Social Services for the Homeless (SSH) | Atlantic County Department of Family and Community Development
Resource Name:Social Services for the Homeless (SSH) | Atlantic County Department of Family and Community Development
address
1333 Atlantic Ave, 3rd Fl, Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Eligibility
Open to individuals in the service area who:
- Are NOT receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), General Assistance (GA), or Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Have not received any of the above benefits for more than 4 consecutive months within the last calendar year
- Have a household income, including employment, unemployment benefits, social security, or pension
- Are at imminent risk of homelessness due to short-term issues
Required documents
Current utility bills, eviction notice, ID, proof of family size, proof of household income, utility disconnection notice
Hours
Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
609-343-2374
Fax
·Fax
609-348-3001
Voice
·Main Phone
Application process
Please call to schedule an appointment for intake. All applicants must complete a Homeless Management Information System (NJHMIS) Client Consent Single Intake form for each household member.
Fees
None
Service area
Atlantic County, NJ
Provides financial assistance to county residents who are at risk of homelessness, but are INELIGIBLE for welfare programs. This includes Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), General Assistance (GA), or Supplemental Security Income (SSI).