27 Rental & Utility Assistance Resources in Essex, New Jersey — Free Help & Counseling

27 verified rental & utility assistance resources in Essex, New Jersey. Find free counseling, crisis support, sliding-scale therapy, substance abuse treatment, and community help on OneClickMentalHealth. Search by city, ZIP, or insurance.

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Acorn Housing, Newark, Nj — Rental & Utility Assistance in Newark, New Jersey — (973) 792-1222 — HUD-approved housing counseling agency authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to provide free or low-cost counseling on rental issues,
Bloomfield Township Ha — Rental & Utility Assistance in Bloomfield, New Jersey — (973) 680-4189 — Public Housing Authority (PHA) chartered by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to administer federal rental-assistance programs in this jurisdic
Catholic Charities Of The Archdiocese Of Newark — Rental & Utility Assistance in East Orange, New Jersey — (973) 266-7964 — HUD-approved housing counseling agency authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to provide free or low-cost counseling on rental issues,
Catholic Community Services- Domus Corporation — Rental & Utility Assistance in Newark, New Jersey — (201) 246-7264 — HUD-approved housing counseling agency authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to provide free or low-cost counseling on rental issues,
Cccs Of New Jersey — Rental & Utility Assistance in Montclair, New Jersey — (888) 726-3260 — HUD-approved housing counseling agency authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to provide free or low-cost counseling on rental issues,
Cccs Of New Jersey (Newark) — Rental & Utility Assistance in Newark, New Jersey — (888) 726-3260 — HUD-approved housing counseling agency authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to provide free or low-cost counseling on rental issues,
East Orange Housing Authority — Rental & Utility Assistance in East Orange, New Jersey — (973) 766-8896 — Public Housing Authority (PHA) chartered by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to administer federal rental-assistance programs in this jurisdic
Empire Housing Corporation — Rental & Utility Assistance in Montclair, New Jersey — (973) 783-3257 — HUD-approved housing counseling agency authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to provide free or low-cost counseling on rental issues,
Episcopal Community Development, INC — Rental & Utility Assistance in Newark, New Jersey — (973) 710-1501 — HUD-approved housing counseling agency authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to provide free or low-cost counseling on rental issues,
Homes Of Montclair Ecumenical Corp. (homecorp) — Rental & Utility Assistance in Montclair, New Jersey — (973) 744-4141 — HUD-approved housing counseling agency authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to provide free or low-cost counseling on rental issues,
Housing Authority Of The City Of Orange — Rental & Utility Assistance in Orange, New Jersey — (973) 675-1250 — Public Housing Authority (PHA) chartered by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to administer federal rental-assistance programs in this jurisdic
Irvington Housing Authority — Rental & Utility Assistance in Irvington, New Jersey — (973) 375-2121 — Public Housing Authority (PHA) chartered by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to administer federal rental-assistance programs in this jurisdic
La Casa De Don Pedro — Rental & Utility Assistance in Newark, New Jersey — (973) 485-0701 — HUD-approved housing counseling agency authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to provide free or low-cost counseling on rental issues,
La Casa De Don Pedro (Newark) — Rental & Utility Assistance in Newark, New Jersey — (973) 485-0701 — HUD-approved housing counseling agency authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to provide free or low-cost counseling on rental issues,
La Casa De Don Pedro (rental Counseling Office) — Rental & Utility Assistance in Newark, New Jersey — (973) 624-4222 — HUD-approved housing counseling agency authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to provide free or low-cost counseling on rental issues,
Montclair Housing Authority — Rental & Utility Assistance in Montclair, New Jersey — (973) 509-4936 — Public Housing Authority (PHA) chartered by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to administer federal rental-assistance programs in this jurisdic
Naca (neighborhood Assistance Corporation Of America) Newark, Nj — Rental & Utility Assistance in Newark, New Jersey — (973) 679-2601 — HUD-approved housing counseling agency authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to provide free or low-cost counseling on rental issues,
New Community Federal Credit Union — Rental & Utility Assistance in Newark, New Jersey — (973) 621-2363 — HUD-approved housing counseling agency authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to provide free or low-cost counseling on rental issues,
New Dimension Community Development Corp. — Rental & Utility Assistance in East Orange, New Jersey — (973) 399-0416 — HUD-approved housing counseling agency authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to provide free or low-cost counseling on rental issues,
New Jersey Citizen Action — Rental & Utility Assistance in Newark, New Jersey — (973) 643-8800 — HUD-approved housing counseling agency authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to provide free or low-cost counseling on rental issues,
Newark Housing Authority — Rental & Utility Assistance in Newark, New Jersey — (973) 273-6677 — Public Housing Authority (PHA) chartered by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to administer federal rental-assistance programs in this jurisdic
Nhp — Rental & Utility Assistance in Orange, New Jersey — (973) 395-1970 — HUD-approved housing counseling agency authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to provide free or low-cost counseling on rental issues,
The Credit Alterntive — Rental & Utility Assistance in Montclair, New Jersey — (973) 509-1903 — HUD-approved housing counseling agency authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to provide free or low-cost counseling on rental issues,
Tri-city Peoples Corporation — Rental & Utility Assistance in East Orange, New Jersey — (973) 675-4484 — HUD-approved housing counseling agency authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to provide free or low-cost counseling on rental issues,
Tri-city Peoples Corporation (Newark) — Rental & Utility Assistance in Newark, New Jersey — (973) 676-5506 — HUD-approved housing counseling agency authorized by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development to provide free or low-cost counseling on rental issues,

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Frequently asked questions

How many rental & utility assistance resources are available in Essex, New Jersey?

OneClickMentalHealth lists verified rental & utility assistance resources across Essex, New Jersey. The full count and current listings are shown above. New providers are added and verified on an ongoing basis.

Are these rental & utility assistance services free?

Most listings on OneClickMentalHealth are free or low-cost. Each resource page shows pricing or fee structure when known. Many providers offer sliding-scale fees based on income, accept Medicaid, or are funded by federal, state, or county programs.

How do I know if I'm eligible?

Eligibility varies by provider — common factors include income, insurance, residency, age, and the type of service needed. Call the listed phone number; most intake staff can tell you in a few minutes whether you qualify and what to bring.

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support in English and Spanish (Spanish: press 2). Veterans can press 1.

Do these services accept insurance or Medicaid?

Many do. Open any resource page to see accepted insurance plans when reported, or call to confirm. If you don't have insurance, ask about sliding-scale fees, charity care, or county-funded programs — many providers serve uninsured patients.

Can I get help in a language other than English?

Yes — many resources offer services in Spanish, and several support Vietnamese, Korean, Chinese, Tagalog, Arabic, or French. Use the language filter, or call 988 (press 2 for Spanish, or use 988lifeline.org/help-yourself/en-espanol/ for more options).

In crisis? Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (free, 24/7, confidential, English and Spanish). Veterans press 1. For LGBTQ+ youth, call 988 then press 3. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.