New Jersey Benefits Portals for Seniors: Which Official Site to Use

Last updated: April 7, 2026

Bottom Line: New Jersey does not use one single benefits portal for every senior program. Most older adults will need one of five official systems: NJHelps for food and cash help, NJSave for prescription and Medicare savings, NJ FamilyCare for health coverage, DCAid for utility help, and PAS-1 property tax relief for ANCHOR, Senior Freeze, and Stay NJ. Seniors lose time when they start in the wrong portal, miss a county call, or wait too long to upload proof.

Emergency help now

• Need food this week: Start an application through NJHelps, then call your County Social Service Agency and ask if you qualify for expedited New Jersey Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (NJ SNAP).
• Need medical coverage right away: Call NJ FamilyCare at 1-800-701-0710 (TTY: 711). If care cannot wait, ask a hospital, clinic, or federally qualified health center about Presumptive Eligibility.
• Facing a utility shutoff: Use DCAid or call the New Jersey utility assistance hotline at 1-800-510-3102. You can also call 2-1-1 for emergency local help through NJ 211.

Quick help

• Groceries or cash help: Start with NJHelps.
• Medicare premium, PAAD, Senior Gold, or Lifeline help: Start with NJSave.
• Medicaid and age 65 or older: Use the NJ FamilyCare Aged, Blind, Disabled application.
• Heat, electric, or gas bill help: Use DCAid or call 1-800-510-3102.
• ANCHOR, Senior Freeze, or Stay NJ: Use propertytaxrelief.nj.gov and watch the November 2, 2026 deadline.
• Portal not working: Do not keep reapplying. Call the right office from the table below.

What this type of help actually looks like in New Jersey

Start with the benefit, not the website. In New Jersey, the portal you should use depends on what kind of help the senior needs. Food help, prescription help, Medicaid, utility help, and property tax relief all go through different state systems.

The most common mistake: treating NJHelps like a full senior benefits portal. It is important, but it is mostly the right place for NJ SNAP, Work First New Jersey (WFNJ), child care, and benefit screening. It is not the main portal for NJSave, property tax relief, or most age-65-and-older Medicaid cases.

Need	Official New Jersey portal	Why it matters for seniors	One current New Jersey fact
Food help, cash help, child care	NJHelps and the MyNJHelps account portal	Use this for NJ SNAP, WFNJ, and child care. It also screens for NJ FamilyCare.	NJ SNAP rules for seniors say the minimum monthly SNAP benefit in New Jersey is $95, and households with a member age 60 or older can get a 24-month certification period.
Prescription, Medicare, and Lifeline savings	NJSave	Best first stop for PAAD, Senior Gold, Medicare Savings Programs, Lifeline, and related savings.	The official PAAD page says the 2026 income limit is under $54,943 for one person or $62,390 for a married couple.
Medicaid when the senior is 65 or older	NJ FamilyCare Aged, Blind, Disabled application	Many older adults need the aged, blind, disabled pathway, not the regular family pathway.	The State says on the ABD application page that an in-person interview is not required.
Utility and energy help	DCAid	Use it for Universal Service Fund, Home Energy Assistance, Weatherization, and related help.	The official DCAid application guide says applications are reviewed within 60 days.
Property tax relief	PAS-1 at propertytaxrelief.nj.gov	This is where older adults handle ANCHOR, Senior Freeze, and Stay NJ filing.	The ANCHOR filing page says the deadline for the 2025 application season is November 2, 2026, and seniors are not auto-filed.

Quick facts

• Best immediate takeaway: Most New Jersey seniors need more than one official portal over time.
• Major rule: If you are 65 or older and want ANCHOR, Senior Freeze, or Stay NJ, use PAS-1, not NJHelps.
• Realistic obstacle: County agencies still control a lot of follow-up for food, cash, and some Medicaid cases, even when the application starts online.
• Useful fact: The official SNAP application page says you should still apply even if you do not have every document yet.
• Best next step: Pick the one benefit the senior needs most right now and start there first.

Who qualifies in plain language

• Use NJHelps/MyNJHelps if the senior has low income and needs food help, cash help, or help paying for child care for a grandchild or other child in the home.
• Use NJSave if the senior needs help with Medicare costs, prescription costs, Lifeline Utility Assistance, or hearing-aid help tied to senior or disability programs.
• Use NJ FamilyCare ABD if the senior is age 65 or older and needs Medicaid, especially if savings, spouse information, or long-term-care services are part of the case.
• Use DCAid if the household needs help with heating, gas, electric, weatherization, or lead hazard programs.
• Use PAS-1 if the senior is filing for New Jersey property tax relief and the state tells older or disabled applicants to file through that combined system.

