Social Services for the Homeless (SSH) | Atlantic County Department of Family and Community Development

1333 Atlantic Ave, 3rd Fl, Atlantic City, NJ 08401

Eligibility

Open to County residents 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

Hours

Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

609-348-3001

Voice

609-343-2374

Fax

https://www.atlantic-county.org/family-community-development/homeless-services.asp

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

Description

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).

What's Here

Electric Service Payment Assistance Homelessness Prevention Programs Water Service Payment Assistance Rental Deposit Assistance Gas Service Payment Assistance Mortgage Payment Assistance Rent Payment Assistance

Providing organization

Atlantic County Department of Family and Community Development

Offers an opportunity for self-sufficiency to individuals and families through economic and social service programs designed for this purpose. The County Boards of Social Services provide a variety of financial, medical and social services to individuals and families who meet the necessary program criteria.