NJ FamilyCare housing supports
Housing Supports
Housing Supports may help eligible NJ FamilyCare members find and maintain housing in their communities. Grace can discuss intake, housing needs, and possible support—but the program does not pay rent.
Who may want to explore this
A possible fit starts with the person’s goals.
- NJ FamilyCare members with a housing need
- People experiencing homelessness
- Individuals at risk of losing current housing
- Adults with an applicable health-related need
Possible benefits
Support should connect to everyday life.
- A clearer housing plan
- Support navigating available resources
- Help organizing move-in steps when applicable
- Ongoing attention to maintaining tenancy
What support may include
Specific support is discussed during intake.
These examples are educational, not a promise that every activity, format, or authorization is currently available.
- Pre-tenancy planning
- Help navigating housing resources
- Move-in coordination when authorized
- Tenancy-sustaining support
- Discussion of health and safety needs related to housing
How to begin
Four practical steps from question to decision.
Contact Grace
Share the person’s age, county, goals, and the service or problem you are trying to understand.
Discuss the person
Talk about preferences, routines, strengths, communication, current supports, and what matters most.
Review requirements
Grace explains known availability and any approved-plan, state-program, referral, or intake information that may be relevant.
Decide the next step
If there may be a fit, Grace outlines the next action. A conversation does not guarantee eligibility, authorization, or placement.
Questions families ask
About housing supports
Who may be eligible for Housing Supports?
A person may need NJ FamilyCare coverage, a housing need such as homelessness or risk of losing housing, and an applicable health-related need. Intake determines eligibility.
Does the program pay rent?
No. The Housing Supports Program does not pay rent. It may provide authorized assistance related to finding, moving into, and maintaining housing.
How do I start an intake conversation?
Contact Grace and be ready to discuss NJ FamilyCare coverage, the current housing situation, health-related needs, county, and the best way to reach you.
Talk with Grace
Ask Grace about housing supports.
Tell us what support you are looking for. Grace will listen, explain possible next steps, and help you decide whether a conversation makes sense.