The official benefits portal seniors should use in this state

NJHelps and MyNJHelps

• What it is: NJHelps is New Jersey’s screening and starting point for food assistance, cash assistance, and health coverage screening. The related MyNJHelps account is the online application and case tool for SNAP and WFNJ, and the state’s Ways to Apply page says it can also be used to apply for child care.
• Who can get it or use it: Low-income New Jersey residents, including older adults, kinship caregivers, and adult children helping a senior. The official SNAP page says seniors and people with disabilities can have an authorized representative apply for them.
• How it helps: The state says screening takes about 5 to 10 minutes and a full application about 20 to 45 minutes. You can save an application, upload proof, and check status, and the state’s MyNJHelps case flyer says case tools show status, benefit amount, certification dates, and household members for SNAP and WFNJ.
• How to apply or use it: Start at NJHelps, complete the screener, then continue to the application. After filing, expect a county interview by phone or in person if required.
• What to gather or know first: ID, address proof, income proof, bank information, Social Security numbers, and extra-cost proof like rent, utilities, and medical bills. The senior SNAP rules page says medical expenses over $35 a month may help older applicants qualify for more.

NJSave

• What it is: NJSave is New Jersey’s one-form savings application for older adults and people with disabilities.
• Who can get it or use it: Mainly seniors age 65 and older, plus younger adults with disabilities who meet program rules. NJSave is how New Jersey processes Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (PAAD), Senior Gold, Medicare Savings Programs, Lifeline, and related help.
• How it helps: It can connect a senior to help with Medicare Part B, prescription costs, utility help, and other savings. The official NJSave page says it also screens people for Universal Service Fund, Low-Income Heating and Energy Assistance Program, and SNAP.
• How to apply or use it: Use the NJSave application portal. The portal lets you start, resume, log in, and attach Request for Information (RFI) documents after the state asks for more proof.
• What to gather or know first: Medicare card, prescription coverage details, income and asset proof, insurance cards, utility bills, and award letters such as Social Security, pension, or Veterans Affairs documents. The official New Jersey older-adults page lists 2026 Senior Gold income limits of $54,943 to $64,943 for singles and $62,390 to $72,390 for married couples.

NJ FamilyCare online and the ABD application

• What it is: NJ FamilyCare’s online application handles regular Medicaid and related coverage, while the Aged, Blind, Disabled (ABD) application is the right path for many seniors.
• Who can get it or use it: Adults needing Medicaid or low-cost coverage can apply through NJ FamilyCare, but people age 65 or older usually need the ABD route. The ABD page covers people age 65 and older and those determined blind or disabled.
• How it helps: The regular online FamilyCare system lets users save an application, check status, upload documents, and renew online. The ABD page says all ABD programs use one application and do not require an in-person interview.
• How to apply or use it: For general help, call NJ FamilyCare at 1-800-701-0710 (TTY: 711). For ABD cases, use the ABD page or call 1-800-356-1561. If the senior needs home care, assisted living, or nursing-home Medicaid, also contact the local Aging & Disability Resource Connection for Managed Long Term Services and Supports (MLTSS) screening help.
• What to gather or know first: Identity proof, address, income, bank statements, spouse information, immigration documents if needed, and extra forms if they apply, such as the designated authorized representative or spousal information form listed on the ABD page.

DCAid

• What it is: DCAid is the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs portal for utility and housing-related assistance programs, including the shared utility application for Universal Service Fund and Home Energy Assistance.
• Who can get it or use it: Renters and homeowners with low income or high energy burdens, including homebound seniors. The official utility FAQ says renters can apply, and homebound applicants can ask for a mailed application or home visit by calling 1-800-510-3102.
• How it helps: The official DCAid guide says you can start a new application, continue a saved one, see past applications, and upload documents from a computer or phone.
• How to apply or use it: Go to DCAid, register or log in, link or create a myNewJersey account, complete the screener, and choose the program card that fits your need.
• What to gather or know first: Utility account numbers, shutoff notices, household income information, and ID. The DCAid guide says uploads work best as JPG, PNG, or PDF files under 10 MB, and blurry photos can delay a case.

