ADDICTION & SUBSTANCE USE SERVICES
Bergen County Addiction Support Hotline
Call or Text: (201) 589-2976
24/7 hotline for anyone battling addiction and their loved ones. Connect with peer recovery specialists.
Website: stoptheods.com
ReachNJ Addiction Hotline
Phone: 1-844-REACH-NJ (1-844-732-2465)
Central call-in line for New Jersey residents seeking help with substance use disorders.
Bergen County Addiction Recovery Program (ARP)
Phone: (201) 336-3330
Website: bergencountynj.gov
Free outpatient and intensive outpatient treatment for Bergen County adults.
The Center for Alcohol and Drug Resources (TCADR)
Website: tcadr.org
Education, prevention, recovery, and treatment services for Bergen and Passaic Counties.
Bergen County Division of Addiction Services
Phone: (201) 634-2810
Website: bergencountynj.gov/human-services/addiction-services
NJ4S Bergen Hub
Website: nj4sbergenhub.org
Substance use prevention and education resources.
Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey
Phone: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
Text: 800GAMBLER to 53342
Website: 800gambler.org
Free, confidential 24/7 helpline offering support, treatment, and hope to individuals with gambling problems and their families. Referrals to treatment providers and twelve-step programs (Gamblers Anonymous, Gam-Anon).
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Housing Authority of Bergen County
One Bergen County Plaza, Hackensack, NJ 07631
Phone: (201) 336-7600
Website: habcnj.org
Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, Public Housing programs, and affordable housing opportunities.
New Jersey Housing Resource Center
Website: nj.gov/njhrc
Statewide housing search and information resource.
Affordable Homes New Jersey
Website: AffordableHomesNewJersey.com
Pre-application portal for affordable housing opportunities throughout New Jersey including Bergen County.
ANGER MANAGEMENT RESOURCES
Bergen ResourceNet – Anger Management Directory
Website: bergenresourcenet.org (search "anger management")
Comprehensive list of community providers offering anger management services in Bergen County.
Into The Light Wellness & Recovery Center
Phone: (201) 800-5967
Anger management groups for individuals, including court-ordered services.
CANCER SUPPORT SERVICES
Cancer Support Community Greater NY & CT at Gilda's Club
Location: White Plains, NY (serving greater NY & CT area including Bergen County)
Phone: (914) 644-8844
Website: cancersupportcommunitynyct.org
Free programs and services for men, women, children, teens, and families affected by cancer including support groups, counseling, wellness programs, and educational lectures.
Holy Name Medical Center – Gilda's Club Cancer Support
Teaneck, NJ
Phone: (201) 833-3000
Website: holyname.org
Cancer support services and resources through Gilda's Club partnership.
Crossroads4Hope – A Network of Cancer Support
Phone: (908) 658-5400
Toll-Free Cancer Support Helpline: 1-888-793-9355
Website: crossroads4hope.org
Email: programteam@crossroads4hope.org
Free comprehensive support services for people with cancer and their loved ones throughout New Jersey.
CAREGIVER SUPPORT SERVICES
Bergen County Division of Senior Services – Caregiver Support
Phone: (201) 336-7400
Website: bergencountynj.gov/division-of-senior-services/caregiver-support-services
Free services including support groups, education, care consultations, and respite care.
Act Now Foundation
Website: actnowfoundation.org
Free caregiver support groups in English and Spanish, education seminars, and resources.
JCC on the Palisades Support Groups
Website: jccotp.org/programs/support-groups
Support groups for caregivers and various life transitions.
CHILDREN & FAMILY SERVICES
Bergen County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates)
Phone: (201) 221-9696
Website: bergencasa.org
Advocacy for children in the foster care system.
Pa'Lante Leaders
Phone: (201) 587-9696
Website: metrocenternj.org/pabergen
Pa'Bergen is a mentorship and academic program under the 501(c)(3) nonprofit Pa'lante that supports incoming 7th grade underrepresented middle school students in Bergen County. The program offers academic support, mentorship from youth leaders, and a community that celebrates identity and leadership, helping students build confidence, purpose, and tools for success before high school begins.
Based in Englewood, NJ.
Questions? Email: pabergen@palanteleaders.com
Bergen's Promise
Website: bergenspromise.org
System of care for children, youth, and families with behavioral health challenges in Bergen County.
NJ Buddies
Website: njbuddies.org
Mentoring and support programs for youth.
Family Services of Bergen County
Website: fso.bergen.org
Comprehensive family support and counseling services throughout Bergen County.
