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Emergency Assistance (EA) | Ocean County Board of Social Services

Providing emergency assistance to recipients of WFNJ/TANF/GA and SSI, covering essential needs such as shelter, household furnishings, temporary rental aid, utility payments (e.g., heat, water, electric), moving expenses (security deposit or first month's rent), and facilitating rapid rehousing for TANF recipients.

Categories

Homelessness Prevention ProgramsTANF RecipientsRelocation AssistanceRapid Re-Housing ProgramsRent Payment AssistanceElectric Service Payment AssistanceWater Service Payment AssistanceHomeless Permanent Supportive HousingMortgage Payment AssistanceGas Service Payment AssistanceHeating Fuel Payment Assistance

Physical Address

1027 Hooper Ave, Toms River, NJ 08754

Hours

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

Fax

732-288 - 7609

Website

https://co.ocean.nj.us/socialservices/frmEmergencyRentalRelief.aspx

Application process

Walk in for assessment or call for more information.

Eligibility

Applicants must be currently receiving WFNJ/TANF/GA or SSI benefits.

Agency info

Ocean 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.