PAS-1 property tax relief

• What it is: PAS-1 is New Jersey’s combined property tax relief filing system for ANCHOR, Senior Freeze, and Stay NJ.
• Who can get it or use it: The official ANCHOR page says seniors age 65 and older, and people receiving Social Security or Railroad Retirement disability benefits, must file the combined property tax relief application on their own rather than rely on auto-filing.
• How it helps: One filing can handle several programs. It is the clearest portal for New Jersey senior property tax relief, especially for homeowners who may qualify for more than one benefit.
• How to apply or use it: Use propertytaxrelief.nj.gov or paper forms. The Property Tax Relief FAQ says online applicants verify identity through ID.me.
• What to gather or know first: New Jersey tax return information, property tax bill details, block and lot information for homeowners, and disability benefit proof if that rule applies. If the senior is renting and filing for ANCHOR only, follow the current ANCHOR instructions for renter records.

How to create an account step by step

Do this first: Use one notebook page for logins, passwords, security answers, and confirmation numbers. New Jersey does not use one username across every portal.

• Pick the right portal first: Use NJHelps for food or cash help, NJSave for Medicare or prescription savings, NJ FamilyCare for health coverage, DCAid for utility help, and PAS-1 for property tax relief.
• Use the senior’s own contact information when possible: If an adult child helps, it is usually better to list that person as an authorized representative or contact than to build the account around the helper’s email.
• Create the account and stop to write everything down: This matters most for MyNJHelps, NJSave, NJ FamilyCare, and DCAid.
• For NJSave: The login page says the username is the email address used to register with the site.
• For DCAid: The state’s guide says returning users log in through myNewJersey, and new users can create that account during the DCAid setup process.
• For PAS-1: Think of ID.me as the main online identity step. If that part goes badly, switch early to paper filing or in-person tax help.
• Save the confirmation page: Print it, screenshot it, or write down the case or application number before closing the browser.

How seniors can upload proof documents

Upload proof as soon as the portal allows it. Delays often happen because the application went in, but the proof did not.

• MyNJHelps: The official application page says online applicants can upload supporting documents. Do not wait for the county interview if you already have the papers ready.
• NJ FamilyCare: The online application page says account users can upload documents NJ FamilyCare asks for.
• NJSave: After filing, use the portal’s Attach RFI documents feature if the Division of Aging Services asks for more proof.
• DCAid: The official guide says you choose a document type, upload the file, and wait until the status shows 100% complete. Phone users can take a photo instead of browsing for a saved file.
• Best practice: Use clear, straight photos in good light. Keep all four corners visible. If the page is two-sided, upload both sides.
• Do not send the same blurry file over and over: Replace it with a readable one, or call for a mail, fax, or in-person option.

How to renew benefits online

Do not assume every New Jersey benefit renews the same way. Renewal rules change by program.

• MyNJHelps and NJ SNAP: The senior SNAP page says older adults can have a 24-month certification period, but the county still sends recertification or reporting notices. Watch both the portal and your mail.
• NJ FamilyCare: The online application page says account users can renew online the next year.
• DCAid: The portal guide says applicants can choose the recertification option for Universal Service Fund and Home Energy Assistance cases when it applies.
• NJSave: Do not count on online renewal for every program. The PAAD page says some beneficiaries reapply every year and most renew every two years by mailed renewal form.
• PAS-1: Treat property tax relief as a new filing season each year. The state says seniors are not auto-filed for the current ANCHOR season.

How to check application status

Do not rely only on “submitted.” In New Jersey, status often moves in stages.

• MyNJHelps: The state’s case information flyer says SNAP and WFNJ users can see case status, benefit amount, and certification dates online.
• NJ FamilyCare: The online application page says account users can check application status. If needed, call 1-800-701-0710 or the eligibility agency listed on your confirmation page.
• NJSave: Watch your mail for proof requests and use the NJSave portal if asked to attach RFI documents. For case questions, call 1-800-792-9745.
• DCAid: The state guide says you can return to the landing page to view applications, and if you hear nothing within 60 days, contact the local agency.
• PAS-1: Status tools change by season, so use the current ANCHOR page and call 1-888-238-1233 if needed.

What to do if a senior forgets login information

Portal	Try this first	When to stop and call
MyNJHelps	Use the portal’s Forgot Password link if available from the login screen.	If the email tied to the account is old, shared, or no longer accessible, call the County Social Service Agency or get help from a SNAP Navigator.
NJSave	The NJSave login page says your username is the email used to register. Use the Forgot Password link there.	If the email changed or you are locked out, call the Division of Aging Services at 1-800-792-9745.
DCAid / myNewJersey	Use the self-service links on myNewJersey for Forgot Login ID or Forgot Password.	If the problem is a verification code or account access issue, use the myNJ Help Desk.
NJ FamilyCare	Try the online account tools if you still control the email.	If you do not, stop fighting with the portal and call 1-800-701-0710 to continue by phone.
PAS-1 / ID.me	Read the current Property Tax Relief FAQ and retry only if the identity step is minor.	If ID.me is the barrier, switch to paper filing or visit a Regional Information Center. Call 1-888-238-1233.

