Department of Family and Community Development
Atlantic City, NJ
1333 Atlantic Avenue
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
New Jersey TANF & Welfare Offices
This directory lists 21 offices across 21 cities that handle Work First New Jersey (WFNJ) cash assistance, since each county's Social Service Agency processes its own caseload rather than one centralized state office. Under current state regulation, a three-person household qualifies with monthly income below $839, and the maximum WFNJ grant for that same household size is $559 once approved, with actual payments reduced by any income the family reports. Most people apply online at mynjhelps.gov, a process the state estimates takes 20 to 45 minutes, or by mailing a paper WFNJ-1J form to their county office. A caseworker interview, conducted by phone or in person, typically follows within 30 days of submitting the application.
This site is an independent, non-government TANF directory and isn't affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by any state or federal government agency. Always verify details directly with the official agency before visiting or applying.
Income limit (household of 3)
$839/month for a family of three
Max benefit (household of 3)
$559/month for a family of three
Offices in New Jersey
21
How to Apply for TANF in New Jersey
Step-by-step application instructions and what you'll need.
How Long Does TANF Take to Get Approved?
Typical approval timelines, and how to check where your application stands.
How Much Does TANF Pay? Benefit Amounts Explained
How your payment is calculated, and what it could look like for your household.
TANF Offices in New Jersey by City
Cities with 1-2 offices show their address and hours directly below. Cities with 3 or more show a link to see every office.
Warren County Division of Temporary Assistance and Social Services
Belvidere, NJ
1 Shotwell Dr.
Belvidere, NJ 07823
Camden County Board of Social Service
Camden, NJ
600 Market Street
Camden, NJ 08102
Union County Division of Social Services
Elizabeth, NJ
342 Westminster Avenue
Elizabeth, NJ 07208
Hunterdon County Department of Human Services
Flemington, NJ
6 Gauntt Place PO Box 2900
Flemington, NJ 08822
Monmouth County Division of Social Services
Freehold, NJ
3000 Kozloski Road PO Box 3000
Freehold, NJ 07728
Fax: 732-431-6017
Freehold 8:30 AM - 4:40 PM Thurs: 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM Ocean Field Office: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Tues. & Weds: 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Hudson County Dept of Family Services
Jersey City, NJ
Division of Welfare
Jersey City, NJ 07302
Fax: 201-420-0343
Morris County Office of Temporary Assistance
Morristown, NJ
340 W. Hanover Ave PO Box 900
Morristown, NJ 07963
Burlington County Board of Social Services
Mount Holly, NJ
795 Woodlane Road
Mount Holly, NJ 08060
Middlesex County Board of Social Services
New Brunswick, NJ
181 How Lane
New Brunswick, NJ 08903
Essex County Dept of Citizen Services Division of Welfare
Newark, NJ
18 Rector Street 9th Floor
Newark, NJ 07102
Fax: 973-643-3985
7:30 AM -4:00 PM Weds. by appointment only - 973-733-2001: 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM *Closed to public every 3rd Thursday of the month.
Sussex County Division of Social Services
Newton, NJ
83 Spring Street Suite 203 PO Box 218
Newton, NJ 07860
Passaic County Board of Social Services
Paterson, NJ
80 Hamilton Street
Paterson, NJ 07505
Salem County Board of Social Services
Penns Grove, NJ
147 South Virginia Avenue
Penns Grove, NJ 08069
Cape May County Board of Social Services
Rio Grande, NJ
4005 Route 9 South
Rio Grande, NJ 08242
Bergen County Board of Social Services
Rochelle Park, NJ
218 Route 17 North
Rochelle Park, NJ 07662
Gloucester County Division of Social Services
Sewell, NJ
400 Hollydell Drive
Sewell, NJ 08080
Somerset County Board of Social Services
Somerville, NJ
73 East High Street PO Box 936
Somerville, NJ 08876
Ocean County Board of Social Services
Toms River, NJ
1027 Hooper Avenue PO Box 547
Toms River, NJ 08757
Mercer County Board of Social Services
Trenton, NJ
200 Woolverton Street
Trenton, NJ 08611
Cumberland County Board of Social Services
Vineland, NJ
275 North Delsea Dr.
Vineland, NJ 08360
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Helpful Guides
TANF Income Limits by State
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Learn more →Emergency & One-Time TANF Cash Assistance
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Learn more →What Is TANF?
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