Resource Directory
Welcome to Safe+Sound Somerset’s Resource Directory! The Resource Directory is a partial list of the resources available in our community, and is meant to be a starting point to help you identify services and providers. Please note that Safe+Sound Somerset cannot vouch for any of these resources. Search websites, ask for recommendations from friends and peers, and call or email a potential service provider to decide whether or not something is the right fit for you.
This Resource Directory will be updated regularly. S+SS reserves the right to choose which information we will publish.
If your organization would like to add or update a listing, please use this form.
2ndFLOOR Youth Helpline
Helpline and online forum for New Jersey's youth and young adults (10-24)
4-H Hunterdon County
Provides fun, informal, and educational programs for youth grades K-13
4-H of Somerset County
Provides fun, informal, and educational clubs/programs for youth grades K-13
911
Call in case of emergency
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (formerly National Suicide Prevention Lifeline)
Call or live chat on website Free and confidential support for people in distress or their loved ones. Prevention and crisis resources on website
A Center for Change – Hunterdon County location
Counseling and therapy center with multiple northern NJ locations
ACLU of Somerset – Free Legal Clinic at Somerville Public Library
Free, popular legal clinic with a volunteer, who provides basic legal info or initial direction on a legal problem
Adult Day Center of Somerset County
Day care services for seniors
Affordable Homes New Jersey Website at Community Grants, Planning & Housing (CGP&H)
Website providing links by county to affordable housing. Run by CGP&H, NJ Department of Community Affairs approved Affordable Housing Administrative Agent. This organization is dedicated to assisting very low, low, and moderate income households find affordable housing in a fair and respectful manner.
Agape House
Emergency housing and case management for single adults and families with children
Alternatives, Inc.
Services for people with disabilities (intellectual and developmental) and mental illness
Alternatives, Inc. – Non-emergency Housing Services
Non-emergency housing for houseless individuals - Somerset County only
Anderson House for Women, by Turning Point NJ
Long-term care program for women recovering from substance use and mental health disorders
ARC of Hunterdon County
Local services for people with disabilities, families, and caregivers
Arc of Somerset County
Local services for people with disabilities, families, and caregivers
Babs Sipersetein PROUD Center at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset
Specialized primary care services for the LGBTQ+ community
Behavior Therapy Associates
Counseling center and support for youth and those with disabilities; groups available
Benefits.gov
Online resource to find federal benefits you may qualify for.
Better Life Behavioral Health Care, LLC
Private counselor
Betty and Arthur Roswell Counseling Center at Jewish Family Service
NJ State licensed community mental health outpatient provider.
Blueprint Mental Health
Child and teen counseling center, individual and groups
Bonnie Brae
Residential school and therapeutic community for NJ boys in crisis, ages 12-21
Brain Injury Alliance of NJ
Support, advocacy, care management, and info for those impacted by Brain Injury
Breath of Life Counseling – Somerset Location
Counseling center for teens (12+) and adults
Bridgewater YMCA Little Free Pantry
Little free pantry to take or leave anything.
Bridgeway Psychiatric Emergency Screening Services (PESS)
For Somerset County residents - mobile mental health urgent care, crisis intervention, and stabilization services
Brightside Family Services
In home counseling for children, teens, and families
Butterfly Effect Counseling Services
Private counselor
Buy Nothing Group – Somerville
Local Facebook giving network - Somerville area only
Buy Nothing Group- Montgomery/Rocky Hill
Local Facebook giving network - Montgomery and Rocky Hill only
Calm and Sense Therapy – Watchung Branch
Counseling Center for youth, adult, seniors - groups available
Cambridge Recovery Sober Living
Male-only, age 18+ recovery transitional home with supportive services.
