Legal
If you are in danger now, call 911
You can talk with an advocate any time. It is free and private, and they can help you make a safety plan.
- National Domestic Violence Hotline800-799-7233
- 911Emergency
- 988 Suicide and Crisis LifelineCall 988
- 988 Suicide and Crisis LifelineText 988
If someone checks your phone, use a private window or a safer device.
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Programs in New Jersey
New Jersey programs for this kind of help. Each agency decides who qualifies.
New Jersey Department of Children and Families
Domestic Violence Services
DCF connects residents experiencing domestic violence with crisis help and local services.
Ways to apply:PhoneIn person
Checked on October 8, 2026
Free legal help in New Jersey
Legal aid groups funded by the Legal Services Corporation give free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, to people with low incomes.
- Central Jersey Legal Services, Inc.
Serves Mercer County, Middlesex County, Union County
Call 732-249-7600Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
- Essex-Newark Legal Services Project, Inc.
Serves Essex County
Call 973-624-4500Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
- Legal Services of Northwest Jersey, Inc.
Serves Hunterdon County, Morris County, Somerset County, Sussex County, Warren County
Call 908-231-0840Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
- Northeast New Jersey Legal Services Corporation
Serves Bergen County, Hudson County, Passaic County
Call 201-792-6363Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
- South Jersey Legal Services, Inc.
Serves Atlantic County, Burlington County, Camden County, Cape May County, Cumberland County, Gloucester County, Monmouth County, Ocean County and 1 more
Call 800-496-4570Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Talk to a person
- NJ 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988