# Foster Care Help Resources - New Jersey ## National Resources - **National Foster Care & Adoption Directory (Child Welfare Information Gateway):** - **Phone:** 1-800-394-3366 - **Website:** [https://www.childwelfare.gov/nfcad](https://www.childwelfare.gov/nfcad) - **Services Provided:** Comprehensive directory of foster care and adoption resources nationwide. - **AdoptUSKids:** - **Phone:** 1-888-200-4005 - **Website:** [https://www.adoptuskids.org](https://www.adoptuskids.org/) - **Description:** Support for foster and adoptive families, including tools for navigating the system. - **National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP):** - **Phone:** 1-877-NYAP-CAN (692-7226) - **Website:** [https://www.nyap.org](https://www.nyap.org/) - **Services Provided:** Services for youth in foster care, including placement and family support. ## Statewide Foster Care Services - **New Jersey Department of Children and Families - Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCP&P):** - **Phone:** 1-877-NJ-ABUSE (1-877-652-2873) - **Website:** [https://www.nj.gov/dcf/childdata](https://www.nj.gov/dcf/childdata) - **Services Provided:** Foster care licensing, resource guides, financial assistance for foster families, and support for youth in care. - **New Jersey Foster Care Scholars Program:** - **Phone:** 1-877-652-2873 - **Website:** [https://www.nj.gov/dcf](https://www.nj.gov/dcf) - **Services Provided:** Scholarships and financial assistance for youth in foster care pursuing higher education or vocational training. ## Regional Foster Care Services ### Northern New Jersey - **Children's Aid and Family Services** - **Phone:** (201) 261-2800 - **Website:** [https://cafsnj.org](https://cafsnj.org/) - **Office Location:** 200 Robin Road, Paramus, NJ 07652 - **Specialized Services:** Adoption services, support for foster families, and therapy for children and youth in care. ### Southern New Jersey - **Robins' Nest** - **Phone:** (856) 881-8689 - **Website:** [https://www.centerffs.org/robinsnest](https://www.centerffs.org/robinsnest) - **Office Location:** 42 Delsea Drive South, Glassboro, NJ 08028 - **Specialized Services:** Respite care, mentoring programs, and educational assistance for foster youth. ## Reporting and Emergency Support - **Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline:** - **Phone:** 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453) - **Website:** [https://www.childhelp.org](https://www.childhelp.org/) - **When to Call:** To report abuse or neglect of children in foster care. ## Online Resources - **Foster and Adoptive Family Services (FAFS):** - **Website:** [https://www.fafsonline.org](https://www.fafsonline.org/) - **Features:** Training resources for foster parents, online forums, and access to advocacy programs. ## Educational Resources - **New Jersey Resource Parent Manual:** - **Website:** [https://www.nj.gov/dcf](https://www.nj.gov/dcf) - **Description:** Comprehensive guide for resource (foster) parents on policies, procedures, and available support. ## Additional Support - **Aging Out Institute (AOI):** - **Website:** [https://agingoutinstitute.org](https://agingoutinstitute.org/) - **Services Provided:** Resources and programs for youth aging out of the foster care system, including housing assistance and job training. - **New Jersey Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA):** - **Phone:** (609) 695-9400 - **Website:** [https://www.casaofnj.org](https://www.casaofnj.org/) - **Services Provided:** Advocacy for children in foster care, ensuring their needs and interests are represented in court. --- _Updated as of December 18, 2024. For corrections or additional information, please contact the New Jersey Department of Children and Families._