Family Assistance Program

The JFCS Family Assistance Program (FAP) provides a comprehensive variety of services for community members who are struggling to make ends meet during the current economic downturn. Its mission is to provide the tools and resources needed to gain financial literacy and achieve economic self-sufficiency.

Financial literacy services include crisis intervention and case management, vocational services, emotional support and counseling, financial and budget counseling, assistance in accessing entitlements, and other emergency financial assistance. Emergency cash assistance is available to families in dire economic need, on a case by case basis, as determined by their social workers.

Periodic workshops are provided free to community members on topics such as mortgage issues, budgeting, banking, and credit. Vocational services include free Back to Work support groups for the unemployed, which provide advice on networking, resume writing, and coping skills to deal with emotional issues. Free networking groups also offer ongoing support.

The JFCS Food Pantry provides food, personal care items, gift cards, and scrip to individuals and families experiencing financial hardship. Donations of food, gift cards, and scrip are welcomed.

JFCS Legal Services is a legal clinic which will provide interested community members with an opportunity to consult with attorneys representing a variety of legal specialties, as well as obtain legal referrals.

In addition, a Cancer Emergency Support Fund is available to provide direct financial assistance to residents of South Jersey (regardless of their religious or ethnic denomination) who need assistance with non-medical expenses related to their cancer diagnosis.  These may include, but are not limited to, help with transportation, babysitting, utilities, and rent.

For more information about our Family Assistance Program, please call 856-424-1333 or email fap@jfedsnj.org.