Millburn Township Social Worker
Millburn employs a social worker who can guide you regarding which programs you might be eligible.
Contact: Tom Sadowski 8:30 AM – 4:00PM Monday – Friday
973.535.7961 x 7102
Millburn Food Pantry - contact Corey Chiarolanzio at 973. 535.7961 x 7102. Food can be picked up or delivered to your home. Contact:
Lasagna Love - Their moto is: Feed families, Spread Kindness, Strengthen Communities. They are a worldwide non-profit, and there are volunteers in our community. There is a simple site on which to request meals.
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Bobrow Food Pantry – located at Oheb Shalom, 170 Scotland Ave, South Orange NJ. They are open on one Sunday per month. Call to find out exactly which Sunday, in a particular month, it is open, as well as hours.
Call: 973.762-7067
ohebshalom.org/the-bobrow-kosher-food-pantry/
Our Lady of Sorrows Church Food Pantry – located at 217 Prospect Street, South Orange, NJ. They are open the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month from 9AM-3PM.
Call: 973.370.0548
Women’s and Family Services
Jewish Family Service of MetroWest - This is a family social service agency which can offer support in a number of ways. Their website is simple to navigate and can guide you to the areas for your specific needs:
Call: 973-740-1233
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Financial support:
Call: 973-765-9050
jfsmetrowest.org/financial-support-services
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Counseling (children, teens, adults, families):
Call: 973-765-9050
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Domestic Violence:
They discuss your situation with you, your legal rights, your options, and help you through the Essex County court system. They also provide support and offer counseling for children who are affected by domestic violence.
Call: 973.740.1233
Jfsmetrowest.org/domestic-violence-rachel-coalition
Legal services:
Call: 973-746-2131
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National Council of Jewish Women - This resource is specifically designed for women. Some of their financial offerings come through supermarket cards as well as through Uber cards. They help women find employment through a variety of career services, including providing laptops. They offer legal services as well. Contact:
Patty Kremen, Director
Call: 973-994-4994 x 280
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Domestic Violence Response Team (DVRT) – Once you reach out to Millburn police, you will be offered a confidential meeting with an advocate from the DVRT. The DVRT members are trained volunteers who will guide you through your options as a domestic violence victim. They will explain the procedures for each options available to you.
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Mom’s Helping Moms – You must be financially eligible (less than $27,750 annual income) to take advantage of their offerings. They are located in Warren, NJ and can supply you with diapers, wipes, clothes, high chairs, and other baby essentials.
Call: 908-205-8017
Children's Services
Millburn free/reduced lunch program – Use the form found at the link below to submit for free/reduced lunch if your income qualifies. All submissions are strictly confidential
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Millburn Subscription Bussing Waiver - Use the form found at the link below to submit for free bussing if your income qualifies. All submissions are strictly confidential
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Back to School Store – Supplies for the academic year are available, at no charge, at pop-up locations in Essex County, including Millburn. Supplies range from a backpack of school supplies to winter clothing – all free of charge. This is for children K – 5. For dates and locations, call the National Council of Jewish Women.
Call: 973-740-0588
Ncjw.wessex.org/back-to-school-store
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Jewish Family Services (JFS) offers counseling services for children. Everything is confidential. Therapists are licensed professionals.
973. 740. 1233 or 973.746.2131
Household and ongoing Expenses
Utilities and Service Providers - Contact your provider (i.e., American Water Company, PS&G, Verizon, car loan, etc.) and request assistance with paying your bill.
Mortgage – Contact your mortgage company/bank and request financial assistance.
NJ Shares - Financial assistance program for eligible NJ residents. They will help with gas, electric, water, property taxes, mortgage, or rent.
Call: 866-657-4273
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NJ Helps - Financial assistance program for eligible NJ residents. You will need to apply to determine financial eligibility for these programs, which include, but are not limited to:
SNAP – food assistance
WFNJ/TANF or WFNJ/GA – cash assistance
NJ Family Care/Medicaid – health insurance
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Millburn Affordable Housing - Please use the link below to access the Millburn township page where all affordable housing location are compiled. We encourage all who qualify to apply.