The Township is here to assist residents find important resources to help ease their burdens. If you have any questions, please contact the Mayor’s Office at (732) 247-0922, ext. 430.
Township Assistance Programs
North Brunswick Food Bank
North Brunswick Food Bank distribution will be Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the North Brunswick Senior Center, 15 Linwood Place.
The North Brunswick Food Bank is accepting food, gift cards and monetary donations to help build the inventory of food lost due to the storm. Donations can be dropped off at the North Brunswick Senior Center Monday – Friday from 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Thank you in advance for your support.
Regional Assistance Programs
Central Jersey Housing Resource Center
The Central Jersey Housing Resource Center (CJHRC) is a HUD certified housing counseling agency, as well as a 501 (c) 3 non-profit and ALL services and programs provided are FREE to clients.
Please click on the link below for more information for CJHRC’s counseling services.
Federal Assistance Programs
Social Security
Learn about Social Security, including retirement and disability benefits, how to get or replace your Social Security card, and more
FEMA Resources
Residents can access FEMA resources online at http://www.disasterassistance.gov or by calling 1-800-621-3362. The TTY number for the hearing or speech impaired is 1-800-462-7585 (TTY). Calls will be accepted seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Please click on the link for information on what to expect when applying with FEMA.
New Jersey Assistance Programs
Garden State Community Outreach
The State of New Jersey has an array of resources to help residents and their families thrive. To ensure residents have the tools to access these critical resources, the state has made an investment in an outreach program.
Please click on the link below to learn more about how Garden State Community Outreach connects families with these new resources and many more.
Garden State Community Outreach Flyer
NJ 211
NJ 211 provides live assistance 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Services are free, confidential and multilingual. There are several ways to contact 211: By phone (simply dial 2-1-1); via text (send your zip code to 898-211) or e-mail info@nj211.org.
Specialists have access to a resource database of over 7,600 community programs and services that assist people who need help with life’s most basic needs… things like food, utilities, affordable housing, rental assistance, mental and physical health, substance use disorders, child care, senior needs, legal assistance, transportation, disability services and more.
Please click on the link below for the NJ 211 website.
New Jersey E-Z Pass Senior Discount Program
The Senior Citizen Discount Program is “tag specific” which means that you will be asked to identify the one (1) E-ZPass tag/transponder that will be used exclusively by the eligible senior citizen enrolling in the Program. There is an eleven (11) digit number on the tag/transponder and it must begin with “009”, “022” , “025” or “029”.
In order to participate in this Program you must be 65 years of age or older, have a New Jersey E-ZPass account, have a valid driver’s license issued by any state, and have a vehicle registered in your name in any state. You do not have to live in New Jersey to open a New Jersey E-ZPass account.
Please click on the link below for the NJ E-Z Pass Senior Discount application.
NJEDA Small Business Emergency Improvement Grant Program
The Small Business Improvement Grant reimburses eligible small businesses and nonprofits for up to 50% of eligible project costs associated with building improvements or the purchase and/or installation of new furniture, fixtures, and equipment made on or after March 9th, 2020. The maximum grant award is $50,000. Applications are first-come-first-served.
Please click on the links below for further information on the grant program and program registration portal.
New Jersey Business Action Center
Financial Assistance for Health Insurance
Get Covered New Jersey is the State’s official health insurance marketplace that provides access to the resources and financial help you need to find the right coverage. Now, new state and federal financial assistance will help drastically lower health insurance costs for many New Jerseyans.
If you are already enrolled, you will likely be able to claim additional savings. If you need coverage, you can explore your options. If you received unemployment compensation in 2021, you may be eligible for nearly free coverage. Enrollment is open through the end of the year but enroll by Friday, April 30th for coverage effective May 1st.
NJ Hope and Healing Crisis Counseling Program (CCP)
The Hope and Healing Crisis Counseling Program is available to assist New Jersey communities affected by COVID-19. It is provided by Catholic Charities of New Jersey in collaboration with the NJ Department of Human Services’ Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services.
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
The Home Energy Assistance Program helps very low-income residents with their heating and cooling bills, and makes provisions for emergency heating system services and emergency fuel assistance within the Home Energy Assistance Program.
Substance Use Disorder Resources Available Across New Jersey
Anyone seeking help with addiction, whether struggling personally or helping a loved one, can call 1-844-ReachNJ(1-844-732-2465) to receive immediate support and assistance from live, trained addiction counselors based here in New Jersey. The help line is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
New Jersey Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services
The New Jersey Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services provide a host of services, including substance abuse prevention and early intervention, emergency screening, outpatient and intensive outpatient mental health and addictions services, partial care and partial hospitalization and case management.
