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Health & Community Wellness in Newark, NJ operates the Mary Eliza Mahoney Health Center at four locations throughout the city, providing primary health care access, social and environmental services to all citizens. The department offers affordable, high-quality, comprehensive primary care to the medically underserved, including uninsured, underinsured, undocumented, and low-income residents.

Clinic Type

Community Health Centers

Address

Mary Eliza Mahoney Health Center (four locations in the City of Newark)

Phone

800-734-7083

Email

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Opening Hours

Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.

Emergency Care

Not equipped to handle emergency care; in emergencies call 911 or go to closest emergency room. Community partners (e.g., University Hospital, Beth Israel Hospital, St. Michael's Hospital) handle emergencies.

Services Offered

  • primary health care access
  • social and environmental services
  • affordable, high-quality, comprehensive primary care

Insurance & Payment

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Languages Spoken

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FAQs

What is the role of the Department of Health and Community Wellness?

Provides primary health care access, social, and environmental services for Newark citizens and other consumers to ensure an optimal level of health and well-being.

What is the Mary Eliza Mahoney Health Center contact number?

For inquiries or to set up an appointment, call 800-734-7083.

Where is the Mary Eliza Mahoney Health Center located?

The Mary Eliza Mahoney Health Center is at four locations in the City of Newark.

What type of care does the Department of Health and Community Wellness provide?

Primary health care access, social, and environmental services to all citizens.

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed

  • Indeed: 2.4 out of 5 stars (9 reviews)
  • Facebook: 82% recommend (14 reviews)

Patients praise

  • Diverse workplace environment
  • Good opportunity for entry-level experience (e.g., CMA roles)
  • Community-focused mission for the underserved

Common complaints

  • Disorganized work environment and management practices
  • Lack of professional support or recognition for staff
  • Issues with payroll, benefits, and communication
  • High staff turnover

"Stressful work environment, non-professionalism by supervisors and management staff, disorganized, the place is a disaster!"

— Indeed Review

"For me working at newark department of health and community wellness was fun and exciting ! It was a very diverse place to work at but it just doesn't have benefits and 401k."

— Indeed Review

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].

Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.

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