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Social Services for the Homeless (SSH) - Dover | Morris County Office of Temporary Assistance (OTA)

79 Bassett Highway , Dover, NJ 07801

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

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
https://www.morriscountynj.gov/Departments/Temporary-Assistance/Homeless-Services

Languages

English

Interpretation services

English

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.

Service area

Morris County, NJ

Description

Offers 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).

Providing organization

Morris County Office of Temporary Assistance (OTA)

Offers a variety of financial, medical and social services to persons and families who meet the necessary program criteria. This includes Medicaid and SNAP benefits.