Special Services

Special Education & Child Study Team

Renee Siegler- District Supervisor of Special Services

Joseph Sabath - Supervisor of Special Education, ESS, & Child Study Team

rsiegler@gehrhsd.net

609-625-0028

jsabath@gehrhsd.net

609-652-1372 x 3975

Katie Taylor - School Psychologist

Christine Reina - School Social Worker

ktaylor@gehrhsd.net

609-652-1372 x 3220

creina@gehrhsd.net

609-652-1372 x 3230

Eileen Brennan - Learning Disabilities Consultant

Stacey Ferrari - Speech Pathologist

ebrennan@gehrhsd.net

609-652-1372 x 3240

sferrari@gehrhsd.net

609-652-1372 x 3250

Amanda Owen - Speech and Language Therapist

aowen@gehrhsd.net

609-652-1372 x 3240

Jenna DeCicco CST Secretary

jdecicco@gehrhsd.net

609-652-1372 x 3210

Clearing House Social Services List

AtlantiCare Behavioral Health (ABH)
Southeastern New Jersey’s largest provider of mental health, substance use/addiction recovery services, and family care social services.
Offers a broad range of services including:

  • Treatment for difficulties related to home, school, work, finances

  • Treatment for mental illnesses

  • Treatment for addictions
    Emergency Services: 24-hour Psychiatric Intervention Program located at AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, City Campus. ABH also manages the 34-bed psychiatric inpatient program at the Mainland Campus of AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center.
    Phone: (609) 272-0909
    Website: atlanticare.org/services/behavioral-health

AtlantiCare Family Success Center
Phone: 1-888-569-1000
The Hammonton Family Success Center (HFSC) is a community-based, family-centered neighborhood gathering place providing family support, information, and services.
Website: hammontonfamilysuccess.org

Atlantic Cape Family Support
A 501c [3] private, non-profit service partner funded by NJ Department of Children & Families.
Offers Warmline support for parental concerns.
Phone: (609) 485-0575
Website: acfamsupport.org

Atlantic Center for Independent Living
Assistance for individuals with disabilities to live and work independently.
Phone: 609-748-2253
Website: atlanticcil.org

Atlantic County Department of Family & Community Development
Provides information about housing and emergency assistance.
Phone: 609-348-3001
Website: atlantic-county.org/family-community-development

Atlantic County Family Success Centers
Phone: (609) 569-0376
Fax: (609) 569-9164
The Inland Family Success Center offers programs and workshops designed to strengthen the family unit and community.
Website: atlantic-county.org/fsc

Atlantic County Intergenerational Services
Provides assessment, guidance, counseling, and information and referral for families, youth, disabled individuals, and senior citizens.
Phone: 1-888-426-9293
Website: atlantic-county.org/intergenerational-services

Atlantic County Narcan Training
Allows residents to receive free training and a Narcan Opioid Overdose Kit.
For more information, contact Brian Wilson at (609) 645-5932 or email wilson_brian@aclink.org.
Website: atlantic-county.org/public-health/narcan-training.asp

Atlantic County One Stop Career Center
Pleasantville: 609-813-3900
Training, assessments, resume writing, job search, referrals, financial assistance, and more.
Website: careerconnections.nj.gov

Atlantic County Workforce Development Board
Offers various services to help individuals improve their job-related skills for today’s labor market.
Phone: 609-485-0153
Website: atlanticcountywdb.com

Atlantic Homeless Alliance
Provides assistance to individuals and families who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.
Phone: 609-343-2282
Website: jfsatlantic.org/services/atlantic-homeless-alliance

Avanzar
Home-to-work services for women relative to employment.
Phone: 609-601-9925
Website: avanzarnow.org

Cape Atlantic I.N.K. (Integrated Network for Kids)
A non-profit Care Management Organization that facilitates and coordinates care for children with complex emotional and behavioral needs in Atlantic and Cape May, New Jersey counties.
Address: 1413 Cantillon Blvd, Mays Landing, NJ 08330
Website: capeatlanticink.org

Career Connection Employment Resource Institute (CCERI)
Provides training to expand employment opportunities for people in recovery.
Phone: 973-571-4100 ext. 136
Website: https://www.mhanj.org/career-connection-employment-resource-institute/

Childcare Resource & Referral Agency (CCR&R)
Provides resource and referral for families in finding appropriate childcare. Assists childcare facilities and individuals with training and oversight of childcare services.
Location: Linwood, NJ
Address: 1201 New Road, Suite 100, Linwood, NJ 08221
Phone: 609-365-5027

