Losing your job can be overwhelming and stressful, but you are not alone. As a result of COVID-19, many New Jerseyans are facing economic insecurity at this time, and are stressed about paying bills and putting food on the table. We are here to help. This page will help you connect to benefits and resources you need while you are trying to safely get back to work, as well as some tips for coping with the stress of losing a job.
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If I’m self-employed or own a business, am I eligible for unemployment or other benefits?
Last Updated: 02/17/2023
If you've lost your job and are seeking help, refer to this general guide that will help you connect to benefits and resources you may need while trying to safely get back to work as well as tips f...
What types of benefits or assistance are available to me during the coronavirus outbreak?
Last Updated: 03/02/2022
Health Insurance: If you do not have health insurance, or lose coverage, you may be eligible for free or low-cost coverage through NJ FamilyCare, New Jersey's publicly funded health insurance progr...
If you've lost your job and are seeking help, refer to this guide that will help you connect to benefits and resources you may need while trying to safely get back to work as well as tips for copin...
How do I apply for food, cash, and health insurance assistance?
Last Updated: 02/07/2023
New Jersey has an online application and screening tool, NJHelps, that can be used to see if you are eligible for food assistance (SNAP), cash assistance (WFNJ/TANF or WFNJ/GA), and health Insuranc...
What resources are available for immigrants in New Jersey during the coronavirus outbreak? What information is there about enforcement of immigration policy?
Last Updated: 02/23/2022
Health Care Coverage and Resources
COVID-19 Testing and Treatment: No one in New Jersey should hesitate to get tested, regardless of immigration status or insurance coverage. Testing for COVID-19-...
How can I get testing or treatment for COVID-19 if I'm uninsured or undocumented? How do I cover health costs associated with COVID-19?
Last Updated: 01/20/2022
COVID-19 testing and treatment is available to everyone in New Jersey regardless of their insurance or immigration status.
Below you will find resources for free testing and treatment as well as ho...
If I'm still being paid by my employer during the COVID-19 outbreak, should I apply for benefits?
Last Updated: 03/25/2020
Please do not apply for benefits if you continue to be paid by your employer during COVID-19.
Source: https://www.nj.gov/labor/worker-protections/earnedsick/covid.shtml
If I'm a business that urgently needs workers, or if I'm a worker looking for a job, where can I go?
Last Updated: 05/07/2020
Job Seekers
If you've lost your job and are seeking help, refer to this guide that will help you connect to benefits and resources you may need while trying to safely get back to work as well as ti...
