Seniors - Social Services

NJ Ease

www.state.nj.us/health/senior/sanjease.shtml

1-877-222-3737

"NJ EASE (New Jersey Easy Access, Single Entry) is the easy way for seniors and their families to get information about and access senior services. NJ EASE is one toll-free telephone number to put you in touch with someone to help you learn about and apply for important programs and benefits."

State of New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services

www.state.nj.us/health

Information about senior benefits, toll-free numbers, nursing home and assisted living facility locators, and more.

State of New Jersey – Senior Services

www.nj.gov/nj/community/senior

Contact directory, information about state and federal programs, types of housing options, and health and wellness resources.

USAGov for Seniors

www.usa.gov/Topics/Seniors.shtml

"The Web site for seniors to conduct business with and get information from the [U.S.] government."  Locate resources about benefits, consumer protection, education, health, jobs, taxes, travel, and leisure.

U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development: Information for Seniors

www.hud.gov/groups/seniors.cfm

"Looking for housing options for yourself, an aging parent, relative, or friend? Do some research first to determine what kind of assistance or living arrangement you need; what your health insurance might cover; and what you can afford. Then check here for financial assistance resources and guides for making the right choice."

Essex County Division of Senior Services

http://www.essex-countynj.org/index.php?section=dept/cs/a

Offers programs for Essex County residents ages 60 and over.

Newark Office on Aging

www.ci.newark.nj.us/residents/family_health_and_safety/social_services.php

"The Newark Office on Aging provides Newark’s elderly with either direct service delivery or information and referral sources through its linkages and liaisons with numerous public and private federal, state, county, and local organizations which serve the needs of the elderly."

AARP - Real Relief

www.aarp.org/money/personal/real_relief_aarp/

Links to AARP WorkSearch and information about money management and qualifying for public benefits.

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