New funding sources for NJ, Old funding sources replenished..

Unlike NY which has opened Eviction courts prematurely, causing backlash since NY1 Reported, warned READ MORE... Meanwhile NJ, residents and Advocates have been “cautiously Optimistic” that the State Government has thought this situation out. The Federal Government Has also planned for a second Stimulus according to Forbes. While a second Stimulus check wont cover much at all, threw the CARES act, federal money has been released by the state is several forms. ESG is one of them ( Which the NJ DCA will open on July 6 lottery)! Bergen County has also opened up the process for small businesses that have been affected by Covid 19. Bergen County’s ESG program threw HABC NJ never stopped during the pandemic and Greater Bergen also has funding for Eviction prevention. FYI UPDATE: Bergen County Board of Social Services continues to work remotely to provide services including TRA and EA for BC residents. CLICK HERE for their web site. UPDATE: Center for Food Action frequently has eviction prevention resources as well as First month’s rent along with Security deposit for low income qualifying; CLICK HERE…

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NJ courts and the State have been in meetings trying to sort out on how to proceed and was mentioned in the MH public board meeting on Monday. Hopefully the state will come to agreeable decision as realistically landlords also are struggling as well. FYI a new bill is being worked out. And passed the last step.

Did you download the new PDF? Special Covid-19 Edition- HRG Community Resource Guide! CLICK HERE to down load the PDF! (most of the activities are online now). Print one out for your neighbor as they may not have internet, the food pantry list has the #’s to call as well! Updated May 23, 2020.

Don’t forget, Lunch and dinner are served at “The Center” in Hackensack-
LUNCH- 11:30-12:30 MON-FRI Until Further notice, DINNERS ARE 4:45Pm-6:15Pm 7 DAYS A WEEK, 120 So. River St. Hackensack NJ 201-336-6475

While parks are opened and maintaining social distancing a must, Mental health should not be out the window. The county has put together a list of resources for you. Even though some Churches in other areas have opened and are not, here in north NJ there are still services and mass, on line and on face book to watch. UPDATE: Did you make your appointment with Center For Food Action yet? CLICK HERE for details.

PLEASE click here IF YOU NEED EVICTION PREVENTION Resources! Bergen County Human Services has many resources too.. CLICK HERE! Also 211 is available & BCBSS is working remotely as well> 201-368-4200. You can leave a MSG if you do not get the voice mail.

UPDATED NOTE FROM: Regarding Next Step Services: “The Center” in Hackensack: If someone needs to screen with the Next Step remote team for assistance and services, leave a message at 201-336-6480 with their phone number and email (if they have one).  Someone will reach out to screen them.

“Bergen County CARES accepting applications on READ MORE...

Some more resources in case you missed it, and also start to get excited as the libraries get closer to reopening! Click here For JPL Hackensack info.

As the Temps rise, it’s a good reminder that if you are on medications, especially psych. meds as well. it is important to STAY HYDRATED! NJ still does not have a #CodeRed in place, but during the Covid_19 pandemic, 211 has resources that may help. First of all drink plenty of water. Secondly, If you feel you are having a physical emergency, Valley Hospital emphasizes that you should seek treatment and they assure you tht they are taking every precaution so you , should not ignore emergency care if you need the ER!

Did you know that CFA; Center for food action has been giving out water as well as food (while supplies last)? did you sign up for an appointment? Also you may want to call and ask your local food pantry to see if they may be able to help s well! (Just remember , many of them are only taking phone calls right now and no walk ins. CLICK HERE TO see the list! (they are in the HRG Covid-19Resuprce guide PDF! Did you also sign up for MEALS ON WHEELS BERGEN? CLICK HERE!

Here are some other resources you may have missed..

i do want to remind you that you an download the NEW HRG Community Resource Guide PDF w/ important information & great resources from various sources..

**CLICK HERE TO Download the Bergen County, New Jersey Rooming House XLS list (Excel Version). DO YOU NEED A ROOMING HOUSE?

Special Covid-19 Edition- HRG Community Resource Guide! CLICK HERE to down load the PDF! (most of the activities are online now). Print one out for your neighbor as they may not have internet, the food pantry list has the #’s to call as well! Updated May 23, 2020.

NEW IRS PAGE FOR Checking impact payment status! CLICK HERE!

Updated SCHEDULE FOR “The Center’s” Community lunch and dinners: LUNCH- 11:30-12:30 MON-FRI Until Further notice, DINNERS ARE 4:45Pm-6:15Pm  7 DAYS A WEEK 120 So. River St. Hackensack NJ 201-336-6475

Here is some information from some of the HRG Media WordPress Blog that you may have missed. Also Check in with the Hackensack Library updates for when they are re-opening as well as check out their current online events: CLICK HERE FOR Johnson Public Library’s web site with events. CLICK HERE for their Face Book page, as they have Facebook live as well..

Here are some updated links and pages that can assist you here in NJ with your needs: First; check out the HRG YouTube Chanel!

SBA disaster assistance : small businesses CLICK HERE!!

