Resources and Links

The FoodBank of Monmouth & Ocean Counties is now Fulfill. We’ve changed our name, because we’re doing more than ever to change lives in our communities for the better.

Food pantries and soup kitchens are good options for anyone needing access to food quickly, this includes students and their family members. Eligibility for assistance differs depending on the local organization you are seeking support from. There are several organizations that only require you to be a New Jersey resident and others that welcome everyone, no questions asked.

Articles for parents and description of how school counselors can help children and families

This guide outlines programs and services that may be of interest to individuals and families in Ocean County.

Where the Art of Being Well Meets the Science of Wellbeing - LOCAL SERVICES

NJ 211 is a statewide nonprofit organization renowned for its 211 call center that operates 24 hours a day for New Jersey’s residents facing a crisis or dealing with a disaster. We maintain a robust and comprehensive directory of over 6,300 government and nonprofit programs, which is continually updated by a team of curators to ensure the most up-to-date information on programs. The directory is used by our specialists when assisting callers and can also be found on our website for easy use by residents.

Yet it’s our one-to-one, human-centered approach to service delivery that is our trademark. We take great pride in personally interacting with residents and the agencies that serve them. When people dial 211, they reach someone who will listen carefully and guide them to the health and human services resources and services they need

New Jersey's 24/7 Peer Support & Suicide Prevention Hotline

Helpful information about anxiety and stress.

The Ocean County Department of Human Services was established by the Ocean County Board of Commissioners to initiate and support program development addressing human services needs in Ocean County. The Department aims to facilitate and oversee, through effective partnerships, a comprehensive approach to meeting the needs of at risk individuals and families. The Department is comprised of different Boards and Commissions that focus upon specialized areas of service delivery and program development.

OceanResourceNet is an online directory of Ocean County’s many valuable resources. It is for all community members to use as a way to locate resources that are community-based, informal, and formal, geared toward youth and families. Provides a wide range of information about support, resources, and services for families in Ocean County, New Jersey.  

O.C.E.A.N. Inc. changes people’s lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.

When your child is facing challenges to their functioning and well-being, finding the right services and support can be overwhelming.  If you have concerns about your child’s mental health and/or are interested in learning more about what help is available, call PerformCare at 877-652-7624 or visit www.performcarenj.org. 

The Boggs Center is New Jersey’s federally designated University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities and part of Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Department of Pediatrics. Since its inception in 1983, The Center has emphasized a community-based, lifespan approach to meeting the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. In 2016, The Boggs Center was designated as New Jersey’s Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (NJLEND) program.

The Boggs Center prepares students through interdisciplinary programs, provides community training and technical assistance, conducts research, and disseminates information and educational materials.

To honor her memory, the Center is named for Elizabeth Monroe Boggs, PhD, considered to have been the leading authority in the field of developmental disabilities policy. She coined the term developmental disabilities, spearheaded efforts to create legislation benefitting people with developmental disabilities, and helped to shape the role of Medicaid and Social Security for people with disabilities.

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation and to improve the lives of individuals living with mental and substance-use disorders, and their families.

SAMHSA’s mission is to lead public health and service delivery efforts that promote mental health, prevent substance misuse, and provide treatments and supports to foster recovery while ensuring access and better outcomes for all.

SAMHSA envisions that people with, affected by, or at risk for mental health and substance-use conditions receive care, achieve well-being, and thrive.

There are some amazing FREE services provided by the Center for Vulnerable Children located at the Jersey Shore University Medical Center. 

Medical website with a wealth of information