Essex County, NJ Assistance Programs

Essex County Food Assistance Programs

Our list of food assistance programs includes: food pantries, soup kitchens, congregate meal programs in Essex County.

YMCA of Montclair Senior Center

25 Park Street
Montclair, NJ - 07042
(973)744-3400
Services: Senior Center provides exciting programs and community gathering places for seniors. Their goal is to increase the level of connectivity and community among seniors and help them stay mentally and emotionally healthy. In addition, their exercise classes and emphasis on good nutrition help seniors stay healthy. Each month, they schedule a variety of events, including gaming tournaments, arts and crafts and community service opportunities. The senior center contains computers/iPads equipped with internet access, a large-screen TV and a kitchen. Membership is necessary, but guests can participate in special speaker programs and classes. ..

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Oxford House for Women - Dougie

37 Irving Ave
Livingston, NJ - 07039
973-486-6169
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Oxford House for Men - West Orange

1393 Pleasant Valley Way
West Orange, NJ - 07052
973-243-7233
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Oxford House for Men - Montclair II

21 Irving Street
Montclair, NJ - 07042
973-746-4294
Oxford House is a self-managed, self-sufficient convalescent home for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts, providing accommodation, food, case management, individual counselling and group support. Funds may be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit. ..

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Oxford House for Men - Lake Street

915 Lake St
Newark, NJ - 07104
856-723-2872
Oxford House is a self-run, self-supported recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts in which shelter, food, case management, individual counseling and group support are provided. Funds might be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit...

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Oxford House for Men - Hazelwood

68 Hazelwood Road
Bloomfield, NJ - 07003
973-707-5996
Oxford House is a self-administered recovery house for recovering alcoholics and drug addicts, offering accommodation, food, case management, individual counselling and group support. Funds may be available to cover the first month's rent and security deposit. ..

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Essex County Rent and Bill Pay Assistance Programs

Our financial assistance programs include rent assistance, bill pay services, prescription assistance programs, utility assistance, mortgage assistance programs in Essex County.

New Eyes Short Hills, Eye Glasses

549 Millburn Ave
Short Hills, NJ - 07078
(973)376-4903
New Eyes purchases new prescription glasses typically covering the cost of a basic pair of single or lined bifocal eyeglasses, for low income individuals in the U.S. through a voucher program. Applicants much meet the U.S. Poverty guidelines, have ha d recent eye exam (New Eyes doe not pay for the eye exams - contact New Eye if you need assistance in locating a source for free or low cost eye exams) and have no other resources available to pay for glasses, including federal or state programs or assistance from local charitable organizatons. Age groups: All. Hours: Mon-Thur. 9AM-12:30PM; 1:30 PM - 4PM, Fri- 9AM - 12PM. Fees: no fees -- voucher program..

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Essex County Various Assistance Programs

Below we list an array of other helpful resource programs we have found in Essex County.

West Orange Senior Services - Katz Community Center

650 Pleasant Valley Way
West Orange, NJ - 07052
(973)325-4105
Programs are offered to West Orange Senior Citizens at a low cost fee...

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Nutley Senior Center

44 Park Avenue
Nutley, NJ - 07110
(973)284-4966
The Township provides a wide variety of Senior Citizen Activities, Clubs and Special Events. Special trips and events are also planned throughout the year for our Senior Citizen Community. Transportation is provided free of charge for most Senior Programs...

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Grover Cleveland Senior Center

1 Provost Square
Caldwell, NJ - 07006
(973)403-4637
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East Orange Senior Center

90 Halsted Street
East Orange, NJ - 07018
(973)266-8832
They aim to serve as advocates on behalf of East Orange residents 60 years of age and older and disabled adults by providing love, quality resources, events, activities, information, and outreach that fulfill the needs of our clientele. ..

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City of Newark Department of Health and Community Wellness

110 William Street
Newark, NJ - 07102
(973) 733-7628
Services: Offers WIC program office. Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Evening and Saturday bookings are available on request. ..

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Bloomfield Senior Club

84 Broad Street
Bloomfield, NJ - 07003
(973)743-3332
Seniors citizens 55 and older are invited to take advantage of our yearly membership. The group meets on the 3rd Friday of each month and for just $20 your membership will give you discounted prices for our weekly fitness programs, monthly excursions and free entry to our holiday events. Events often include refreshments, lunch, live entertainment, guest speakers and more! Seasonal excursions with transportation included are also offered...

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Bethany Senior Center

275 West Market Street
Newark, NJ - 07103
(973)733-5739
Location: The center is located inside the church of Betania. The entrance will be the white double doors of Hartford Street. Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. ..

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Belleville Senior Citizen Building

125 Franklin Avenue
Belleville, NJ - 07109
(973)450-3422
Services: The Senior Center offers social and recreational programs for seniors. ..

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Essex County Assistance Locations

Government and Private Assistance Programs

Housing Assistance

There are many non-profit and government based organizations dedicated to providing housing and support. We find them for you.

Food Pantry Assistance

Food pantries, soup kitchens, food baskets. We find these local resources and list them.

Free clothing assistance

Thousands of churches and religious organizations offer low-cost or free drug and alcohol treatment as part of their missions.