defending and protecting individual rights and personal freedoms through advocacy, public education and litigation.
  • Visit ACLU.org for links to ACLU affiliates in other states.

For more information, or additional resources, please call Cherry Hill Women’s Center at 856.667.5910 or 800.877.6331.

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