Community Resources
There are ``Core Service`` agencies throughout Passaic County providing basic emergency and support services. These agencies help with basic needs such as food and shelter, and long term client advocacy.
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1 Passaic County Board of Social Services
TANF/GA/FOODSTAMPS
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2 NJ Family Care
Affordable health coverage
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3 Catholic Family & Community Services
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Paterson provides service to people in need.
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4 4CS of Passaic County
4CS of Passaic County assists families to obtain child care that is accessible, and affordable.”
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5 NJ Legal Services
Free legal assistance to low-income in New Jersey.
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6 Paterson Housing Authority
Provides housing opportunities to Paterson residents eligible for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and Public Housing that is decent, safe and affordable.
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7 Center for Food Action
Provides food, housing, utility, and heating assistance and offers counseling and advocacy services to low-income individuals and families.
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8 CUMAC
Non-profit organization dedicated to feeding people and changing lives.
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9 NJ Shares
New Jersey SHARES assists income eligible households throughout New Jersey to pay their energy, telephone and water bills.
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10 Passaic County Womens Center
State designated lead domestic violence and sexual assault agency in Passaic County.