Emergency Assistance | Sussex County Division of Social Services
83 Spring St, Newton, NJ 07860
Eligibility
Applicants must be currently receiving WFNJ/TANF/GA or SSI benefits.
For the Rapid Rehousing program, self-sufficient TANF families who are currently homeless.
Required documents
Completed application/registration forms
Hours
Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
973-383-3627
Fax·
Fax
973-383-3600
Voice·
Main Phone
Email[email protected]
Application process
Walk in for assessment or call for more information.
Fees
None
Service area
Sussex County, NJ
Provides emergency assistance to recipients of WFNJ/TANF/GA and SSI. Benefits include, but are not limited to:
- Shelter and household furnishings
- Temporary rental assistance or housing costs
- Utility payments (such as heat, water, and electric)
- Moving expenses (security deposit or first month's rent)
- Rapid rehousing for TANF recipients
Providing organization
Sussex County Division of Social Services
Provides a variety of financial, medical and social services to persons and families who meet the necessary program criteria.
