Emergency Assistance | Somerset County Board of Social Services

391-D Somerset St, North Plainfield, NJ 07060

Eligibility

Residents of the service area who are eligible for TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) and/or SSI (Supplemental Security Income).

Required documents

application/registration forms

Hours

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

908-561-9400

Voice

908-561-6567

Fax

https://co.somerset.nj.us/government/affiliated-agencies/social-services/emergency-assistance

Interpretation services

English

Application process

Walk in for assessment or call for more information.It is encouraged that anyone looking for immediate shelter assistance for the night/weekend should call after 6:00pm.

Service area

Somerset County, NJ

Description

Provides emergency assistance to recipients of certain government assistant programs. Services may include temporary emergency shelter, food, and in some cases clothing and household furnishings.

What's Here

Gas Service Payment Assistance Rent Payment Assistance TANF Heating Fuel Payment Assistance Relocation Assistance Homelessness Prevention Programs Rapid Re-Housing Programs Electric Service Payment Assistance Water Service Payment Assistance Mortgage Payment Assistance

Providing organization

Somerset County Board of Social Services

Provides a variety of financial, medical and social services to persons and families who meet the necessary program criteria.