Start hereFront door
County Offices on Aging (AAA / ADRC)
Find your county’s Area Agency on Aging (AAA) / Aging & Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) lead agency — the main “front door” for older adult and caregiver supports.
New Jersey
New Jersey resources for caregivers
These are New Jersey entry points for caregiver support & respite, NJ FamilyCare long-term services and supports, paid family leave, safety reporting, and benefits portals. (Official sources when possible.)
Status: Draft — please verify links before publishing.
Last reviewed: Feb 8, 2026
Caregiver supportEducation
Caregiver resources & classes
State and community resources for caregivers, plus an evidence-based caregiver stress management program.
RespiteBreaks
Statewide Respite Care Program (SRCP)
Short-term or periodic breaks for caregivers supporting adults who need daily care/supervision. Start through your county ADRC.
Medicaid LTSSMLTSS
NJ FamilyCare: Managed Long Term Services & Supports
Overview of New Jersey’s Medicaid managed LTSS program (MLTSS). Eligibility and services vary by situation.
Self-directedGetting paid
Personal Preference Program (PPP)
Self-directed option for NJ FamilyCare members approved for Personal Care Assistant (PCA) services.
Work supportPaid leave
Family Leave Insurance (FLI)
New Jersey paid family leave benefit information and how to file a claim (for eligible workers).
Benefits portal
NJHelps / NJ SNAP apply
Benefits screening and official application pathways (food/cash assistance and related programs).
SafetyAPS
Adult Protective Services (APS)
Report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of vulnerable adults living in the community. Contact your county APS office.
AdvocacyFacilities
Long-Term Care Ombudsman (OOIE)
Help resolving concerns in nursing homes and other licensed long-term care facilities, including how to file a complaint.