Bergen ResourceNet
Website: bergenresourcenet.org
Online resource directory listing local programs, services, support groups, and events for children, youth, and families in Bergen County.
CONSUMER PROTECTION
New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs
Office of the Attorney General
Website: njconsumeraffairs.gov
Consumer fraud protection, complaint resolution, and consumer education.
CULTURALLY SPECIFIC HEALTH RESOURCES
Muslim Health Resources
Bergen New Bridge Medical Center – Muslim Long Term Care Partnership
230 East Ridgewood Avenue, Paramus, NJ
Phone: (201) 967-4000
Website: newbridgehealth.org
Comprehensive healthcare services including long-term care for the Muslim community in partnership with Fusion Muslim Community Center.
Fusion Muslim Community Center of NJ
Paramus, NJ
Services: Counseling, youth programs, marriage counseling, health services. Resources for the Muslim community throughout Bergen County.
Spanish-Speaking Health Resources
NAMI NJ en Español
Website: naminj.org
Education, support, and advocacy for Hispanic/Latino families affected by mental illness in their own language.
North Hudson Community Action Corporation
Multiple locations including Englewood and Hackensack
Phone: (201) 210-0200
Health care services including bilingual providers offering internal medicine, pediatrics, women's health, dental, mental health, behavioral health, and addiction services.
Jewish Health Resources
Jewish Family & Children's Services of Northern New Jersey (JFCS)
Serving Bergen, Passaic, and Hudson Counties
Website: jfcsnnj.org
Services include mental health counseling, senior services (Kosher Meals on Wheels), care management, Holocaust survivor assistance, and afterschool programs.
Jewish Home at Rockleigh
Rockleigh, Bergen County, NJ
Long-term and sub-acute rehabilitative care including Glatt Kosher meals. Serves the Jewish community and is open to all regardless of religious creed.
DEAF & HARD OF HEARING RESOURCES
Bergen County Special Services School District – Programs for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing
540 North Farview Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652
Contact: Rasheda Garcia
Phone: (201) 343-6000 x6484
Videophone: (201) 373-6150
Email: rasgar@bergen.org
Website: bergen.org/special-services-school-district
Largest and most comprehensive deaf education programs in New Jersey. Services from birth to age 21. Trilingual services (English/Spanish/American Sign Language).
NJ Division of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DDHH)
Website: nj.gov/humanservices/ddhh
Equipment Distribution Program (free telecommunication and safety devices), sign language interpreting and captioning services, Hearing Aid Project (free refurbished hearing aids for eligible seniors), language acquisition services for deaf children ages 0-5, advocacy services.
New Jersey Association of the Deaf (NJAD)
Website: deafnjad.org
Email: info@deafnjad.org
Youth programs and inclusive events, advocacy and resources, community events and networking.
SPAN Parent Advocacy Network – Early Hearing Detection & Intervention (EHDI)
Website: spanadvocacy.org/ehdi
NJ Deaf Mentor Program (free for families with deaf children birth-5 years), parent resource guides, ASL classes and resources.
DeafLEAD Crisis Line
24/7/365 crisis intervention via videophone for the deaf community.
DEMENTIA & ALZHEIMER'S RESOURCES
Bergen County Dementia Friendly Initiative
Website: bergencountynj.gov/division-of-senior-services/dementia-resources-and-caregiver-support
Education, training, caregiver support, and resources for people living with dementia.
Act Now Foundation – Dementia Resource Center
Website: actnowfoundation.org
Free services for Bergen, Hudson, and Essex County residents including cognitive assessments, support groups, education seminars, and long-term care planning.
Alzheimer's New Jersey
Helpline: 1-888-280-6055
Website: alznj.org
Support groups, education, resources, and caregiver support.
Alzheimer's Association – Greater New Jersey Chapter
Helpline: 1-800-272-3900
Website: alz.org/nj
24/7 helpline, support groups, education, resources, and advocacy.
Hackensack Meridian Health – Memory Loss and Brain Health Center
Phone: (201) 967-4000
Website: hackensackmeridianhealth.org
Comprehensive, patient-centered care for dementia and memory disorders.
DISABILITY SERVICES & SUPPORT
All Schools Special Needs
Email: bobbylee@allschoolsspecialneeds.org
Website: allschoolsspecialneeds.org
Local Ridgefield Park nonprofit providing equipment, educational supplies, technology, scholarships, and resources for special needs children in the Ridgefield Park school system. Has raised over $225,000 since 2012 for technology, adaptive playgrounds, classroom materials, and field trips. Offers two $1,000 scholarships annually to graduating seniors.
