Camden County Commissioner Fleisher visited the Food Bank of South Jersey facility on April 7, meeting with Jane Asselta, who became President and Chief Executive Officer on February 16. The visit included a tour of the facility and discussions about the Food Bank’s expanding efforts to help families in South Jersey access nutritious food and long-term wellness resources.
The visit matters as it highlights ongoing partnerships between county officials and organizations working to improve community health. The Food Bank’s Health & Wellness Program was a key focus during the tour. This program includes classroom instruction, cooking demonstrations, food tastings, grocery store tours, school assemblies, and multi-session courses that teach participants how to prepare and enjoy foods provided by the Food Bank.
Camden County advances community welfare through initiatives in education, workforce development, and public services according to the official website. The county maintains facilities such as parks, libraries, and nutrition centers to foster well-being according to the official website. Camden County supports more than 500,000 residents across its 37 municipalities according to the official website.
The county also focuses on enhancing quality of life through services in public safety, health care access, transportation improvements, and economic development according to the official website. Governance is managed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners serving staggered three-year terms according to the official website, with operations extending throughout southern New Jersey’s municipalities according to the official website.
For photos from Commissioner Fleisher’s visit or more information about local programs supporting families’ health needs in Camden County communities can be found online.
