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. Safe+Sound reserves the right to choose which information we will publish.
911
Call in case of emergency
Allies, Inc.
Crisis services for mental health, and wide range of services for disabled children and adults. Dedicated to providing housing, healthcare, meaningful employment, and recreational opportunities
Babs Siperstein PROUD Center at RWJ University Hospital Somerset
Specialized primary care services for the LGBTQIA+ community 18+. Shares campus with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. Includes support group virtual - every 3rd Wed. of the month at 7 pm. Must call or email to preregister
Board of Social Services – Central Office (Somerset County)
Various social services, see website or call for more information
Board of Social Services – Field Office 1 (Somerset County)
Various social services, see website or call for more information
Board of Social Services – Field Office 2 (Somerset County)
Various social services, see website or call for more information
Brain Injury Alliance of NJ
Support, advocacy, care management, and info for those impacted by Brain Injury. The Helpline is not intended to replace professional and/or medical advice.
CDC Info Line
Call if you wish to consult an information specialist to discuss questions about HIV, Viral Hepatitis, STDs, TB, or HIV testing sites,
Center for Discovery – Bridgewater Location
Outpatient eating disorder facility - all genders, ages 10+
Child Health Clinics sponsored by Community Visiting Nurses Association
Free clinics for Somerset County residents that provide well baby check-ups and immunizations for babies, toddlers, and children who attend school 18 and under. Families without health insurance can access this service. Check website for town restrictions.
COVID information from CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
CDC Coronavirus main page
East Orange VA Medical Center
Focus on veterans - hospital provides primary care and specialty health services, including skin care (dermatology), dental care, digestive care (gastroenterology), cardiology, eye health and vision care (ophthalmology and optometry), and more.
Edge NJ Pride Center
Social services for the LGBTQ+ and HIV+ communities
Edge NJ/CAN Community Health
Medical and psychiatric care for the LGBTQ+ and HIV+ communities
Faith Family Health Care
Primary healthcare provider - services in English and Spanish
Family Connects NJ
Free service - nurses will conduct home visits to support parents. They will assess the health of both the parents and the newborn and offer valuable information during this important transition. Covered areas can include feeding and sleeping tips, connecting parents to helpful resources in their community, or assisting families recovering from the tragedy of stillbirth. Services are available to birth, adoptive, and resource families with a newborn as well as parents experiencing a stillbirth or loss of their newborn.
Family Connects NJ
Free program offering at-home visit by specially trained nurses for any family caring for a newborn baby. Assistance with physical and emotional health of newborn and parents. Available to birth, adoptive, and resource families with newborns as well as those experiences stillbirth or loss. Will be for all NJ families - currently open to Essex, Middlesex, Mercer, Cumbersland, and Gloucester counties (as of Jan. 2024).
Family Health Line from NJ Department of Health
Information and referrals for health screening and treatment including reproductive health and pregnancy, vaccines, cancer, etc.
Garden State Community Outreach Program
Connects residents with cost-saving programs.. The site helps residents understand which of the following programs they are eligible for and helps them apply: Psychiatric Advance Directives, WorkFirstNJ, NJ Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (NJSNAP), MyNJHelps, NJABLE, Family Connects NJ, NJ FamilyCare,NJSave, Winter Termination Program (WTP), Payment Assistance for Gas and Electric, Lifeline Program, Comfort Partners Program, Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), NJFinLit, NJ Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), NJ Child Tax Credit (CTC), Senior Freeze (property tax reimbursement).The site also shares information about critical supports and navigators, including: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline; Connecting NJ; ReachNJ; and StopOverdosesNJ.
Goryeb Children’s Hospital Transgender Health Program
The Pediatric Endocrinology team has extensive experience working with transgender and gender diverse youth (TGD). They provide extensive consultation, pubertal blockers, and gender-affirming hormone therapy for TGD youth less than 18 years old.
Health Center search tool – NJ Family Planning League
On top bar of website, go to "Find a Health Center" and choose either "Abortion Care" or "Family Planning" to find resources throughout NJ. Services are available for all, regardless of income and/or insurance status.
Healthy Women, Healthy Families at Central Jersey Family Health Consortium
Connecting parents/caregivers and parents to health and educational resources, with case management. Serves Mercer, Middlesex, Somerset and Hunterdon counties.
HIV Services Locator
Type in zip code and find HIV services in your area. For all folks.
Home Health Aide Training School
A Place at Home provides care services for seniors. This training is for people who want to have a build a career in the healthcare field. Contact for more information.
