Frequently Asked Questions

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES

What does the Ocean County Department of Human Services do?

What is the mission of the Ocean County Department of Human Services?

What services are available through your office?

Where do I go for food stamps/insurance (Medicaid/NJ FamilyCare)?

How can I sign up for your newsletters?

How and what grants can I apply for?

What resource guides do you provide?

How can I attend one of your meetings?

What is the first step to receiving services if currently experiencing homelessness?

Can the Ocean County Department of Human Services place me in a hotel or emergency housing?

What is Code Blue?

		Director Frank Sadeghi was sworn to his first three-year term on the Ocean County Board of Commissioners during the Board’s reorganization meeting Jan. 3, 2024. He serves as the Director of the Board in 2026. Read more
		Deputy Director Jennifier Bacchione was sworn to her first three-year term on the Ocean County Board of Commissioners during the Board’s Jan. 6, 2025 Organization Meeting. She serves as the Deputy Director of the Board in 2026. Read more
		Commissioner Robert S. Arace was sworn into office on January 6, 2025, and serves on the Ocean County Board of Commissioners. Read more
		Commissioner Sam Ellenbogen was sworn into his first three-year term on the Ocean County Board of Commissioners during the Board’s Organization Meeting on January 7, 2026. Read more
		Commissioner Ray Gormley was sworn into his first three-year term on the Ocean County Board of Commissioners during the Board’s 2026 Organization Meeting on January 7, 2026. Read more
Michael J. Fiure, County Administrator 101 Hooper Ave. Admin Building Toms River, NJ 08754 Phone: (732) 929-2147 \| Email: MFiure@co.ocean.nj.us
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