Camden Center for Law and Social Justice (CCLSJ)
Has Bilingual Staff Has Income Guidelines The immigration staff has minimal fees and clients are expected to pay costs and filing fees. Counties Serviced: Camden
CAMHOP-NJ (Chinese American Mental Health Outreach Program)
Support groups and free services serving immigrant families of Chinese origin affected by mental illness
Caring Contact Hotline
Volunteer-staffed caring and crisis hotline, providing support on mental health
Caring Family Community Services
Majority in-home services for youth with emotional and behavioral challenges, and autism
Carrier Clinic
Substance use services for teens and adults
Casa Esperanza
Legal services for the immigrant community
Catholic Charities – Bridgewater Family Service Center
Variety of services for families, youth, and individuals
Catholic Charities – Immigration Services
Variety of services for immigrants and their families
CDC Suicide Prevention website
Information and prevention strategies for suicide
Center for Discovery – Bridgewater Location
Outpatient eating disorder facility
Center for Educational Advancement – Employment Services
Job training and related services for young people with disabilities
Center for Great Expectations
Services for families and individuals, impacted by trauma
Center for Hope and Safety
Language Line Available Bilingual Staff Income Guidelines No income guidelines for FROs; income limits apply for representation in custody and divorce cases. Counties Serviced: Bergen
Center for Intrapersonal Wellness, LLC
Counseling and therapy center
Center for Psychological Services of Somerset County, LLC
Counseling center, groups available
CenterPiece Counseling
Counseling center for teens and adults
Central Jersey Community Development Cooperation
Community services for low to moderate income county residents
Central Jersey Family Health Consortium
Wide range of services to improve the health of women of childbearing age, infants, and children; virtual support groups and webinars
Central Jersey Housing Resource Center
Provides services for low- and moderate-income families covering Homebuyer Education, foreclosure and delinquency counseling, and financial literacy.
Central Jersey Legal Services
Income Guidelines Bilingual Staff Counties Serviced: Union, Middlesex, Mercer
Central Jersey Psychotherapy, LLC
Private counselor ages 11+, specializing in immigrant and Spanish-speaking populations; women's groups avail.
Child Health Clinics sponsored by Community Visiting Nurses Association
Free clinics for Somerset County residents that provide well baby check-ups and immunizations for young children
Children’s System of Care Hotline
Info on services for children and teens with emotional and behavioral health care challenges, and their families
Christian Wellness Center of NJ
Christian-focused counseling center
Clear Conscience Counseling, LLC
Mental health and substance use treatment
Coalition Against Rape and Abuse (CARA)
Language Line Available Bilingual Staff Divorce (Consultation Only) Counties Serviced: Cape May
Cognicare Psychological Services, LLC
Mental health and therapy center with social justice perspective
Community Child Care Solutions – Somerset County Office
Connecting families to childcare resources and parent education
Community Health Law Project
Bilingual Staff Income Guidelines Counties Serviced: Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Essex, Hudson, Mercer, Monmouth, Ocean, Union
Community Health Law Project – Central Jersey Office
Provides legal advocacy, training, and education for low income people with disabilities and the elderly
Community in Crisis
Local substance use recovery support services and prevention education
Community Options – Somerset County Office
Housing services and employment services for people with disabilities/caregivers
Consulting and Municipal Engineers (CME)
Once clients have applied for certain affordable housing options (Brookhaven/Sunnymeade, Hillsborough Village), Patricia Gallagher will reach out about waitlist or if they've been awarded housing
Cooperative Counseling Services – In Home Therapy for Youth
In-home services available through private pay and orgs - see referral column
Cooperative Counseling Services – Middlesex Location
Counseling center for youth, teens, and adult caregivers
Cooperative Housing Corporation
Housing services for seniors and subsidized housing available for those who qualify.
Corner House Behaviorial Health
Substance use treatment and prevention center
Counseling and Coaching for Women: Amy Beth Acker, LCSW
Counseling and groups for women
Counseling and Consulting NJ – Somerville Location
Counseling Center for youth, adult, seniors - groups available
Counseling: Mindy Klein, LPC
Private counselor for ages 16+
Counseling: Alan J. Giordano, LCSW
Private counselor for preteens, teens, and adults
Counseling: Debra Sime Kilgariff
Private counselor - teens and adults
Counseling: Douglas Haymaker Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist
Private counselor
Counseling: Elizabeth Arboleda, LPC
Private counselor specializing in women and youth
Counseling: Gwen Bloom
Private counselor for teens and adults
Counseling: Heidi Smith, LCSW
Private counselor
Counseling: Joan M. Dawson, LCSW
Private counselor
Counseling: Marion Rollings, Ph.D.
Private counselor, also with Hillsborough location
Counseling: Mary Jo Lamb, APN-C
Private counselor and psychiactric nurse pracitioner for adults and teens
Counseling: Matthew J. Sable, LPC
Private counselor
Counseling: Nancy J. Ashworth MSW, LLC
Private counselor
Counseling: Noemi Bolton
Private counselor, offers groups
Counseling: Shari Weinglass, LCSW
Private counselor
Covenant House New Jersey
Support for who are homeless and trafficked youth, between 18-21. New Jersey wide
COVID information from CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
CDC Coronavirus main page
Creative Flow Therapy
Creative arts therapy center
DCW Therapy
Private counselor focused on teens and adults
Delta Community Supports
Programs and support for people with disabilities and their families
Disability Rights New Jersey (DRNJ)
Contact for concerns about abuse of people with disabilities, plus services info and training.
