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In Case of Emergency
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In case of an emergency: Call 911

Call 911 if someone is experiencing a life-threatening situation:

  • not breathing
  • seizing/convulsing
  • is unconscious
  • is bleeding profusely

It is recommended that families with children with special or chronic medical needs contact their Local Police/EMS Services to pre-coordinate an emergency response plan if needed in the future.

State Services & Resources

Family Violence
Substance Abuse
Child Abuse and Neglect
Family Emergency Preparedness 

NJ Poison Helps (NJ Poison Control)

Prenatal Care, Concerns & Emergency Situations
Perinatal Mood Disorders & Postpartum Depression
Safe Haven (Anonymous Drop-off for Unwanted Infants)

Crises/Screening Centers (DHS Division of Mental Health Services)
Crises Response Services for Children with Behavioral Health Needs

Catastrophic Illness in Children Relief Fund (Assistance with Extraordinary Medical Bills)

Federal Resources

Poison Help
CDC Coping with Stress

Community Resources

NJ Local Public Health Departments 
NJ211 (Access to Community Resources)  
2nd Floor (Confidential and Anonymous Youth & Young Adult Helpline)

Professional Resources

Emergency Medical Services for Children

 
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