Why Hunger:
Free hotline where you can access information for local soup kitchens, food pantries, congregate meal sites, and government nutrition programs.
English Language: https://whyhunger.org/find-food/
Spanish language: https://whyhunger.org/find-food-es/
National Celiac Association:
Includes information for local resources and gluten-free food pantries.
SNAP: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (food stamps)
Federally funded program administered at the state level
Financial support supplementing income to help ensure nutritional needs are met
Eligibility: Anyone Eligible for Medicaid (different than Medicare)
-Recipients of Supplemental Security Income
-Recipients of Social Security Disability or Railroad Retirement Benefits
-Federal or State Assistance for the Blind / Disabled Veterans
Prescreening: https://www.njhelps.org/
Apply: 1-800-687-9512
CSFP: Commodity Supplemental Food Program
Monthly box may include a variety of the following: juice, farina, oats, ready-to-eat cereal, rice, pasta, peanut butter, dry beans, canned meat, poultry, or fish, and canned fruits and vegetables.
Eligibility: Elderly that are at or below 130% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines.
Meals on Wheels:
Mom’s Meals (Possible Cost Associated): https://www.momsmeals.com/
-Pre-made meals available for purchase and/or in some cases covered by Medicare.
-Usually shipped in batches of 10, 14, and 21 days.
-Can store up to 14 days in refrigerator.
-Costs range around <$8.00/meals. Discounts offered for bulk orders and veterans.
Magic Kitchen (Possible Cost Associated): https://www.magickitchen.com/
https://www.magickitchen.com/menu/menu.pdf
https://www.magickitchen.com/menu/menu.pdf
-Most packages are priced at 2 to 4 servings.
-There are some single-serve options.
-Pre-made meals available for purchase and/or in some cases covered by Medicare.
Food Bank of South Jersey
Interactive Food Bank Finder Map https://cfbnj.org/findfood/
Phone: 856-662-4884
First contact to locate and apply for nutritional, social, medical, and financial services. Not a pickup site. Network assists with securing and locating:-Community food resources - locations, hours, and services
-Emergency food program / SNAP benefit application assistance
-Emergency food program / SNAP benefit application assistance
Woodcliff Community Church
Phone: 201-869-4555
7605 Palisade Ave
North Bergen, NJ 07047
Gospel Tabernacle
Phone: 201-863-1000
5029 John F. Kennedy Blvd
North Bergen, NJ 07047
Salvation Army Union City, NJ
Phone: 201-867-4093
515 43rd St
Union City, NJ 07087
Healthcare Assistance:
Rx Assistance:
Medicare Rx Assistance:
Insulin Assistance:
EyeCare America: eligible patients can receive a free eye exam plus a one year follow up for any condition diagnosed in the initial exam.
National Institute of Health: provides information for several organizations that can assist with eye exams, eyeglasses, and eye-related prescriptions.
National Ramp: provides information and resources for obtaining a ramp.
Paying for Senior Care: provides information for state assistance programs for Durable Medical Equipment.
Veterans Crisis Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 (Veterans- press 1)
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
Hours: 24/7. Languages: English, Spanish, and 200+ through interpretation service
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration or SAMHSA's National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Crisis Services & Suicide Prevention: Dial 988
Division Aging and Adult Services
Connects elderly and their family members to available resources.
Rental Assistance
National Low-Income Housing Coalition
Senior Living Discounts
Retail, grocery, restaurant, leisure, travel, etc discounts.
Cleaning For A Reason
-Receive 1 free home cleaning each month for 2 months (2 cleanings total)
-Individuals and families who are receiving cancer treatment, recovering from cancer, or in hospice should be eligible.
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program
Phone: 866-240-1347
Financial and community services for elderly, disabled, low-income individuals.
Home Maintenance and Repair Assistance
Palisades Emergency Residence Corporation
Phone: 201-348-8150
111 37th St
Union City, NJ 07087
Offers emergency shelter to individuals and families, a soup kitchen and food pantry, a day program, permanent housing for chronically homeless individuals, and other community services. Call for eligibility and details.
North Bergen Nutrition and Senior Center
Phone: 201-866-8791
1441 45th Street
North Bergen, NJ 07047
Recreation, transportation, and congregate meals.