Disaster Distress Helpline by SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration)
Crisis counseling for people in emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster
Discovery Institute – New Jersey Detox and Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation center with individual and family services
Division of Developmental Disabilities
State services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Employment assistance for people who are blind, visually impaired, or deaf-blind
Dress for Success Northern NJ
Business clothing and (currently virtual) career development for clients actively seeking employment or recently employed
Easterseals New Jersey
Services for people with disabilities
Edge NJ Pride Center
Social services for the LGBTQ+ and HIV+ communities
Edge NJ/CAN Wellness Center
Medical and psychiactric care for the LGBTQ+ and HIV+ communities
El Centro Hispanoamericano
Services for immigrants and refugees - primarily the Central NJ Spanish-speaking community
Emergency Food Pantry at SHIP Inc. (Samaritan Homeless Interim Program)
Food pantry for houseless individuals - clients of SHIP
Empower Somerset
Services and programs with focus on substance misuse prevention
Essex Newark Legal Services
Bilingual Staff Income Guidelines Counties Serviced: Essex
Everas Community Services, Inc.
Programs and support for people with disabilities and their families
Family & Community Services of Somerset
Mental health and substance abuse services
Family Center for Change, LLC
Counseling center
Family Crisis Intervention Unit
Crisis intervention services for children and families in crisis
Family Health Line from NJ Department of Health
Information and referrals for health screening and treatment including reproductive health and pregnancy, vaccines, cancer, etc.
Family Helpline
Volunteers of Parents Anonymous provide supportive listening about parenting, and resource
Family Support Center at Prevention Resources, Inc.
Confidential family support for those who have a loved one with substance abuse disorder
Feeding Hands, Inc. – Main Pantry/Bridgewater
Food Pantry Updated 8/5/22: Serving guests from Somerset County (excluding Franklin Twsp - See Franklin Food Bank) and following towns in Middlesex Cty: Middlesex, Dunellen, Piscataway, and South Plainfield
Feeding Hands, Inc. – Manville
Food Pantry
First Step Counseling of Raritan Valley
Couseling center run by North Branch Reformed Church
First-Time Homebuyer, Rental & Foreclosure Counseling – NJ Citizen Action
HUD-Certified Housing Counseling Service provides free one-on-one counseling in English and Spanish to low- and moderate-income first-time homebuyers seeking to purchase a home in New Jersey, along with providing foreclosure prevention counseling for homeowners who are struggling financially and are at risk of foreclosure. Also webinars available
Flemington Area Food Pantry – Hunterdon Residents Only
Hunterdon County residents only - food pantry
Food Bank Network of Somerset County: Bound Brook location
Food bank open to all Somerset County residents. Please call ahead before arriving to confirm days and times of food distribution. Updates Facebook often: https://www.facebook.com/The-Food-Bank-Network-of-Somerset-County-127492520658271
Food Bank Network of Somerset County: Main Pantry
Food bank open to all Somerset County residents, plus basic hygiene products
Food Bank Network of Somerset County: North Plainfield Location
Food bank open to all Somerset County residents. Please call ahead before arriving to confirm days and times of food distribution. Updates Facebook often: https://www.facebook.com/The-Food-Bank-Network-of-Somerset-County-127492520658271
Food Bank Network of Somerset County: Somerville Location
Food bank open to all Somerset County residents. Please call ahead before arriving to confirm days and times of food distribution. Updates Facebook often: https://www.facebook.com/The-Food-Bank-Network-of-Somerset-County-127492520658271
Franklin Food Bank
Food bank open to Franklin Twp. residents only - giving fixed bags during COVID-19, up to 2x a month Updated 11/29/22: By appointment only Mon.-Thurs., Sat. -Individuals and families in need of longer-term support are encouraged to call 732-246-0009 and press 110 to schedule appt. - leave msg. with name and phone number. Staff will call you back to schedule appt. -Additional: The first Wednesday of EVERY month is Community Distribution day! No appointments, you don’t have to live in Franklin to access services and it is first come first served until supplies last! This is a drive through program. (Walk-ups welcome too) Please have an empty trunk ready for us! Community Relations Bureau Building 935 Hamilton Street Somerset, NJ 08873
Franklin’s Grace Resource Center
Central hub of professional and community resources for Franklin Twp. residents
GED.com
Info and scheduling to take the GED (high school equivilancy diploma), in person or online
Gemini Counseling Center
Counseling center
GenPsych – Bridgewater location
Mental health and substance use treatment provider
Giving Network
All-volunteer organization that recycles excess household items to be donated and delivered to Somerset County residents
Goodwill – Bound Brook, NJ
Local Goodwill store with low cost clothing, furniture, decor, etc.
