New Jersey Citizen Action (NJCA) is a non-profit organization that helps navigate and assist New Jersey residents with finding affordable health coverage and assists them and their families in receiving the help they need. Anyone looking for free enrollment assistance can call toll-free to 888-654-3893, email getcovered@njcitizenaction.org, or apply at NJCA/EF Health Insurance Assistance Request Form and a counselor will be in touch.

 

While the Get Covered NJ annual open enrollment period for the 2023 coverage year ended on Jan. 31, individuals may still be eligible to enroll or change coverage if they have a major life event.

 

Enrollment in NJ Family Care is open all year long. All state residents under the age of 19 qualify for health insurance coverage in New Jersey. Coverage may be through Medicaid or CHIP, depending on the family’s income. Immigration status does not matter. All children are eligible, and use of the program will not be considered a “public charge” that might affect the family’s chances to apply for a green card. NJ Family Care covers the care needed to keep kids healthy, including well child visits, vaccinations (shots), and dental exams. It also pays any costs if a child gets sick or injured.