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New Jersey Health Systems Combat Homelessness Through Care

8/14/2025

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In New Jersey, health care systems such as AtlantiCare and Cooper University are tackling homelessness head-on by weaving housing support into medical care. With over 10% of residents grappling with housing instability and many dedicating more than 30% of their income to rent, experts emphasize the urgent need for federal aid to alleviate the mounting pressure on health services.

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In New Jersey, health care systems such as AtlantiCare and Cooper University are tackling homelessness head-on by weaving housing support into medical care. With over 10% of residents grappling with housing instability and many dedicating more than 30% of their income to rent, experts emphasize the urgent need for federal aid to alleviate the mounting pressure on health services.