Union City

Local offices in Union City

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Housing help · City office

  Housing Authority of the City of Union City

  3911 Kennedy Boulevard, Union City, NJ 07087

  Help here

  • Public housing and Housing Choice VouchersResidents can contact the authority about public housing and Housing Choice Voucher programs.Apply online
  Call 201-864-1515DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on unioncityha.org

• Older adults · City office

  Union City Senior Citizens' Affairs

  3715 Palisade Ave., 3rd Floor, Union City, NJ 07087

  Help here

  • Senior activities and transportation helpThe office offers senior activities and can help arrange rides to doctors and shopping areas.
  Call 201-348-5701DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ucnj.com

• Jobs and training · State office

  Hudson County One-Stop Career Center, Union City location

  530 48th Street, 7th Floor, Union City, NJ 07087

  Help here

  • Employment and workforce assistanceResidents can visit for workforce services and help finding employment.
  Call 201-369-5205DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nj.gov

• Library · City office

  Union City Public Library

  1800 Summit Ave., Union City, NJ

  Help here

  • Library programs and resourcesResidents can visit the library for reading resources and public programs.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ucnj.com

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Union City Department of Parks, Public Property & Recreation

  Help here

  • Recreation programs and facilitiesResidents can find recreation programs, pools, parks, playgrounds, and activities for children and adults.
  Call 201-348-5700Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ucnj.com

City of Union City, New Jersey website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Union City

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Hudson County

Union City is in Hudson County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Hudson County Department of Family Services, Division of Welfare

  257 Cornelison Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07302

  Help here

  • Public assistanceApply for food, cash, health, disability, and child care assistance.Apply onlineRead more
  • Emergency assistanceAsk the county about emergency help with basic needs.
  Call 201-420-3000DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hcnj.us

• Local office · City office

  Jersey City WIC Program

  City Hall Annex, 1 Jackson Square, Jersey City, NJ 07305

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportGet nutrition support and food benefits if you are pregnant or have a young child.
  Call 201-547-6842DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nj.gov

• Housing help · City office

  Jersey City Housing Authority

  400 U.S. Highway 1, Marion Gardens Building 7, Jersey City, NJ 07306

  Help here

  • Public housing and rental vouchersApply for public housing or rental assistance when applications are open.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 201-706-4600DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on jerseycityha.org

• Local office · Nonprofit

  NJ 211

  Help here

  • Community service referralsCall or visit NJ 211 to find local help with housing, food, health care, and other needs.Read more
  Call 877-652-1148Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on nj211.org

• Older adults · County office

  Hudson County Division on Aging

  830 Bergen Avenue, Suite 3B, Jersey City, NJ 07306

  Help here

  • Aging and disability servicesGet information and referrals for services for older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers.
  Call 201-369-4313DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nj.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  Hudson One-Stop Career Center

  438 Summit Avenue, 1st Floor, Jersey City, NJ 07306

  Help here

  • Job and career supportGet career counseling, job search help, training information, and resume support.
  Call 201-217-4641DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nj.gov

Everything in Hudson 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.
• 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.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

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