Gloucester County
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Local offices in Gloucester County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · County office
Gloucester County Division of Social Services
400 Hollydell Drive, Sewell, NJ 08080
Help here
- Food and cash assistanceApply for SNAP food benefits and Work First New Jersey cash assistance.Apply online
- MedicaidGet help applying for NJ FamilyCare and other Medicaid programs.Apply online
- Child supportGet help with child support services and questions.
- Emergency housing assistanceAsk about housing help through the Emergency Assistance program.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on gloucestercountynj.gov
Public health · County office
Gloucester County WIC Program
204 E Holly Avenue, Sewell, NJ 08080
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children with food and nutrition support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nj.gov
Housing authority · County office
Housing Authority of Gloucester County
100 Pop Moylan Boulevard, Deptford, NJ 08096
Help here
- Affordable housing and rental assistanceLearn about affordable housing options and apply for housing programs when applications are open.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on gloucestercountyhousingnj.gov
Local office · Regional office
NJ 211
Help here
- Community service referralsCall NJ 211 to find local help with housing, food, health care, and other needs.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on nj211.org
Public health · County office
Gloucester County Department of Health and Human Services
204 E Holly Avenue, Sewell, NJ 08080
Help here
- Public health servicesGet information about county health services, health programs, and environmental health.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on gloucestercountynj.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Gloucester County Office of Mental Health
204 E Holly Avenue, Sewell, NJ 08080
Help here
- Mental health services and referralsContact the county office for mental health information and service referrals.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on gloucestercountynj.gov
Human services · County office
Gloucester County Human and Special Services
204 East Holly Avenue, Sewell, NJ 08080
Help here
- Disability servicesFind county resources and support for residents with disabilities.
- Addiction servicesGet information about county substance use services and referrals.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on gloucestercountynj.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Gloucester County Division of Senior Services
115 Budd Boulevard, West Deptford, NJ 08096
Help here
- Aging and disability resource connectionGet help finding long-term care, health, and community services for older adults, adults with disabilities, and caregivers.
- Senior meals and food helpCall the office to ask about food support and senior meal programs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on gloucestercountynj.gov
Veterans · County office
Gloucester County Veterans Affairs
211 County House Road, Sewell, NJ 08080
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpGet help with veterans benefit forms, claims, and referrals.
- Veterans transportationAsk about transportation to veterans hospitals and other veterans services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on gloucestercountynj.gov
Emergency help · County office
Gloucester County Emergency Response
1200 N Delsea Drive, Clayton, NJ 08312
Help here
- Emergency preparedness informationGet information about county emergency preparedness and response services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on gloucestercountynj.gov
Jobs and training · State office
American Job Center at Gloucester County
1480 Tanyard Road, Suite A, Sewell, NJ 08080
Help here
- Job search and career helpGet help with job searches, resumes, career counseling, and interview preparation.
- Job trainingAsk about training services and financial help for approved job training.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nj.gov
Library · County office
Gloucester County Library System
389 Wolfert Station Road, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062
Help here
- Library services and resourcesUse library collections, digital resources, public computers, and reference help.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on gcls.org
Gloucester County, New Jersey website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Gloucester County
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Food Bank of South Jersey
1501 John Tipton Boulevard, Pennsauken, NJ 08110
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Nonprofit
Philabundance
3616 S. Galloway Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
South Jersey Legal Services, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Gateway Community Action Partnership
110 Cohansey Street, Bridgeton, NJ 08302
Listed on nj.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Gloucester County
New Jersey programs by kind of help
These are run by New Jersey and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- NJ 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988