Community Resource Directory
Connecting Families to Resources, Support & Opportunities
At It Takes a Village Housing, we believe that access to essential resources plays an important role in helping families achieve stability, independence, and long-term success.
Our Community Resource Directory provides helpful information about local organizations and programs serving mothers, children, and families throughout Camden, Camden County, and surrounding communities.
Whether you are seeking housing assistance, food, healthcare, employment opportunities, parenting support, or other essential services, this directory is designed to connect you with organizations that may be able to help.
Together, we can strengthen families and build healthier communities.
COMMUNITY AND FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES
HOUSING AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
3. Camden County Board of Social Services
Services Provided: Provides assistance to eligible individuals and families throughout Camden County. Services include:
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SNAP (food assistance benefits)
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Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
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General Assistance (GA)
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Medicaid and NJ FamilyCare application assistance
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Emergency housing and rental assistance for eligible households
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Utility assistance and referrals
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Employment-related support services
Address: 101 Woodcrest Road, Suite 161, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
Telephone: (856) 225-8800
Website: Camden County Board of Social Services
4. Camden County Council on Economic Opportunity, Inc. (CCCOEO)
Services Provided: Camden County OEO is a nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting low-income individuals and families in achieving economic stability and self-sufficiency. Services include:
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Housing Assistance: Homelessness prevention, rental assistance, affordable housing resources, and housing referrals.
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Utility Assistance: Help with heating, electricity, and utility bills through eligible energy assistance programs.
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Weatherization Services: Home energy improvements designed to reduce utility costs.
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Emergency Assistance: Limited emergency financial assistance and referrals for families experiencing hardship.
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Employment Services: Job readiness, résumé preparation, employment referrals, and workforce development.
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Financial Education: Budgeting, financial counseling, and matched-savings opportunities.
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Youth Development: Educational support, job training, mentoring, and career preparation.
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Women's Support Services: Employment readiness, educational opportunities, and supportive services for women.
Main Office Address: 538 Broadway, Camden, NJ 08103
Telephone: (856) 964-6887
Website: www.cccoeo.org
FOOD ASSISTANCE AND BASIC NECESSITIES
5. Cathedral Kitchen
Services Provided: Free nutritious meals, groceries, hygiene supplies, community referrals, assistance accessing benefits, and culinary job training.
Address: 1514 Federal St, Camden, NJ 08105
Telephone: (856) 964-6771
Website: cathedralkitchen.org
6. Food Bank of South Jersey
Services Provided: Provides food assistance to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity through a network of community food pantries, mobile food distributions, and school-based programs. Additional services include nutrition education, SNAP application assistance, and food support programs for children and seniors.
Address: 1501 John Tipton Blvd, Pennsauken, NJ 08110
Telephone: (856) 662-4884
Website: www.foodbanksj.org
HEALTHCARE AND MATERNAL SUPPORT
7. CAMcare Health Corporation
Services Provided: Adult primary care, women's health, pediatrics, dental care, and behavioral health services.
Address: 817 Federal St, Camden, NJ 08103
Telephone: (856) 583-2400
Website: www.camcare.net
8. Camden County Department of Children's Services
Services Provided: Childcare referrals, childcare assistance eligibility information, and support locating licensed childcare providers.
Address: 512 Lakeland Road, Suite 200, Blackwood, NJ 08012
Telephone: (856) 374-6376
Website: Camden County Children's Services
9. Healthy Women Healthy Families (HWHF)
Services Provided: Healthy Women Healthy Families is a New Jersey Department of Health initiative designed to improve the health and well-being of women, pregnant mothers, infants, and families. Services include:
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Prenatal and postpartum support
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Maternal and infant health education
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Community health worker assistance
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Case management and family support
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Breastfeeding education and support
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Postpartum doula services
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Referrals to healthcare and community resources
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Connections to parenting and family assistance programs
Local Coordinating Organization: The Cooperative (formerly Southern New Jersey Perinatal Cooperative)
Address: 808 Market Street, 3rd Floor, Camden, NJ 08102
Telephone (The Cooperative): (856) 665-6000
Program Referrals: (609) 292-4265 — Connecting NJ
Website: Healthy Women Healthy Families
Referral Website: Connecting NJ
EMPLOYMENT AND EDUCATION ASSISTANCE
10. Camden County One-Stop Career Center
Services Provided: Employment assistance, job searches, résumé preparation, career counseling, vocational training, and educational opportunities.
Address: 101 Woodcrest Road, Suite 127, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
Telephone: (856) 549-0600
Website: Camden County One-Stop Career Center
LEGAL ASSISTANCE
11. South Jersey Legal Services
Services Provided: Civil legal assistance for eligible low-income individuals and families, including matters involving housing, family law, public benefits, and other civil legal concerns.
Address: 745 Market Street, Camden, NJ 08102
Telephone: 1-800-496-4570
Website: South Jersey Legal Services
12. Volunteer UP Legal Clinic
Services Provided: Provides free legal assistance and representation to eligible low-income individuals and families throughout South Jersey. Services include:
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Eviction prevention and landlord-tenant matters
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Housing-related legal assistance
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Criminal record expungement
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Driver's license restoration
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Family law matters
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Employment-related legal issues
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Wills, estates, and powers of attorney
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Guardianship matters
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Government benefits assistance
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Municipal court matters
Address: 330 Market Street, Camden, NJ 08102
Telephone: (856) 291-6599
Website: www.volunteeruplegalclinic.org
Last Reviewed: October 24, 2026
It Takes a Village Housing strives to provide accurate and helpful community resources. Program information may change without notice.
Please contact each organization directly for the most current information.