Atlantic County assistance programs.

Locate resources and programs that help with bills and expenses.

The Atlantic Human Resources, Inc. provides dozens of resources and services that try to improve the quality of life and promote self sufficiency on residents. There are dozens of different programs available. Some of them include those noted below. To learn more or apply, contact them at 1 South New York Ave. Suite 303, Atlantic City, NJ 08401 or dial 609-348-4131.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance
This program offers free tax help to senior citizens and individuals who are age 60 or older. This program will also provide training and technical assistance to volunteers who volunteer their time to provide free tax counseling and assistance to elderly individuals in the preparation of their federal as well as state income tax returns.

Rent and Housing Assistance Program
If you apply and are found to be eligible, this program can provide you with short term rent help and funds to pay security deposits, first months rent, and more. Customers are eligible and are behind on their rent will receive temporary rental subsidies for a period of up twelve months, and the money is intended to help them deal with financial emergencies and crisis.

Universal Service Funds
This energy assistance program will provides funding and grants to assist low and moderate income families in meeting the cost of their home heating bills and it will also provide them credit towards electric, utility, and natural gas bills.

Low Income Home Energy Assistant Programs (LIHEAP)
This federal government funded program will provide financial assistance and cash grants to meet heating and cooling costs. There is also an emergency component that will help ensure your service is not turned off.