NorthWest Bergen Regional Health Commission

08/06/2026

08/06/2026

The Northwest Bergen Regional Health Commission is highlighting the Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged & Disabled (PAAD) program, which helps eligible New Jersey residents save on prescription medication costs.

You may qualify if you:

✅ Are a New Jersey resident
✅ Are age 65 or older, or ages 18-64 and receiving Social Security Disability benefits
✅ Have a 2026 annual income below $54,943 (single) or $62,390 (married)

PAAD covers many FDA-approved prescription medications and works with Medicare Part D to help reduce prescription costs. Copays are generally $5 for generic medications and $7 for brand-name medications.

To apply, complete the NJ SAVE application online or request a paper application by calling 1-800-792-9745. Applications are also available at local pharmacies, senior centers, and Area Agencies on Aging.

Learn more and find your county's Area Agency on Aging here:
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/doas/assistance/county-offices/

08/06/2026

Our first Free Adult Vaccine Clinic was a success!

Today, NWBRHC was proud to kick off our new monthly Adult Vaccine Clinic in partnership with the Bergen County Department of Health Services, with funding provided by the New Jersey Department of Health Office of Local Health.

A big thank you to everyone who came out, and to our incredible partners who helped make the first clinic a success. We're excited to continue offering this important service to our community.

📍 Waldwick Health Clinic
22 Whites Lane, Waldwick

🗓 Clinics are held the first Thursday of every month
⏰ 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Appointments are required. To schedule, call 201-445-7217.

Our next clinic is Thursday, September 3.

We're looking forward to seeing you!

Bergen County, NJ

08/03/2026

Northwest Bergen Regional Health Commission will host a Food Handler Training Course on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at the Emerson Public Library, 20 Palisades Avenue, Emerson.

The cost for this class is $20 per person. Topics discussed include basic food safety, personal hygiene, cross-contamination, time and temperature abuse, and cleaning/sanitizing, and the new FDA updates.

Adequately training staff is a crucial part of a restaurant’s success. When staff is trained, you create a positive workplace, guests have a better dining experience, your restaurant runs more efficiently, and sales improve. You also protect your business and reputation. Investing in training employees is an investment that pays off!

This event is open to all. Pre-registration and payment is required. Please note that refunds are only issued if the class is canceled due to low enrollment. Please call 201-445-7217 to register.

07/30/2026

We’re pleased to share an opportunity for adults 19 years of age and older to receive free vaccines at the Waldwick Health Clinic. This program is offered through a partnership between the Northwest Bergen Regional Health Commission (NWBRHC) and the Bergen County Department of Health Services, with funding from the New Jersey Department of Health Office of Local Health.

Clinics will be held on the 1st Thursday of each month from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Waldwick Health Clinic, 22 Whites Lane, Waldwick. For an appointment, please call 201-445-7217.

Thursday, August 6
Thursday, September 3
Thursday, October 1
Thursday, November 5
Thursday, December 3

A variety of vaccines are available at no cost. Please see the attached flyer for vaccine information.

07/23/2026

Northwest Bergen Regional Health Commission is proud to share that we have been awarded the 2025-2026 New Jersey Influenza Honor Roll!

Seasonal influenza is a common virus that can have devastating consequences, making it extremely important to institute community-based efforts to reduce the burden of disease. Flu vaccination is important for everyone, especially to protect those at high risk of serious flu complications. This includes very young children, pregnant women, individuals 65 years of age and older, and those with certain long-term medical conditions like asthma, diabetes, or heart disease.

We are happy to play this small part in keeping our residents healthy!

07/17/2026

Get Repost App • NJ Department of Environmental Protection ⚠️An Air Quality Action Day for Particulate Matter (PM2.5) has been declared for Friday, July 17th.

PM2.5 levels will remain elevated in the Unhealthy category statewide on Friday as a dense plume of Canadian wildfire smoke continues to impact the region. Some members of the general public may experience health effects, while members of sensitive groups, including those with heart or lung disease, the elderly, and the young, may experience more serious health effects.

All individuals should limit strenuous activities and the amount of time active outdoors especially in the evening hours. Additionally, mostly sunny skies, residual pollution from days prior, and light variable winds will allow ozone levels to remain elevated in the Moderate category statewide, with the chance for isolated USG levels in southern portions of the state.

The forecast will be closely monitored as a regionally deteriorated air mass is expected to continue through the remainder of the week.

More: Airnow.gov

07/15/2026

🌫️ Air Quality Alert⁣
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Smoke from the Canadian wildfires is affecting air quality in our area today.⁣
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If you notice smoky conditions or have an Air Quality Alert in effect:⁣
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• Limit prolonged outdoor activity, especially strenuous exercise.⁣
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• Children, older adults, and people with asthma, heart disease, or other respiratory conditions should stay indoors as much as possible.⁣
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• Keep windows closed and run your air conditioning on recirculate if available.⁣
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Monitor local air quality conditions and adjust your plans as needed. Even healthy individuals may experience eye irritation, coughing, or shortness of breath when air quality is poor.⁣
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➡️ https://www.airnow.gov⁣
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Stay informed, stay safe, and take care of yourself and those who may be more sensitive to smoke.

07/07/2026

Join us for a free Memory Screening, conducted by a certified dementia practitioner, on Tuesday, September 8th, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Waldwick Health Center, 22 Whites Lane, Waldwick.

Appointments are required. Please call 201-445-7217 or email Erica at [email protected] to register.

See the attached flyer for full details.

07/01/2026

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