Housing Resources

This resource listing provides information on housing options and repair assistance.

Information and application for senior citizen housing units at Morris Mews and Dean A. Gallo Congregate living.

The Housing Partnership is the premier resource for home buyer education and related programs in Northern New Jersey, with over 20 years experience in helping people become home owners.

The NJHRC is an online, housing information clearinghouse. It is designed to help all New Jerseyans with their housing-related needs. Whether you are looking for housing with accessibility features or affordable or market-rate housing, the NJHRC can help you.

Habitat is a non-profit organization dedicated to building decent, affordable housing with low-income families and helping older individuals age in place.

Senior Freeze administered by NJ Division of Taxation

Senior Citizen Property Tax Deduction: The deduction is $250 per year. Income (including spouse’s income) cannot exceed $10,000 per year, not including Social Security or federal, state, county, or municipal government pension. Please call the Morris Township Tax Assessor.

Veteran Property Tax Deduction: The deduction is $250 per year. Must have had active duty service and copy of Form DD214 (honorable discharge).  Please call the Morris Township Tax Assessor.

Home Maintenance Links

Sponsored by the Catholic Charities of the Paterson Diocese, Morris county seniors are eligible to receive minor repairs relating to: Health and Safety, Plumbing, Carpentry, Masonry, Electrical and Weatherization. Call 973-361-5555  ext. 3036

NewBridge SAIL links seniors to local providers of home repairs and additional services which include senior day programs, home health aides, transportation, shopping assistance, nutrition programs, legal counseling, medication management, and  hospice care. Call 973-316-9333.

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