Greater Raritan One Stop Career Center – Hunterdon County Office
Career Center with supportive, specialized services for different populations
Greater Raritan One Stop Career Center – Somerset County Office
Career Center with supportive, specialized services for different populations
Greater Somerset County YMCA
Wide range of services across 6 locations beyond health/fitness
GrowNJKids.gov
Website with a detailed search for childcare providers
Growth and Empowerment
Counseling center for children, teens, and adults - groups available - specializing in LGBTQ+ community
Habitat for Humanity – Raritan Valley
Offers homes to low and medium income level families, plus homeownership classes.
Harvest Family Success Center – For Hunterdon Residents
Family activities, workshops, and individual assistance for Hunterdon County residents
Healing Through Play Therapy
Therapy center focused on children (2-10) and parents/play therapy
Healthy Women, Healthy Families at Central Jersey Family Health Consortium
Connecting parents/caregivers and parents to health and educational resources, and Community Health Workers
High Focus Centers – Branchburg location
Mental health and substance use treatment center -specializing in teens and adults
High Point Partial Care/DAS Program LLC
Mental health and substance use treatment and recovery center
Hillsborough CAN Food Pantry (Community Assistance Network)
Hillsborough residents only - temporary food assistance.
Hillsborough Freecycle
Free local, online giving community (Hillsborough)
Hillsborough Neuropsych
Counseling and neuropsychological testing
Hispanic Family Service Center
Culturally Specific Organization Counties Serviced: Statewide
HiTOPS
Support groups for LGBTQ+ youth and youth-informed sex education for NJ youth
Holistic Health Counseling Center
We provide Counseling, Psychotherapy and Art Therapy to adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families. Using a holistic approach to mental health and a client-centered approach to counseling, we use a wide range of therapeutic techniques and interventions to help you overcome the issues that brought you to therapy. We also offer other Mind Body Wellness Services. Massage Therapy, Meditation and Mindfulness instruction, and more.
HOME of Somerset County, Inc.
Serves homeless families with children including emergency shelter
Homeless Hotline/S.O.S. – Board of Social Services
Short-term financial assistance for obtaining immediate housing for houseless individuals
HomeSharing, Inc.
Helps pair people to share a home and save on costs.
Hope Street: A Holistic Healing Community
Mental health and substance abuse treatment center, groups available
HOPES Community Action Partnership, Inc.
Variety of community services for 3 counties including Somerset. Free assistance for income-eligible residents. Health enrollment insurance, senior benefits enrollment, info and assistance, language translation services, health screenings and referrals, energy and water payment assistance, discount cell phone program (SafeLink), childcare.
Horizon Care Center, LLC
Private counselor
Hunterdon Behavioral Health
Mental health and substance abuse treatment center for teens and adults
Hunterdon County Freecycle
Free local, online giving community (Hunterdon County)
Hunterdon County LINK
Hunterdon County shared public transportation including dialysis treatment
Hunterdon Healthcare – LGBTQIA services
Hunterdon Health welcomes Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, and Asexual (LGBTQIA) patients and families. The Hunterdon Health network consists of nearly 400 physicians in Hunterdon, Somerset, Mercer, Warren and Morris counties. Many have expertise in LGBTQ+ health and welcome new patients. Website has info with more resources
Hunterdon Helpline
Local helpline for Hunterdon residents
Hyacinth – Plainfield Location
Services for people with HIV/AIDs, and supports for the LGBTQ+ community
Improved Pregnancy Outcome Program – Hunterdon County
Free services for pregnant Hunterdon County residents - see online brochure for eligibility
Inner Light Counseling
Private counseling center
Institute for Family Services, Inc.
Liberation-based counseling for individuals and families
JBWS – For Morris County Residents
Domestic violence services free of charge for Morris County residents (survivors and witnesses)
Jewish Family Service of Somerset, Hunterdon, and Warren Counties
Variety of services for the whole community
Justia – Lawyer Directory
Lawyer directory, including pro bono and low cost. International service.