How to avoid fake websites and scams

Start from a trusted state page, not a search ad. Fake benefit sites and paid “help” sites are common.

• Use official starting pages: NJHelps, NJSave, NJ FamilyCare, DCAid, and propertytaxrelief.nj.gov.
• Do not pay for SNAP help: The State says on its SNAP Navigator page that the listed navigator agencies are the only groups contracted to help with applications, and the help is free.
• Use the right EBT tools: The State says on its EBT balance page that NJFamiliesFirst.com and the ConnectEBT app are the official tools for New Jersey SNAP and WFNJ benefits.
• Know the current tax filing rule: The official ANCHOR filing page says online filers now verify identity through ID.me and no longer use mailed ID or PIN numbers for filing.
• Do not guess which odd-looking address is fake: Some official New Jersey systems still use older state domains, such as NJ FamilyCare’s state site. The safest habit is to begin from the official page linked in this guide.

When seniors should apply online vs by phone vs in person

Pick the method that fits the senior, not the method that sounds modern.

• Apply online if the senior can read the screen, handle passwords, and upload documents clearly.
• Apply by phone if the senior needs language help, gets stuck on account setup, or cannot scan documents. NJ FamilyCare allows phone help at 1-800-701-0710, and utility help is available at 1-800-510-3102.
• Apply in person if the case is urgent, the senior has no stable email, or the paperwork is complicated by marriage, long-term care, or guardianship. Use the county agency list or the Taxation regional office list.
• Stop using the portal and call or visit if the site keeps crashing, a deadline is close, a notice asks for proof you already sent, or the senior needs nursing-home or home-care Medicaid.

Printable checklist before a senior starts an online application

• ☐ A photo ID or other identity proof
• ☐ Proof of New Jersey address
• ☐ Social Security card or number, if requested
• ☐ Medicare card and other insurance cards
• ☐ Social Security, pension, Veterans Affairs, or other income letters
• ☐ Recent pay stubs, if anyone in the household still works
• ☐ Bank statements and other resource records if the program counts assets
• ☐ Rent receipt, lease, mortgage statement, or property tax bill
• ☐ Gas, electric, phone, and water bills
• ☐ Medical expense proof for anyone age 60 or older or disabled
• ☐ Current medication list for NJSave or drug-help cases
• ☐ Immigration documents, if they apply to the case
• ☐ Power of attorney, guardianship, or authorized representative paperwork if someone else is helping
• ☐ A notebook page for usernames, passwords, security answers, and case numbers

Where to get help using the portal

• SNAP Navigators: Use New Jersey’s county-by-county SNAP Navigator list for free help with NJ SNAP and related MyNJHelps questions.
• NJ FamilyCare phone help: The Health Benefits Coordinator line can help with online applications and phone applications in multiple languages.
• NJSave help: The NJSave page says to contact your county-based Area Agency on Aging or the State Health Insurance Assistance Program, or call 1-800-792-9745.
• DCAid login help: Use myNJ Help Desk if the problem is your myNewJersey login or verification code.
• Language help: The New Jersey Department of Human Services language access page says free language assistance is available.

Best local office to call if the online system fails

If this fails	Best official office or page	Best number	Why this is the right place
MyNJHelps for SNAP or WFNJ	County Social Service Agency list	Varies by county	The county usually handles the interview, document review, and final decision.
Need help filling out NJ SNAP online	SNAP Navigators	Varies by county	The State says these are the only contracted agencies for free SNAP application help.
NJ FamilyCare online problem	NJ FamilyCare help	1-800-701-0710	You can apply by phone or get sent to local enrollment help.
Age-65-plus Medicaid or ABD problem	ABD application page and county social services	1-800-356-1561	Older-adult Medicaid cases often need the ABD unit and county financial review.
NJSave lockout or proof request	Division of Aging Services	1-800-792-9745	NJSave, PAAD, Senior Gold, Lifeline, and Medicare Savings Programs are handled there.
DCAid or utility emergency	Utility assistance help	1-800-510-3102 or 2-1-1	You can request a mailed application, home visit, or local agency help.
PAS-1 or ID.me problem	Taxation Regional Information Centers	1-888-238-1233	The Division of Taxation handles property tax relief filing problems.
myNewJersey login problem for DCAid	myNJ Help Desk	Use the online help request	This is the right fix for login ID, password, and verification-code issues.

