The Essex County Division of Welfare is a governmental organization offering home energy assistance, supplemental security income and Medicaid assistance, among other programs. It also has an Early Periodic Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment program, which provides free medical attention for individuals under 21 years old.
The Community YMCA located on Maple Avenue is a large, nonprofit center that offers a fitness center, swimming pool and programs for members. For preschoolers, youth, teens and seniors, the YMCA has something for everyone. There are health and wellness programs, swimming classes and even sports programs. Whether you want to do free weights or swim laps in the pool, need a personal trainer or if you're a senior who wants to do chair yoga, the facility offers it. Wellness support for cancer survivors, Zumba and a competitive swim team are also featured. Child care is available and the complex has a teen center. This large complex even has an inside running/walking track. Visit the website for more information about The Community YMCA.
Programs at the Summit YMCA include swim lessons and aquatics, child care, community development, day camp, sports and recreation, and fitness and wellness programs.
Established in 1951, the Somerset Hills YMCA serves more than 19,000 county residents and offers more than 200 programs for children, adults and families. Programs include day care, school aged child care, summer camps, corporate programs, special family activities and a variety of community service programs including Career Forum and the Special Olympics. Membership is required. The YMCA can work with families through its "Strong Kids" financial assistance program to make membership affordable.
Woodbridge Little League is the playing field for the town's Little League girls softball and boys baseball teams. It also runs a buddy ball team for children with special needs. All games are posted on the Little League's Web site.