Kwenyan and Associates
Counseling center and various psychiatric assessment services - transportation avail.
Legal Services of New Jersey
Divorce (Consultation Only) Counties Serviced: Statewide
Legal Services of New Jersey – PROTECT Anti-Human Trafficking Project
Assists adult and minor survivors of labor and sex trafficking throughout NJ regardless of immigration status. Counties Serviced: Statewide
Legal Services of New Jersey Hotline
Hotline that provides legal advice, information, and referral to low-income NJ residents in civil legal matters
Legal Services of Northwest Jersey
Divorce (Consultation Only) LSNWJ provides free civil legal services to people with limited income, seniors, and people affected by HIV/AIDS. Intakes are over the phone, approximately 20 minutes. Counties Serviced: Hunterdon, Morris, Somerset, Sussex, Warren
Legal Services of Northwest NJ (LSNWNJ)
Private nonprofit law firm providing free legal services to people with limited income, seniors, and people affected by HIV/AIDS
Life Perspectives Counseling Services
Private counselor
Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County
Free English conversation groups, tutoring, U.S. Citizenship preparation classes
Loving Care Home at Visions and Pathways
Houses 5 females 18 or over
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), Universal Service Fund (USF) and Weatherization
Financial assistance - heating, cooling, natural gas, electric, energy efficiency. Check application for eligibility
Manavi
Culturally Specific Organization Consultations free; small fee may apply for representation. Counties Serviced: Statewide
Manavi for South Asian Women
Domestic and sexual violence services free of charge for South Asian women
Mane Stream
Equine/horse assisted therapy services
Martin Luther King Youth Center, Inc.
Afterschool, tutoring, and summer camp for Bound Brook and S. BB, Manville, Hillsborough, Somerville, and Bridgewater
Middle Earth
Services for youth in Bound Brook, Franklin, Manville
Mindful Life Therapy, LLC
Counseling center
Mindspring Wellness Counseling, LLC: Sonja Malcolm
Private counselor serving NJ residents virtually
Moms Helping Moms
Providing low income families with essential baby items - especially diapers.
Montgomery Food Pantry
Montgomery residents only - food pantry
Mountain View Counseling: Michelle Badger, LPC
Private Counselor for ages 4+
My Neighbor’s Boutique at Zarephath Christian Church
Affordable clothing shop - infant to adult plus size
My Neighbor’s Pantry at Zarephath Christian Church
Food pantry serving families who are low income and/or facing crisis
NAMI NJ Family African American Community Together NOW Support Group – Central Region
For African American families affected by mental illness.
NAMI NJ LGBTQ+ Connection Recovery Support Group
Support group for adults (18+) in the LGBTQ+ community to discuss mental health and LGBTQ+ topics
NAMI Somerset, NJ – Family Programs
Free programs for caregivers and people with family members who have mental illnesses
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Helpline
Providing support and local resources on mental health
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) NJ
Online weekly support groups for people affected by mental illness and their families
National Center for Missing & Exploited Children
Helps find missing children
National Deaf Domestic Violence Hotline
The 24/7 National Deaf Domestic Violence Hotline offers safe, confidential advocacy services for Deaf survivors and service providers through email, live chat, and video phone
National Domestic Violence Hotline
A 24/7 call or text national hotline and website with articles, info, and safety planning tools
National Sexual Assault Hotline
Supportive listening and crisis support for people who have experienced sexual violence, or their loved ones
New Jersey Coalition Against Human Trafficking
Website providing information, awareness, survivor resources, and speakers about human trafficking.
New Jersey Coalition to End Domestic Violence
24/7 New Jersey Domestic Violence (DV) helpline. Find a list of your local county's organization at https://njcedv.org/services/
New Jersey Hopeline
Free and confidential support for people in distress (phone, chat, text, or email). Prevention and crisis resources on website
New Jersey Psychotherapy Counseling Center
Counseling and medication management, groups available
New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
A website to find self-help groups
NJ Alcoholics Anonymous/Alateen
Support groups with 12 step program
NJ Career Connections
Job search, placement, and free job training workshops for all NJ residents
NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome
Educational webinars, trainings, and support of families and individuals with Tourette Syndrome
NJ Child Abuse/Neglect Hotline
Call to report child abuse or neglect. All adults over 18 are mandated reporters
NJ Connect for Recovery
Helpline for family and friends coping with a loved one's substance use disorder
NJ Coronavirus Call Center
Hotline for COVID questions
NJ Division on Civil Rights
File a complaint as the victim of discrimination or bias-based harassment in employment, housing, or public accommodations
NJ Domestic Violence Legal Helpline by NJ Coalition to End Domestic Violence(NJCEDV)
Legal information and resources for victims and survivors regarding domestic violence issues.
