To improve and maintain the quality of health for all citizens in Bergen County through public health community outreach and service delivery initiatives; to be an adaptive, learning organization that serves as an effective and accountable local public health authority and an innovative provider of community health services.
The Bergen County Intoxicated Driver Resource Center (IDRC) educates and evaluates drunk and drugged drivers, boaters, and underage drinkers who have been convicted of Driving Under the Influence (DUI). These offenders are mandated by the court to participate in the IDRC program. Non-compliant offenders face revocation of their licenses and possible incarceration.
The Bergen County Department of Health Services Office of Alcohol and Drug Dependency (OADD) is committed to the prevention and treatment of substance abuse.
Free Lead Hazard Remediation and Home Repairs at NO cost for qualifying tenants or homeowners. Lead Hazard Reduction and Healthy Home Program has funding available for qualified tenants or homeowners.