New Jersey Youth Resource Spot (NJYRS)
In 2020, members of the New Jersey Department of Children and Families (NJ DCF) Youth Council recommended a reimagined NJYRS website, designed and crafted from top to bottom by the Youth Council members themselves. Council members have lived experience with the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (CP&P), the Children’s System of Care (CSOC) and the DCF Regional Schools.
The NJ Youth Resource Spot (NJYRS) is a website created for young people in New Jersey that have been involved with the NJ Department of Children and Families.
- Maybe you’re in foster care, or maybe you were when you were younger, and want to find out how you can get some support in preparing for adulthood or planning to live independently;
- Maybe you’re living in a Transitional Housing Program, or maybe you’re homeless and looking for a place to stay;
- Maybe you have a question that no one seems to be able to answer, or maybe you want to connect with other young people who have similar experiences.
If this sounds like you, or someone you care about, the NJ Youth Resource Spot can help you find different programs and services that might be able to assist you.
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Last Updated: 10/17/22
NJ Department of Children and Families (DCF)
The New Jersey Department of Children and Families is the state’s first comprehensive agency dedicated to ensuring the safety, well-being and success of children, youth, families and communities. Our vision is to ensure a better today and even a greater tomorrow for every individual we serve.
NJ DCF Office of Advocacy
Ensures the safety, permanency and well-being of children and supports families by providing information, referral and advocacy services.
Constituents with inquiries, concerns or questions can reach the Office of Advocacy by calling the toll free number, 1-877-543-7864, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Domestic Violence Services (DCF)
Fund local domestic violence programs providing emergency shelter and housing, advocacy, information, referral services, children’s services, education, networking, and more.