New Jersey Resources
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Support and assistance provided by New Jersey for people with medical conditions, health issues, and/or special needs:
Traumatic Brain Injury Fund
Agency: New Jersey Division of Disability Services
Assists: New Jersey residents who have experienced a traumatic brain injury.
Provides: Funding for services to foster independence and maximize quality of life.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dds/programs/braininjuryfund/
Personal Assistance Services Program (PASP)
Agency: New Jersey Division of Disability Services
Assists: Adults with physical disabilities who are employed, preparing for employment, attending school, or involved in community volunteer work.
Provides: Personal care assistance.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dds/programs/personalassistance/
Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD)
Agency: New Jersey Department of Human Services
Assists: Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Provides: Public funding for services and supports to assist in living as independently as possible.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/ddd/home/
Early Intervention System (EIS)
Agency: New Jersey Department of Health
Assists: Infants and toddlers (birth to age three) with developmental delays or disabilities and their families.
Provides: Services to enhance development and learning.
https://www.nj.gov/health/fhs/eis/
Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services (DMAHS)
Assists low- to moderate-income individuals, including children, pregnant women, parents, single adults, and those who are aged, blind, or disabled. Provides health coverage through NJ FamilyCare, offering services like doctor visits, hospital services, prescriptions, vision care, mental health care, dental, and nursing home care.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/home/
Supportive Housing Connection
Provides housing assistance and supportive services to individuals with disabilities, helping them secure and maintain affordable housing.
https://www.nj.gov/dca/dhcr/offices/shc.shtml
Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CBVI)
Offers services to individuals who are blind or visually impaired, including education, employment support, and independent living skills training.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/cbvi/home/
Division of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DDHH)
Provides information, referral, and advocacy services to individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, promoting equal access and opportunities.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/ddhh/index.shtml
Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS)
Coordinates statewide emergency medical services, ensuring rapid and effective medical response for individuals in emergencies.
https://www.nj.gov/health/ems/
Cancer Education and Early Detection Program (NJCEED)
Assists individuals at risk for breast, cervical, colorectal, and prostate cancers.
Provides free or low-cost cancer screenings, education, and diagnostic services to eligible residents.
https://www.nj.gov/health/ces/public/
Catastrophic Illness in Children Relief Fund
Assists: Families facing large medical expenses for their children.
Provides: Financial assistance to cover uncovered medical costs.
https://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/cicrf/home/
State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
Assists: Medicare beneficiaries.
Provides: Free help with Medicare questions and issues.
https://nj.gov/humanservices/doas/services/q-z/ship/
NJ Transit Reduced Fare Program
Assists: Seniors and people with disabilities.
Provides: Reduced fares on public transportation.
https://www.njtransit.com/reduced-fare-program
Lifeline Utility Assistance Program
Assists: Seniors and people with disabilities.
Provides: Assistance with utility costs.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/doas/services/l-p/lifeline-utility/
Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (PAAD)
Assists: Low-income seniors and individuals with disabilities.
Provides: Assistance with prescription drug costs.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/doas/services/l-p/paad/
Senior Gold Prescription Discount Program
Assists: Seniors and individuals with disabilities who don't qualify for PAAD.
Provides: Prescription discounts.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/doas/services/q-z/senior-gold/
NJ 2-1-1
Assists: All residents.
Provides: Information and referrals to health and human services.
NJ Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
Assists: Individuals seeking support groups.
Provides: Directory of self-help groups across various issues.
NJ Division of Aging Services (DoAS)
Assists: Older adults and their caregivers.
Provides: Access to services promoting independence and well-being.
https://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/doas/home/
NJ Division of Family Development (DFD)
Assists: Families in need.
Provides: Support services including child care and child support enforcement.
https://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/dfd/home/
NJ Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services (DMAHS)
Assists: Low-income individuals and families.
Provides: Administration of Medicaid and NJ FamilyCare programs.
https://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/dmahs/home/
NJ Division of Mental Health Services (DMHS)
Assists: Individuals with mental health conditions.
Provides: Access to mental health services and supports.
https://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/dmhas/home/
HIV/AIDS Drug Distribution Program
Assists: People living with HIV/AIDS.
Provides: Access to medications and related services.
https://www.nj.gov/health/hivstdtb/
NJ Hearing Aid Project
Assists: Low-income individuals with hearing loss.