Bergen County Office of Child Development
Phone: (888) 653-4463
Website: bergencountynj.gov
Case management and coordinated services for children with special healthcare needs and rare diseases.
Moebius Syndrome Foundation
Website: moebiussyndrome.org
National nonprofit providing virtual online support groups for families and adults, information packets for new members, mentorship opportunities, educational scholarships (up to $3,000), biennial national conferences and regional events. Fill out form on website to connect with families in your region.
National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD)
Website: rarediseases.org
Patient organization database, RareCare financial assistance program, educational resources for families affected by rare diseases.
Global Genes
Website: globalgenes.org
Mental health resources and peer support, Rare Caregivers Peer Support Groups (virtual, every 2 weeks), educational webinars and resources for rare disease families.
EveryLife Foundation for Rare Diseases
Website: everylifefoundation.org
Patient advocacy training and resources, scholarship opportunities for adults with rare diseases.
The Arc of Bergen & Passaic Counties
Website: arcbergen.org
Comprehensive services and advocacy for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and other developmental disabilities. Family support, case management, residential services, employment programs, and recreation.
Autism New Jersey
Phone: 1-800-4-AUTISM (1-800-428-8476)
Website: autismnj.org
Statewide nonprofit providing information and referral services, education and training, advocacy, and family support for individuals with autism spectrum disorders.
North Jersey Friendship House
Website: njfriendshiphouse.org
Comprehensive services for individuals with varying abilities, offering opportunities to maximize potential and achieve social, emotional, and vocational goals.
Vision Loss Alliance of New Jersey
Website: vlanj.org
Support, education, and training in assistive technology and independent living skills for people with vision loss or blindness.
MarbleJam Center for Arts & Enrichment
Hackensack, NJ
Website: marblejam.org
Creative arts programs, therapies, and enrichment for people of all ages and abilities.
Bergen Volunteers CHORE Program
Phone: (201) 967-4620
Website: bergenvolunteers.org/chore-faq
Home repair and maintenance assistance for seniors and people with disabilities.
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE & ABUSE SERVICES
Alternatives to Domestic Violence (ADV) – Bergen County
One Bergen County Plaza, 2nd Floor, Hackensack, NJ 07601
24-Hour Crisis Hotline: (201) 336-7575
Email: ADV@bergencountynj.gov
Website: bergencountynj.gov/alternatives-to-domestic-violence
Services: Crisis intervention, counseling, legal advocacy, court accompaniment, prevention education, and survivor services programs. Services available in English, Spanish, and Korean.
Center for Hope & Safety (formerly Shelter Our Sisters)
24/7 SUPPORT IS AVAILABLE.
If you live in Bergen County, NJ and feel unsafe in your home, safety and support are only a phone call away.
Call the confidential hotline 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: (201) 944-9600.
If you are unable to speak safely on the phone, you can text "LOVEIS" to 22522 to be connected via the National Domestic Violence Hotline.
Center for Hope & Safety is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency in Rochelle Park, New Jersey, founded in 1976. The organization believes every person has the right to be safe, empowered, and free from violence and fear. Its mission is to help domestic violence victims in Bergen County heal and grow through a wide range of services, giving adult and child victims hope, safety, and the tools they need to rebuild their lives beyond domestic violence.
Website: hopeandsafetynj.org
New Jersey Domestic Violence Hotline
Phone: 1-800-572-SAFE (7233)
24/7 statewide hotline.
Never Alone Again Domestic Violence Organization & Resource Center
668 American Legion Drive, Suite 5, Teaneck, NJ 07666
Call/Text: (201) 289-1718
Website: neveraloneagain.org
501(c)(3) nonprofit providing programs, services, crisis intervention, food and clothing distribution, and ongoing support for survivors of domestic violence and families in need.
EMPLOYMENT & JOB TRAINING
Bergen County Job Center (One-Stop Career Center)
Bergen Community College Moses Meeting & Training Center
400 Paramus Road, Paramus, NJ
Phone: (201) 343-8830
Website: bergenjobcenter.com
Free employment and training services for job seekers including resume assistance, skills training, career counseling, job placement, and access to SkillUp Bergen (free online learning platform with 7,000+ courses). Youth programs for ages 16-24, senior employment programs for ages 55+, and services for individuals with barriers to employment.
Bergen County Workforce Development Board
Phone: (201) 329-9600
Website: bergenjobcenter.com/bergen-wdb-about
Coordinates workforce development programs and services including job training, apprenticeships, and employment assistance.