Child & Family Counseling Center-Family Counseling and Referral Services
285 Pine Ave, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
Phone: (609) 653-8850
505 New Rd #3, Somers Point, NJ 08244
Phone: (609) 653-8850
Website: centerffs.org

Children’s Inter-Agency Coordinating Council (CIACC)
A collaboration of local agencies involved in the Children’s System of Care and Community Services
Contact the Coordinator Kathryn Saxton-Granato, CIACC
Phone: 609-645-7700 ext. 4507
Email: granato_kathryn@aclink.org
Website: atlantic-county.org/mental-health/ciacc.asp

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) Egg Harbor Twp. Pediatric Medical Services Specialty Care, Atlantic County
4009 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing, NJ 08330-3133
Phone: 609-677-7895
Website: chop.edu/locations/specialty-care-atlantic-county

Clear Mind Counseling
1402 Doughty Rd Suite 201, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
Areas served: Egg Harbor Township and nearby areas
Phone: (609) 742-5624
Website: clearmindscounseling.com

Community Development
Provides cash assistance to individuals and couples without children who reside in any Atlantic County municipality and meet income, employment, and other criteria.
Address: Atlantic County Office Building, 1333 Atlantic Avenue, Atlantic City
Phone: (609) 348-3001
Website: atlantic-county.org/family-community-development

CONTACT Cape-Atlantic
Telephone reassurance and community support for older adults, people with disabilities, and those feeling isolated.
Phone: 609-823-1850
Website: contactcapeatlantic.org

Covenant House (CHNJ)
Provides immediate shelter and care for youth age 18-21 facing homelessness and human trafficking.
929 Atlantic Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Phone: (609) 348-4070
Website: covenanthouse.org/donation-options/donate-today

Crisis Text Line
Text “MHFA” to 741-741
Free 24/7 crisis counseling.
Website: crisistextline.org

Cross Country Connection (TMA)
Coordinates carpools and vanpools to overcome transportation barriers.
Address: One Greentree Centre, 10000 Lincoln Dr E, Marlton, NJ 08053
Phone: 856-596-8228
Email: ccctma@driveless.com
Website: driveless.com

DC Aid
Resource for available rental assistance programs, homeless prevention programs, home energy assistance, and other assistance programs.
Website: njdca-housing.dynamics365portals.us/en-US/

Division of Public Health Substance Abuse Services
Provides treatment services, particularly for the indigent.
Phone: (609) 645-5945 or (609) 645-5932
Website: https://nj.gov/humanservices/dmhas/home/

EDFacts Initiative
Collects, analyzes, and promotes the use of high-quality, pre-kindergarten through grade 12 data.
Website: ed.gov/about/inits/ed/edfacts/index.html

Effective School Solutions
Provides tailored solutions for K-12 education.
Contact: Jared Delancy - jdelancey@effectiveschoolsolutions.com
Website: effectiveschoolsolutions.com

Enlightened Solutions Detox
Provides holistic approach to addiction recovery.
Website: esdetox.com

Family Services Association, Egg Harbor Twp.
Provides family counseling services.
Address: 3073 English Creek Ave, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
Phone: (609) 569-0239
Website: fsasj.org

Housing Counseling
Provides free counseling to help homeowners avoid potential foreclosure and to help renters with their rental situations.
Website: njhousing.gov/consumers/foreclosure

Human Trafficking Services 24-HOUR Crisis Hotline
Phone: 1-800-286-4184 or 609-646-6767

IGS Hotline
Phone: 211

Infant and Family Development, AC
A home visiting program serving new parents in Atlantic County.
Email: IAFD@snjpc.org

Insite Health
Provides same day psychiatric care for schools.
Phone: 1-800-242-2278
Website: insitehealth.net

Jewish Family Services
Promotes strong families and vital communities.
Phone: 609-822-1109
Website: jfsatlantic.org

John Brooks Recovery Center
Provides continuum of care for individuals with substance use disorders.
Website: jbrcnj.org/programs

Juvenile Family Crisis Unit
Assists families experiencing difficulties with children aged 10-17.
Phone: (609) 645-5861
Email: Family_Crisis@aclink.org

Homeless Prevention Services
Provides services to support families in keeping their homes and finding affordable housing.
Address: 1601 Atlantic Ave # 7, Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Phone: (609) 441-3045

Mental Health Association Atlantic County
Provides wellness programs and recovery support services.
Website: MentalHealthFirstAid.org

Mindful Counseling Center
Provides mental health counseling.
Website: mindful-counseling-center.com

