Emergency Assistance - Jersey City Office | Hudson County Department of Family Services
257 Cornelison Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Eligibility
Applicants must be currently receiving WFNJ/TANF/GA or SSI benefits.
For the Rapid Rehousing program, open to TANF families who are currently homeless.
Required documents
Application/registration forms, court documents, current utility bills, utility disconnection notice.
Hours
Mon – Fri 8:30 am – 4:15 pm
201-395-4626
Fax·
Fax
201-420-3000
Voice·
Main Phone
Application process
Walk in for assessment or call for more information.
Fees
None.
Service area
Hudson County, NJ
Offers 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), and Rapid rehousing for TANF recipients.
Providing organization
Hudson County Department of Family Services
Offers a variety of financial, medical and social services to persons and families who meet the necessary program criteria. The goal of the department is to ensure that all residents have access to resources and direct services needed that are delivered professionally.