{"id":2766,"date":"2023-06-29T20:16:06","date_gmt":"2023-06-29T20:16:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/?page_id=2766"},"modified":"2025-05-20T16:09:28","modified_gmt":"2025-05-20T16:09:28","slug":"home-v2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome"},"content":{"rendered":"<!-- Added by Post\/Page Specific Custom Code plugin, thank you for using! -->\n<style>.entry-title {\r\n   display: none;\r\n}\r\n.entry-header.has-text-align-center.header-footer-group {\r\n    display: none;\r\n}<\/style>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-h-2-font-size wp-elements-359a45f745fb3b1143ddf1eabe088825\">Union County Department of Human Services<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"--col-width:40%;flex-basis:40%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tw-mt-0 tw-shadow\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-accent-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2025 Human Services Resource Guides<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2025\/05\/2025-UCDHS-Resource-Guide-4.pdf\"><strong>English<\/strong><\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2025\/05\/2025-UCDHS-Resource-Guide-Spanish-3.pdf\"><strong>Spanish<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image tw-mt-0 tw-mb-0\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2025\/05\/2025-UCDHS-Resource-Guide-4.pdf\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"399\" height=\"624\" src=\"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2025\/05\/dhs-2025-cover.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4676\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2025\/05\/dhs-2025-cover.png 399w, https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2025\/05\/dhs-2025-cover-192x300.png 192w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 399px) 100vw, 399px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"--col-width:60%;flex-basis:60%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group tw-mt-0 tw-shadow\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-accent-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Welcome!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Welcome to the Union County Department of Human Services!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>UCDHS provides a wide range of social services to county residents.<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The department&#8217;s primary mission is to enhance the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities by delivering comprehensive services and support programs.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/press-releases\/public-info\/2024\/07\/16\/eligible-union-county-seniors-can-apply-for-farmers-market-vouchers\/\">Eligible Union County Seniors can apply for Farmers Market Vouchers<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/press-releases\/public-info\/2024\/03\/06\/union-countys-social-services-division-employee-wins-2023-cwa-worker-of-the-year-award\/\">Social Services Division Employee Wins 2023 CWA Worker of the Year Award<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Thank you for considering the Union County Department of Human Services as a resource for yourself or someone you know.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull tw-mb-4 tw-mt-0\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide tw-cols-card tw-cols-card-shadow is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-accent-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>It is our pleasure to extend a warm welcome to all of our visitors. Our department is committed to serving the needs of individuals, families, and communities in Union County by providing essential social services and support programs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-large has-custom-border tw-mt-0 tw-mb-2\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2023\/03\/rajiv-perera-_JjYYsQPneE-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"People taking a group photo whilst standing in front of a house.\" class=\"wp-image-2767\" style=\"border-width:1px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2023\/03\/rajiv-perera-_JjYYsQPneE-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2023\/03\/rajiv-perera-_JjYYsQPneE-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2023\/03\/rajiv-perera-_JjYYsQPneE-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2023\/03\/rajiv-perera-_JjYYsQPneE-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2023\/03\/rajiv-perera-_JjYYsQPneE-unsplash-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2023\/03\/rajiv-perera-_JjYYsQPneE-unsplash-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/21\/2023\/03\/rajiv-perera-_JjYYsQPneE-unsplash-1980x1320.jpg 1980w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Our team of professionals is dedicated to improving the lives of our residents, and we work tirelessly to ensure that each individual receives the support and resources they need to achieve self-sufficiency and independence. We take pride in our collaborative approach to service delivery and work closely with community-based organizations and other agencies to provide the best possible assistance to those in need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Please take some time to explore our website and learn more about the programs and services we offer. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center tw-mb-2 wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Thank you for considering the Union County Department of Human Services as a resource for yourself or someone you know.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column tw-mt-0 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-accent-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Union County Department of Human Services (UCDHS) provides a wide range of social services to county residents. The department&#8217;s primary mission is to enhance the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities by delivering comprehensive services and support programs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">UCDHS offers assistance to vulnerable populations, including low-income families, the elderly, people with disabilities, and those struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues. The department provides services such as food assistance, housing support, child welfare, employment and training, and emergency assistance. UCDHS also offers healthcare access, including preventative and primary care services, and provide transportation to medical appointments for eligible residents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">UCDHS has a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to helping people achieve self-sufficiency and independence. Our staff includes social workers, case managers, counselors, and other specialists who work collaboratively to address the unique needs of each client. The department also partners with community-based organizations and other agencies to ensure that individuals and families receive the best possible support and resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Union County Department of Human Services plays a vital role in promoting the well-being of county residents by providing essential services and support programs to those who need it most. Our commitment to helping vulnerable populations achieve self-sufficiency and independence is a testament to our staff&#8217;s dedication to improving the quality of life in the community.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull tw-mb-0 tw-mt-0 has-background-background-color has-background\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading alignwide has-text-align-center tw-mb-8 has-accent-background-color has-background\">Serving the county&#8217;s population through an array of services and programs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide has-text-align-center tw-cols-stack-sm tw-gutter-large tw-cols-card tw-cols-card-shadow is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"tw-mb-4 has-subtle-background-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:50px;line-height:1.2\">700+<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\">Dedicated Staff<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Professionals who work collaboratively to address the unique needs of each client.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"tw-mb-4 has-subtle-background-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:50px;line-height:1.2\">260K+<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\">Individuals Served<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">More than half of the county&#8217;s total population have come through our doors.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"tw-mb-4 has-subtle-background-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:50px;line-height:1.2\">21<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-h-5-font-size\">Municipalities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We serve county residents from all of the county&#8217;s municipalities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Union County Department of Human Services 2025 Human Services Resource Guides English | Spanish Welcome! 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