N.J. Department of Health and Senior Services – Division of Aging Services
The New Jersey Division of Aging and Community Services (DACS) Administers programs designed to make it easier for seniors to get the help they need to support their well-being and to maintain themselves in the community for as long as possible with independence, dignity, and choice.
Caregiver NJ
Website provides a guide to available resources for adults and their families living in new Jersey. It includes basic information, resources in your local community, and other services and resources. Website includes a direct link to download The Pocket Guide to Caregiver Resources in New Jersey.
2-1-1
You can now dial 2-1-1 on your telephone anytime of the day or night to learn about and be connected to social service programs and crisis intervention hotlines
Medicare Counseling through SHIP
SHIP – the State Health Insurance Assistance Program – provides free, objective, and confidential help to New Jersey Medicare beneficiaries who have problems with or questions about Medicare Advantage Plus, and Long-Term Care Insurance.
PAAD/Lifeline/Hearing Aid Assistance Program
The Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (PAAD) program, the Lifeline Program, and the Hearing Aid Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (HAAAD) program are three State programs with similar eligibility guidelines.
Veterans' Services
Many of today's seniors served our country in times of war. This site described available services.
Tax Information for Seniors
The Division of Taxation administers a number of programs providing tax relief to seniors.