Bergen County Project SEARCH
Website: projectsearch.bergenworkforce.org
Nine-month employment training program for young adults with disabilities at host business sites. Provides skills training, internships, job development, and career portfolios leading to competitive employment.
Bergen County Technical Schools – Adult & Continuing Education
190 Hackensack Avenue, Hackensack, NJ
Phone: (201) 343-6000 x4639
Website: bergen.org/BCTSAdultEd
Full-time trade programs and part-time courses in construction trades, apprenticeship training, business skills, and career development. Free HSE/GED preparation and ESL classes.
NJ Department of Labor & Workforce Development
Phone: (609) 292-2323
Website: nj.gov/labor
State employment services, unemployment insurance, and workforce development programs.
ENERGY & HOUSING ASSISTANCE
Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) – Greater Bergen Community Action
392 Main Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Phone: (201) 488-5100 or 1-800-510-3102
Website: greaterbergen.org/liheap
Email: Adubois@greaterbergen.org
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 9 AM–11 AM & 1 PM–3 PM; Thursday: 5 PM–7:30 PM
Financial assistance for heating and cooling costs for income-eligible households. Applications accepted October 1 – June 30 annually.
Universal Service Fund (USF)
Administered with LIHEAP application.
$20–$200 monthly energy bill credit for eligible households. Fresh Start Program offers forgiveness of past-due balances over $60.
Website: nj.gov/dca/dhcr/offices/usf.shtml
Weatherization Assistance Program – Greater Bergen Community Action
Phone: (201) 488-5100
Helps homeowners and tenants improve energy efficiency.
ENVIRONMENTAL & SUSTAINABILITY
Ridgefield Park Compost Program
In partnership with Neighborhood Compost and Sustainable Ridgefield Park
Drop-off Location: 109 Bergen Turnpike (former VFW building), Ridgefield Park
Website: neighborhoodcompost.com/ridgefield-park-municipality
Free compost drop-off for Ridgefield Park residents.
Recycle Coach App
Ridgefield Park uses the Recycle Coach app to provide residents with collection schedules, reminders, and waste management information.
Website: recyclecoach.com
Bergen County 4-H Youth Development (Rutgers Cooperative Extension)
Website: bergen.njaes.rutgers.edu/4h
Youth development programs, clubs, and hands-on learning in areas such as science, healthy living, citizenship, and environmental stewardship for Bergen County youth.
Rutgers Cooperative Extension – Ticks and Tick-Borne Disease
Website: extension.rutgers.edu/tick
Information on New Jersey ticks, tick-borne diseases, and how to prevent tick bites, including links to the NJ Ticks 4 Science! free tick testing project.
FINANCIAL LITERACY & CREDIT COUNSELING
1st Bergen Federal Credit Union – CAFE Hub (Community Access to Financial Empowerment)
Phone: (973) 881-0801
Website: 1stbergen.com/cafehub
Free financial coaching, credit counseling, financial education workshops, and credit builder loans. Services for individuals and customized education sessions for organizations serving Bergen, Passaic, and Hudson Counties.
Greater Bergen Community Action – Financial Literacy
392 Main Street, Hackensack, NJ
Phone: (201) 368-3322
Website: greaterbergen.org
Financial literacy education and housing counseling to help individuals and families gain financial stability.
New Jersey Coalition for Financial Education (NJCFE)
Website: njcfe.org
Nonprofit promoting financial literacy education throughout New Jersey with resources, tools, and programs for all ages.
National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC)
Phone: 1-800-388-2227
Website: nfcc.org
Free and low-cost financial counseling, debt management programs, and financial education. Find local member agencies for personalized assistance.
New Jersey Citizen Action
Website: njcitizenaction.org
Free educational workshops on fair housing laws, consumer financial protections, predatory lending, and financial fraud prevention. Available in English and Spanish.
FOOD ASSISTANCE
St. Francis Food Pantry
125 Park Street, Ridgefield Park, NJ
Phone: (201) 641-6464
Website: stfrancisrp.org/food-pantry
Open: Bi-weekly Tuesdays, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Free community food pantry open to all Ridgefield Park residents. You do not have to be a parishioner.
Bergen Fights Hunger – Food Pantry Directory
Website: bergenfightshunger.org/bergens-pantries
Comprehensive directory of food pantries throughout Bergen County.
Bergen County Community Action Partnership
Phone: (201) 968-6446
Website: bccap.org
Services: Food assistance, utility assistance, weatherization, and social services.
New Jersey Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Phone: 1-800-792-9773
Website: nj.gov/humanservices/dfd/programs/njsnap
Helps eligible low-income individuals and families buy food.
