“Everyone ought to have access to quality health care. It’s that simple, and community health centers play an important role in ensuring there’s access for all.” – Congressman, Donald Norcross

Project H.O.P.E., a provider of healthcare for Camden’s homeless population, is getting a $1.8 million funding boost. The grant, awarded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, will be used to provide basic healthcare services and mental health counseling to homeless and in need residents. Congressman Donald Norcross, Vice Chair of the Bipartisan Task Force to Combat the Opioid Epidemic, announced the proposed plan on Thursday and said:

“Everyone ought to have access to quality health care. It’s that simple, and community health centers play an important role in ensuring there’s access for all. Plus, centers like Project H.O.P.E. are helping the ever-increasing number of our neighbors struggling with the disease of addiction. Over 3,000 people died from overdoses in New Jersey in 2018 – and, sadly, that’s a new record. Investments like these allow our community partners to continue offering treatment options. We must keep working together to provide affordable, accessible health care for all and implement a variety of tactics to help those suffering from the disease of addiction.”

Project H.O.P.E. has been in operation for 13 years, and has relied on federal funding for its growth. The organization has received more than $4.7 million in grants through HHS within the past three years, made possible by the Affordable Care Act. Learn what Project H.O.P.E. has planned for the upcoming year.