HOPES Community Action Partnership, Inc.
Variety of community services for 3 counties including Somerset. Free assistance for income-eligible residents. Headstart childcare, health enrollment insurance, SNAP and NJ Healthcare enrollment, senior benefits enrollment, computer lab, info and assistance, language translation services, health screenings and referrals, energy and water payment assistance, discount cell phone program (SafeLink). Second location in Somerset County: Belmont Center, 113 Belmont Drive Somerset, NJ 08873. Several locations in Plainfield and Hoboken.
Hunterdon County LINK – public transport
Hunterdon County shared public transportation including dialysis treatment. For any resident of Hunterdon.
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. Also
Hyacinth – Plainfield Location
Services for people with HIV/AIDs, and supports for the LGBTQ+ community. -Community health worker support -Emergency financial assistance -HIV testing -Incarcerated discharge planning -Gay/bisexual men’s sexual health education & LGBTQ drop-in center -Non-medical case management -PrEP education -Psycho-social support services -Wellness Community
Improved Pregnancy Outcome Program – Hunterdon County
Free, confidential services for pregnant Hunterdon County residents - see online brochure for eligibility. Includes Adolescent Pregnancy Project (specific support for this age group).
JFK University Medical Center
Local hospital
Legal Services of Northwest NJ (LSNWNJ) – Somerset Cty location
Private nonprofit law firm providing free legal services to people with limited income, seniors, and people affected by HIV/AIDS
LGBTQ+ Affirming Healthcare Map
Interactive map and directory of healthcare providers that have proactively identified themselves as LGBTQ-friendly. Some have also been trained by Garden State Equality staff on best practices in LGBTQ+ care. Hosted by Garden State Equality.
Lyons VA Medical Center – Veterans
Hospital provides primary care and specialty health services, including skin care (dermatology), dental care, digestive care (gastroenterology), cardiology, mental health care, hospice and palliative care, and more.
New Jersey 211 Help Service
Find resources and information for housing, income, food, childcare, health, mental health, substance use, and legal matters.
NJ ABLE
ABLE is a 529A tax-advantaged savings program for persons with a disability, which allows for saving money for qualified disability expenses, tax-free.
NJ AIDS/HIV/STI Hotline
For anyone in NJ. HIV, AIDS, and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs); Referrals to testing, prevention and treatment services; HIV prevention options - PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) or PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis); Referrals to harm reduction centers (syringe access available); Partner notification services; New Jersey's AIDS Drug Distribution Program (ADDP)
NJ Center for Tourette Syndrome
Educational webinars, trainings, and support of families and individuals with Tourette Syndrome
NJ FamilyCare
Info for people without employer insurance - affordable health care through state
NJ Transgender Information Hub
Information for transgender and nonbinary people in NJ.
NJ Traumatic Brain Injury Fund
Services and support for people with TBIs.
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.
Planned Parenthood – Flemington Center
Affordable health services for adults and teens of all genders, including birth control -Emergency Contraceptive Pill available all open hours -Walk-in appts. often available; call 1-800-230-PLAN for more information
Planned Parenthood – Franklin Township Center
Affordable health services for adults and teens of all genders, including birth control. If you need emergency contraception (AKA the morning after pill), you can walk in anytime they're open. For many services, walk-in visits are available. For more information, call 1-800-230-PLAN.
Pride Center of NJ
Support and services for LBGTQ+ people in NJ
PROUD Gender Center of NJ
Wide range of transgender medical and community services
Rapid HIV Screening (Free and Confidential)
Use entrance on Plum St. Results in 20 minutes, PrEP counseling and navigation
Richard Hall Community Mental Health Center
Somerset County's mental health center - also includes a Zufall medical clinic, new in 2023
Robert Wood Johnson Diabetes Center at Somerset
Individualized programs and education for self-management of diabetes
Rutgers Comprehensive Services on Aging (COPSA)
The COPSA Institute for Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders is a statewide program. You can call to schedule an appt. at the Memory Disorders Clinic, receive support from Care2Caregivers, or inquire about training.
RWJ University Hospital – Eating Disorders Program
Treatment for ages 14 and older, for all types of eating disorders including anorexia and bulimia.
RWJ University Hospital at Somerset – Maternity Pavillion
Free childbirth education classes
RWJ University Hospital New Brunswick
Local hospital
RWJ University Hospital Somerset
Local hospital - also a location where survivors of sexual assault can activate the Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) up to 7-9 days after sexual assault.