NJ FamilyCare
Info for people without employer insurance - affordable health care through state
NJ Hope and Healing
Crisis counseling program for people affected by COVID-19
NJ Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency
Provides funding for affordable home ownership and housing opportunities
NJ Housing Choice Voucher Program
See this website for current information about rental assistance, Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program, and related programs.
NJ IME Addictions Access Center
24/7 assistance and referral to treatment for substance use
NJ Landlord and Tenant Information
Website with information from the state of New Jersey. Includes laws and forms.
NJ Mental Health Cares
Free, confidential mental health information and referral
NJ Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Hotline
Info about the SNAP program
NJ Traumatic Brain Injury Fund
Services and support for people with TBIs.
Northeast New Jersey Legal Services
Divorce (Clinic) Counties Serviced: Bergen, Hudson, Passaic
NORWESCAP
Variety of services for low-income residents of Northwest NJ, including Somerset County (but not food bank)
NORWESCAP Career and Life Transitions Center for Women – Hunterdon County ocation
Supports women and displaced homemakers re-entering the workforce
NORWESCAP Career and Life Transitions Center for Women – Somerset County Location
Supports women and displaced homemakers re-entering the workforce
NORWESCAP Woman, Infants, and Children (WIC) -Somerset County Center
Parents can apply - provides food for women, infants and children up to age 5 with additional supportive health services.
Oasis Biblical Counseling Center – Whitehouse Station location
Christian-focused counseling center affiliated with local churches
Office of Public Defender
Court-appointed attorney for those charged with a crime who can't afford private attorneys
Open Cupboard Food Pantry – Hunterdon Residents Only
Hunterdon County residents only - food pantry
Open Cupboard Thrift Shop
Thrift store for anyone connected to food pantry for Hunterdon residents
OPTIONS Batterer’s Intervention Program for Men and Women at Richard Hall Community Health and Wellness Center
26 week psycho-educational group for those seeking to end abuse to their partners
Papa Ganache Project, LLC – Strengths Development Program
Alternative (vegan bakery) and traditional therapy/supports - focus on youth- some in-home
Parent and Pregnancy Virtual Support Groups – Central Jersey Family Health Consortium
Support groups change periodically -check website or call for current groups and access information.
Partners
Counties Serviced: Essex, Hudson, Middlesex, Passaic, Union
Peapack Reformed Church Food Pantry
Somerset Hills residents only - food pantry
PerformCare
Connection to health services for youth & families
Perspectives Counseling Group, LLC
Counseling center
Pete’s Place at Central Jersey Family Health Consortium
Essential items for pregnant women and children under 5
Piazza and Associates, Inc.
Online search, provider and liaison for affordable housing for 12 NJ counties
Pioneer Family Success Center
Free activities and connection to resources for families and youth
Plainfield Freecycle
Free local, online giving community (Plainfield area)
Planned Parenthood – Flemington Center
Affordable health services for adults and teens of all genders, including birth control
Planned Parenthood – New Brunswick Center
Affordable health services for adults and teens of all genders, including birth control
Practical Insights LLC
Private in home counseling including animal assisted therapy
Practical Therapy Network, LLC
Counseling and therapy center
Pride Center of NJ
Support and services for LBGTQ+ people in NJ
Progressive Center for Independent Living – Hunterdon Location
Local services for people with disabilities and their families
Prosperity at Visions and Pathways
Home visitation program for youth 14-21, focus on teens ageing out of foster care
Rachel Coalition/JFS Metrowest
Counties Serviced: Essex, Hudson, Morris, Sussex, Union
Raritan Food Pantry
Food pantry for the Raritan community. Clients can visit 1x a week, but call main number if looking for 2x.
ReachNJ
Live, trained addiction experts offer counseling and treatment connections. Also for friends and family
Reformed Church of Bound Brook Food Pantry
Food pantry for residents of Bound Brook & South BB. Take out only.
