Births, marriages
and deaths are permanently recorded by the Registrar of
Vital Statistics in the municipality in which they actually
take place. A fee and specific information are required
to obtain a certified copy of any of these documents.
Township records begin with 1921. A New Jersey marriage
license is issued to each couple by the Registrar in the
municipality in which the prospective bride resides. Out
of state residents getting married in New Jersey must
apply in the municipality in which the marriage is to
take place.
Additional information on obtaining copies of birth, marriage and death records are available from the State of New Jersey Dept. of Health and Senior Services.
For further
information on office hours, procedures and fees, call
Hopewell Township 737-0120, Hopewell Borough 466-2636,
or Pennington Borough 737-0276
HEALTH
EDUCATION
Various health
education programs and videos are available for presentation
at club and organization meetings. The Health Department
also provides information and referral services for residents
with questions about health.
SUBSTANCE
ABUSE
The Health
Department participates with Hopewell Valley Municipal
Drug and Alcohol Alliance. The purpose of the Alliance
is to conduct substance abuse awareness education and
prevention activities.
CHILD
HEALTH SERVICES
The Health
Department provides a Child Health Conference on the second
Tuesday of every month, from 9 A.M. to 12 Noon at the
Hopewell Township Municipal Building. The program is for
children through age seven. The pediatrician and nursing
staff provide physical exams, growth measurements, required
immunization, lead screening, vision, hearing and developmental
tests. At this health promotion clinic, parents can learn
about the proper development of their child and also obtain
information on good nutrition. For an appointment, call
737-0120
ADULT
HEALTH SERVICES
Free Hypertension Screening is held five times monthly at four locations. Our Public Health Nurse monitors blood pressure. Information is also provided about proper diet, exercise, weight control and other factors, which can help control blood pressure and improve one's general health.
BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING
Senior Center Reading St. - 1st Tuesday - 10:00-12 Noon
Hopewell Township Health Department - 3rd Wednesday 9:00‑10:30 AM
Mercer County Library - 3rd Friday 10:00-11:00AM
*Dates vary if day falls on Holiday
A free Influenza Immunization Clinic is held in early November each year for senior citizens 65 years old and high risk individuals. Pneumonia Vaccinations are also available for those 65 and older.
Project Healthy Bones is an osteoporosis prevention, exercise and education program for older adults in New Jersey. The program is modeled after a program developed by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and Action For Boston Community Development, Inc Research has shown that high intensity strength training exercises along with weight bearing activities, such as walking, are an effective and feasible means to preserve bone density. Strength training can also improve muscle mass, strength, and balance.
Project Healthy Bones classes are currently held at the health department and other participating sites through out the valley. Please call the health department for availability and times. 737-0120x638
Other Community screenings are offered, evaluations for the major risk factors associated with cancer and cardiovascular disease. Certain vaccines are also available. Area health related organizations provide health education consultation and materials on a wide range of topics.
COMMUNICABLE
DISEASE
The Health Department works to prevent and control illness in the community by investigation of communicable diseases.
Free and Confidential Sexually Transmitted Disease & HIV Testing & Counseling Clinic Is provided in conjunction with the Hamilton Township Health Department at the Hamilton Township Health Department 2100 Greenwood Avenue, Hamilton, 609-890-3647. Enter through the trailer/Clinic entrance in the rear of the building. Monday and Thursday 2 PM to 5 PM
HITOPS, Inc. in Princeton provides clinical services and sexuality education for young men & women ages 13-23. They are located at 21 Wiggins Street Princeton.
683-5155.
Tuberculosis Control Services are provided by the Mercer County TB Service located at Capital Health Systems at Mercer Medical Center. Physician referral is required. Call 394‑4646.
Various videos may be viewed at the Health Department. Examples, Lyme disease, Septic System Care & adult exercise programs.
Free literature on substance abuse and other public health topics is also available.
RABIES
& ANIMAL CONTROL
All newly acquired dogs and cats can be vaccinated against rabies by 3 months of age. Three-year booster shots are given after the first dose and if the pet is over 1 year old.
All dogs must be licensed.
Cats must be licensed or registered depending on the municipality of residence.
A State mandated door-to-door canvass is conducted annually to locate unlicensed pets. Legal action may be taken if unlicensed pets are found.
To assist residents in protecting their pets and family against rabies, free Rabies Vaccination Clinics are conducted throughout the year; see the Hopewell Valley schedule on the last page.
Call the Health Department for dates for other free clinics throughout the greater Mercer County Area. 737-0120 Ext. 678
Anyone with knowledge of an animal bite (to a pet or person) is required to report the bite to the Health Department so that an investigation can be initiated.
Free Rabies Vaccination Clinics
10:00 ‑ 12:00 Noon
Hopewell Twp. Public Works Facilities
203 Washington Crossing Pennington Rd, Titusville
.
ENVIRONMENTAL
SERVICES
The environmental health staff conducts regular inspection for the 150 food vendors throughout the valley. Copies of all reports are left with the facility owner and are on file at the Health Department for public review.
Seasonally, public bathing places are inspected by the Health Department. Life‑saving equipment, personnel certifications and proper sanitation procedures are checked to ensure safety.
Public health nuisance and occupational health complaints that are reported to the department are investigated and appropriate action taken.
The Health Department works closely with the State Department of Environmental Protection & Energy to solve local pollution control problems. NJDEP Hotline is 1-877-WARNDEP (1-877-927-6337)
The Health Department issues permits for:
* New construction, repairs and alterations to existing septic systems.
* New or replacement wells & well pumps.
A Homeowner's Manual for the maintenance of septic systems is available upon request.
Information is also available on underground oil tanks, asbestos removal, lead hazards (both paint and drinking water) and solid waste.
The Health Department recommends testing of private wells for:
Total coliform bacteria annually. Nitrates every 3 years. Lead, arsenic, gross alpha and other organic chemicals every 5 years.
