Adult Protective Services
Phone: 201-368-4300
| Phone: 201-785-5757
Phone: 201-336-7705
Phone: 800-624-0275 |
Bergen County Community Transportation
Phone: 201-368-5955
| The County van is handicapped accessible and offers free transportation to medical appointments in Bergen County. Two weeks advanced notice is necessary. They will ask for your name, address, phone, birth date, Social Security number and an emergency contact. |
Chore Service
Phone: 201-489-7790
| Simple household repairs for individuals 60+ and disabled individuals living in Bergen County.
Examples of services include:
Minor plumbing – faucet/toilet leaks
Minor electrical –replace light bulbs, doorbells, etc
Weatherizing – seasonal changes of screens, weather-strip doors and windows
Repair or replace door locks, filters, batteries, springs
Install smoke alarms, grab-bars in bath areas
Please note: Chore is unable to service emergencies. They do not do outdoor work, cosmetic or appliance repair. |
Elder Law
Phone: 201-487-2166
| Get free legal assistance. |
EZ Ride
Phone: 201-939-4242
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Financial Assistance for Homebound Veterans
Phone: 800-827-1000
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Home Energy Assistance Program
Phone: 800-792-9745
| Phone: 201-968-0200, ext. 7036
Helps low income people meet heating and cooling costs. Assists eligible households with high energy bills. Other assistance includes weatherization, insulation, storm windows/doors, caulking, etc. |
Housing Authority of Bergen County
Phone: 201-336-7600
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Jewish Family & Children Services of NJ (Kosher)
Phone: 201-837-9090
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LGBT National Senior Hotline
Phone: 888-234-7243
| A hotline for LGBT elders in need of peer counseling, information and local resources. |