Grateful 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.

My 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!

Last 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.

An important announcement!

NJ Department of Human Services@njhumanservices.bsky.social · 5d ago

@njhumanservices.bsky.social is still waiting to hear from 10,400 individuals possibly impacted by the Trump cuts to #NJFamilyCare effective today. If you're among them, you might be able to regain health coverage by verifying eligibility. Visit here to learn more: nj.gov/humanservice...

Recognize #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.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.

N.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...

Yesterday, @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.

Thank 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

👌🤟 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...

Meet 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

NJ 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.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.

#NeverForget911 #PatriotDay

Chief 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.

This is great news for New Jersey - a new tool to safeguard benefits and protect residents from being victims of benefit fraud.

NJ Department of Human Services@njhumanservices.bsky.social · 4w ago

@njhumanservices.bsky.social Announces EBT Chip Cards Are Now Available Statewide “We are excited to make these more secure cards available to all residents who participate in #SNAP or the WFNJ program.” Commissioner @cmrchanj.bsky.social. www.nj.gov/humanservice...

‼️ 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...

Deputy 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...

Everyone 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/

Read @cmrchanj.bsky.social's #LaborDay op-ed on the 2025 Trump cuts to Medicaid and SNAP and the impact they will have on both those who rely on the programs for health care and food but on the workers who must carry them out.

Dr. Stephen Cha@cmrchanj.bsky.social · 4w ago

We’ve talked a lot about how the Trump law cuts Medicaid and SNAP and how devastating this will be for people who rely on these programs. This Labor Day let’s also remember the caseworkers who will have to carry out these cuts at county agencies and partner organizations: www.nj.com/opinion/2026...

We’ve talked a lot about how the Trump law cuts Medicaid and SNAP and how devastating this will be for people who rely on these programs. This Labor Day let’s also remember the caseworkers who will have to carry out these cuts at county agencies and partner organizations: www.nj.com/opinion/2026...

N.J. commissioner: Jersey’s families will pay the price for Washington’s Medicaid cuts.

New Jersey Human Services Commissioner Dr. Stephen Cha writes that federal Medicaid and SNAP changes approved by Congress and signed by President Trump will have real consequences for New Jersey famil...

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Nursing home residents and advocates shared experiences, perspectives, and concerns directly with @cmrchanj.bsky.social, Dep. Cmr. Kaylee McGuire and Chief of Staff Jade Bechelli, bringing ideas for policies to better support residents and strengthen care quality.

Deputy Commissioner Kaylee McGuire, Consumer Directed Services Dir. Rebecca Thomas & Senior Policy Adv. Jack Teters presented at the Advancing States conference, sharing how NJ is boosting home- and community-based services via self-direction, age-friendly planning, & provider integrity.

@njhumanservices.bsky.social Dep. Commissioner Valerie Mielke joined NJ Dept of Health Cmr Washington, Hamilton Mayor Martin, and Recovery Advocates Board Chair Denise Lovill in remembering Mercer Co residents lost to overdose at the annual Prevention Council of Mercer Co. Overdose Awareness event.

I appreciate this incredible group of leaders working every day to improve the lives of New Jerseyans.

NJ Department of Human Services@njhumanservices.bsky.social · last mo.

On #WomensEqualityDay we honor & celebrate @njhumanservices.bsky.social women leaders working to ensure women have health & child care, child support, food assistance & more. Visit: njfamilycare.org childcarenj.gov njchildsupport.org njhelps.org nj.gov/connectingnj

Make sure to read the latest @njhumanservices.bsky.social news – this week we made big strides on 3 topics close to my heart: the Rural Health Transformation Program, implementation of HR1, and finding a pathway to continue building the 988 care continuum. tinyurl.com/3xyf7scs

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Providing assistance through programs and services to NJ residents in need.

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New Jersey Rural Health Transformation Program Launches New Website and Announces Year Two Outlook Webinar “Every New Jerseyan deserves access to quality and affordable health care, no matter where they live,” - Commissioner @cmrchanj.bsky.social. www.nj.gov/humanservice...

Introducing the new home for New Jersey Rural Health Transformation. Explore our new website for information, updates, resources and more: bit.ly/4hKW5Wm

#SNAP fraud isn’t about widespread misuse by recipients. Fraud represents a small share of overall benefits, but we remain vigilant. Criminals stealing benefits through skimming hurt families who rely on SNAP, which is why NJ is introducing EBT chip cards to help protect benefits

Did you know that NJDOL helps people with disabilities build careers? The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services offers free career counseling, job placement support, training funding, and more to help you reach your employment goals. Learn more & refer yourself: www.nj.gov/labor/career...