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
Bergen County WIC: (201) 634-2679
Website: nj.gov/health/fhs/wic
Nutrition program for pregnant women, new mothers, and young children.
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GRIEF & BEREAVEMENT SERVICES
St. Francis Bereavement Ministry
Phone: (201) 641-6464
Email: pacosta@stfrancisrp.org
Address: 114 Mount Vernon Street, Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660
Bereavement support services through St. Francis of Assisi Parish.
Broreavement
Website: broreavement.org
Support network for men and boys navigating grief and loss. Offers grief support workshops, recreational activities, and educational resources.
Holy Name Medical Center Bereavement Support
Website: holyname.org/forseniors/bereavement-support.aspx
Bereavement support services and grief counseling.
HEALTH SERVICES
Bergen County Department of Health Services
327 E Ridgewood Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652
Phone: (201) 634-2600
Website: co.bergen.nj.us/health-promotion
Services: Health screenings, immunizations, maternal and child health programs, environmental health services.
Healthy Bergen
Website: healthybergen.org
Community health and wellness resources.
Mid Bergen Regional Health Commission
Website: midbergen-regionalhealth.org
Regional health services and programs.
Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative
Phone: (201) 967-4620
Website: bvmi.org
Free medical services for uninsured residents.
Bergen Volunteers (Medical Center)
Phone: (201) 967-4620
Website: bergenvolunteers.org
Medical services for uninsured and underinsured residents.
Get Covered New Jersey
Website: nj.gov/getcoverednj/help/local
Free assistance to help residents find and enroll in medical coverage. Assisters available to guide you through the application process.
New Jersey Poison Control Center (NJPIES)
Poison Help Hotline: 1-800-222-1222
Website: njpies.org
24/7 free, confidential hotline staffed by medical professionals for poison emergencies and questions about medications, chemicals, and other exposures.
Hadnott Foundation
Website: hadnottfoundation.org
Health advocacy and community support services.
Meadowlands YMCA
Website: meadowlandsymca.org
Community-focused programs including fitness, youth development, early childhood education, swim lessons, and health and wellness activities for families.
YWCA Northern New Jersey
Website: ywcannj.org
Services and programs focused on empowering women, eliminating racism, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all, including childcare, counseling, support groups, and racial justice initiatives.
HOMELESS SHELTERS & EMERGENCY HOUSING
Bergen County Housing, Health & Human Services Center
Phone: (201) 336-7400
Website: bergencountynj.gov/bergen-county-department-of-human-services/about-housing-health-human-services-center
Open 24/7. Emergency shelter and services for individual men and women who are homeless. 90-bed capacity with meals provided. Single point of entry for homelessness prevention, temporary shelter, and permanent placement services.
Bergen HEARTS – Homeless Family Services
Phone: (201) 634-3060
Website: bergencountynj.gov/bergen-county-homeless-family-serviceshearts
Emergency shelter and case management for Bergen County families with children under 18 experiencing homelessness. Monday–Friday 8 AM–4:45 PM. After hours/weekends: Call 211.
Bergen County Homeless Hotline
Dial 211
24/7 emergency hotline for individuals and families experiencing a homeless emergency. Temporary motel placements available.
Family Promise of Bergen County
Website: bergenfamilypromise.org
Services and shelter for homeless working families in Bergen County.
HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE SERVICES
VHS Hospice Service of New Jersey (Hackensack Meridian Health)
Phone: (844) 777-0711
Website: hackensackmeridianhealth.org/services/hospice-care
Hospice care for Bergen, Hudson, and Passaic Counties.
Valley Hospice
Website: valleyhealth.com/services/hospice-care
Compassionate end-of-life care in Bergen County.
VITAS Healthcare – North Jersey
Phone: (973) 994-4738
Website: vitas.com/locations-search/north-jersey
Hospice care at home throughout Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, Somerset, and Union Counties.
Villa Marie Claire
Website: villamarieclaire.org
Inpatient hospice facility on 26 acres in Bergen County with specialized round-the-clock care.
Christian Health Hospice Unit
Website: christianhealthnj.org/communities-services/senior-living/hospice
Inpatient hospice care in Bergen County.
VNA Health Group
Website: englewoodhealthphysicians.org/medical-services/palliative-care-and-hospice
Family-centered hospice services in Bergen County.
