The Social Service for the Homeless (SSH) program provides assistance to New Jersey residents who are at risk of homelessness, but are ineligible for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families welfare, General Assistance welfare or Supplemental Security Income.

SSH can pay for emergency food or a motel or shelter stay for a limited amount of time.  It also can provide rental, mortgage, utility, and security deposit assistance. This program, which operates on a 24-hour emergency basis, also includes referral services and limited case management.

In response to the economy, SSH recently has been expanded to allow families with higher incomes – $6,183 monthly for a family of four -- to be eligible for the service.  In addition, the length of time services can be provided has been increased to four months. So if you are a family who recently applied for SSH and were denied services, you may want to apply again.

Please click on the link below to find where to apply for services in your area.

Social Services Hotline (pdf)


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