Chester

Local offices in Chester

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

• Local office · Regional office

  NJ 211

  Help here

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

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on nj211.org

• Local office · City office

  Chester Borough Hall

  50 North Road, Chester, NJ 07930

  Help here

  • Municipal office and recordsAsk the Borough Clerk about municipal records, vital records, and other town services.
  • Sewer and solid waste billingPay or ask questions about Borough sewer and trash bills, and find links to bill assistance.Apply onlineRead more
  • Property tax paymentsPay Borough property taxes or ask the Tax Collector about a tax bill.Read more
  Call 908-879-3660DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on chesterborough.org

• Library · City office

  Chester Library

  250 West Main Street, Chester, NJ 07930

  Help here

  • Library materials and programsBorrow books and other materials, use library resources, and take part in programs.
  Call 908-879-7612DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on chesterlib.org

Borough of Chester website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Chester

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

Offices for all of Morris County

Chester is in Morris County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Morris County Office of Temporary Assistance

  340 West Hanover Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960

  Help here

  • SNAP food assistanceApply for food benefits if you meet program rules.Apply online
  • Cash assistanceApply for cash help if you meet program rules.Apply onlineRead more
  • MedicaidApply for Medicaid health coverage through the county office.Apply onlineRead more
  • Child support servicesCall the county office for help with child support and paternity services.
  • Emergency housing helpContact the office for help during a housing crisis or homelessness.Read more
  Call 973-326-7800DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on morriscountynj.gov

• Human services · County office

  Morris County Department of Human Services

  1 Medical Drive, Morris Plains, NJ 07950

  Help here

  • Social service information and referralsGet help finding county services for food, housing, transportation, disability, and other needs.
  Call 973-285-6868DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on morriscountynj.gov

• Housing authority · County office

  Housing Authority of the County of Morris

  99 Ketch Road, Morristown, NJ 07960

  Help here

  • Affordable housingFind housing assistance for eligible low and moderate income residents.
  Call 973-540-0389DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on morriscountynj.gov

• Public health · County office

  Morris County Division of Public Health

  500 West Hanover Avenue, Morris Township, NJ 07960

  Help here

  • Public health informationGet county information about disease prevention, environmental health, and public health protection.
  Call 973-631-5484DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on morriscountynj.gov

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Morris County Division of Community and Behavioral Health Services

  1 Medical Drive, Morris Plains, NJ 07950

  Help here

  • Behavioral health service informationFind information about county supported mental health and substance use services.
  Call 973-285-6844DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on morriscountynj.gov

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Morris County Organization for Hispanic Affairs

  95-97 Bassett Highway, Dover, NJ 07801

  Help here

  • Social and legal servicesAsk for help connecting with social services, legal support, and community resources.Read more
  • Immigration helpContact the Center for Citizenship and Legal Immigration for assistance.
  • Home energy helpAsk about home energy assistance and weatherization programs.Read more
  Call 973-366-4770DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mcoha.org

Everything in Morris 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.
• GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
• TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
• 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.
• LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.

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