Spent time in June meeting w/other state leaders & HHS/CMS officials at the Humphrey Building. Posting today because walking past this sign in the building's lobby reminds me of the promise & hopes of this nation, & these words are a reminder every day as to the privilege of being a public servant.

Older adults are at greater risk during extreme heat. Stay hydrated and spend time in air-conditioned spaces. Meanwhile, check on older family members, friends, and neighbors, especially those who live alone or have chronic health conditions. Learn more: nj.gov/humanservice...

♨️🌡️ Extreme heat can create challenges for people with disabilities. Be prepared before an emergency. NJ's #RegisterReady lets people with disabilities voluntarily share information with local emergency planners. 📱 Call 2-1-1 or 🔗‍Visit RegisterReady.nj.gov. @stateofnewjersey.bsky.social

❄️Necesita un centro de acondicionamiento? 🌡️☀️El calor agobiante de hoy se sentirá a más de 100 grados! NJ 211 es un gran recurso para información de la ubicación de centros de acondicionamiento en NJ 🔎Visite el sitio web para encontrar una ubicación 🔗 bit.ly/2KEfQfW

Take the heat seriously and look out for one another - This morning Gov. Sherrill and I, along with many other NJ government officials, shared resources for New Jerseyans to #BeatTheHeat and stay safe over the coming days. @njhumanservices.bsky.social @stateofnewjersey.bsky.social

🌡️☀️The #Heat is on in NJ! We thought it was a good time to talk about how seniors can safely beat the heat. 🎥Check out our video with @njhumanservices.bsky.social' Assistant Commissioner Louise Rush. #BeatTheHeat #HeatWave

🌡️☀️Did you know that #ExtremeHeat can impact behavioral health conditions? Steve Crimando of @njhumanservices.bsky.social’ Div of Mental Health & Addiction Srvs explains here bit.ly/3JvJKmD Visit HeatHub.nj.gov for more on how to protect yourself from extreme heat events. @dep.nj.gov

🌪️🌀⛈️💨 When hot weather hits, will you be #RegisterReady? ♿NJ residents with disabilities can voluntarily provide info to emergency response agencies so responders can better plan to serve them in a disaster or emergency. ╰┈➤ registerready.nj.gov

🌪️🌀⛈️💨Cuando llegue el calor, estará #RegisterReady? ♿Los residentes de NJ con discapacidad pueden facilitar sus datos a agencias de emergencias para que puedan planificar la atención que les prestarán en caso de catástrofe o emergencia. ╰┈➤ registerready.nj.gov

Declaración del comisionado @cmrchanj.bsky.social sobre la sentencia del Tribunal Supremo relativa a la ciudadanía por nacimiento

❄️Need A Cooling Center? 🌡️☀️Today's oppressive heat will feel 100+ degrees! NJ 211 is a great resource for cooling center location information throughout New Jersey. 🔎 Visit their website for a location in your town. 🔗 www.nj211.org/nj-cooling-centers

❄️Necesita un centro de acondicionamiento? 🌡️☀️El calor agobiante de hoy se sentirá a más de 100 grados! NJ 211 es un gran recurso para información de la ubicación de centros de acondicionamiento en NJ 🔎Visite el sitio web para encontrar una ubicación 🔗 bit.ly/2KEfQfW

@cmrchanj.bsky.social Statement on Supreme Court Decision on Birthright Citizenship

❄️Need A Cooling Center? 🌡️☀️Today's oppressive heat will feel 100+ degrees! NJ 211 is a great resource for cooling center location information throughout New Jersey. 🔎 Visit their website for a location in your town. 🔗 www.nj211.org/nj-cooling-centers

Under federal rules, states can no longer replace skimmed #SNAP benefits. 🔐One easy way to protect your benefits is to lock your card when it's not in use. www.nj.gov/humanservice...

This #ImmigrantHeritageMonth, we celebrate the individuals and families who came here seeking opportunity, built new lives, strengthened our communities, and pursued their own American dream. 🎥 @cmrchanj.bsky.social tells the story of his immigrant family's Korean heritage. #ImmigrantStories

Statement from Human Services Commissioner @cmrchanj.bsky.social on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Payment Error Rates Released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Declaración del Comisionado de Servicios Humanos, @cmrchanj.bsky.social, sobre las Tasas de Error en los Pagos del Programa de Ayuda Nutricional Suplementaria (SNAP) Publicadas por el Departamento de Agricultura de los Estados Unidos

Read More: New Law Strengthening Oversight and Accountability of Developmental Disabilities Service Providers Takes Effect July 1 nj.gov/humanservice...

I've been a fan of @reachoutandread.bsky.social since learning about the program years ago. Really enjoyed reading to kids & parents at Henry J Austin Health Center - building good habits & strong bonds are key to everyone's health!

Even the smallest amount of fentanyl can be fatal. 🔗 Check out stayinthepic.nj.gov and learn the dangers and risks of this lethal drug.

@njhumanservices.bsky.social @cmrchanj.bsky.social, Deputy Commissioner Valerie Mielke, CFO David Drescher, Assistant Commissioner Greg Woods, and NJ DOH Commissioner Washington were among those who welcomed CMS staff to Trenton for a discussion about the Rural Health Transformation Program.

🎥 A look at the importance of #Medicaid to New Jersey individuals with disabilities and their families: "They're going to hurt a lot of people and potentially kill people as a result of the potential cuts." #MedicaidMatters #MedicaidSavesLives #NJFamilyCare

70% of people in ICE detention have no criminal conviction at all. Access to legal representation is not about guaranteeing a particular outcome – it's about ensuring everyone has their day in court. 🔗‍️ www.nj.gov/humanservice...

The advice that has always stuck with me - Just remember what you’re trying to do. Remember what you’re about.

