After NJ’s latest press conference, with the NJ DCA’s rental assistance online application in full swing, Murphy extends the “No shut off” Moratorium for Utilities (EO 229). Also other programs have started as the third stimulus package makes it’s way to the states. Also note that EO 223 helps some in NJ from limited garnishment from debt for the third stimulus checks. For these Executive Orders, just scroll down their Executive Orders info page on the NJ official site. Just as a reminder, the no eviction EO in NJ has also been extended to May 2021.

Notice the Cover picture? In Hackensack NJ, this drop box is where applicants can conveniently put their USF/LIHEP forms for that program which has not stopped or changed during the pandemic. (The drop box is located right next to Christ Church on State st. at 261 State St.) Note; that program has been accepting applications and renewing applications throughout the pandemic and especially now as we get to warmer weather and so many will be needing help with summer cooing assistance! CLICK HERE for the forms to download! For other counties in NJ CLICK HERE! There are also programs for phone, water and other utilities as well as Rx discounts which can help cut costs! Many of these programs have been around before the state shut down. For businesses, small businesses there is relief coming shortly. Check in with your county or the NJ sites to see what there is for your small business!

Below are some of the resources for low income residents and thoughts in need. If you are behind on rent, you really should apply for the NJ DCA rental assistance program! CLICK HERE to start the application process!

Are you in need of a free government Phone? There are at least 2 brands to choose from! Apply today!> Safelink & assurance!

To download our new HRG Community Resource Guide 2021 PDF! > CLICK HERE!!!

Need help with seniors, housing, medicaid supplement, other Rx/ health assistance?

From assistance & Help with Electric, Heat, other bills like water bill assistance! NJ Family care: medicade, EBT/snap; there are many social services that can help thoughts in need! Even if you are in Bergen and just got housing, you can possibly get a furniture voucher and also there are agencies and Organizations that will even give out and deliver free furniture! Do you have a new apartment on the way? BCBSS can also help with the first months rent & security Deposit! CLICK HERE to see if you qualify! There is also phone, Government phones for low income (Listed below, with other assistance) A good resource is the “need help page“! There are so many resources! all you have to do is ask! Have you checked out NJ Shares for phone bills?

**New DCA rental assistance program announced-THE NJ-DCA PROGRAM PORTAL CLICK HERE! For the applications & more info! CLICK HERE for the announcement! CLICK HERE for the NJ DCA funding source applications & info page!

Here is the new rooming house list Rooming_Houses for Bergen! For rooming house list in Excel Version, Rooming Houses

Have you checked out Bergen County’s DRIVE-THRU COVID TESTING SITE continues at BCC Schedule? Did you register? CLICK HERE for BNBMC info/ registration page!

Other Eviction prevention resources (ESG-eviction / rapid rehousing)  Housing Authority of Bergen County  CLICK HERE!

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

Here is the flyer from the NJ DCA for the Rental Assistance application! To Download CLICK HERE!

Want to know about what you can get at your local food pantries? Do you know where your basic food pantries in Bergen are? https://bit.ly/3rUeYJ3, Yes, some of them give out potatoes and much more..