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New Jersey
These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on August 21, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in New Jersey, we recommend that you visit the Department of Human Services or the governor's COVID-19 Resources website.
Health-Related Relief Programs
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New Jersey Coalition to End Domestic Violence
Recognizing that COVID-19 related quarantines and social distancing efforts may exacerbate domestic violence, the New Jersey Coalition to End Domestic Violence (NJCEDV) is continuing to provide services remotely. Those affected by, or seeking … » more information -
Oaks Integrated Care
During the COVID-19 outbreak, Oaks Integrated Care is operating food pantries for low-income individuals in Mt. Holly and Berlin. The pantries provide basic food, clothing, and household provisions, provided sufficient quantities of each are in … » more information
Housing-Related Relief Programs
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Assistance for Survivors of Domestic Violence
New Jersey offers a variety of assistance programs for survivors of domestic violence, including a hotline and access to a confidential safe house, which are continuing to offer assistance during the COVID-19 crisis. » more information -
Automatic Extension for Housing Search Period Associated with Housing Choice Vouchers to 120 Days
New Jersey’s Housing Choice Voucher Program provides funding to assist low-income families in the private rental market. As part of the program, participants are required to satisfy the program’s requirements by securing housing for which they are … » more information -
Emergency Grant Funding Program to Assist Small Residential Landlords and Tenants
The program will reimburse small residential rental property owners for lost rent revenue due to COVID-19 between April and July 2020, as long as they agree to forgive outstanding back rent and late fees that their tenant accrued during this time. » more information -
Moratorium on Residential Evictions and Foreclosures Statewide
All residential eviction and foreclosure proceedings are suspended in the State of New Jersey until further notice. » more information -
Moratorium on Utility Shutoffs
All of New Jersey’s public electric, phone, cable, water and gas utilities have universally agreed to suspend service shutoffs indefinitely due to the COVID-19 epidemic. Despite the suspension of shutoffs, customers are not relieved of their payment … » more information -
Residential Mortgage Relief
For residents impacted by COVID-19, certain financial institutions will offer mortgage-payment forbearances of up to 90 days, which will allow for reductions or delays in monthly mortgage payments. Participating financial institutions currently … » more information -
Residential Tenants May Direct Their Landlords to Use Their Security Deposits to Offset Rent or Back Rent
New Jersey residential tenants may direct their landlords to use their security deposits to offset rent or back rent. Tenants will not be obligated to make any further security deposit payments relating to their current lease agreement, but would … » more information -
Suspension of Rent Increases at All New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency-Regulated Properties
The New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency has voted to suspend rent increases at all eligible properties within the Agency’s portfolio. » more information
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