Housing

Everyone Deserves a Place to Call Home

The CWS Jersey City Housing Team works closely with individuals and families, offering temporary housing and guidance on life in their new community, including furnishing homes, connecting utilities, and providing community orientation to ensure a smooth transition.

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Resources for New Commers

Housing Handbook English, Spanish, Ukrainian

Save Money with PSE&G English, Spanish

LIHEAP English, Spanish, Ukrainian

Recycling English, Spanish

Tips to avoid Rental Frauds English, Spanish, Ukrainian

Temporary Rental Assistance English, Spanish, Ukrainian

Eviction Procedure English, Spanish, Ukrainian

Financial Assistance Programs for PSE&G Customers English, Spanish, Ukrainian, Creole.

Housing Info by County

Emergency Assistance

- Bergen County Housing, Health, and Human Services Center offers emergency housing assistance. More info: https://www.co.bergen.nj.us

Utility Providers (PSEG)

- PSEG offers payment assistance programs for low-income households. More info: https://nj.pseg.com

Public Shelters

- Bergen County Shelter Services and Family Promise provide emergency shelter for families and individuals. Contact: https://www.co.bergen.nj.us

Fair Market Rent (FMR)

- FMR: 1-Bedroom - $2100, 2-Bedroom - $2650.

Affordable Housing Programs

- Section 8 housing administered by Bergen County Housing Authority. More info: https://www.bergenha.org

Rental Assistance Programs

- Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) available through Bergen County.

Legal Aid and Tenant Rights

- Bergen County Legal Services: Legal representation for tenants facing eviction. Contact: https://www.lsnj.org

Emergency Assistance

- Essex County Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP): https://www.essexrent.org

Utility Providers (PSEG)

- PSEG assistance through LIHEAP and Fresh Start programs.

Public Shelters

- Newark Emergency Services for Families and New Community Corporation offer shelters and services.

Fair Market Rent (FMR)

- FMR: 1-Bedroom - $1558, 2-Bedroom - $1750.

Affordable Housing Programs

- Section 8 and public housing through Essex County Housing Authority.

Rental Assistance Programs

- Essex County-specific ERAP and FOCUS-Hispanic Center provide rental help.

Legal Aid and Tenant Rights

- Essex County Legal Services for eviction defense and tenant rights advocacy.

Emergency Assistance

- Bayonne Economic Opportunity Foundation (BEOF): Offers financial help for rent and utilities. Phone: (201) 437-7222

- NJ Shares for utility assistance: https://njshares.org or call (866) 657-4273.

- PACO: Provides utility assistance. Phone: (201) 217-0583

- More info: https://www.essexrent.org

Utility Providers (PSEG)

- PSEG and LIHEAP help low-income families pay bills. PSEG: https://nj.pseg.com or call (1-800-436-7734).

Public Shelters

- Emergency housing shelters and services can be found through https://hudsonhomeless.com

Fair Market Rent (FMR)

- FY 2024 FMR for a 1-bedroom: $2025, 2-bedroom: $2299.

- For more FMR information, check https://huduser.gov

Affordable Housing Programs

- Section 8 Housing: Available through Hudson County Housing Authorities. More info: https://huduser.gov

Rental Assistance Programs

- BEOF and Catholic Charities offer rental assistance programs for Hudson County residents. More info: https://hudsoncounty.com

Legal Aid and Tenant Rights

- Hudson County Legal Service Providers offer legal aid for housing disputes. Contact: https://hudsoncounty.com

Emergency Assistance

- Catholic Charities and Middlesex Board of Social Services provide emergency housing assistance. More info: https://middlesexsocialservices.org

Utility Providers (PSEG)

- PSEG offers assistance through Fresh Start and USF programs. More info: https://nj.pseg.com

Public Shelters

- Catholic Charities Ozanam Shelter offers emergency housing for families.

Fair Market Rent (FMR)

- FMR for Middlesex County: 1-Bedroom - $1970, 2-Bedroom - $2250.

Affordable Housing Programs

- Section 8 housing and Community Hope for veterans and individuals with special needs.

Rental Assistance Programs

- Middlesex ERAP and Section 8 programs.

Legal Aid and Tenant Rights:

- Central Jersey Legal Services provides tenant rights education and legal help. Contact: (732) 249-7600.

Emergency Assistance

- Passaic County Human Services provides rental and utility help. More info: https://www.passaiccountynj.org

- Community Action Partnership (CAP) offers emergency support for rent and utilities.

Utility Providers (PSEG)

- PSEG and H2O Help to others programs offer assistance to low-income households. More info: https://nj.pseg.com

Public Shelters

- Eva’s Village and Passaic County Women’s Center offer shelter services. Contact Eva’s Village: (973) 523-6220.

Fair Market Rent (FMR)

- FY 2024 FMR: Studio - $1725, 2-Bedroom - $2350.

Affordable Housing Programs

- Section 8 housing and public housing programs through Passaic County Community Development. Contact: (973) 881-4454.

Rental Assistance Programs

- Section 8 Housing and Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP). Contact: Passaic County Community Development.

Legal Aid and Tenant Rights

- Passaic County Legal Aid Society: Legal help for eviction and tenant rights. Contact: (973) 345-6000.

Success Stories

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A Journey into New Futures: The Tale of Yhoan Manuel and His Family

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Family and the Power of Support

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Supporting Refugees with Safe Housing: A CWS Success Story

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A New Beginning: The Story of Hope and Resilience of the Henao Cano Family

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Homecoming: Viktoriia’s path to permanent housing with CWS support

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Being a volunteer with the Housing Team means offering crucial support in the refugee resettlement process. There are numerous ways you can contribute as a volunteer: apartment set-ups, moving help, and creating welcome home kits. Join our mission and help welcome your newest neighbors.

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Housing

Everyone Deserves a Place to Call Home

Resources for New Commers

Housing Info by County

Success Stories

A Journey into New Futures: The Tale of Yhoan Manuel and His Family

Family and the Power of Support

Supporting Refugees with Safe Housing: A CWS Success Story

A New Beginning: The Story of Hope and Resilience of the Henao Cano Family

Homecoming: Viktoriia’s path to permanent housing with CWS support

Landlords

Volunteers

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