Emergency & Transitional Housing
Finding Safe Housing When You Need It Most
If you are facing homelessness, escaping an unsafe situation, or rebuilding stability, there are organizations across New Jersey offering emergency shelter, transitional housing, and supportive services. You are not alone — safe housing is possible.
Available Resources in New Jersey
1. NJ 2-1-1 Emergency Shelter Line
Call 2-1-1 anytime
Statewide shelter referrals, motel placement, and social service support
2. Women Rising – Jersey City
Emergency shelter & supportive housing for women and children
womenrising.org
3. YMCA of Newark & Vicinity – Emergency Housing
Safe emergency shelter and transitional programs
newarkymca.org
4. St. Lucy’s Shelter – Jersey City
Emergency overnight housing
Provides meals, case management, and referrals
cssjcnj.org
5. Hoboken Shelter
Meals, emergency beds & housing support
hobokenshelter.org
If your organization provides shelter or housing support, we would love to collaborate.
Together, we can ensure more women find safety during their most vulnerable moments.