Health Department
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The Lawrence Township Health Department provides public health services to the residents of this community. Under the mandates of the Public Health Practice Standards of Performance for Local Boards of Health and the ordinances and policies of the Board of Health, the Health Department promotes and protects the public's health by the use of disease prevention activities, health promotion and education, inspections and enforcement activities. The Health Department responds quickly and effectively to the ever-changing priorities of the public health field in order to meet the needs of the community. |
Keith Levine, Township Health Officer
Telephone: (609) 844-7089
| Keith Levine, Health Officer, presented the 2025 Health Department Budget at the February 4, 2025 Township Council meeting. The presentation can be viewed here. |
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Free rabies clinics are scheduled twice a year to coincide with each of the licensing periods for dogs and cats. The next rabies vaccination clinic will be held on January 17, 2026 and preregistration is required. Use the attached for more details about the clinic and registration. REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 5PM ON MONDAY, JANUARY 12. Use the following link for a dog license application after January 1, 2026.The rabies vaccine is available for both dogs and cats. Please adhere to the following rules when attending the rabies clinics:
Dog and cat licenses can be obtained through the Clerk's office.
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| The Lawrence Township Health Department wants to hear from you! Your input will help the Department to continue to improve. You can use this link to complete the The Lawrence Township Health Department wants to hear from you! | The Lawrence Township Health Department wants to know the health concerns and the priorities of the residents. This survey will provide important feedback to the Department Use this link to provide the Health Department with your input. | Mercer County is looking for your feedback regarding the safety of our roads. Use this survey to provide necessary and valuable feedback about the safety of the roads in Mercer County. |
Health Department Calendar
Health Department Resources
Sexual Violence
- Crisis Links
- New Jersey Human Resources Hotlines
- Sexual Violence in Men
- Vision Zero Road Safety Survery
PROGRAMS
NJ Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (Ongoing)
Free Flu and COVID Vaccinations
Mercer county Department of Public health will be offering free COVID and Flu vaccines for underinsured/uninsured adults. For more details see the attached.
Mercer County Office on Aging Asks Older Adults and Caregivers to Complete Annual Needs Assessment
The Assessment plays a critical role in collecting responses from seniors to determine the needs in the aging community. Responses will be incorporated into the Office on Aging’s annual Area Plan Contract. Adults, caregivers, and others who work with the older adult population, can complete the survey by visiting:
https://www.mercercounty.org/departments/human-services/aging-disability-resource-connection/office-on-aging/office-on-aging-needs-assessment-survey#!/
Truck-Mounted Mosquito Larviciding
The Mercer County Mosquito Control will conduct Truck-Mounted larviciding throughout the County, which includes the use of target-specific, biorational granules applied to standing water to help prevent larval mosquitoes from developing into biting adult mosquitoes. View this link for upcoming sprayings. If you would like to request service, please take a moment and use this link to complete and submit the necessary form. To assist us in better serving you, please review the form for accuracy prior to submission.
Home Safety Tips
Water Testing Resources
- Certified Water Services
- Omega Environmental Services
- (201) 489-8700
- https://omega-env.com
- Contact: Larry Zaccherio
- Water Testing Labs from Rutgers Cooperative Extension
Please note: This is simply a resource list for residents. If you find any information on this list is inaccurate, please feel free to contact the Health Department at (609) 844-7089 0remail at health@lawrencetwp.com.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning resources in English and Spanish.
Visit the Consumer Products Safety Commission website for updates on recalls.
Lawrence Township Health Department was recognized in the 2023-2024 New Jersey Influenza Honor Roll
Child Health Conferences
Child Health Conferences are conducted each month for children 0-18 years of age that are uninsured, uninsured (Family Care Part A, and Native American/Alaskan natives) The clinic is staffed with a licensed pediatrician and qualified public health nurses. The services include a physical examination, growth measurements, lead screening, required immunizations, tuberculosis testing, hearing, vision and developmental assessments. This clinic is by appointment only, appointments can be made by calling the nurse's office at (609) 844-7094. The Lawrence Township Health Department participates in The Vaccines for Children (VFC) program which helps provide insurance at no cost to eligible children through care providers enrolled in the program. This helps ensure that all children have a better chance of getting their recommended vaccinations on schedule. Visit this site for more details.
LGBTQ Resources
- Talking to your Physician about being LGTBQ
- Accepting Referrals for LGBTQ+ Counseling (Pride Center of Mercer County)
- Pride Center
- Pride Center Information Card
Free STI Testing and Treatment Clinics
Free and confidential STI & HIV testing are available for Lawrence residents at the Hamilton Township Division of Health at 2100 Greenwood Ave, Hamilton, NJ 08609. *Free HIV testing now available* Visit the following links for more information in English and Spanish.
Additional Resources
Council on Compulsive Gambling
Mercer County Division of Public Health
Mercer County Free Food Finder