NEW JERSEY
COVID-19 Information Hub
- https://covid19.nj.gov/index.html
Call (General COVID-19 Questions): 2-1-1 (24/7)
Call (Medical COVID-19 Questions): 1-800-962-1253 (24/7)
Text NJCOVID to 898-211 to receive alerts
Which states are on the travel advisory list? Are there travel restrictions to or from New Jersey?
- Information for Travel and Transportation – Contact Tracing
Apple News Spotlight: COVID-19
Fast facts, health tips, and the latest updates from the Apple News editors.
VA releases new COVID Coach mobile app
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced the launch of the COVID Coach app, a new mobile app designed to help both Veterans and civilians cope with feelings of stress and anxiety they may be experiencing during the COVID-19 pandemic.
View the press release
How to Protect Yourself:
- The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has the most up-to-date information on protecting yourself from COVID-19:
View the CDC website
If You Believe You are Sick:
- NJ.gov COVID-19 symptom checker:
Visit website
- Where and How to Get Tested for COVID-19 in NJ – (NJ.gov COVID-19 information page)
Visit website
Supportive Housing Association of NJ Special Announcement: Short-term Rental Assistance
- Governor Murphy and Lieutenant Governor Oliver Announce
Short-Term Rental Assistance Program
Information Specific to Monmouth County:
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COVID-19 Pandemic: Monmouth County Resource Guide (Updated 8/20)
View Guide
Also available at: https://monmouthacts.org/
MonmouthResourceNet
The MonmouthResourceNet is a collaboration between Monmouth ACTS and MonmouthCares, Inc. Monmouth ACTS and provides a wide range of information about support, resources, and services for the residents of Monmouth County, NJ:
http://www.monmouthresourcenet.org/
Food Resources – Monmouth:
Information Specific to Middlesex County:
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Middlesex County Resource Directory
View the Website:
www.middlesexcountynj.gov
Behavioral Health Resources
Mental Health Resources that can be utilized by the community during the COVID-19 outbreak.
View resource
Food Resources – Middlesex:
- This frequently updated list provides information for food resources by town in Middlesex county NJ
View List
Medicare Counseling (SHIP):
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FCS provides remote counseling for SHIP by phone. Please dial 732-728-1331 and leave a message with your name and phone number. An FCS staff member will return your call.
More information is available here: https://fcsmonmouth.org/what-we-do/#medicare-counseling
Information for the Federal Stimulus Package:
https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus
https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/economic-impact-payments-what-you-need-to-know
Utility Assistance Programs:
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Please view this uitility assistance sheet:
Uitility Assistance PDF
This document provides information for programs including:
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• Payment Assistance for Gas and Electric (PAGE) apply online at www.njpoweron.orgcall or call 732-982-8710
• Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) apply online at www.njpoweronline.orgcall 732-982-8710 applications accepted October through July
• Universal Service Fund (USF) Households that apply for LIHEAP will automatically be applying for USF
• Gift of Warmth from New Jersey Natural Gas apply through New Jersey Cares energy assistance programs at www.njshares.org or call 609-883-6364
• SUEZ Cares Program accessed through NJ Shares site
• New Jersey American Water Help To Others (H2O) accessed through NJ Shares site
• Low Income Payment Program (LIPP) accessed through NJ Shares site
• Community Assistance Program (CAP) accessed through Affordable Housing Alliance at
www.housingall.orgcall or call 732-389-2958
• Saint Vincent DePaul Societies are faith-based private programs that may be able to help. Look up your local SVDP
• Calico Cat Emergency Assistance Fund for local residents call 732-671-2304
Assistance with Paying Home Energy Bills:
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NJ Home Energy Assistance Program
This program helps very low-income residents with their heating and cooling bills, and makes provisions for emergency heating system services and emergency fuel assistance. https://www.nj.gov/dca/divisions/dhcr/offices/hea.html
NJPowerOn
Proudly serving New Jersey residents for more than 27 years, the Affordable Housing Alliance is a private, nonprofit 501(c)3 corporation. In addition to providing affordable housing solutions the AHA, working together with different Affiliate Agencies in New Jersey, manages several programs that help those seeking relief in paying their utility bills.
https://njpoweron.org/
Assistance with Paying Rent or Mortgage:
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State Rental Assistance Program
This program provides rental assistance grants. For more information and determine your eligibility, visit: https://www.nj.gov/dca/divisions/dhcr/offices/srap.html
Information on Homeowner and Tenant Rights
Assistance with Domestic Violence:
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180 Turning Lives Around
180 Turning Lives Around empowers survivors and families affected by domestic violence and sexual assault to find the courage and strength to turn their lives around.
https://180nj.org/
Talking to your kids and teens about what’s happening (COVID-19)
Taking Care of Your Behavioral Health:
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Tips for Social Distancing, Quarantine and Isolation During an Infectious Disease Outbreak
View the Guide:
English | Spanish
Community Health Law Project:
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Individuals with disabilities may need legal assistance navigating many issues. View the flyer:
English | Spanish
Undocumented or Uninsured:
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Information from the State Health Department
View PDF
Information for Caregivers
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The Care2Caregivers warmline (800-424-2494) remains open, as do the other lines available through the Rutgers National Call Center:
• Vets2Warriors – 855-838-8255
• NJVet2Vet – 866-838-7654
• Mom2Mom – 877-914-6662
• Cop2Cop – 866-267-2267
• Aid-NJEA – 866-243-6532
• Worker2Worker – 855-327-7482
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – 800-273-8255
• NJ Suicide Prevention Hopeline – 855-654-6735
Additional Links:
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• Instructional videos for caregivers from AARP and Next Step in Care:
https://www.nextstepincare.org/Videos/
• Tips for Caregivers Managing Covid-19:
https://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/doas/documents/Caregiver%20COVID19%20Tips.pdf
• Tips for Dementia Caregivers:
https://www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving/coronavirus-(covid-19)-tips-for-dementia-care
• Resources and Articles for Family Caregivers:
https://www.caregiver.org/coronavirus-covid-19-resources-and-articles-family-caregivers
• NAMI Covid-19 and Mental Illness:
https://www.nami.org/getattachment/About-NAMI/NAMI-News/2020/NAMI-Updates-on-the-Coronavirus/COVID-19-Updated-Guide-1.pdf?lang=en-US
• CDC: Managing Anxiety & Stress (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/managing-stress-anxiety.html)
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/managing-stress-anxiety.html
• Fill Your Prescriptions Early, and for Longer if You Are on Medicaid, PAAD, Senior Gold or ADDP:
https://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/doas/documents/MA-2020-01%20(002)%20COVID-19%20NEWS%20ALERT.pdf
• What do Older Adults and People with Disabilities Need to Know about Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)?:
https://acl.gov/COVID-19
• Medicare and Coronavirus:
https://www.medicare.gov/medicare-coronavirus
• CDC: What Older Adults Need to Know about Covid-19:
https://www.cdc.gov/aging/covid19-guidance.html?deliveryName=DM22660
• What You Need To Know Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TjcoN9Aek24&feature=youtu.be&deliveryName=DM22660
• CDC: If You are at Higher Risk:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/specific-groups/high-risk-complications.html
• AARP: Why Coronavirus Hit Older Adults Hardest:
https://www.aarp.org/health/conditions-treatments/info-2020/coronavirus-severe-seniors.html
• Consumer Reports: How to Avoid Coronavirus Scams:
https://www.consumerreports.org/phishing-vishing/how-to-avoid-coronavirus-phishing-scams/
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