{"id":5692,"date":"2026-09-02T13:07:03","date_gmt":"2026-09-02T13:07:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/?page_id=5692"},"modified":"2026-09-02T13:07:04","modified_gmt":"2026-09-02T13:07:04","slug":"emergency-assistance","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ucnj.org\/dhs\/emergency-assistance\/","title":{"rendered":"Emergency Assistance"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you are experiencing a housing emergency, are currently homeless, or are at risk of becoming homeless, the Union County Department of Human Services, Division of Social Services may be able to help.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Emergency Assistance provides eligible Union County residents with financial assistance and supportive services to help address an immediate housing crisis and work toward greater housing stability.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-subtle-background-background-color has-background\"><strong>How We May Be Able to Help<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Depending on your eligibility and individual circumstances, assistance may be available for:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-tw-checkmark\">\n<li>Emergency shelter or temporary housing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Back rent to help prevent eviction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Security deposits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Temporary rental assistance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Utility assistance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emergency clothing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Essential furniture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Storage costs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Housing-related support and referrals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-subtle-background-background-color has-background\"><strong><strong>Who May Be Eligible?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Emergency Assistance (EA) may be available to eligible individuals and families receiving benefits through programs such as:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Work First New Jersey\/Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (WFNJ\/TANF)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>General Assistance (GA)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supplemental Security Income (SSI)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eligibility and the type of assistance available are determined based on each household&#8217;s circumstances and applicable program requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Apply Today <a href=\"https:\/\/www.njhelps.gov\/\">njhelps.gov<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-subtle-background-background-color has-background\"><strong><strong><strong>Facing Homelessness?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you are currently homeless or facing imminent homelessness, contact the Division of Social Services as soon as possible. Our team will review your circumstances, determine what assistance you may qualify for, and connect you with appropriate services and resources.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Our goal is to help Union County residents address immediate housing emergencies while supporting a path toward safe, stable, and permanent housing.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-subtle-background-background-color has-background\"><strong><strong><strong>Facing Homelessness?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you need additional assistance, the following resources may be available:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>NJ 2-1-1:<\/strong> Dial <strong><a href=\"tel:211\">2-1-1<\/a><\/strong> toll-free or text your ZIP code to <a href=\"tel:898211\">898-211<\/a> to connect with community resources and services in your area.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Disaster Assistance:<\/strong> If you experienced property loss or other impacts from a federally declared natural disaster, you may be eligible to apply for assistance through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.disasterassistance.gov\/\">FEMA Individual Assistance<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Veterans:<\/strong> Veterans experiencing homelessness or a housing crisis can contact the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.va.gov\/homeless\/nationalcallcenter.asp\">National Call Center for Homeless Veterans<\/a> at <a href=\"tel:18774243838\">1-877-424-3838<\/a> for assistance and emergency housing support.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-accent-background-color has-background\"><strong>If you are experiencing a housing crisis, do not wait to seek assistance. Contact the Union County Division of Social Services or NJ <a href=\"tel:211\">2-1-1<\/a> to learn about available resources and next steps.<\/strong><\/h5>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you are experiencing a housing emergency, are currently homeless, or are at risk of becoming homeless, the Union County Department of Human Services, Division of Social Services may be able to help. 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