SEEK Then SPEAK App
SEEK THEN SPEAK is a tool for sexual assault survivors and support people. In SEEK, you can privately gather information and explore your options for medical care, supportive services, and reporting to police. If you choose, you can even begin the process of reporting to police by completing a self-guided interview in SPEAK (in over 100 languages and with screen reading capabilities). SPEAK does not save any information you provide. All data are deleted following a report that is sent to you, to share with a counselor, law enforcement, etc. App created by End Violence Against Women International (EVAWI).
Sexual Health Center of Morrisville Medical Center
The Sexual Health Center of Morristown Medical Center provides confidential and individualized services to prevent new sexually transmitted infections, provide early diagnosis and intervention, and connect individuals to treatment when needed. It is a sex-positive, non-judgmental safe space for adults of all ages, genders and cultures, including people who identify as LGBTQ+.
Somerset County Medical Transportation
Transportation to Medicaid providers for Medicaid-eligible Somerset County residents
Somerset County Social Services – Central Office
Main hub for county public assistance (includes TANF, Work First, EITC, SNAP)
St. Claire’s Behavioral Health Services
Emergency, inpatient, outpatient, and community-based services designed to help individuals overcome challenges related to stress, mood, psychiatric and addiction disorders.
Street Smart through Visions and Pathways – Bridgewater
A street outreach program to help keep youth, ages 13 to 24, off of the street, prevent exploitation of high-risk youth, combat human trafficking and stop the opioid epidemic. Services include food and clothing, job and educational counseling, HIV/AIDS information, and access to a crisis-intervention or transitional living program. Street Smart has offices in Bridgewater, Morristown and Plainfield NJ and serves youth throughout central and northern New Jersey.
Street Smart through Visions and Pathways – Morristown
A street outreach program to help keep youth, ages 13 to 24, off of the street, prevent exploitation of high-risk youth, combat human trafficking and stop the opioid epidemic. Services include food and clothing, job and educational counseling, HIV/AIDS information, and access to a crisis-intervention or transitional living program. Street Smart has offices in Bridgewater, Morristown and Plainfield NJ and serves youth throughout central and northern New Jersey.
Street Smart through Visions and Pathways – Plainfield
A street outreach program to help keep youth, ages 13 to 24, off of the street, prevent exploitation of high-risk youth, combat human trafficking and stop the opioid epidemic. Services include food and clothing, job and educational counseling, HIV/AIDS information, and access to a crisis-intervention or transitional living program. Street Smart has offices in Bridgewater, Morristown and Plainfield NJ and serves youth throughout central and northern New Jersey.
Summit Oaks Hospital
Detox, rehab, and mental health treatment facility for children and teens (5-17 years old) and adults
The OutList – LGBTQ+ Affirming Healthcare Providers
List of affirming providers - national
Transgender Resource Guide
Document by the Proud Gender Center of NJ (PGCNJ) - this resource guide is intended for use by transgender, gender diverse, and intersex individuals, allies and/or individuals navigating transitioning.
Zufall Health – Franklin Township School-Based Health Center
Available only to children in the Franklin Township School District* -Preventive Health Screenings -Physicals -Immunizations -Treatment of Minor Illness -Follow-up Medical Care -Health & Nutritional Counseling -COVID vaccines not available Location: Franklin Middle School-Hamilton Street Campus West parking lot near tennis courts
Zufall Health Center – Bridgewater
Provides quality and affordable primary medical and dental care, as well as cancer screenings, etc. After hours: Patients can call any Zufall office 24/7. For urgent needs, you will be connected with our on-call medical provider. For extreme or life-threatening cases, call 9-1-1. Zufall is available in various towns across north and central NJ.
Zufall Health Center – Somerville
Provides quality and affordable primary medical and dental care, as well as cancer screenings, etc. After hours: Patients can call any Zufall office 24/7. For urgent needs, you will be connected with our on-call medical provider. For extreme or life-threatening cases, call 9-1-1. Zufall is available in various towns across north and central NJ.
Zufall Health Enrollment Hotline
Assistance with enrollment in NJ Family Care (Medicaid) and qualified health plans through NJ Health Insurance Marketplace
Zufall Healthy Smile Center – Flemington
-Preventive Care Dental for Adults & Children -Exams -Fillings -Crowns -Dentures -Extractions -After Hours: Patients can call any Zufall office 24/7. For urgent needs, you will be connected with our on-call medical provider. For extreme or life-threatening cases, call 9-1-1.