CompleteCare Health Network Receives Donation of Over 3,000 Books from Reach Out and Read
Photo courtesy of CompleteCare Health Network
Books to Benefit Local Children, Mostly Black and Latinos
AC JosepH Media
BRIDGETON — CompleteCare Health Network recently received more than 3,000 books as part of a donation from the nonprofit Reach Out and Read to support children in the Bridgeton area.
Through CompleteCare Health Network’s branch of Reach Out and Read, children up to 5 years old receive a free book to support healthy brain development during their pediatric visit. Parents will also receive information on how to support their child’s growth through healthy reading habits.
According to statistics from the U.S. News & World Report, the Bridgeton School District, which includes childing in the City of Bridgeton is surrounding areas, has a ethnic makeup of 76% Hispanic and 20% African American.
“I can’t thank Reach Out and Read enough,” said Salita DeMary, director of marketing for CompleteCare Health Network, “Serving and supporting all aspects of what keep our communities healthy is what we are all about here at CompleteCare Health Network.”
By giving children books to take home, Reach Out and Read helps families make healthy reading habits a part of everyday life.
“Thank you to those that made this donation possible,” said Joseph Cortez, CompleteCare Foundation Director, This support allows us to keep our doors to literacy, learning, and brighter futures open! The only way forward is together.”
For questions about the Reach Out and Read program or to schedule your child’s pediatric appointment, please call (856) 451-4700 or visit CompleteCareNJ.org. CompleteCare said that all patients are accepted, including Medicaid, Medicare, and the uninsured.
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CompleteCare Health Network is a nationally accredited health system serving more than 54,000 patients annually across 18 locations in Cumberland, Gloucester, and Cape May Counties. For more information visit www.CompleteCareNJ.org.
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