The mission of the Ocean County Board of Social Services is to serve residents of Ocean County in the administration of approximately 60 programs.

The agency has expanded its mission to include a more pronounced emphasis on client responsibility and eventual self-sufficiency.

The Ocean County Board of Social Services continues to commit to an ongoing record of excellence in serving Ocean County’s population.


The Ocean County Board of Social Services provides eligible county residents with financial, medical, and social services assistance. Assistance can be granted for emergency circumstances, as well as to meet ongoing needs.

   Income Assistance Programs
   Medicaid Programs
   Social and Support Programs

Offices are located in Toms River, Lakewood, and Manahawkin. Not all offices are staffed for all programs.

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For anyone who wants to know if they might be eligible for help :  MyNJHelps.org

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