Fighting for Affordable, Accessible Health Care in New Jersey

Since 2008, New Jersey Citizen Action has been proud to convene NJ For Health Care and work alongside advocates, direct service, unions, community organizations, and more across the state.   That work has never mattered more than it does right now. As federal policy changes threaten to strip coverage away from thousands of New Jerseyans, we are not backing down. Together, this coalition has led the fight for real policy wins that protect patients and consumers, and we will keep fighting at the State House and in Washington until health care truly works for all of us and at a price we can afford.

Over the years, the New Jersey for Health Care Coalition has brought together advocates, providers, and community organizations around a shared commitment to strengthening and expanding access to affordable health care in our state. New Jersey Appleseed is proud to serve as the coalition’s legal arm, helping to translate shared priorities into policy change and legal advocacy. Our work together began with implementing the Affordable Care Act in New Jersey and has since expanded to a range of issues, including protections against surprise medical billing and efforts to extend health coverage to all children. This sustained, collaborative work has been essential in advancing policies that reduce financial harm and improve access to care for New Jersey residents.

The coalition gives voice to the people in NJ who struggle every day to get the health care they need and deserve. Affordability and access are critical for the health and well-being of NJ residents. Indivisible Central NJ deeply values being a part of the coalition and its essential work.

For GNHCC, improving health starts with ensuring access. In partnership with the NJ for Health Care Coalition, the Greater Newark Health Care Coalition are committed to advancing solutions that make quality, affordable care a reality for all. Because without access, we cannot fully address the social determinants of health that continue to hold our communities back.

We are so grateful to be a part of this group. For years, it’s been a great opportunity to meet regularly with folks doing similar work- folks whose dedication to delivering consistent and quality services to NJ residents matches ours. It’s a space to share not only challenges and trends, but also solutions and resources so that again, we are able to provide resolutions for fellow New Jersians that turn to us for help while trying to access care.

NJ For Health Care has been an invaluable partner in helping organizations like Make the Road New Jersey better serve our communities. Through the coalition’s leadership and collaboration around programs like Cover All Kids, we have been able to connect more families to affordable health coverage and ensure parents have the information and support they need to enroll their children in care. The coalition’s commitment to health equity and community partnership continues to strengthen the work of providers and advocates across New Jersey. We are proud to stand alongside this coalition in advancing policy changes that continue to improve the lives of New Jersey residents.

New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute is proud to partner with the NJ for Health Care Coalition in advancing policies that protect consumers, improve affordability, and expand access to quality health care for all New Jerseyans. The coalition’s collaborative leadership continues to be an important force for positive change across our state.

LAN Foundation (LANF) is proud to be a member of the New Jersey for Health Care Coalition, which has consistently demonstrated strong leadership and commitment across numerous critical health care initiatives. One effort that stands out for LANF is the Cover All Kids program, which expanded Medicaid eligibility to all income-eligible children regardless of immigration status. LANF was honored to both support this expansion as part of the coalition and serve as a grantee to help lead outreach and enrollment efforts. This work is deeply aligned with our mission to uplift Latino and immigrant families across New Jersey. We are grateful for the coalition’s leadership and look forward to continuing our partnership to advance health care access and affordability across the Garden State.

The New Jersey Consortium for Immigrant Children is proud to partner with NJCA and the NJ For Health Care coalition to share resources and address the vital healthcare and coverage issues facing New Jersey’s immigrant youth in the Cover All Kids Program. Through our collaboration with fellow advocates and service providers, we are better able to advocate for our clients and ensure that they have the health resources they need to be healthy and succeed.