The Camden County Prosecutor’s Office is excited to announce its Diaper Drive and proud that police departments across the county have teamed up to participate. You can help by donating diapers - preferred sizes are 4, 5, 6, and pull-ups - and baby wipes in the coming weeks through Sunday, Sept. 27th. Please drop off all donations to these local police departments: Cherry Hill Police Department, 820 Mercer Street, Cherry Hill or Pennsauken Police Department, 2400 Bethel Avenue, Pennsauken. Each department will have a donation box inside their lobby, allowing for a quick, contact-free drop-off. “In light of the hardships caused by the current health crisis, we recognize that a number of parents may find themselves in difficult financial times. This Diaper Drive is just one small way to help alleviate one stressor on our families,” said Acting Camden County Prosecutor Jill Mayer. “The Camden County community is home to numerous agencies who take a proactive, preventative approach to help protect children and we are happy to work together in the fight against child abuse."
County Flu Shot Schedule
Seasonal Flu Shots will be offered to county residents by the Camden County Department of Health and Human Services who recommends everyone get a flu shot this flu season, especially children and seniors who are most vulnerable. The flu shots are provided for no-out-of-pocket cost. Flu vaccinations are provided for children age 9 and older at the flu clinic sites. Children under the age of 9 need to see their primary care physician. The schedule may be found here. For more information, contact the Camden County Department of Health and Human Services at 1-800-999-9045. Stay safe and protected this year!
African American Geneology
The Camden County Historical Society Lecture Series presents Professional Genealogist, Shamele Jordon, who will inspire you with tools to find and tell your family story. Attend the full series or an individual presentation on Sundays from 1:00-2:30 p.m. On February 23rd view the best African-American records from 1850-1950 and learn the best strategies to gather evidence to tell the story of free and enslaved. On March 1st learn about the latest in DNA testing, which test to take, and how to use the results to find your true family story and, on March 8th Technology: Top software, apps, and websites for researching, organizing, and sharing your family story. Series Fee: $50 members / $65 nonmembers. Individual Fee: $20 members / $25 nonmembers. Tickets available through eventbrite.
County Freedom Medal
Pennsauken resident Mary Anne McFarland will be among 14 Camden County residents honored at the 2020 Camden County Freedom Medal Ceremony for serving the public interest by demonstrating the ideals and actions that reflect the principles of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. McFarland is a long-term resident of Pennsauken, committed to grassroots initiatives and leadership roles for three nationally recognized organizations, the Woman’s Club of Merchantville, the Home Tour and Operation Santa. Mary Anne was a long-term troop Leader for Boy Scouts in Merchantville, Pennsauken and Haddon Heights, having a great impact in the region by fostering future leaders. Mary Anne currently serves on the Lions Club of Pennsauken and has been the Secretary and Sight Chairperson for the last decade. The ceremony will take place on Wednesday, January 22nd at the Collingswood Ballroom. Tickets are available to the public here for $40 each in advance of the event. Please RSVP your attendance by calling 856-216-8217 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Vote By Mail
For those who are concerned about the health risk posed by coronavirus, Camden County has an alternative voting process which is just as safe, secure, and confidential called "Vote by Mail". This option allows a voter to vote without going to the polls on election day. Any registered voter can Vote By Mail and no reason is necessary to apply. If you would like to Vote by Mail, click on the Vote by Mail Application. Governor Phil Murphy on April 8th, 2020 signed Executive Order No. 120, postponing primary elections on Tuesday, June 2nd to Tuesday, July 7th in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Census Job Fair
Congressman Norcross will host a Census Job Fair at Pennsauken Library on Friday, February 14th from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Every 10 years, the U.S. Census Bureau is responsible for conducting the nationwide census. The Census Bureau is recruiting to fill important temporary positions to help make the 2020 Census an accurate and complete count. Completing an accurate census supports funding for Medicaid, school lunch programs, community development grants, road and school construction and medical services. General Census FAQs.
Caregiver Support Group
Branching Out to Caregivers is a caregiver support group that provides resources and health caregiving. Join us on January 21st from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Haddon Township Branch of the Camden County Library System to learn about caregiver stress, legal concerns, respite programs, adult medical day centers, Alzheimer’s and dementia education and much more. This event is presented by the Camden County Board of Freeholders, Department of Health and Human Services Division of Senior and Disabled Services and ADRC. Please RSVP by calling (856) 374-2582 or emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..