IMMIGRATION & REFUGEE SERVICES
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark – Immigration Services
Email: immigration@ccannj.org
Website: ccannj.org/immigration-and-refugee
Low-cost and pro bono legal assistance in all phases of immigration and naturalization proceedings including removal defense, family petitions, humanitarian applications (VAWA, U visa, T visa), TPS, DACA, and naturalization. All cases handled by an attorney or DOJ Accredited Representative. Walk-in services available Monday–Thursday 9 AM–4 PM. Free legal representation for unaccompanied children and youth.
Northeast New Jersey Legal Services (NNJLS) – Immigration Assistance
Phone: (201) 487-2166
Website: northeastnjlegalservices.org
Immigration legal services for low-income residents of Bergen, Hudson, and Passaic Counties with multilingual representatives.
LEAD TESTING & PREVENTION
Bergen County Childhood Lead Program
Phone: (201) 634-2804
Email: leadteam@co.bergen.nj.us
Website: bergencountynj.gov/childhood-lead-program
Free lead testing for children. All children should be tested at 12 and 24 months of age. Educational materials and environmental intervention services available.
Greater Bergen Community Action – Lead-Safe Home Remediation Program
Website: greaterbergen.org/lead-remediation
Free lead remediation and abatement services for income-eligible Bergen County residents in homes built before 1978.
New Jersey Department of Health – Childhood Lead Testing
Phone: 1-800-367-6543
Website: nj.gov/health/childhood-lead/testing
Information on universal blood lead testing requirements and free testing locations.
LEGAL SERVICES
Legal Services of New Jersey (LSNJ) Hotline
Phone: 1-888-LSNJ-LAW (1-888-576-5529)
Website: lsnjlaw.org
Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5:30 PM
Free legal assistance to low-income New Jersey residents in civil matters. Coordinates statewide legal services system. Apply online or call the hotline for assistance.
Northeast New Jersey Legal Services (NNJLS) – Bergen County Office
190 Moore Street, Suite 100, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Phone: (201) 487-2166
Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5 PM
Website: northeastnjlegalservices.org
Free legal assistance to low-income residents of Bergen, Hudson, and Passaic Counties in civil cases. Services available in multiple languages. Areas of assistance include housing, consumer issues, family law, and public benefits.
Bergen County Mental Health Law Project
One Bergen County Plaza, 4th Floor, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Phone: (201) 336-6325
Services available in Spanish and Korean
Free legal services for Bergen County residents with mental illness diagnoses including SSI/SSDI applications, family law, consumer issues, and other civil matters.
LGBTQ+ HEALTH & SUPPORT SERVICES
New Bridge Medical Center LGBTQ Health Services
Phone: (201) 967-4000
Website: newbridgehealth.org/health-services/lgbtq-health
Comprehensive healthcare services for LGBTQ+ individuals and families.
PFLAG Paramus
Email: info@pflagparamus.org
Website: pflagparamus.org
Support, education, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ individuals and their families.
Garden State Equality
Phone: (973) 783-7080
Website: gsequality.org
New Jersey's largest LGBTQ+ advocacy organization.
Bergen County LGBTQ+ Alliance
Call or Text: (201) 375-3549
Email: info@bergencountylgbtq.org
Website: bergencountylgbtq.org
Countywide alliance providing advocacy, resources, safe spaces, social events, and support groups for the LGBTQ+ community in Bergen County.
LITERACY & ADULT EDUCATION
Ridgefield Park Public Library – ESL Resources
107 Cedar Street, Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660
Phone: (201) 641-0689
Email: rfpkcirc@bccls.org
Website: ridgefieldparkpubliclibrary.org/services
Free ESL resources for Ridgefield Park residents including Rosetta Stone online language learning, grammar and vocabulary tutorials, listening practice, and adult literacy resources. Access available with a Ridgefield Park library card.
Greater Bergen Community Action – Adult Education
392 Main Street, Hackensack, NJ
Phone: (973) 968-0200
Website: greaterbergen.org/education
Free High School Equivalency (HSE) test preparation, English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, and citizenship/civics education for immigrants.
Bergen Community College – ESL Programs
Ciarco Learning Center, Hackensack
Website: bergen.edu/esl
English language classes for adult learners at beginner through advanced levels. Courses prepare students for college, workplace English, and everyday communication.
Project Literacy of Greater Bergen County
355 Main Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Phone: (201) 301-9664
Email: info@project-literacy.org
Website: project-literacy.org
Free literacy tutoring and educational support for adults in Bergen County.
MENTAL HEALTH & COUNSELING SERVICES
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or Text: 988
24/7 free, confidential support for anyone in emotional distress or suicidal crisis.
