NJ 211

NJ 211 provides live assistance 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Our services are free, confidential and multilingual. There are several ways to reach us:

• Website https://nj211.org
• By phone (simply dial 2-1-1)
• Via text (send your zip code to 898-211)
• By email (info@nj211.org)
• Chat with us online.
• Search our social service directory

Whichever method you choose, you will be communicating with a community resource specialist who has been educated about federal, state, and local systems created to help people who are struggling. Our specialists have access to a resource database of over 6,600 community programs and services that assist people who need help with life's most basic needs like food, utilities, affordable housing, rental assistance, mental and physical health, substance use disorders, childcare, senior needs, legal assistance, transportation, disability services and so much more. 

NJ 211 also serves as the State Homeless Hotline and New Jersey's Utility Assistance Hotline.