Maplewood, NJ
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Now located at 129 Boyden Avenue!
The Maplewood Health Department provides the following services:
- Licensing and inspections of food and other establishments to ensure adherence to codes and safety of residents
- Communicable and infectious disease investigations and prevention
- Education programs and events to promote and encourage healthy behaviors
- Providing assistance to health impacted residents by connecting them to necessary resources
- Dog and cat licensing and supervision of Animal Control services
Our email address is HealthDepartment@maplewoodnj.gov.
See our informational brochure to learn more about what the Health Department does for you and the community!
The Health Department's Community Resource Guide provides information on local community organizations and social services for individuals and families.
Help is available for common concerns related to physical, mental or emotional setbacks due to illness, unemployment, housing or food instability, or a lack of transportation. You can email us at HealthDepartment@maplewoodnj.gov.
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Updates
- PSE&G Payment Assistance Information
- Schedule an appointment with Vaccines for Children.
- Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) "Bird Flu"
As we monitor the measles outbreak, here is guidance on vaccination, including those born between 1963-1967 that may have received an inactivated vaccine and are unsure of their vaccination status: Ask The Experts About Vaccines: MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella) | Vaccine Recommendations | Immunize.org”
2026 SUMMER MEALS PROGRAM FOR SCHOOL AGED CHILDREN (18 AND UNDER)
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In partnership with Irvington Township, this program will run from June 22 to August 14 , Monday to Friday, at the Maplewood Health Department and Community Support Center
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Click here to download and application, drop off at 129 Boyden Avenue (mailbox by garage doors)
UNPACKING NJ HEALTH INSURANCE FOR 2026 (PDF)
Check out our Health Department’s quick overview on the upcoming changes to health insurance coverage in 2026 and how it will impact residents.
For more information and resources, make sure to visit Get Covered NJ’s website here.