Bergen County Mental Health Services
Phone: (201) 336-6100
24/7 Crisis Hotline: (201) 262-HELP (4357)
Website: bergencountynj.gov/human-services/mental-health-services
New Jersey Mental Health Cares
Phone: 1-866-202-HELP (4357)
Website: mhanj.org
Free mental health information, referrals, and support services.
New Jersey Mental Health & Addiction Services Hotline
Phone: 1-844-276-2777
Website: nj.gov/humanservices/dmhas
24/7 confidential support and referrals for mental health and substance use.
Bergen Family Center
Website: bergenfamilycenter.org
Comprehensive family services and support.
NEW JERSEY STATE RESOURCES
NJ 211 Information & Referral
Dial 2-1-1
Website: nj211.org
Free, confidential information and referral service connecting residents to health and human services 24/7.
New Jersey Department of Health
Phone: 1-800-367-6543
Website: nj.gov/health
Information on health programs, immunizations, disease prevention, and health initiatives.
NJ FamilyCare (Medicaid/CHIP)
Phone: 1-800-701-0710
Website: njfamilycare.org
Free or low-cost health insurance for eligible New Jersey residents.
ANIMAL & PET RESOURCES
Bergen County Horse Rescue
Mahwah, NJ
Website: bergencountyhorserescue.org
Nonprofit organization that rehabilitates and protects abused and neglected horses, providing lifelong care, education programs, and opportunities for community engagement.
Humane Society of Bergen County / Lost Pet Inc.
221 Stuyvesant Avenue, Lyndhurst, NJ 07071
Phone: (201) 896-9300
Website: humanesocietybergen.org
Animal shelter and rescue providing pet adoptions and resources to help care for companion animals.
Bergen County SPCA
Website: bergenspca.org
501(c)(3) all-volunteer animal welfare organization dedicated to safeguarding animal welfare through humane law enforcement, education, and community outreach.
Bergen County Animal Shelter & Adoption Center
100 United Lane, Teterboro, NJ 07608
Animal Shelter & Adoption Center Phone: (201) 229-4600
Website: bergencountynj.gov/bergen-county-department-of-health-services/about-animal-shelter-adoption-center
County-operated animal shelter providing animal control services and pet adoptions for Bergen and Hudson Counties.
SENIOR SERVICES & LONG-TERM CARE
Ridgefield Park Senior Activity Center
159 Park Street, Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660
Phone: (201) 641-1220
Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 3:30 PM
Programs for Ridgefield Park residents age 60+. Activities include congregate lunch program, Zumba Gold, yoga, tai chi, line dancing, bingo, cards, games, and special events throughout the year. Social interaction, fitness programs, and access to supportive services.
Ridgefield Park Seniors' Club
Meets 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of every month, 1:00 PM
For more information, call the Senior Activity Center at (201) 641-1220
Social club for Ridgefield Park seniors.
Bergen County Division of Senior Services
Phone: (201) 336-7400
Website: bergencountynj.gov/division-of-senior-services
Senior programs, caregiver support, meal programs, transportation assistance.
Bergen County SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) – Medicare Counseling
One Bergen County Plaza, 2nd Floor, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Phone: (201) 336-7413
Website: bergencountynj.gov/division-of-senior-services/ship-medicare-counseling
Free, confidential Medicare counseling and assistance from trained volunteer counselors. Help with Medicare benefits, claims, supplement policies (Medigap), prescription drug plans (Part D), and evaluating health insurance options. No sales pressure, no endorsements. Alternate locations available by appointment.
Bergen County Meals on Wheels
Phone: (201) 336-7400
Website: bergencountynj.gov/division-of-senior-services/meals-on-wheels
Home-delivered meals Monday through Friday for homebound seniors age 60+ who are unable to shop or prepare nutritious meals. Complete mid-day meals planned by a nutritionist. Program is free with suggested donation of $1.25 per meal (voluntary and confidential).
Meals on Wheels North Jersey
Website: mealsonwheelsnorthjersey.org
501(c)(3) nonprofit serving northern Bergen County with home-delivered nutritious meals and daily wellness visits for homebound seniors. Two-meal packages catering to specific dietary needs.
Bergen County Congregate Lunch Program
Phone: (201) 336-7400
Website: bergencountynj.gov/division-of-senior-services/food
Well-balanced meals and social interaction for seniors age 60+ at Senior Activity Centers throughout Bergen County. Provides access to other supportive services.
Bergen Volunteers – CHORE and CHEER Programs
Phone: (201) 967-4620
Website: bergenvolunteers.org
CHORE Program: Free home repair and maintenance for seniors and people with disabilities. Volunteers perform labor free; clients only pay for materials.