RESPECT Batterer’s Intervention at Family & Community Services
Group for those seeking to end abuse to their partners
Richard Hall Community Mental Health Center
Somerset County's mental health center
RideWise
Transportation updates, educational information on safe and environmentally-friendly travel
Robert Wood Johnson Diabetes Center at Somerset
Individualized programs and education for self-management of diabetes
Robert Wood Johnson Univeristy Hospital at Somerset – Maternity Pavillion
Free childbirth education classes
Rogers Behavioral Health – Philadelphia branch
Mental health and addiction treatment center
Rutgers – Domestic Violence Clinic
The Clinic accepts a limited number of cases during the academic year (mid-August to April). DV Project Helpline is for legal advocacy ONLY for Camden County. Counties Serviced: Camden, Gloucester, Cumberland, Burlington, Salem
Rutgers – Domestic Violence Helpline
Statewide helpline to give information and referrals about the legal domestic violence process. Counties Serviced: Statewide
Rutgers Law Associates
Discrimination - any area arising from, or reasonably related to victimization If prospective client is not VCCO-eligible, the hourly rate is $60 – retainer ($2,500-$5,000) may be required. Email is the preferred method. The intake team should be in direct contact via email within 24-48 hours to set up an intake call. RLA has the capacity to handle 50-100 FRO cases and related representation each year. Counties: Statewide
Safe Harbor – For Hunterdon County Residents
Services for families experiencing separation/divorce, and programs to work with those experiencing violence
Safe Haven Infant Protection Hotline
Distressed parents who wish to give up an unwanted infant anonymously, with no fear of arrest or prosecution, can call this hotline
Safe in Hunterdon – For Hunterdon County Residents
Domestic and sexual violence services free of charge for Hunterdon County residents (survivors and witnesses)
Safe+Sound Somerset
Domestic and sexual violence services free of charge for Somerset County residents (survivors and witnesses)
Salvation Army (formerly in Bound Brook)
Food bank open to all Somerset County residents. Also offering diaper bank and other services
SHIP (Samaritan Homeless Interim Program)
Wide range of services for houseless individuals
SHIP, Inc. Galley – Soup Kitchen
Soup kitchen for all
SHIP, Inc. Mobile Soup Kitchen – North Plainfield, Somerville, and Manville
Dinners offered in different places - see website for schedule
Simuel Whitfield Simmons Organization
Community services for families and youth
SNAP-Ed at Zufall Health
Free educational classes on making healthy food choices on a limited budget, and incorporating physical activity
Soldier On
Services for veterans at risk of being homeless (covers several states)
Somerset Children’s Center
Services and therapy for children with disabilities
Somerset Community Action Program
Services for low to moderate income individuals
Somerset County Bar Association
Online and by phone lawyer referral service
Somerset County Community Development
Providing info/resources to social services and community partners
Somerset County Court House – Family Division/Domestic Violence
Main contact info for Family Division at court house
Somerset County Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)
Support groups for those affected by mood disorders, including family and friends
Somerset County Hope and Healing at Richard Hall Community Health and Wellness Center
During COVID, provides virtual emotional support services to Somerset County residents and employees Community education on disaster reactions and recovery, Coping skills for managing stress, Psychoeducation support groups, Information & community referrals.
Somerset County Library System
Variety of services beyond books/materials, including notary, ESL, citizenship, groups, jobs, etc.
Somerset County Medical Transportation
Transportation to Medicaid providers for Medicaid-elegible Somerset County residents
Somerset County Office of Youth Services
24 hour response youth intervention; counseling for youth and families in crisis
Somerset County Office on Aging and Disabilities
Wide range of services for seniors and caregiving families.
Somerset County Social Services
Main hub for county public assistance (includes TANF, Work First, EITC, SNAP)
Somerset County Social Services – Central Office
Main hub for county public assistance (includes TANF, Work First, EITC, SNAP)
Somerset Treatment Services
Recovery center and prevention services for people with substance use disorders and HIV/AIDS-related illnesses.
Somerville Freecycle
Free local, online giving community (Somerville)
Somerville YMCA Emergency Food Boxes
During COVID, first come first serve boxes of food are given out. 5 days of shelf-stable food for 1 person, family packs avail.
Somerville YMCA Little Free Pantry
Little free pantry available to all to take or leave something.
South Jersey Legal Services
Wills, Power of Attorneys, Healthcare Directives (Living Wills) for Senior Citizens ages 60 and over and for disabled individuals. Counties Serviced: Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Monmouth, Ocean, Salem
SPAN – Statewide Parent Advocacy Network
Workshops and support for parents of youth with and without disabilities
Start Your Recovery – substance use resource
Website with information on substance use disorders and treatment options, including assistance with finding support.
STOPIT App
App used to anonymously report incidents to Somerset County law enforcement.
