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Source review: Oct 13, 2026

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Disability & accessibilityProgramState program · NJ

New Jersey Division of Aging Services

New Jersey Statewide Respite Care Program

Short-term or periodic respite care to give an unpaid caregiver a break.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Call ADRC at 1-877-222-3737 to contact your county program.

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    Call ADRC at 1-877-222-3737 to contact your county program.

Official source & instructions

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

New Jersey; program-specific eligibility requirements apply.

  • NJ

What it offers

Respite for vacations, emergencies or caregiver breaks; a 0%–25% contribution based on income.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Adult residents living in the community who need certified daily care and have an unpaid adult caregiver. In 2026: maximum monthly income $2,982 individual/$5,964 couple and liquid assets $40,000/$60,000. Cannot be combined with MLTSS, JACC, AADSP or CHSP.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

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Renewal information

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Contact information

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Source review
Oct 13, 2026
Added to this catalog
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Last updated
Oct 13, 2026

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