Trenton Health & Human Services

Department of Health and Human Services

Vital Statistics and Public Records

The Trenton Department of Health and Human Services is the primary municipal agency responsible for safeguarding public health and maintaining essential vital records for the City of Trenton. Its Registrar of Vital Statistics is a critical resource for residents, handling the issuance of certified copies of birth, death, and marriage certificates for events that occurred within the city limits. This office also processes applications for marriage and civil union licenses. Individuals seeking records must provide valid identification and proof of relationship to the subject of the record. The department also oversees the licensing of dogs and manages domestic partnership registrations.

Clinical and Environmental Services

Beyond administrative records, the department operates the Bureau of Health Promotion and Clinical Services, which provides essential medical services such as immunizations, tuberculosis testing, and STD/HIV screening. The Bureau of Environmental Health ensures community safety through rigorous inspections of food establishments, public swimming pools, and housing conditions, specifically focusing on lead poisoning prevention. Additionally, the department coordinates animal control services and offers social support through its Office on Aging and Adult & Family Services.

Location and Access

The department is headquartered in the City Hall Annex at 319 East State Street. Visitors should proceed to the 3rd Floor for most services. As a government facility, strict security measures are in place; visitors must pass through security screening upon entry. The location is centrally situated in downtown Trenton, making it easily accessible via multiple NJ Transit bus routes and within walking distance of the Trenton Transit Center.