Important county variation: The State’s county office list updated January 13, 2026 shows real differences inside New Jersey. Essex says its last full appointment is at 3:00 PM, Gloucester closes at 3:30 PM, Passaic opens at 7:30 AM, Somerset’s main office stays open until 6:00 PM, and Morris tells residents to ask about mobile services. Call before you travel.

Common portal problems older adults face

Most delays are paperwork problems, not portal problems. Still, older adults in New Jersey run into the same barriers over and over.

• Wrong portal: Starting in NJHelps when the real issue is PAAD, PAS-1, or age-65-plus Medicaid.
• Shared family email: An adult child opens the account, then the senior never sees notices later.
• Missed county contact: The portal says submitted, but the county still needs an interview or proof.
• Unreadable uploads: Dark photos, cut-off pages, or one file with many unrelated documents.
• Password confusion: A myNewJersey login works for DCAid but not for NJSave, or a NJSave email gets forgotten.
• Identity barriers: ID.me blocks PAS-1 filing, or the senior does not want to complete online identity steps.

Reality checks

• Submitted is not approved: A portal can accept an application instantly, but the county or State agency still has to review it.

• Online systems do not replace mail: New Jersey still uses mailed notices, especially for proof requests, renewals, and decisions.

• Some help arrives as credits, not checks: Utility programs can show up on the bill itself instead of as cash in hand.

• Long-term-care Medicaid is never “just online”: A senior may need both financial review and a clinical screen for home-care or nursing-home services.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Do not open a second application just because the first one is slow.
• Do not ignore a request for proof because you already sent something similar.
• Do not use a paid “benefits consultant” for SNAP help.
• Do not assume PAS-1 auto-files for seniors.
• Do not let the helper’s phone or email become the only login path unless that is truly necessary.
• Do not wait until the deadline to test a login.

Best options by need

• I need groceries now: NJHelps and your county office.
• I need help paying Medicare premiums or drug costs: NJSave.
• I am 65 or older and need Medicaid: NJ FamilyCare ABD.
• I am a grandparent raising a child: NJHelps for food or cash help and NJ FamilyCare for coverage.
• I have a shutoff notice: DCAid, 1-800-510-3102, or 2-1-1.
• I need property tax relief: PAS-1.

What to do if denied, delayed, or blocked

• Ask for the exact reason: Get the date, the missing item, and the deadline. Do not accept a vague answer like “it is pending.”
• Keep every notice: Save screenshots, letters, emails, and upload receipts.
• For SNAP or WFNJ: Call the county agency and ask whether the interview, verification, or recertification form is still missing.
• For NJ FamilyCare: Call 1-800-701-0710 or the eligibility agency listed on your confirmation page. For ABD cases, call 1-800-356-1561.
• For DCAid: The official guide says to contact the local agency if you do not hear back within 60 days.
• For NJSave: Call 1-800-792-9745 and ask whether a Request for Information letter is outstanding.
• For PAS-1: Call 1-888-238-1233 or visit a Regional Information Center. If ID.me is the problem, ask about paper filing.
• If you were denied: Read the written notice and follow the appeal or review instructions on that notice right away. Do not miss the deadline while trying to guess online.

Plan B / backup options

• Use paper: NJ FamilyCare ABD, PAS-1, and other programs still offer paper options.
• Use phone help: NJ FamilyCare, NJSave, the utility hotline, and NJ 211 all give phone-based help.
• Use a free local helper: A SNAP Navigator, county social worker, or State Health Insurance Assistance Program counselor can save a lot of time.
• Use local aging help: Call NJ EASE at 1-877-222-3737 through the Division of Aging Services contact page to reach county aging services.
• For long-term care questions: Ask the local Aging & Disability Resource Connection about MLTSS or whether a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) option exists in the senior’s service area.

Local resources in New Jersey

• County Social Service Agencies: official county list for SNAP, WFNJ, and some Medicaid-related help.
• SNAP Navigators: official by-county help list.
• NJ FamilyCare enrollment help: Health Benefits Coordinators and county outreach sites.
• NJSave and senior benefits help: Division of Aging Services, 1-800-792-9745.
• Medicare counseling: State Health Insurance Assistance Program, 1-800-792-8820.
• Local aging services: NJ EASE, 1-877-222-3737, through the Division of Aging Services contact page.
• 24/7 community help: NJ 211, call 2-1-1 or text your ZIP code to 898-211.
• Tax office help: Regional Information Centers for property tax relief filing problems.

