“My department is pleased to again be a part of Project Homeless Connect to offer employment assistance that may provide a starting place for people on their journey back from hard times,” said Labor Commissioner Harold J. Wirths. “We are committed to providing resources that effectively help people find work. We can assist them in creating resumes, circulating their profile to employers, getting them into training programs and subsequently improve their overall quality of life.”

People attending the event received information on the Labor Department’s employment services for veterans and individuals with disabilities, as well as the Jobs4Jersey.com website, a portal to all of the employment and training services offered by the department. Other agencies at the “Project Homeless Connect” provided legal advice, housing assistance, information on Medicaid, access to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, HIV counseling, flu shots, health screenings, haircuts, warm clothing and gift bags with donated gift cards and personal hygiene items.

The event, held at the Bergen County Housing, Health and Human Services Center, has assisted an estimated 200 people each year of its operation.