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This page provides links to websites that offer resources to the community. Administration for Children & Families This website has a wide range of topics and information for families; ranging from child abuse and neglect to adoption and foster care.
African Hispanic Immigration Organization (AHIO) AHIO assists people of all nations with issues such as: immigration law and removal proceedings, immigration court representation services, domestic violence and child abuse services, anti-trafficking assistance and citizenship assistance programs, asylees/refugees programs, and legal assistance programs.
American Friends Service Committee American Friends Service Committee is committed to social justice, peace and humanitarian service. They educate people on how to put a stop to problems happening in their community and around the world.
American Red Cross The American Red Cross is an emergency response organization that aids victims of natural disasters, members of the military and their families, and is the largest provider of blood in the U.S. The American Red Cross provides material items and may include feeding, shelter, clean-up kits, comfort kits and financial assistance.
Center for Disease Control and Prevention Helps communities protect their health by providing information on diseases and prevention. The CDCP provides health information on topics such as injury, violence and safety, workplace safety and help, diseases and conditions.
Children's Scholarship Fund (CSF) CSF offers tuition assistance to parents with children attending private school in grades K-8.
Community Food Bank of New Jersey Distributes food and groceries, provided education and training, and has programs to help low-income people meet their basic needs.http://www.njfoodbank.org/
Consumer Product Safety Commission Federal agency that tracks recalled products which can cause harm to community.
Division of Youth & Family Services DYFS is responsible for investigating allegations of child abuse and neglect. If necessary they arrange for the child's protection and the family's treatment. To report suspected child abuse and neglect, please call 1-877-NJ-ABUSE (1-877-652-2873) www.state.nj.us/dcf/divisions/dyfs
El Centro Hispano Americano El Centro Hispano Americano helps immigrants and refugees in New Jersey with legal services, advocacy, social service referral, community education and organizing, and cultural programs.
Elizabethtown and Gas Offer programs that help low-income individuals and families with energy use, such as energy assistance and weatherization programs.
Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society Assist refugees and immigrants by offering protection and help. Services can include trauma counseling, art therapy, legal advice, and humanitarian assistance.
Horizon NJ Health Are your children without health insurance? They don't need to be! The NJ FamilyCare Advantage program offered through Horizon NJ Health can help.
Human Rights First This agency recognizes human rights and the laws that promote human rights. They play an active role in stopping hate crimes and different forms of bias.
Inmate Finder Inmate finder allows the public to get basic information about inmates in NJ correctional facilities. The New Jersey Department of Corrections updates this information on a biweekly basis to ensure that it is complete and accurate as possible. https://www6.state.nj.us/DOC_Inmate/inmatefinder?i=I
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) KIND serves children who are facing the US immigration system alone. They make sure these children are treated fairly and that their rights are protected and respected.
NJ 2-1-1 NJ 2-1-1 can help you find resources in your community like day care facilities, shelters, affordable housing units, social services, employment training programs, senior services, medical insurance, and more.
NJ FamilyCare The State of NJ provides affordable health insurance for children and certain low-income parents/guardians.
NJ Health Link New Jersey HealthLink provides instant-access to valuable health care information. It gives details about health care services and eligibility, as well as contact names and phone numbers. It covers topics such as alcohol services, prescription drugs, nutrition and wellness, transportation services, assisted living and more.
NJ Housing Resource Center NJHRC helps NJ residents to find and list affordable housing. It also helps people with disabilities find housing options, and obtaining housing information and links.
NJ Poison Control NJ Poison Control Center is the state's only poison control center that serves NJ residents through its free 24/7 emergency and information hotline. http://www.njpies.org/
NJ SNAP (Food Stamps) Formerly Food Stamps, NJ SNAP is the new name for the nutrition assistance program to help low-income individuals and families buy the groceries needed to eat healthy.
Prevent Child Abuse NJ Prevent Child Abuse NJ is dedicated to preventing all forms of child abuse. They offer tips for parent (articles/brochures) as well as programs and trainings.
Prevention Links Prevention Links works to educate the community about the effects of drugs, alcohol, and violence. They also have programs geared for elementary, middle and high school students.
Proceed Inc PROCEED provides many services to Union County families which address the following topics: HIV/AIDS, homelessness, unemployment, home repair, utility payment, and substance abuse. Most of the services are free or based on income.
Sex Offender Search New Jersey law authorizes the Division of State Police to make available to the public over the Internet information about certain sex offenders required to register under Megan's Law. www.state.nj.us/njsp/info/reg_sexoffend.html
Shaping NJ This state program aims to promote healthy lifestyles. It does this by educating the public about being physically active, and eating healthy. It also gives information about how to find recreational facilities and nutritious foods where they live, work, learn and play. Its goal is to fight obesity and chronic disease prevention.
Social Security Online Services Get help with retirement, disability, Medicare, survivors, business services, and Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
UCEDC is dedicated to stimulating economic growth for New Jersey small buisness. They provide business loans, techical assistance and offer an Entrepreneurial Training Initiative for those looking to start a business in Union County.
UC First Alert Network Sign-up to receive alerts of major crisis and emergencies in Union County. The UC First Alert Network delivers important emergency alerts, notifications by email account, cell phone, pager and smartphone/PDA. http://www.ucfirstalert.org/index.php?CCheck=1
Union County, New Jersey This website provides local town information on the community, weather, sports, entertainment, shopping, real estate, and rentals.
United Way of Greater Union County United Way of Greater Union County works with local government, businesses, non-profits, faith-based groups and residents to improve community conditions. They are committed to helping children succeed, fostering self-sufficiency, improving health and fostering strong healthy and vibrant families.
Employment Websites
Below are links to websites which list jobs available, help job-seekers find services that will help to overcome barriers to employment and provide resume writing tips.
Career Builder
Career One Stop
Monster
Neighborhood Connection
Job Connection Services
NJ Employment
NJ Jobs
Proceed
Unemployment http://lwd.dol.state.nj.us/labor/ui/ui_index.html
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