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Support organization
New Jersey’s Catastrophic Illness in Children Relief Fund reimburses or pays qualifying medical expenses for a child when uncovered expenses in a 12-month period exceed the program’s income-based threshold. All diagnoses are considered, including B-ALL, for expenses incurred before the child’s 22nd birthday and within the prior seven years, provided the family has been legally domiciled in New Jersey for at least three months. A parent or legal guardian applies online with income records, detailed bills, insurance explanations of benefits, and proof of payment when applicable.
Provides the family assistance described in the organization's verified program pages.
New Jersey’s Catastrophic Illness in Children Relief Fund reimburses or pays qualifying medical expenses for a child when uncovered expenses in a 12-month period exceed the program’s income-based threshold. All diagnoses are considered,.
Up to $100,000 per application for medical care, home health care, equipment, supplies, and medical travel.
Helps with: Medical And Insurance Costs, Travel And Transportation
Where: NJ
Care team must start: No
Health coverage for children. Ask about the income rules for your household.
Helps with: Medical And Insurance Costs
Where: NJ
Care team must start: No
Help paying part of your child-care costs while you work, study, or train.
Helps with: Practical Items And Home Help
Where: NJ
Care team must start: No
Help arranging long-term care for intensive nursing and everyday care needs.
Helps with: Practical Items And Home Help
Where: NJ
Care team must start: No
Monthly grocery money on an EBT card. The amount depends on your household.
Helps with: Practical Items And Home Help
Where: NJ
Care team must start: No
Help finding disability services and community resources.
Helps with: Navigation Guides And Advocacy
Where: NJ
Care team must start: No
Help with overdue housing or utility bills, shelter, rent, deposits, moving costs, or essential furniture.
Helps with: Lodging Near Treatment
Where: NJ
Care team must start: No
Cash and practical help for you with low incomes. Ask about exceptions to work rules when caring full time for a disabled child.
Helps with: Household Bills And Cash Assistance
Where: NJ
Care team must start: No
Resource Directory
Current statewide guide covers health care, financial support, housing, transportation, disability services, child care, and other resources, paired with DDS Information and Referral.
Topics: child care, disability, housing, New Jersey benefits, transportation
Organization details were last verified Aug 24, 2026. Program availability can change.
