Social Services

Mission

Our mission is to provide information and assistance under guidelines established by the State of NJ regarding various assistance programs. The Social Services department:

1. Assists in the application process for benefit programs
2. Provides information and referrals.

How can I send the Linden Social Services Department a request for assistance?

You may call us directly at (908) 474-8620, visit us at 1120 East Saint George’s Avenue, or click here to fill out a form that will be sent directly to us.

Where do I apply for food stamps?

Food stamps, or SNAP, is a federal program and is administered by the Union County Division of Social Services, 342 Westminster Ave, Elizabeth.

How do I apply for Medicaid?

You can apply on-line at NJ Familycare or call 1-800-701-0710.

I have no income and have children – where do I apply for assistance?

You must apply for TANF at the UCDSS, 342 Westminster Ave, Elizabeth.

I have no income and no children – where do I apply for assistance?

At our offices or call for information.

What programs could I be eligible for?

You can do a self-screen at njhelps.org*.

If I need help with alcohol addiction, whom could I contact for help?

You could contact Alcoholics Anonymous in Union County, by clicking here*.

If I need help with suicide prevention, whom should I call for help?

988 is available for call, text, or chat for those experiencing a mental health-related or suicidal crisis, or those looking to help a loved one through a crisis. Simply call or text 988 for immediate assistance.

Click here to view and/or download the Union County Mental Health & Addiction Services Guide*.

* External Link Notice– Clicking any external link will cause you to leave the City of Linden website and access a site not maintained or controlled by the City. The City of Linden is not responsible for, and cannot guarantee the accuracy of, the content, security, availability, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of information on external websites, nor does it endorse any views, products, or services they may offer.