ATLAS® Provides Support For People Struggling With Substance Use Disorder
New Jersey has launched a free, confidential, online tool to connect residents with appropriate addiction treatment care and deliver user-friendly information about the quality of available programs.
ATLAS®, or Addiction Treatment Locator, Assessment, and Standards Platform, allows individuals with substance use disorder and their loved ones to search for and compare participating programs using criteria such as location, services offered, and insurance accepted so they can find the best treatment for their unique needs.
New Jersey AIDS/HIV/STD Hotline
The New Jersey AIDS/HIV/STD Hotline is a go-to resource for NJ residents looking for testing, prevention and treatment information and/or services for HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs). The hotline is available 24/7. Services are free and confidential.
State of New Jersey Tropical Storm Ida Resources
The State of New Jersey has a resource page with information and state resources available to affected residents. Please click on the link below.
Housing Counseling and Legal Services Program (HCS)
The Housing Counseling and Legal Services Program provides a wide range of free services for homeowners and renters, including assistance with completing applications for Hurricane Ida recovery programs and other disaster recovery programs. The services also include fair housing education for landlords and renters, and financial counseling. The program’s goal is to provide supportive services that help renters and homeowners access disaster recovery programs, understand their housing rights and responsibilities, and secure safe permanent housing.
Please click on the link below for further information.
Middlesex County Assistance Programs
Middlesex County Services Locator
The County’s Service Locator can help residents find available resources, such as food, substance abuse resources, job training, emergency preparedness, veterans services, housing or caregiving. To access the service locator, please click on the button below.
Middlesex County Special Needs Registry
Special needs are defined as a physical or mental impairment that limits one or more life activities. It is only intended to provide information regarding anyone who would need extra assistance in times of emergency, or who has a mental or physical condition.
The information contained in the Special Needs Registry would be used to better assist those challenged individuals in an emergency or police encounter. Examples of special needs include, but are not limited to:
- Autism
- Mobility issues (wheelchairs, power chairs, walkers)
- Dementia or Alzheimer’s
- Cognitive Impairments
- Oxygen Dependency
- Hearing, vision, or speech deficits
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Mental Health Issues
- Dialysis Dependent
- Paralysis/ Stroke Patients
- Developmental/ Intellectual Disabilities
- Life Threatening Allergies
Behavioral Health Navigators
Behavioral Health Navigators provide free support for all residents across Middlesex County who are dealing with mental health and substance use disorders. These Behavioral Health Navigators provide a human touch and step-by-step guidance to direct you or your loved ones to access behavioral health support and trusted resources.
Residents can remain anonymous if preferred. Call 732-745-3810 to begin your journey to wellness and recovery. Please click on the links below for more information.
Pyx Health for Youth
Teens today face enormous pressure from school, peers, social media, and world issues.
Middlesex County is teaming up with Pyx Health to support them in a positive, new way. Built for and tested by teens, the program helps them connect to support for loneliness, isolation, and depression.
Pyx Health’s mobile app and trained staff provide relatable, positive support to help teens manage the stress of things like school, relationships, and social media. Please click on the links below for more information.
Middlesex County Emergency Rental Assistance Program
Are you in need of rental assistance as a direct result of COVID-19? Support is available right now for low-to-moderate-income households! Middlesex County has established an Emergency Rental Assistance Program for eligible households facing a loss of income due to the pandemic.
If qualified, funds from the program may be used to pay outstanding balances for rent or utilities (gas, electric, and/or water only), with funds usually being paid directly to landlords and service providers. If a landlord does not wish to participate, funds may be paid directly to the eligible household. Generally, temporary assistance will not exceed more than 12 months.
More information and a link to the application portal can be found here: https://www.middlesexcountynj.gov/find-programs-and-resources/rental-assistance
Career Assistance – Middlesex County Office of Career Opportunity
The office administers federal and state job training funds for the benefit of County residents. It establishes programs to prepare youth and adults for entry into the labor force and to afford job training for eligible individuals facing serious barriers to employment, who are in special need of training to obtain productive employment.
Utility Assistance Programs
Altice
Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
Altice USA participates in the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), offering free 300 Mbps of wired home connectivity with the ACP credit. Alternatively, households can apply the ACP credit of up to $30 to any Optimum broadband plan.
To learn more about the Affordable Connectivity Program, please click the link below.
Altice Advantage Internet Program
Altice is offering low cost Internet for qualifying groups through its Altice Advantage Internet program. Those who may qualify include:
- K-12 or college student who needs Internet access at home for remote learning due to the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic
- Eligible for or receives Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and 65 years of age or older
- US military veteran and receives state or federal public assistance.
To learn more about the Altice Advantage Internet program, please click the link below.
PSE&G
For information on assistance in paying your PSE&G bill, please click the link below.
