General Assistance (WorkFirst NJ)

General Assistance (WorkFirst NJ) in Caldwell, NJ, is dedicated to providing essential emergency assistance to individuals facing challenging circumstances. Our program offers vital support that includes access to food assistance, clothing, shelter, and household furnishings. We help clients with temporary rental assistance, back rent, mortgage payments, and utility bills, ensuring that basic needs are met during tough times. Furthermore, we provide transportation help for housing searches and cover moving expenses to promote stability. While our emergency financial assistance is typically available for up to 12 months, extensions may be granted in cases of significant hardship. For those who have recently lost their jobs through no fault of their own, we assist in navigating state unemployment benefits and welfare options that may be available once those benefits end. We strive to empower our clients by alleviating immediate challenges and guiding them toward a more secure future.