Mizpah Inland Human Services
Provides social services and welfare assistance.
Phone: (609) 476-2002

Moving Mountains Recovery
Offers continuum of care for addiction recovery.
Phone: (973)-241-8521
Website: movingmountainsrecovery.com

Narcotic Anonymous
Phone: 1-800-992-0401

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Provides support for teens and young adults with mental health conditions.
Website: nami.org/Find-Support/Teens-and-Young-Adults

National Center for Homeless Education
Ensures homeless children and youth have equal access to education.
Website: nj.gov/education/homeless

National Eating Disorder Association
Phone: 1-800-931-2237

National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) Information Resource Center
Provides information on child and adolescent mental health.
Phone: 1-866-615-6464
Website: https://www.nami.org/support-education/

National Substance Abuse Hotline
Phone: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Phone: 800-273-TALK (8255)
Website: suicidepreventionlifeline.org

NJ 211
Hotline for available social services in the state of NJ.

Nemours Kids Health/Teens Health
Provides information for teens on health topics.
Website: kidshealth.org/en/teens/your-mind

New Day Family Services Center
Provides community support and family services.
Website: https://www.centerffs.org/our-services/community-connections/newday-fsc

New Hope Recovery Center-Adolescent and Youth Addiction Treatment Center
Provides addiction treatment for adolescents and youth.
Location: 80 Conover Road Malrboro, NJ 07746
Phone: 1-800-705-4673
Website: newhopeibhc.org

NJ Child Support
Provides information and services for parents seeking child support.
Website: njchildsupport.org/Services-Programs/LOCATE-LOCAL-COUNTY-OFFICES.aspx

NJ Department of Human Services
Provides various programs and services to New Jersey residents.
Website: nj.gov/humanservices/about/department

NJ Division of Child Protection & Permanency
Responsible for investigating allegations of child abuse and neglect.
Website: nj.gov/dcf/about/divisions/dcpp

New Jersey Family Planning League (NJFPL)
Provides affordable family planning and related services.
Website: njfpl.org/find-a-health-center

NJ Youth Works (NJ Youth Corps)
Year-round program for ages 16-24 for employment and training.
Website: https://www.nj.gov/labor/career-services/special-services/youth/njyouthcorps.shtml

OceanFirst Foundation/Youth Development and Education
Supports programs that enrich and improve life options for young people.
Website: oceanfirstfdn.org/our-priorities

Parental Partners, Day Care Center Mays Landing
Phone: 856-318-3977

PathStone Corporation
Assists farmworkers with employment, training, and social services.
Phone: 609-567-3500
Website: pathstone.org

Rental Assistance Program
Provides help with rent and affordable housing.
Address: 1601 Atlantic Ave # 701, Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Phone: (609) 441-3334

Salvation Army
Provides community support and services.
Website: easternusa.salvationarmy.org/new-jersey/atlantic-city

Second Chance Boutique and Ministry
Provides emergency assistance and sells gently used items to support ministry.
Address: 801 Asbury Ave Second Floor, Ocean City, NJ 08226
Phone: (609) 938-1108

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA)
Leads public health efforts for mental health and substance misuse.
Website: samhsa.gov

Sunrise House Treatment Center
Provides free and low-cost drug and alcohol rehab facilities.
Phone: (928)-900-2019
Website: sunrisehouse.com/addiction-treatment/free-drug-rehab-nj

Southern Jersey Family Medical Center
Provides primary care and telemedicine services.
Website: sjfmc.org

State Vocational Rehabilitation Agency
Provides employment supports and training for individuals with disabilities.
Phone: 609-947-5807

ReachNJ
Central call-in-line for New Jersey residents seeking help for substance use disorders.
Website: nj.gov/humanservices/reachnj/about/overview

The Rt.54/40 Community Shuttle-Cross Country Connection
Provides free deviated route service with connections to NJ Transit.
Address: 4A Eves Drive, Suite 114 Marlton, NJ 08053
Phone: 856-614-1072

The Samaritan Center for Grief Support
Provides support groups for grief and loss.
Website: samaritannj.org/resources/grief-support-groups-south-nj

WomenSource Training Institute
Provides vocational training and educational workshops.
Address: 927 North Main Street, Building D, Pleasantville, NJ 08232
Phone: (609) 601-9925
Website: avanzarnow.org/about/history-mission

Youth Advocate Programs
Provides intensive support for young people and families.
Website: YAPinc.org

Youth and Family Services Department, Center for Family Services, Absecon
Provides family services.
Website: centerffs.org