Resources
SCAN is here to assist you in any way we possibly can. Remember free confidential, 24/7 Non-Emergency help for families and seniors is always available by dialing 211.
We’re pleased to provide you with this list of important phone numbers and website addresses for Monmouth and Ocean County agencies. These resources provide information and assistance for a wide range of federal, state and local programs for seniors, persons with disabilities and caregivers.
Also visit SCAN’s YouTube Channel for valuable information and resources from our Lunch & Learn presentations, SCAN FYI Facebook interviews, as well as our Cable TV programs.
Agencies/Programs
Countrywide Links
MakeTheConnection.net – Connect with Stories of Help and Hope
Statewide Links
New Jersey Aging and Disability
New Jersey Natural Gas Payment Assistance Program Phone: (800) 221-0051 Email: energyassist@njng.com
NJNG Energy Efficiency Rebates and Incentives Phone: (877) 455-NJNG (6564) Email: savegreen@njng.com
Help with my Medicare options & issues: 1-800-MEDICARE
The National Council on Aging
General Medicare information, ordering Medicare booklets, and information about health plans.
Toll-free phone: (800) 633-4227
CMS, New York Regional Office
Information on local seminars and health fairs on Medicare health plan choices, or to report a complaint directly to CMS.
Local phone: (212) 616-2222
Toll-free phone: (877) 449-5661
Insurance Department of New Jersey – Consumer Service Division Medigap Policies
Local phone: (609) 292-7272
Toll-free phone: (800) 446-7467
Railroad Retirement Board
(For Railroad Retirement beneficiaries only) – RRB benefits, lost RRB Medicare card, address change, and enrolling in Medicare.
Local TDD: (312) 751-4701
Toll-free phone: (877) 772-5772
Social Security Administration
Changing my address, Medicare Part A or Part B, lost Medicare card, and Social Security benefits.
Toll-free phone: (800) 772-1213
State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
Personalized health insurance counseling
Toll-free phone: (800) 792-8820
Monmouth County Links
Senior Medical Patrol of New Jersey 732-777-1940
Monmouth County Office of Aging 732-431-7450
Monmouth County Office of Disabilities 732-308-3770 Ext 3599
Monmouth County Veterans Service Office 732-683-8675
Monmouth County Affordable Housing Alliance 732-389-2204
Monmouth County Home Delivered Meals 732-775-5155
NJ Department of Labor Workforce 609-341-2030
NJ Division of Employment 732-775-1566
Unemployment Office of NJ to File A Claim 732-761-2020
Adult Protective Services 732-531-9191
Family and Children’s Services 732-222-9111
Ocean-Monmouth Legal Services 732-341-2727 ext 7314
SCAT- Transportation 732-431-6480
United Way 732-938-5988
VNA Health Group 732-493-2220 or-800-862-3330
Ocean County Links
Ocean County Office of Senior Services 732-929-2091
Ocean County Office of Disabilities 732-506-5374
Ocean County Veterans Service Office 732-929-2096
Ocean One-Stop Career Center NJ Employment Service 732-286-5616
Ocean County Energy Assistance 732-244-9041
Ocean County Home Delivered Meals 732-901-6001
Adult Protective Services 732-349-1500
Ocean-Monmouth Legal Services 732-341-2727 ext 7314
Ocean Transportation 732-736-8989
United Way 732-240-0311 ext 14
Visiting Homecare Service 732-244-5565