County of Union Resources
Food, Housing & Utility Assistance
Homelessness Assistance
Human Services – Office on the Homeless and Housing Continuum of Care
Provides and/or connects residents to emergency shelter, permanent/supportive housing, rental assistance, food assistance, homeless outreach programs, mortgage/foreclosure assistance, and more
- https://ucnj.org/dhs/ohhcoc
- DHSAction@ucnj.org
- 908-677-5405
Housing Counseling Services
Human Services
- DHSAction@ucnj.org
- 908-677-5405
Utilities Assistance
Human Services
- DHSAction@ucnj.org
- 908-677-5405
Food Assistance
Human Services
- DHSAction@ucnj.org
- 908-677-5405
Housing Assistance
Human Services – Division of Individual and Family Support Services
Connects residents to various programs and services that can provide rental assistance, security deposit assistance, emergency shelter, and more.
- https://ucnj.org/dhs/difss/
- DHSAction@ucnj.org
- 908-677-5405
Familycare Assistance
Senior Assistance
Human Services – Division on Aging
The Division connects seniors to helpful services like adult day care, home care, and home-delivered meals. It provides assistance with healthcare, transportation, housing & other aging-related concerns
Child Care Assistance
Human Services
- DHSAction@ucnj.org
- 908-677-5405
Children & Youth Programs
Parks and Recreation
Various programs for Children of all ages
Human Services – Division of Children and Youth Services
Delivers effective & accessible county-wide programs and services that help children and youth ages 0-24 in areas of mental health, safety, education, family crisis, juvenile justice and more.
Disabilities & Special Needs
Human Services – Office for Persons with Disabilities and Special Needs
Office offers a range of social & recreational opportunities to help individuals with disabilities connect with others and engage in meaningful activities. Advocates for disabled persons of all ages
New American & Immigration Services
Human Services – Social Services – New American Unit
Clients can contact for information regarding any services or resources
We Are One New Jersey
To provide social and legal services that educate, empower and uplift working families.
New Jersey is home to an estimated 8.9 million people, including 21 percent who were born outside the United States. Hudson County is New Jersey’s fourth most densely populated county, with 653,000 residents, according to the most recent U.S. Census data. Hudson County is also home to 93,000 Legal Permanent Residents (LPRs), who are eligible to become U.S. citizens, but who may lack the financial resources, English-language skills or time to fulfill their dream of full citizenship.
The We Are One New Jersey Hudson County Center provides U.S. citizenship application guidance, voter registration, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) application and renewal assistance, understanding of workplace rights and Notary services. The goal of the center is to build stronger communities by educating and engaging new Americans to become active participants in our Democracy. Services are provided at low- or no-cost.
Veteran Affairs
We offer many resources here for veterans of all ages. The office is here to partner with veterans and their family members and to act as their representative/liaison to help navigate the complicated workings of the Veterans Administration (VA.) Throughout the website you will find links to state, federal & county agencies that you may find helpful. If you have question or concern, please feel free to reach out to us.
Coordinator: W. Geoff Smith 908-527-4918
E-mail Address: W.Geoff.Smith@ucnj.org
Fax: 908-352-3980
VA Crisis Hotline: Website 1-800-273-8255 (24/7)
LGBTQ+
Wellness
Assistance
Mental Healthcare
Human Services – DIFFS/ Office on Behavioral Health and Substance Abuse
Department provides mental and behavioral health treatments and services to help individuals improve their emotional, psychological, and social well-being
- http://ucnj.org/dhs/obhsa/behavioral-health/
- 908-677-5405
- DHSAction@ucnj.org
Immunization Services
Public Safety – Health
The Office of Health Management is a vital component of the emergency preparedness and response system responsible to plan and manage the health related aspects of community response.
Within the division are the Office of Public Health and the Office of Environmental Health working together with a goal of a healthier and safer community.
- https://ucnj.org/public-safety/office-of-health-management/
- 908-518-5620
- Carolyn.Sorge@ucnj.org
Human Services – Social Services
The Union County Board of County Commissioners reminds residents that free immunizations are available to eligible children and adults.
