The Union County Board of County Commissioners is proud to announce that the Union County Immunization Clinic has officially been renamed the Union County Family Clinic, reflecting its expanded mission to provide a broader range of public health services to eligible residents.
“As Chairwoman, I’m proud that Union County continues to meet our residents where they are—especially our most vulnerable families,” said Commissioner Chairwoman Lourdes M. Leon. “With this expanded access to wellness visits and TB testing, the Union County Family Clinic is helping to close critical gaps in care and create healthier, more resilient communities.”
The first phase of the expansion includes free wellness visits for uninsured children under age five residing in Berkeley Heights, Cranford, Hillside, Roselle, and Scotch Plains. These municipalities have shared service agreements with the Union County Office of Health Management, designating Union County as their local health department.
In addition, free tuberculosis (TB) testing is now available for uninsured individuals, offering a vital public health service to those who need it most. These new services are made possible through a partnership between the Union County Department of Human Services, the Division of Social Services and the Union County Department of Public Safety, Division of Health, and are funded through the Union County Immunization Clinic, whose evolution into the Family Clinic model continues to drive expanded access to care.
“Now more than ever, we need to make sure our residents—especially those without insurance—have access to the health care they deserve,” said Commissioner Sergio Granados, liaison to the Union County Human Services Advisory Council. “This expansion is not just about new services—it’s about meeting people where they are and removing barriers to care. It’s one more step in our County’s commitment to providing direct, compassionate services that make a real difference in people’s lives.”
The County extends its sincere appreciation to Medical Director Dr. Kamran Tasharofi for his leadership, and to the many staff and partners who made this expansion possible, including:
- The Board of County Commissioners and County Manager for their ongoing support and vision
- Director Debbie-Ann Anderson and Assistant Director, Karen Dinsmore, Union County Department of Human Services/Division of Social Services
- Director Dennis Burke, Union County Department of Public Safety
- Carolyn Sorge, Office of Health Management
- The dedicated clinic staff and team members across multiple departments
This initiative marks the beginning of broader efforts to address local health care needs. The County will continue evaluating community feedback and usage trends to guide future phases of clinic expansion.
Appointments are required. Ribbon cutting and scheduling information will be announced soon. For more information, residents are encouraged to visit www.ucnj.org/clinic or contact the Union County Family Clinic at 908-965-3627.
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