Strategic Living, LLC
Counseling center, groups available
Stress Management Counseling Center, LLC
Counseling center for children, teens, and adults
Strides in Psychotherapy, P.C. – Somerset location
Counseling center
StrongHearts Native Helpline
Culturally-appropriate domestic and sexual violence helpline for Native Americans.
Support Groups at Family Support Organization of Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren
Workshops and support for parents and families with children who have emotional/behavioral challenges
The Arc of New Jersey Family Institute
Education and supports for caregivers of children/adults with disabilities
The Clothes Closet at St. John’s Episcopal Church
Features gently-used, low cost clothing, shoes, and accessories for men, women, and children
The Counseling Center at Middlesex
Mental health and substance use treatment center - teens and adults, and groups
The Counseling Corner
Counseling center for teens and adults
The Learning Gate
Childcare in Raritan
The Network/La Red Helpline
Survivor-led organization to end partner abuse. Provides confidential emotional support, information, referrals, safety planning, and crisis intervention for lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer and/or transgender (LGBTQ+) folks, as well as folks in kink and polyamorous communities who are being abused or have been abused by a partner.
The Office of New Americans and resource packets
Office and website listing services and supports for newly arrived immigrants. See links below for resource packets with additional information: English: https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/njnewamericans/newcomers/docs/Welcome-Booklet_en2.pdf Spanish: https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/njnewamericans/newcomers/docs/Welcome-Booklet_sp2.pdf
The Peer Recovery WarmLine – Mental Health Association of NJ
Peer-run hotline for individuals experiencing mental health issues
The SWEET Network
Counseling center with focus on women of color
The Trevor Project for Youth
Support for LGBTQ youth in crisis, feeling suicidal or in need of supportive listening
Total Clarity Counseling
Private counselor specializing in holistic therapy
Transcend Counseling and Wellness
Holistic approach - counseling center focused on teens and adults
Tri-County ResourceNet
Updated often - Online resource directory for Somerset, Hunterdon, and Warren Counties
Unemployment Services of NJ website
Website with various information to file for unemployment and apply for jobs
United Way Of Northern Jersey
Resources and services for people impacted by crises - to meet basic needs
University Behavioral Health Care – Piscataway location (Rutgers Health)
Psychiatric services for youth and adults
Veterans Haven North
Transitional home for houseless veterans
Vets4Warriors
Peer-to-peer support for military members and veterans
Victim Connect Helpline
National helpline where crime victims can learn about their rights and options confidentially and compassionately. Also includes website with information and resources. Operated by National Center for Victims of Crime.
Victim Witness
Provides crime victims with information about the criminal justice process, rights, case status info and support services
Victim’s Crime Compensation
Victims of crimes and their families can apply for compensation
Visions and Pathways
Services for runaway and abused youth, focus on housing, life skills, and crisis intervention
Volunteer Lawyers for Justice
Free legal information sessions: https://www.vljnj.org/know-your-rights Counties Serviced: Essex
Wafa House
Culturally Specific Organization ONLY CONSULTATIONS ARE AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME Free legal information sessions: https://www.vljnj.org/know-your-rights Counties Serviced: Statewide
Wellsprings Counseling Center, LLC
Counseling center, including COVID-19 support groups
Whole Peace, LLC
Private counselor
Womanspace – For Mercer County Residents
Domestic and sexual violence services free of charge for Mercer County residents (survivors and witnesses)
Women Aware – For Middlesex County Residents
Domestic violence services free of charge for Middlesex County residents (survivors and witnesses)
Womens’ Referral Central Hotline
Provides information and referrals to NJ women in areas including discrimination, housing, displaced homemakers, divorce, and violence.
WomensLaw.org Email Hotline
Provides legal info, referrals and emotional support
Youth Employment Services (YES) – Hunterdon County Youth
Assistance and coaching for jobs, schooling for individuals ages 16-24 experiencing specific challenges
Youth Employment Services (YES) – Somerset County
Assistance and coaching for jobs, schooling for individuals ages 16-24 experiencing specific challenges
Youth Partnership at Family Support Organization of Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren
Weekly meetings and activities for youth 13-21 years old with emotional, mental health, or behavioral challenges
YWCA Union County – For Union County Residents
Domestic violence services free of charge for Union County residents (survivors and witnesses)
Zufall Health
Provides quality and affordable primary medical and dental care, as well as cancer screenings, dental, etc.
Zufall Health Enrollment Hotline
Assistance with enrollment in NJ Family Care (Medicaid) and qualified health plans through NJ Health Insurance Marketplace