We offer a variety of programs below that provide housing support and assistance!
Housing Support
Norwescap’s team helps individuals and families along the full spectrum of housing needs, from people who are at risk of experiencing homelessness to those working to purchase their first home. These are not emergency services.
Our team is here to help with services such as:
- Paying back rent, mortgage payments, and security deposits to eligible households (requirements vary)
- Rental and foreclosure counseling
- Pre-purchase homeownership counseling
- First Time Home Buyers workshops
For additional housing resources visit – Norwescap LIHEAP
Schedule an appointment with a financial coach to create a personalized plan for your goals. For more information, contact us at info@norwescap.org or (908) 521-4220.
Other Programs that can provide assistance
Homelessness Prevention Rehousing Program
Provides temporary rental assistance and stabilization services to assist individuals and families living on the streets or in emergency shelters obtain permanent housing; and assistance to households in imminent risk of homelessness due to an eviction or other eligible cause.
Energy Assistance
Energy Services assists eligible individuals and families in Hunterdon, Somerset, Sussex and Warren Counties with their heating and cooling costs to reduce energy burden.
Emergency Food & Shelter Program
Provides meals or groceries, lodging in a shelter or hotel, one month’s rent or mortgage payment, one month’s utility bill, or equipment necessary for organizations to feed or shelter people.
Weatherization
Assist elderly, handicapped and low-income persons in weatherizing their homes, improving their heating system efficiency and conserving energy.
Lead-Safe
Identify and remediate lead-based paint hazards via interim controls to prevent elevated blood lead levels in children and pregnant women.
Safe Housing for Seniors
Helps older adults with small home repairs to help ensure their health and safety. These services are free of charge and available to all adults aged 60 and over in Hunterdon, Warren, and Sussex Counties.
