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State of New Jersey

The State of New Jersey offers many assistance options for people struggling with their basic needs.

Cash

WorkFirst NJ provides temporary cash assistance and many other support services to families. Learn more.


Food

SNAP provides supplemental assistance to pay for food for qualifying households. Apply online.


Family

NJ FamilyCare provides qualifying residents free or low-cost health insurance. Eligibility for NJ FamilyCare is based on income and household size. Residents may enroll year-round. Learn more.


Insurance

GetCoveredNJ is the State's marketplace for health insurance. Choose from a wide range of affordable health care plans. Financial assistance is available. Learn more.


Holding hand

WIC provides food assistance to women and their children under five years of age. Apply online.


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Crisis Assistance: The 988 Lifeline helps people struggling with thoughts of suicide or experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis. Call or text 9-8-8 to be connected to trained crisis counselors who will listen to your concerns, provide support, and get you additional help if needed.


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