At Community Access Unlimited, we’re proud to be a DDD Approved Provider in New Jersey. CAU owns licensed DDD residential homes in more than a dozen towns in Union County for individuals with developmental disabilities, youth at risk, and individuals with low-income housing needs. We offer just about every kind of living accommodation on the market — townhouses, condominiums, single- and multi-family homes, and apartments are available so our members can decide how, and with whom, they live.

Our options include barrier-free, fully accessible homes for individuals with physical challenges, including properties with roll-in showers, widened hallways, and wheelchair accessible features.

DDD Residential Programs in NJ

CAU provides community-based housing and support services in residential neighborhoods for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Housing options reflect the needs and individuality of members, and residential members are encouraged to become involved in their communities. CAU residential staff receive advanced training to support complex medical and behavioral needs.

Choose from community-based supervised apartments and DDD group homes in NJ, or in-home support for members who live independently in their owned or rented apartment, condominium, or free-standing home.

Other Housing Programs at CAU

Union County Youth Shelter

CAU operates the Union County Youth Shelter, which helps position young people in crisis for progress. The shelter offers 30-day temporary placement for youth ages 13-18 referred by the Family Crisis Intervention Unit, the Juvenile Justice Intake Unit, and Union County Family and Juvenile Criminal Courts. 

Affordable Housing in Union County

If you are interested in applying for any variety of rental apartments in Union County, New Jersey, please complete the below Preliminary Application as soon as possible and email it to info@caunj.org, or mail it directly to us, at: Creative Property Management, Inc. 80 West Grand Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202.

Ask us about one-, two-, three- and four bedroom apartments in Union County. There are also a number of apartments available at the HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR) level for the area.

Emergency Housing

The Emergency Capacity System (ECS) at CAU provides housing to individuals in crisis.

We can offer a temporary living space for a limited number of individuals on an emergency basis. . Ambulatory members can stay in ECS accommodations up 60 days or 120 days for non-ambulatory members. Trained staff are available for assistance with medical needs, securing permanent placement, or returning to prior placement or family home.

How it Works

Case management services and rental assistance are provided from the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) through a City of Elizabeth Community Emergency Solutions Grant. Contact our Information & Referral Department with questions about housing or the availability of case management and rental assistance at (908) 354-3040 x4272 or at info@caunj.org.