The Department of Human Services was established in 1987 to provide services in support of individuals and families. A skilled professional staff works within six divisions to provide services that include clinical, residential, and correction services for youth, coordination of child care, domestic violence intervention, information and referral, counseling, and assistance. The department also contracts with over 50 community-based agencies to provide specialized services to residents in need.

Press Releases

• NJ FamilyCare to Further Enhance Services for Older Adults and Individuals with Disabilities (February 7, 2022)
• Governor to Allocate Additional American Rescue Plan Funding to Excluded New Jerseyans
  (January 27, 2022)
• A Call for Entries: 2022 New Jersey Teen Media Contest (January 26, 2022)
• Bergen County Department of Human Services Seeks Volunteers for Domestic Violence Response Team (July 16, 2021)
• NJ Human Services to Deliver $116M in Food Assistance to Children (June 14, 2021)
• NJ Human Services Receives $22.6M for Covid-Related Mental Health (May 12, 2021)
• Governor Murphy to Give $10M in Relief to Child Care Providers (April 13, 2021)

Quick Links

• COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance Program
• Guide to Emergency Assistance and Related Services
• Donate to the Bergen County Housing, Health and Human Services Center
• Donate to the Alfred J. Thomas Home for Veterans
• Donate to Transitional Housing for Families