Impacting people's lives - the core of Human Services.

N.J. attorneys: your expertise can make a difference. We need volunteers for Rapid Legal Response to provide support to New Jerseyans facing immigration detention and enforcement actions. Join us in advancing access to due process. Learn more: www.nj.gov/humanservice...

Due process is fundamental. Alongside @mikiesherrill.bsky.social and legislative leadership we're expanding legal support to residents facing detention/deportation to ensure access to representation & a fair hearing. No one should face such challenges alone. Learn more: www.nj.gov/governor/new...

The best prevention of eligible people losing Medicaid coverage would be for Congress to repeal H.R. 1. But until that's a reality, Human Services is working hard to improve our systems and engage with partners to mitigate harm to New Jersey.

NJ could lose up to $6B under HR1, which slashes Medicaid & SNAP. I’ll keep pushing for repeal, but we must also adapt and protect families. See our latest analysis of funding losses and families affected. Read the report now: tinyurl.com/HR1ImpactFY27

Helping families afford child care and build a stronger future. @mikiesherrill.bsky.social’s budget supports parents and gives children the strong start they deserve.

Home & community based services are key to the dignity & health of so many, especially people w/ intellectual/developmental disabilities. Open discussions w/partners are so important; thanks to NJACP for talking about the challenges & opportunities to serve NJ together.

𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥 "We look forward to the valuable insights and collaborative efforts that will emerge from this Advisory Council," said @cmrchanj.bsky.social. 🔗 Read more at bit.ly/4djg3F6

@njhumanservices.bsky.social Cmr @cmrchanj.bsky.social joined @onnewjersey.bsky.social this morning to discuss upcoming federal changes to NJFamilyCare/Medicaid & SNAP & what people need to know as changes take effect: “We’re here to help support people.” Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=iGui...

NJ Human Services Commissioner @cmrchanj.bsky.social & Deputy Commissioner Kaylee McGuire visited the BOLD Age PACE site in Oceanport with the NJ PACE Association for a tour and discussion on the future of PACE in NJ. 🔗 Learn more here: nj.gov/humanservice...

❄️Need A Cooling Center? 🌡️☀️Today's oppressive heat will feel 100+ degrees! @NJ211 is a great resource for cooling center location information throughout New Jersey. 🔎 Visit their website for a location in your town. 🔗 www.nj211.org/nj-cooling-centers

To highlight #OlderAmericansMonth, DoAS Dep. Director Melissa Chalker visited grantees of the Age-Friendly Grants Program. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Coastal & N NJ, Toms River Dept of Senior Services & Age-Friendly Ocean County all held events to promote making NJ a better place to grow older.

Swearing in police officers wasn't on my expected duties list, but it's an extraordinary honor. During Police Week, we honor the fallen and thank NJ Human Services Police for serving our most vulnerable with compassion every day statewide.

@mikiesherrill.bsky.social’s budget aims to protect health care and food assistance as federal policies change. ▪️ Safeguards emergency health care coverage ▪️ Prepares New Jersey for NJ FamilyCare eligibility changes ▪️ Helps counties sustain SNAP food assistance services

NJDHS leadership testified in front of the Senate Budget Committee this afternoon. @cmrchanj.bsky.social spoke on how @mikiesherrill.bsky.social's budget proposal addresses federal funding cuts while maintaining essential services. 🔗 To read his testimony, click here: nj.gov/humanservice...

Appreciate the opportunity to have important discussions like today’s Assembly budget hearing, especially on big issues like HR 1. Thanks to the legislators for the conversation & partnership. Thanks to my staff for their support & thanks to the advocates: always great to meet people we serve!

Innovation has helped us dramatically expand lifespans. I joined a room of entrepreneurs, healthcare pros, researchers, and corporate partners at SciTech Scity's meeting to talk about innovating for longer HEALTHspans - helping people thrive with dignity their entire life.

NJ Human Services Announces Disability Mortality and Abuse Prevention Advisory Committee “This Advisory Committee represents an important step forward in our ongoing work to strengthen oversight, accountability, & support across our system” Cmr. @cmrchanj.bsky.social. www.nj.gov/humanservice...

👮🏻‍♀️🚔Today @cmrchanj.bsky.social swore-in the newest recruit, Faith Mascari, into the NJ Human Services Police Force. Human Services Police protect the people of the state with a focus on children, families, individuals with disabilities and special needs.

💰 April is #AbleToSaveMonth! ❓ Considering opening a savings account, but worried about losing eligibility for public programs? 💰 #NJABLE allows individuals with disabilities to save tax-free. 🔗 See how you can #SaveWithAble today! savewithable.com/nj/home.html

Enjoyed the chance to chat with NJHCQI about priorities at @njhumanservices.bsky.social. We all need to work together to adapt to the coming changes & appreciated the chance to share- partnership & collaboration are key to serving the people of NJ well. shorturl.at/WZwWo

I came to NJ-I came to @njhumanservices.bsky.social -because this is a Department that shows up for people. I see the heart of this department in everything we do. Getting sworn in as Commissioner is an extraordinary honor, & reaffirms my commitment to serve NJ with dignity, compassion, & respect.

Appreciated hearing from the DDD Self-Advocacy Council about their work to educate med students & advocate for language access - in a week when I had some critical meetings, this may have been my favorite. Hearing from people directly should always be the center of our work.

Thanks to Gov McGreevey & NJ Reentry Corp for including me on today's fantastic panel of physicians. Trauma should inform all of our actions, programs and policies. We should always look to build trust, dignity, and respect at @njhumanservices.bsky.social

At Human Services, our leadership team is filled with dedicated women whose talents and experience make our Department better every day. I'm grateful to work with this outstanding team, and I appreciate everything they do in service of the people of New Jersey.