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Emergency Assistance | Salem County Board of Social Services

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

Categories

Heating Fuel Payment AssistanceTANF RecipientsElectric Service Payment AssistanceHomelessness Prevention ProgramsRelocation AssistanceRapid Re-Housing ProgramsRent Payment AssistanceMortgage Payment AssistanceWater Service Payment AssistanceGas Service Payment Assistance

Physical Address

147 S Virginia Ave, Penns Grove, NJ 08069

Hours

Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Fax

856-351-0432

Website

https://www.scbssnj.org/emergency-assistance

Application process

Walk in for an assessment.

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.

Agency info

Salem County Board of Social Services

Provides 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 persons and families who meet the necessary program criteria.