Paramus
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Local offices in Paramus
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Housing help · City office
Paramus Affordable Housing
105 North Farview Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652
Help here
- Affordable housingAsk about affordable housing options for eligible residents and how to apply.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on paramusborough.gov
Human services · City office
Human Services
1 West Jockish Square, Paramus, NJ 07652
Help here
- Needs assessment and referralsStaff can help you understand your needs and connect you with local care and support services.
- Food pantry referralsContact Human Services to ask about help from the Paramus Community Food Pantry.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on paramusborough.gov
Local office · City office
Borough of Paramus
1 West Jockish Square, Paramus, NJ 07652
Help here
- General borough helpCall Borough Hall for help finding the right borough department.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on paramusborough.gov
Older adults · City office
Joseph Cipolla Senior Activity Center
93 North Farview Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652
Help here
- Senior activities and supportContact the center about programs and support for older residents.
- Senior transportationThe borough provides transportation information for older residents through its senior bus service.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on paramusborough.gov
State office
New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission Paramus Inspection Station
20 West Century Road, Paramus, NJ 07652
Help here
- Vehicle inspectionVisit this MVC station for vehicle inspections.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nj.gov
Library · City office
Paramus Public Library
116 East Century Road, Paramus, NJ 07652
Help here
- Library services and programsVisit the library for books, information resources, and community programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on paramuslibrary.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Paramus Recreation
475 North Farview Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07652
Help here
- Recreation programsResidents can find and register for seasonal sports, classes, playground programs, and community events.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on paramusborough.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Paramus first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
St. John's Lutheran Church
13 miles from the center of Paramus155 North Street, Jersey City, NJ 07307
Hours
- Sat10 AM to 1 PM (2nd of the month)
Listed on gracecommunityjc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
The Sharing Place, Inc.
15 miles from the center of Paramus440 Hoboken Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306
Hours
- Sat8 AM to 12 PM (3rd of the month). Or until food runs out
Who can come: People in the greater Hudson County area
What to bring: Bring ID and documentation showing enrolled programs, if available. No one is turned away while food is available.
Listed on thesharingplacenj.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Damascus Christian Church
15 miles from the center of Paramus114-120 Logan Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306
Hours
- Sat10 AM to 12 PM (2nd of the month)
Listed on gracecommunityjc.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
The Apostles’ House Food Pantry
The Apostles’ House
15 miles from the center of Paramus22 Grant Street, Newark, NJ 07104
Hours
- Mon10 AM to 3 PM
- Wed10 AM to 3 PM
- Fri10 AM to 3 PM
Listed on theapostleshouse.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Jesus Family Ministry Food Pantry
Jesus Family Ministry
15 miles from the center of Paramus951 West Side Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306
Hours
- Mon12 PM to 12:45 PM
- Tue12 PM to 12:45 PM
- Wed12 PM to 12:45 PM
- Thu12 PM to 12:45 PM
- Fri12 PM to 12:45 PM
Who can come: Homeless individuals, struggling families, and anyone in need
Listed on jesusfamilyministry.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Roseville Church Food Pantry
Roseville Church
15 miles from the center of Paramus36 Roseville Avenue, Newark, NJ 07107
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Groceries distributed every 2nd Monday of the month.
Who can come: All patrons
Listed on rosevillechurch.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Paramus
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Community Foodbank of New Jersey
31 Evans Terminal, Hillside, NJ 07205
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Northeast New Jersey Legal Services Corporation
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Greater Bergen Community Action
392 Main Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Listed on nj.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Bergen County
Paramus is in Bergen County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Bergen County Board of Social Services
218 Route 17 North, Building A, Rochelle Park, NJ 07662
Help here
- Food and cash assistanceApply for SNAP, General Assistance, or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families.Apply online
- NJ FamilyCare enrollment helpGet in-person help applying for NJ FamilyCare health coverage.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bcbss.com
Child support · State office
Bergen County Child Support
39 Hudson Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Help here
- Child support order enforcementGet help enforcing an existing child support order.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on njchildsupport.gov
State office · Regional office
St. Joseph’s Medical Center WIC Program, Hackensack clinic
15 State Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Help here
- WIC nutrition supportAsk about WIC food benefits and nutrition support for eligible families.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nj.gov
Housing help · County office
Housing Authority of Bergen County
One Bergen County Plaza, 2nd Floor, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Help here
- Housing assistanceFind information about rental assistance and affordable housing programs for eligible residents.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on habcnj.org
Human services · County office
Bergen County Department of Human Services
One Bergen County Plaza, 2nd Floor, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Help here
- Human and family servicesGet information, referrals, counseling, and help finding services for individuals and families.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bergencountynj.gov
Public health · County office
Bergen County Department of Health Services, Office of Public Health Nursing
One Bergen County Plaza, 4th Floor, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Help here
- Public health nursingGet information about immunizations, communicable disease prevention, tuberculosis case management, and cancer screening.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bergencountynj.gov
New Jersey programs by kind of help
These are run by New Jersey and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
- SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- NJ 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988