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Personal Assistance Services Program (PASP) | NJ Division of Disability Services (DDS)

10 Elizabethtown Plz, 4th Fl, Elizabeth, NJ 07207

Eligibility

Applicants must: -Reside in New Jersey-Have a permanent physical disability-Be between the ages 18 and 70 years old-Live in the community-Be capable of directing and supervising their own services-Be employed, preparing for employment, in school, or actively volunteering in the community

Required documents

Pre application, screening, proof of residency, proof of income, proof of program activity, physician's certification required, statement of agreement
888-285-3036

Voice - Main Phone Hotline

https://nj.gov/humanservices/dds/services/pasp/

Interpretation services

English

Application process

Call or visit office for a preliminary screening and to receive an application.

Fees

Sliding scale fee

Description

Provides routine, non-medical assistance to adults with disabilities who are employed, involved in community volunteer work, or attending school; are not eligible for Medicaid. Personal assistants help with tasks such as light house keeping, bathing, dressing, preparing meals, shopping, driving or using public transportation.

Providing organization

NJ Division of Disability Services (DDS)

Provides a single point-of-entry for people seeking disability related information in New Jersey. DDS works to streamline access to services and information that promote and enhance independent living for individuals with disabilities by facilitating coordination and cooperation among local, county and state government agencies