Research Guides: Get Help: New Jersey Social Services: Finances

NJ Helps

NJ Helps
This site will help to see if you are eligible for food assistance (SNAP), cash assistance (WFNJ/TANF or WFNJ/GA), and health Insurance (NJ FamilyCare/Medicaid). From there you can apply for services or learn about additional resources. Part of the New Jersey Department of Human Services.

Special Automobile Insurance Policy (SAIP)
New Jersey's Special Automobile Insurance Policy helps make limited auto insurance coverage available to drivers who are eligible for Federal Medicaid with hospitalization. Such drivers can obtain a medical coverage-only policy at a cost of $365 a year.
Utility Assistance Programs
Published by the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities, this site links to the following utility programs
- PAGE Program
- Comfort Partners
- LIHEAP
- Universal Service Fund
- Winter Termination Program
- Lifeline Program (Energy Assistance)
- NJSHARES
- Telephone Assistance
- NJ EASE
Personal Finance Topics
Published by the New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance
File a Banking, Insurance, or Real Estate Complaint with the State
Contact the Department of Banking and Insurance and Real Estate Commission to file a complaint or ask questions about an issue

NJ Snap
Helping low-income individuals and families buy the food they need for good health. Learn more about the program, if you are eligible, and how to apply.
Mercer Country Free Food Finder
Easy-to-use food bank and free food search tool for Mercer County.
Fulfill FoodBank
Serving Monmouth & Ocean Counties
Norwescap Food Bank
Serving Hunterdon, Sussex and Warren County
Find Your Local Food Bank
Published by Community Food Bank of New Jersey
Food Pantry Locator
Published by FoodPantries.org

Free Tax Preparation Services for Taxpayers
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, or VITA, is for individuals of low to moderate income, individuals with disabilities, and non-English speaking taxpayers. Tax Counseling for the Elderly, or TCE, is for individuals 60 years of age or older.