Provides: Free refurbished hearing aids to those in need.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/ddhh/services/hearingaid/project/
Lifespan Respite Care Program
Assists: Family caregivers.
Provides: Temporary relief through short-term respite care.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/doas/services/q-z/srcp/
NJ FamilyCare
Medical condition: Various, including low-income individuals, children, pregnant women, aged, blind, and disabled.
Type of assistance: Provides comprehensive health coverage including doctor visits, hospital services, prescriptions, tests, vision care, mental health care, dental, nursing home care, and other healthcare services.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/home/
NJ FamilyCare Aged, Blind, Disabled (ABD) Programs
Medical condition: Aged, blind, or disabled individuals.
Type of assistance: Health coverage for people 65 and older, and those determined blind or disabled by the SSA or State of NJ.
https://www.arcnj.org/programs/health-care-advocacy/medicaid-resources.html
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Medicaid
Medical condition: Aged, blind, or disabled individuals.
Type of assistance: Health coverage for those receiving SSI benefits.
https://www.arcnj.org/programs/health-care-advocacy/medicaid-resources.html
Medicaid Only
Medical condition: Aged, blind, or disabled individuals not receiving SSI.
Type of assistance: Health coverage for those who meet Medicaid eligibility criteria but do not receive SSI.
https://www.arcnj.org/programs/health-care-advocacy/medicaid-resources.html
New Jersey Care... Special Medicaid Programs
Medical condition: Various, including individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Type of assistance: Special Medicaid programs tailored for specific needs.
https://www.arcnj.org/programs/health-care-advocacy/medicaid-resources.html
NJ WorkAbility (finding employment)
Medical condition: Individuals with disabilities.
Type of assistance: Helps individuals with disabilities find and maintain employment while receiving Medicaid benefits.
https://www.arcnj.org/programs/health-care-advocacy/medicaid-resources.html
NJ WorkAbility (working individuals)
Agency: New Jersey Division of Disability Services
Assists: Individuals with disabilities who are working.
Provides: Full Medicaid coverage to those whose earnings would otherwise make them ineligible for Medicaid.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dds/programs/njworkability/
Managed Long Term Services and Supports (MLTSS)
Medical condition: Individuals needing long-term care services.
Type of assistance: Coordinates long-term care services through managed care organizations.
https://www.visitmonmouth.com/Page.aspx?Id=2694
NJ FamilyCare for Children
Medical condition: Children under 19.
Type of assistance: Health coverage for children, regardless of immigration status.
https://njfamilycare.dhs.state.nj.us
NJ FamilyCare for Pregnant Women
Medical condition: Pregnant women.
Type of assistance: Health coverage during pregnancy and postpartum period.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/clients/medicaid/
NJ FamilyCare for Parents/Caretaker Relatives
Medical condition: Parents or caretakers of children.
Type of assistance: Health coverage for parents or caretakers.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/clients/medicaid/
NJ FamilyCare for Single Adults
Medical condition: Single adults.
Type of assistance: Health coverage for single adults.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/clients/medicaid/
NJ FamilyCare for Childless Couples
Medical condition: Childless couples.
Type of assistance: Health coverage for childless couples.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/clients/medicaid/
NJ FamilyCare for the Aged
Medical condition: Individuals aged 65 and older.
Type of assistance: Health coverage for the elderly.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/clients/medicaid/
NJ FamilyCare for the Blind
Medical condition: Individuals determined blind by SSA or State of NJ.
Type of assistance: Health coverage for the blind.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/clients/medicaid/
NJ FamilyCare for the Disabled
Medical condition: Individuals determined disabled by SSA or State of NJ.
Type of assistance: Health coverage for the disabled.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/clients/medicaid/
NJ FamilyCare for Long-Term Care Services
Medical condition: Individuals qualified for long-term care services.
Type of assistance: Health coverage for long-term care needs.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/clients/medicaid/
NJ FamilyCare for Mental Health Care
Medical condition: Mental health issues.
Type of assistance: Coverage for mental health services.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/home/
NJ FamilyCare for Dental Care
Medical condition: Dental health issues.
Type of assistance: Coverage for dental services.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/home/
NJ FamilyCare for Vision Care
Medical condition: Vision problems.
Type of assistance: Coverage for vision services.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/home/
NJ FamilyCare for Substance Use Services
Medical condition: Substance use disorders.