Diverse communities

Seniors with Disabilities

If the senior needs Medicaid at age 65 or older, or needs home-based or facility-based long-term services, start with the ABD application and the local Aging & Disability Resource Connection. If communication access is the barrier, the Department of Human Services language and accessibility page gives alternative-format and communication contacts, including the Division of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.

Immigrant and Refugee Seniors

New Jersey says on its language access page that free language assistance is available. NJ FamilyCare says live translators are available for most languages, and the Office of New Americans language assistance page explains how to ask for interpreting and translated vital documents.

Rural seniors with limited access

Phone and satellite-office options matter in New Jersey. The county office list shows satellite sites in places such as Monmouth, Ocean, Passaic, Somerset, and Union, and Morris notes mobile services. For utility help, the official utility FAQ says homebound applicants can request a home visit by calling 1-800-510-3102.

Frequently asked questions

Is there one official New Jersey benefits portal for seniors?

No. New Jersey splits benefits across several official systems. Use NJHelps for food and cash help, NJSave for Medicare and prescription savings, NJ FamilyCare for health coverage, DCAid for utility help, and PAS-1 for property tax relief. If a site claims to handle everything, be careful.

Should I start with NJHelps, NJSave, or NJ FamilyCare?

Start with the benefit the senior needs most. Use NJHelps for groceries, cash help, or child care; use NJSave for PAAD, Senior Gold, Lifeline, and Medicare Savings Programs; and use NJ FamilyCare ABD if the person is age 65 or older and needs Medicaid. For many seniors, NJSave is the better first stop than NJHelps.

Can an adult child or caregiver apply for a senior in New Jersey?

Yes, often. The official SNAP application page says seniors and people with disabilities can have an authorized representative apply through MyNJHelps or in person. The ABD page also lists a designated authorized representative form. For NJSave, the state’s written instructions discuss preferred contacts and third-party help.

How do I check the status of a New Jersey benefits application?

It depends on the portal. MyNJHelps shows case details for SNAP and WFNJ. NJ FamilyCare accounts can show application status. NJSave help is often handled by phone and mailed notices. DCAid lets you return to the landing page to view applications, and PAS-1/ANCHOR status tools can vary by season.

What should I do if a New Jersey benefits portal will not let me log in?

Use the portal’s self-service password tool first. If the problem is a myNewJersey login for DCAid, use the myNJ Help Desk. If the problem is NJSave, use the Forgot Password link and remember that the username is the registration email. If the login still blocks you, switch to phone help instead of starting a second application.

Do seniors in New Jersey have to renew benefits online every year?

Not always. NJ FamilyCare can renew online, but PAAD renewals are often mailed. Senior SNAP cases can have a 24-month certification period, but counties still send notices. Property tax relief through PAS-1 should be treated as a new filing season each year.

What if ID.me blocks my PAS-1 property tax relief filing?

Do not wait until the deadline to solve it. The Property Tax Relief FAQ says online applicants use ID.me, but paper filing and in-person help are still available. Call 1-888-238-1233 or use a Regional Information Center if the online identity step is the problem.

Resumen en español

Resumen en español: Nueva Jersey no usa un solo portal para todos los beneficios. Si una persona mayor necesita comida o ayuda en efectivo, lo correcto suele ser NJHelps. Si necesita ayuda con medicinas, primas de Medicare o el programa Lifeline, debe empezar con NJSave. Si necesita Medicaid y tiene 65 años o más, debe revisar la solicitud NJ FamilyCare ABD. Para ayuda con luz, gas o calefacción, use DCAid.

Para alivio del impuesto a la propiedad, use propertytaxrelief.nj.gov y la solicitud PAS-1. Si el portal falla, llame a su agencia de servicios sociales del condado, a NJ FamilyCare al 1-800-701-0710, a NJSave al 1-800-792-9745, o a la línea de ayuda de servicios públicos al 1-800-510-3102. Si necesita ayuda local, también puede llamar al 2-1-1 de Nueva Jersey o a NJ EASE al 1-877-222-3737 por medio de la División de Servicios para Personas Mayores. Guarde siempre la página de confirmación y responda rápido a cualquier carta o aviso que pida documentos.

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