We provide a wide range of information about support, resources, and services for the residents of Monmouth County, NJ. It is a collaboration between Monmouth ACTS and MonmouthCares, Inc. Brochures: English - Spanish - B&W
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ResourceConnect is the first County-led system in New Jersey, connecting you to food, housing assistance, medical care, employment programs, mental health services, child care and much more.
Call ResourceConnect at 732-683-8959, and a compassionate, trained social worker will answer. They will talk with you about your needs, challenges and together determine the best resources to assist you. Then, if needed, you will be connected to agencies and nonprofit organizations that can help. They will follow up to make sure your needs are met – making sure that your questions are answered and you are never left confused.
Monmouth ACTS Quick Help Guide for Common Needs. Need help now? The purpose of the guide is to provide a quick and easy reference to commonly requested services offered to Monmouth County residents.
Monmouth County Transportation Guide The guide brings together information from a wide range of transportation providers, including county and municipal programs, non-profit providers, private companies, and NJ TRANSIT services- into one accessible resource.
FCS offers a Senior Wellness Program supporting older adults in Monmouth County with in-home wellness assessments, personalized visits, recreational activities, food insecurity screenings, and intergenerational connection to reduce loneliness and isolation. A new free dental clinic has opened at Brookdale Community College through a partnership with Parker Family Health Center and Monmouth County, expanding access to care for uninsured residents and providing on?campus clinical training for future dental professionals. New NJDOE initiative and resources focused on preventing youth disconnection and improving student re-engagement. Includes tools, guidance, and support to help schools and communities address chronic absenteeism and keep students connected. The HSC Executive Committee strongly encourages all agencies interested in serving those who have experienced homelessness, including agencies that have not previously received HUD CoC funding, to consider submission of a Notice of Intent. All Notices of Intent will be evaluated according the scoring criteria attached. The technical assistance session is on June 15th, at 2 PM. Ocean & Monmouth DCPP is offering free water-safety materials to help keep children, families, and caregivers safe as we head into the summer season. These resources are designed for community organizations, schools, pediatric offices, and local programs that want to share practical, easy-to-use safety information with the families they serve. Montalbano served as the Chief Executive Officer of Employment Horizons, a non-profit focused on employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. During this time, she cultivated relationships across the IDD community, including especially with families throughout the state.
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June 23, 2026
Family & Children Service Announces Senior Wellness Program
June 18, 2026
New Free Dental Clinic Opens at Brookdale Community College
June 10, 2026
New Resource Hub Launches: Disconnection Prevention and Student Re-engagement (DPSR) Initiative
June 8, 2026
Monmouth County Homeless System Collaborative is Accepting Notices of Intent for FY2026 Continuum of Care Funding
June 8, 2026
Water Safety Materials Available from Ocean & Monmouth DCPP
May 29, 2026
Lisa Montalbano to serve as Ombudsman for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and their Families