Type of assistance: Coverage for substance use treatment.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/home/
NJ FamilyCare for Hospitalization
Medical condition: Various, requiring hospitalization.
Type of assistance: Coverage for hospital stays.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/home/
NJ FamilyCare for Prescriptions
Medical condition: Various, requiring medication.
Type of assistance: Coverage for prescription drugs.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/home/
NJ FamilyCare for Nursing Home Care
Medical condition: Individuals needing nursing home care.
Type of assistance: Coverage for nursing home services.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/home/
NJ FamilyCare for Home and Community-Based Services
Medical condition: Individuals needing home or community-based care.
Type of assistance: Coverage for home and community-based services.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/home/
NJ FamilyCare for Assisted Living
Medical condition: Individuals needing assisted living services.
Type of assistance: Coverage for assisted living facilities.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/home/
NJ FamilyCare for Community Residential Services
Medical condition: Individuals needing community residential services.
Type of assistance: Coverage for community residential services.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/home/
NJ FamilyCare for PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly)
Medical condition: Elderly individuals needing comprehensive care.
Type of assistance: Comprehensive care through PACE organizations.
https://www.visitmonmouth.com/Page.aspx?Id=2694
Inclusive Healthy Communities Grant Program
Agency: New Jersey Division of Disability Services
Assists: Communities.
Provides: Grants to implement inclusive health practices to improve the health and well-being of individuals with disabilities.
https://inclusivehealthycommunities.org/
NJ FamilyCare for Presumptive Eligibility (PE)
Medical condition: Various, for short-term coverage.
Type of assistance: Temporary health care coverage while applying for NJ FamilyCare.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/clients/medicaid/
NJ FamilyCare for Children with Special Health Care Needs
Medical condition: Children with special health care needs.
Type of assistance: Health coverage tailored for children with special needs.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmahs/home/
NJ FamilyCare for Caregivers of Individuals with IDD
Medical condition: Caregivers of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Type of assistance: Support for caregivers.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/
NJ FamilyCare for Addiction Recovery Support
Medical condition: Individuals with substance use disorders.
Type of assistance: Support for addiction recovery.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/
NJ FamilyCare for Life-Saving Naloxone
Medical condition: Opioid overdose prevention.
Type of assistance: Free naloxone distribution.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/
NJ FamilyCare for Parents, Grandparents, and Guardians
Medical condition: Support for raising healthy children.
Type of assistance: Access to resources and information.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/
NJ FamilyCare for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)
Medical condition: Low-income individuals needing nutritional support.
Type of assistance: Food assistance.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/
NJ FamilyCare for Opioid Settlement Fund
Medical condition: Opioid addiction and related issues.
Type of assistance: Funding for opioid-related programs.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/
NJ FamilyCare for NJ ABLE
Medical condition: Individuals with disabilities.
Type of assistance: Savings program without losing public benefits.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/
Tax-advantaged savings accounts allowing them to save for disability-related expenses without affecting eligibility for certain benefits.
https://savewithable.com/nj/home.html
NJ FamilyCare for Stephen Komninos Law
Medical condition: Developmental disabilities.
Type of assistance: Protection and support for individuals with developmental disabilities.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/
NJ FamilyCare for Resources for Individuals with Disabilities
Medical condition: Various disabilities.
Type of assistance: Resources and support for individuals with disabilities.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/
NJ FamilyCare for NJSave
Medical condition: Low-income seniors and individuals.
Type of assistance: Eligibility check for various savings and assistance programs.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/
NJ FamilyCare for 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Medical condition: Mental health crises.
Type of assistance: 24/7 crisis support.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/
State Temporary Disability
Agency: New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Assists: Individuals who have become disabled due to non-work-related injury or illness.
Provides: Temporary disability benefits to cover lost wages during the recovery period.
https://www.nj.gov/labor/worker-protections/earnedsick/covid.shtml
Work First New Jersey
Agency: New Jersey Department of Human Services
Assists: Families with and without dependent children.
Provides: Financial aid and support services to help them become self-sufficient.
https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dfd/programs/workfirstnj/
Child Support Services
Agency: New Jersey Department of Human Services
Assists: Custodial parents.
Provides: Assistance in obtaining financial support for their children from non-custodial parents.
https://www.njchildsupport.org/
Child Care Services
Agency: New Jersey Department of Human Services
Assists: Families in need of affordable child care.
Provides: Assistance enabling parents to work or attend training programs.