Welfare
Description of Department:
The Municipal Welfare Department (MWD) administers the state General Assistance Program to single adults (with no dependents) and childless couples. The program is 100% state-funded and provides financial, medical and emergency assistance to eligible Maplewood residents. The MWD provides information on available community resources and referrals using the Essex resource compendium, a guide assembled by the Director, and a listing of programming in the county.
In 2001, a discretionary fund, the Maplewood Fund, was created to assist families affected by the aftermath of 911. This fund provides year-round limited cash assistance to needy residents. MWD also coordinates the efforts of the Domestic Violence Crisis Intervention Team, specially trained volunteers whom provide 24-hour/7 day per week support, information and referrals, to residents in crisis. Organizational efforts include volunteer recruitment, scheduling training and providing administrative support, as needed.
The MWD is located at the Maplewood Municipal Building, 574 Valley Street in Maplewood.
Services Provided:
Department Contacts:
Please do not walk in. Call 973-762-8120 x 2200 or ask for Drewsilla Thorne, Welfare Director to schedule an appointment.
Or via email you may reach the Welfare Director as follows:
Drewsilla Thorne, Welfare Director
welfare@twp.maplewood.nj.us
Location:
Maplewood Municipal Building
574 Valley Street
Maplewood, NJ 07040