Gloucester County

Local offices in Gloucester County

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

• Human services · County office

  Gloucester County Division of Social Services

  400 Hollydell Drive, Sewell, NJ 08080

  Help here

  • Food and cash assistanceApply for SNAP food benefits and Work First New Jersey cash assistance.Apply online
  • MedicaidGet help applying for NJ FamilyCare and other Medicaid programs.Apply online
  • Child supportGet help with child support services and questions.
  • Emergency housing assistanceAsk about housing help through the Emergency Assistance program.
  Call 856-582-9200DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gloucestercountynj.gov

• Public health · County office

  Gloucester County WIC Program

  204 E Holly Avenue, Sewell, NJ 08080

  Help here

  • WIC food and nutrition supportWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children with food and nutrition support.
  Call 856-218-4116DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nj.gov

• Housing help · County office

  Housing Authority of Gloucester County

  100 Pop Moylan Boulevard, Deptford, NJ 08096

  Help here

  • Affordable housing and rental assistanceLearn about affordable housing options and apply for housing programs when applications are open.Apply online
  Call 856-845-4959DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gloucestercountyhousingnj.gov

• 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

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on nj211.org

• Public health · County office

  Gloucester County Department of Health and Human Services

  204 E Holly Avenue, Sewell, NJ 08080

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet information about county health services, health programs, and environmental health.
  Call 856-218-4101DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gloucestercountynj.gov

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Gloucester County Office of Mental Health

  204 E Holly Avenue, Sewell, NJ 08080

  Help here

  • Mental health services and referralsContact the county office for mental health information and service referrals.
  Call 856-384-6889DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gloucestercountynj.gov

• Human services · County office

  Gloucester County Human and Special Services

  204 East Holly Avenue, Sewell, NJ 08080

  Help here

  • Disability servicesFind county resources and support for residents with disabilities.
  • Addiction servicesGet information about county substance use services and referrals.
  Call 856-384-6842DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gloucestercountynj.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Gloucester County Division of Senior Services

  115 Budd Boulevard, West Deptford, NJ 08096

  Help here

  • Aging and disability resource connectionGet help finding long-term care, health, and community services for older adults, adults with disabilities, and caregivers.
  • Senior meals and food helpCall the office to ask about food support and senior meal programs.
  Call 856-384-6900DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gloucestercountynj.gov

• Veterans · County office

  Gloucester County Veterans Affairs

  211 County House Road, Sewell, NJ 08080

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpGet help with veterans benefit forms, claims, and referrals.
  • Veterans transportationAsk about transportation to veterans hospitals and other veterans services.
  Call 856-401-7660DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gloucestercountynj.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Gloucester County Emergency Response

  1200 N Delsea Drive, Clayton, NJ 08312

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness informationGet information about county emergency preparedness and response services.
  Call 856-307-7100DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gloucestercountynj.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  American Job Center at Gloucester County

  1480 Tanyard Road, Suite A, Sewell, NJ 08080

  Help here

  • Job search and career helpGet help with job searches, resumes, career counseling, and interview preparation.
  • Job trainingAsk about training services and financial help for approved job training.
  Call 856-251-6810DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nj.gov

• Library · County office

  Gloucester County Library System

  389 Wolfert Station Road, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062

  Help here

  • Library services and resourcesUse library collections, digital resources, public computers, and reference help.
  Call 856-223-6000DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gcls.org

Gloucester County, New Jersey website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Gloucester County

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

Cities and towns in Gloucester County

• Clayton
• Glassboro
• National Park
• Newfield
• Paulsboro
• Pitman
• Swedesboro
• Wenonah
• Westville
• Woodbury
• Woodbury Heights

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.
• 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.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

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