- https://ucnj.org/dhs/immunization-clinic/
- 908-965-3627
- 908-965-3868
Family Care Assistance
Human Services – Division of Youth and Children
Delivers effective and accessible county-wide programs and services that help children and youth ages 0-24 in areas of mental health, safety, education, family crisis, juvenile justice and more.
Human Services – Division on Aging
The Division connects seniors to helpful services like adult day care, home care, and home-delivered meals. It provides assistance with healthcare, transportation, housing & other aging-related concerns
- https://ucnj.org/dhs/aging/
- nzarrillo@ucnj.org
- 908-527-4870
Employment
Resources
Job Search
Human Services – American Job Center
Services include career counseling, training & career advancement for residents and employers. Our mission is to align education, employment & other community programs & to collaborate with our partners to cultivate the skilled & high-quality workers needed for local employers to prosper and grow.
Job Training
Human Services – American Job Center
Services include career counseling, training & career advancement for residents and employers. Our mission is to align education, employment & other community programs & to collaborate with our partners to cultivate the skilled & high-quality workers needed for local employers to prosper and grow.
Vocational/Educational Training
Human Services – American Job Center
Services include career counseling, training & career advancement for residents and employers. Our mission is to align education, employment & other community programs & to collaborate with our partners to cultivate the skilled & high-quality workers needed for local employers to prosper and grow.
State of New Jersey Resources
Disability-Related Resources
NJ DHS/Division of Disability Services (DDS)
DDS Resource Guide English/Spanish
Information and Referral – Offers live assistance for people with disabilities to connect with a Community Resource Specialist at 1-888-285-3036.
NJ Workability Program – Health coverage for working disabled individuals.
Managed Long-Term Services and Supports (MLTSS) Screening – Medicaid waiver program for children who require a skilled level of care.
NJ DHS/Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD)
DDD Quick Guide Program and Community Care Program
DDD Crisis Response System – Crisis Assessment Response and Enhanced Services (CARES) available 24/7 at 1-888-393-3007.
NJ Department of Health – Autism Registry, services for children and adults, resources, and publications.
NJ TRANSIT – ACCESS LINK – Registration, login, and mobile capabilities for scheduling transportation for persons with disabilities.
Aging
NJ DHS/Aging and Disability Resource Connection – Resources for older adults, disability, and caregiver programs.
ADA Paratransit – Related resources.
Additional Resources (Employment, Housing, and Transportation)
NJ Unemployment – File new claims, check claim status, and fraud resources.
NJ Career Services – Explore apprenticeship opportunities, employment, and training services.
NJ Housing Assistance – NJ Housing & Mortgage Finance Agency – Down Payment Assistance Program, Emergency Rescue Mortgage Assistance (ERMA), free counseling services.
Housing Resource Center – Rent units or find a new home.
NJDCA – Housing Assistance Programs – Homelessness prevention, Section 8, and landlord/tenant rights.
Wellness Resources
NJ SNAP – Eligibility and application assistance with a SNAP Navigator.
NJ DHS/Division of Family Development – Child Care Assistance Program – Financial assistance for income-eligible families.
Mental Health Resources
NJ Addiction Treatment Services Directory – Treatment providers and pocket guides associated with NJ Reach.
Senior Tax Relief
The Senior Freeze Program reimburses eligible senior citizens and disabled persons for property tax or mobile home park site fee increases on their principal residence (main home). To qualify, you must meet all the eligibility requirements for each year from the base year through the application year.
The Stay NJ program offers property tax benefits to eligible homeowners aged 65 and older. It reimburses applicants for 50% of their property tax bills, up to a maximum of $13,000, with a 2024 benefit cap of $6,500. To qualify, you must have owned and lived in your home for the full 12 months of 2024 and have an income below $500,000. If you made P.I.L.O.T. (Payments-in-Lieu-of-Tax) payments to your municipality, you are eligible for the Stay NJ benefit. Mobile homeowners are not eligible.
Tax Benefits & Financial Resources
Affordable New Jersey Communities for Homeowners and Renters (ANCHOR) – Property tax relief for NJ residents based on income limits.