CHEER Program: Weekly companionship visits helping homebound seniors with grocery shopping, light errands, prescription pick-ups, library returns, and post office visits.
Bergen County Senior Activity Centers
Phone: (201) 336-7400
Website: bergencountynj.gov/division-of-senior-services/senior-activity-centers
Recreation, fitness, and social programs for older adults.
SUICIDE PREVENTION RESOURCES
New Jersey Suicide Prevention Hopeline
Phone: 1-855-654-6735
Website: njhopeline.com
Peer support and suicide prevention with trained counselors available 24/7.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention – New Jersey Chapter
Phone: (908) 514-6028
Website: afsp.org/chapter/new-jersey
Education, support, advocacy, and resources for suicide prevention.
Prevent Suicide NJ
Website: preventsuicidenj.org
New Jersey's comprehensive resource for suicide prevention.
2NDFLOOR Youth Helpline
Call or Text: (888) 222-2228
Website: 2ndfloor.org
24/7 confidential helpline for New Jersey youth and young adults ages 10–24.
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
Bergen County Community Transportation
Phone: (201) 368-5955
Website: bergencountynj.gov/community-transportation
Free scheduled door-to-door transportation for elderly, disabled, and frail residents of Bergen County. Services include regular scheduled rides for medical appointments, therapy, grocery shopping, and Senior Activity Center drop-offs. Prefer 7-10 days advance notice for on-demand rides.
NJ TRANSIT Access Link
Phone: 1-800-955-2321
Website: njtransit.com/accessibility
Paratransit service for eligible people with disabilities. Curb-to-curb van service available during same hours and days as local bus network. Must apply in person. Service available within ¾ mile of available bus routes. Fares comparable to local bus service.
ModivCare
Non-emergency medical transportation for NJ FamilyCare (Medicaid) clients. Call to request rides two days prior to appointments.
VETERAN SERVICES
Bergen County Division of Veterans Services
One Bergen County Plaza, 2nd Floor, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Phone: (201) 336-6325
Website: co.bergen.nj.us/veteran-services
Assistance with VA benefits, employment, education, burial, counseling, housing, and medical services.
VFW Post 809 Little Ferry
Little Ferry, NJ
Website: post809-vfw.org
Local Veterans of Foreign Wars post serving Little Ferry and surrounding communities.
East Orange VA Medical Center
385 Tremont Avenue, East Orange, NJ 07018
Phone: (973) 676-1000
Website: va.gov/new-jersey-health-care/locations/east-orange-va-medical-center
Full-service VA medical center providing primary care, specialty health services, mental health care, and comprehensive medical services for veterans.
Hackensack VA Clinic
385 Prospect Avenue, Prospect Plaza, 1st Floor, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Phone: (201) 342-4536
Website: va.gov/new-jersey-health-care/locations/hackensack-va-clinic
Primary care, mental health, women's health, and social services for veterans.
Bergen New Bridge Medical Center – Veterans Healthcare
Phone: (201) 967-4000
Website: newbridgehealth.org/health-services/veterans-services
VA Community Care Provider for TRICARE and Veterans Choice Program beneficiaries.
New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs
Toll Free: (844) 671-1019
Website: nj.gov/military/veterans
State veteran services and benefits assistance.
VILLAGE SERVICES
Ridgefield Park Health and Social Services
Director: Elizabeth Van Geldren
Physical Address: 234 Main Street, Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660
Phone: (201) 641-9125 Ext. 5
Fax: (201) 641-1672
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 2 PM.
WOMEN'S HEALTH
Planned Parenthood of Northern, Central and Southern New Jersey – Hackensack Health Center
575 Main Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Phone: 1-800-230-PLAN (7526) or (833) 377-8474
Website: plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-northern-central-southern-new-jersey
Reproductive health services including STD testing, birth control, cancer screening, and emergency contraception.
Lighthouse Pregnancy Resource Center – Hackensack
809 Main Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Phone: (201) 501-8876
Website: lighthouseprc.org
Free, confidential pregnancy center services including pregnancy tests, medical confirmation of pregnancy via ultrasound, options education, limited STD screening, material resources, referrals, and post-pregnancy support.
Dress for Success Northern New Jersey
Website: northernnj.dressforsuccess.org
Empowers women to achieve economic independence by providing professional attire, career development tools, and a support network to help women thrive in work and life.
Melinated Moms
Website: melinatedmoms.com
Community-centered organization uplifting, educating, and supporting moms and women of color through advocacy, coaching, events, and wellness programs.
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