Check the updates for the Stimulus funds from the Government ‘s press releases updated on the HRG BCN News Site, Regarding stimulus $$! COVID-19 NJ-HUB- https://covid19.nj.gov/ New Jersey Department of Health – http://nj.gov/health 
Center for Disease Control – http://cdc.gov
World Health Organization – http://who.int
http://Ready.gov –        http://ready.gov

“LIKE & Follow the HRG News & Resources Face Book pg HERE!

Did you know all 70 towns are stigma free resolution? here are some of their face book pages:

be sure to “LIKE” and follow..
Paramus:
https://www.facebook.com/paramusstigmafree/
Dumont:
https://www.facebook.com/DumontStigmaFree/
Waldwick;
https://www.facebook.com/waldwickstigmafree/
Fair Lawn;
https://www.facebook.com/fairlawnstigmafree/
New Milford;
https://www.facebook.com/nmnjstigmafree/
Wycoff;
https://www.facebook.com/WyckoffStigmaFree/
Oradell;
https://www.facebook.com/oradellstigmafree/
Washington Township;
https://www.facebook.com/WashingtonTownshipNJStigmaFree
Westwood;
https://www.facebook.com/WestwoodNJStigmaFree/
And don’t forget the #StigmaFree zone of NJ:
https://www.facebook.com/SFZNewsofNJ/
Many other towns around Nj have adopted it is well

Dial 211 or go to www.nj211.org! Many of the resources for COVID-19 are at the new NJ COVID-19 INFO HUB!

Here is a link for SSA To keep up to date with EIP & create an account if you chose, as it it best to get up to date info and resources by subscribing to their Blog. They have more than just SSI & SSD info!

REMINDER; Special Covid-19 Edition- HRG Community Resource Guide! CLICK HERE to down load the PDF! (most of the activities are online now). Print one out for your neighbor as they may not have internet, the fod pantry list has the #’s to call as well!

PLEASE NOTE THAT ANY ORGANIZATION MAY CANCEL OR CHANGE THEIR SCHEDULES WITHOUT NOTICE! Please contact them directly for info! CALL THEM BEFORE GOING TO THEIR LOCATIONS! CLICK for sign up for CFA food!

Appreciation month and it is also Mental Health awareness month… Some things to Keep in mind;

Here is a new link for SSA To keep up to date with EIP & create an account if you chose, as it it best to get up to date info and resources by subscribing to their Blog. They have more than just SSI & SSD info!

Even though it’s predicted that things may not be getting back to so called normal by July, positive events, Mental Health events and interactive videos will be on many platforms to engage as well as help thought in need.

There are some ideas on the HRG BCN site> CLICK HERE ! NOW LET ME GET TO THE UPDATES, as there are some important ones and some good resources out there for anyone who may need them. People are coming together and helping thoughts in need threw this pandemic and many organizations are adapting to safely help anyone in need..

Dial 211 or go to www.nj211.org! Many of the resources for COVID-19 are at the new NJ COVID-19 INFO HUB!

**CLICK HERE TO Download the Bergen County, New Jersey Rooming House XLS list (Excel Version). DO YOU NEED A ROOMING HOUSE?

There is also a DOH hotline that is available 24 hrs. to answer any questions. Hotline 1-800-222-1222 (COVID-19

Need food?>>> CLICK HERE! Need help with 12 steps online? CLICK HERE!

**While Churches are closed, you can check out some of the Worship Services on line, such as Mount Olive, RealLife Church, Reformed Church of HH NJ, Second Reformed and others like The River Mission! Many of them are on Face Book but some are available on sound Cloud and You tube of course. Different churches are using face book platform to get the congregations to be involved while people are asked to stay at home During the COVID-19 pandemic. Here is one Church’s Worship to watch on youtube! Be sure to tune in to the HRG News & Resource Face Book page on Sunday for more live services!> CLICK HERE! NJ.com also has a good list of Worship Services that you can check out! CLICK HERE!

PRICE GOUGING IN NJ: contact: Consumer affairs: (CLICK HERE) Call Consumer Service Center Hotline (973) 504-6200

IRS UPDATED info on Stimulus checks; CLICK HERE!

SSA update info on Benefits, CLICK HERE!

*Some basic info on Temporary housing info: for Bergen Even though evictions are suspended in NJ; GBCA is still processing Homelessness Prevention Program claims CLICK HERE for info in Bergen. Also if you are looking for a room in a NJ DCA approved rooming house, CLICK HERE to down load the Excel Version!

Please remember to continue “social distancing ” and wash you hands! Updates on CDC are on their site and Bergen County info is on their dashboard!! for all NJ info; remember dial 211 or http://www.nj211.org

New Jersey Department of Health 24 hour COVID-19 hotline. 1-800-222-1222

If you know of any Churches that are having online services/masses HRG can publish them; email HRG BCN at: Editor@HRGBergenCommunityNews.com

HRG BCN news is at: www.hrgbergencommunitynews.com

Looking for work? There are many job openings CLICK HERE for NJ101.5. they have 2 government links with job opportunities for NJ!

For more listings: https://jobs.covid19.nj.gov/