Serving Cliffside Park & Greater Bergen Since 1966

Your health is not a privilege. It's a right.

Bergen Community Action delivers free and low-cost healthcare, housing support, and family services to neighbors who need them most — right here in Cliffside Park.

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What We Offer

Programs that actually reach the people who need them

From medical screenings to emergency financial aid, our services are designed to meet you where you are — no judgment, no barriers.

Health Services

Health Services

Primary care, dental screenings, immunizations, and chronic disease management for adults and children — on a sliding scale or free of charge.

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Housing Assistance

Housing Assistance

Emergency shelter referrals, rental assistance, weatherization programs, and eviction prevention help for families facing housing instability.

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Family Support

Family Support

Head Start enrollment, childcare resources, parenting workshops, and case management to help families build stronger foundations.

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Financial Aid

Financial Assistance

Help with utility bills, energy cost assistance (LIHEAP), food pantries, and emergency cash grants during crises.

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Education & Training

Education & Training

GED preparation, English as a Second Language classes, job readiness workshops, and digital literacy programs for all ages.

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Elderly Services

Elderly Services

Meals on Wheels, senior wellness checks, transportation to medical appointments, and social activities for older adults.

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Our Impact

Five decades of action, not just words

Since 1966, Bergen Community Action has been on the front lines of the fight against poverty and health disparities in Northeast New Jersey. We don't just offer programs — we build pathways out of crisis and into stability.

Community-driven approach

Our programs are shaped by the people we serve — not by distant policymakers.

No one turned away

Income or immigration status never disqualifies a neighbor from receiving help.

Bilingual & culturally responsive

Staff who speak Spanish, Korean, and English — because dignity includes being understood.

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People Served Annually
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Active Programs
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Nonprofit, Nonpartisan
Key Programs

Programs that change trajectories

Each program is a lifeline — designed for real people in real emergencies, with real results.

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Healthcare

Community Health Centers

Federally qualified health centers offering primary care, dental, and behavioral health on a sliding fee scale.

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Housing

Emergency Shelter & Housing

Short-term shelter, transitional housing, and rental assistance for families and individuals in crisis.

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Youth

Head Start & Early Childhood

Free early education, health screenings, and family engagement for children ages 0–5 from low-income households.

Job training workshop
Employment

Workforce Development

Job placement, vocational training, resume building, and interview preparation to help you build a career, not just find a job.

Community Voices

Real stories from real neighbors

"When my husband lost his job, we were three weeks from eviction. Bergen Community Action not only helped us pay rent — they connected me to a job training program. Six months later, we're stable. They saved our family."

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Maria R.
Cliffside Park Resident

"I'm 72 and live alone. The Meals on Wheels program isn't just about food — it's the one person who checks on me every day. That call, that knock on the door — it keeps me going. These people see me."

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James T.
Englewood Resident

"As a single mom, I was overwhelmed — working two jobs and trying to figure out childcare. The Head Start program gave my daughter a head start and gave me the space to finish my GED. I'm now studying nursing."

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Sofia L.
Ridgefield Resident

Need help? Start here.

You don't need an appointment, insurance, or a referral. Walk in, call us, or fill out the form — we'll figure out the next step together.

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We're right down the street

Our doors are open Monday through Friday. Walk-ins are welcome — no appointment necessary for initial consultations.

Address

263 Lafayette Ave
Cliffside Park, NJ 07010

Hours

Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday: Closed

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