How to apply for Atlantic County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination

Who it's for

Atlantic County emergency aid: (1) Atlantic County Department of Family & Community Development (county welfare agency, formerly Board of Social Services) for Cash Assistance (WorkFirst NJ TANF), General Assistance, Emergency Assistance, NJ FamilyCare Medicaid (609-348-3001); (2) Atlantic County Division of Intergenerational Services / Area Agency on Aging information-and-assistance line for senior-specific case management (1-888-426-9243 in-county; 609-645-5965 out-of-county); (3) NJHCPAP + hospital FAP for healthcare safety-net; (4) Atlantic Cape Community Action (formerly Atlantic Human Resources) + Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Camden coordinate LIHEAP delivery for Atlantic County for LIHEAP/USF; (5) Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Camden (serving all of South Jersey + Shore); (6) Food Bank of South Jersey + Community FoodBank of NJ; (7) NJ SHARES utility-bill assistance; (8) NJ 2-1-1 for general referrals.

What you'll need

• Proof of age 60+
• Proof of all household income
• Proof of Atlantic County / NJ residency
• Photo identification

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Atlantic County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination. I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need proof of age 60+, proof of all household income, proof of Atlantic County / NJ residency — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

as-needed