Sunday, February 1, 2009

Social Service Agencies for Morris County Residents - (via Morris County Public Library)

This is a link to the .pdf file of all Social Service Agencies in Morris County, NJ. This file was compiled by the Morris County Public Library and the link leads to their website. This booklet includes information on the following:

GENERAL
Morris County Department of Human Services 973-285-6868
Co-ordinates a large number of programs aimed at improving the quality of life for Morris County citizens. http://www.morrishumanservices.org

NJ Helps NJ Department of Human Services provides a website designed to screen individuals for eligibility to over 30 social service programs. http://www.njhelps.org

NJ 211 New Jersey's community resource, can be accessed online or dial 211 from any phone. Locates where to go for help and how to apply. http://nj211.org

Self-Help Group Clearinghouse 1-800-367-6274 Guide to self-help and other support groups in N.J. with national organizations, model and online groups. Sponsored by St. Clare's Health System and state government.

American Red Cross of Northern New Jersey 973-797-3300 or 1-800-507-6058 Assists individuals with shelter, food, clothing, medication, crisis counseling, and other disaster- cased needs. Helps military families.

AGING
Morris County Division on Seniors, Disabilities and Veterans 973-285-6848
Advocacy for Morris County adults age 60 and over. Helps county residents remain healthy and in their own homes for as long as possible.

NJ EASE (New Jersey Easy Access, Single Entry) Morris County EASE number: 1-800-564-4656 Provides an easy way for seniors and their families to get information about senior services such as healthcare, insurance, home care services, long term care options, transportation, social activities, nutrition and more.

New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services. Division of Aging and Community Services 1-800-792-8820 Statewide Benefits for Older Persons Guide to programs

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