Hatzolah of Central Jersey is excited to announce that its new garage on the south side of Lakewood is nearing completion and is expected to be fully operational by early 2025.

Conveniently located at Route 9 and Halsey Street, the new garage will serve the growing communities on the south side of Lakewood and Toms River, boosting Hatzolah’s emergency response capabilities in the region.

This state-of-the-art facility will feature both an ambulance and paramedic vehicle bay, along with essential amenities such as a fully equipped dispatch center, a night watch room, a training room, and a supply room.

“The new garage will enable us to respond to emergencies even faster,” said Avrumi Werner, a Hatzolah veteran of 12 years. “With this addition, we can serve the south side of Lakewood with improved efficiency and readiness.”

A notable feature of the garage is the night watch room—a comfortable lounge where Hatzolah members can stay on rotating shifts, ensuring immediate response capabilities at all hours.

“Hatzolah EMTs and paramedics are on call 24/7,” explained experienced paramedic Shuie Schmuckler. “Having a dedicated space where members can relax while staying alert is crucial for maintaining our high service standards.”

Hatzolah extends its gratitude to everyone involved in this significant project, from generous donors to the hardworking contractors and municipal officials.

Here are some photos of the new facility, including the Ambulance Bay, Storage Room, HCJ Exterior Rendering, Member’s Lounge, Dispatch Center, Lobby, and Training Room at Oak St. Hatzolah.