Checked November 5, 2026
Free and low-cost GLP-1 and weight-loss help in New Jersey
New Jersey has health centers that charge by income, maker programs that start at $149 a month, and food help across the state. Start with the one that fits your week.
Ready to start this week? Two cash programs that ship to New Jersey.
No insurance needed.
Prices checked Nov 12, 2026.
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Health centers that charge by income
Federally funded health centers set your fee by household size and income. At or below the poverty line the fee is a small flat amount, and it rises in steps to the full price at twice the line.
| Household | Smallest fee at or below | Full price from |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $15,960 a year | $31,920 a year |
| 2 people | $21,640 a year | $43,280 a year |
| 3 people | $27,320 a year | $54,640 a year |
| 4 people | $33,000 a year | $66,000 a year |
Health centers in New Jersey to call:
- Newark Community Health Centers, Newark, 973-365-2611
- North Hudson Community Action Corporation, Union City, 201-210-0100
- The Jewish Renaissance Foundation, Edison, 732-482-9600
- Paterson Community Health Center, Paterson, 973-790-6594
- Camcare Health Corporation, Camden, 856-541-3270
- Ocean Health Initiatives, Lakewood, 732-363-6655
- Star Community Health, Phillipsburg, 610-377-7635
- Community Health Care, Bridgeton, 856-451-4700
- Zufall Health Center, Dover, 908-526-2335
- Atlanticare Health Services, Egg Harbor Township, 609-572-6002
Find the health center nearest you. Ask for the sliding fee form when you book.
Clinics in the biggest New Jersey counties
In New Jersey, Essex, Hudson, Middlesex, Passaic, Camden and Ocean counties have the most adults who struggle to afford care, so a call to a clinic there is a good first step.
Essex County
About 30 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 15 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 14 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- East Orange Primary Care Center, 444 William St, East Orange, 973-675-1900
- Hope & Esperanza Community Health Center, 788 Mount Prospect Ave, Newark, 908-514-1895
- Mary Eliza Mahoney Health Center, 394 University Ave, Newark, 800-734-7083
- Saint James Health South Ward Wellness Center, 491 Clinton Ave, Newark, 973-789-8111
- Zufall Health Center West Orange, 49 Mount Pleasant Ave, West Orange, 973-325-2266
County public health: Essex County Health Department, Newark, 973-497-9401.
Hudson County
About 28 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 15 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 15 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- North Hudson Community Action Coporation-Harrison Health Center, 326 Harrison Ave, Harrison, 862-229-1160
- Alliance Community Healthcare, 115 Christopher Columbus Dr, Jersey City, 201-830-1620
- Metropolitan Family Health Network, 935 Garfield Ave, Jersey City, 201-478-5802
County public health: Bayonne Health Department, Bayonne, 201-858-6100.
Middlesex County
About 30 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 11 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 9 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Central Jersey Medical Center, 1540 Roosevelt Ave, Carteret, 732-376-6650
- Jewish Renaissance Foundation Community Health Center, 1931 Oak Tree Rd, Edison, 732-482-9600
- Rutgers Rwj Eric B. Chandler Health Center, 277 George St, New Brunswick, 732-235-6700
- Zufall Health Plainsboro, 1 Plainsboro Rd, Plainsboro, 609-853-7600
County public health: Middlesex County Public Health Department, New Brunswick, 732-745-3131.
Passaic County
About 31 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 18 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 14 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- North Hudson Community Action Corporation @ Passaic, 220 Passaic St, Passaic, 201-210-0100
- Broadway Clinic, 227 Broadway, Paterson, 973-278-2600
County public health: Passaic County Department of Health, Paterson, 973-881-4396.
Camden County
About 30 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 12 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 12 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Camcare - East Health Center, 2610 Federal St, Camden, 856-635-0203
- Osborn Family Health Center, 1601 Haddon Ave, Camden, 856-757-3700
- Project H.o.p.e. West Street Health Center, 519-525 West St, Camden, 856-968-2320
County public health: Camden County Department of Health and Human Services, Blackwood, 856-374-6000.
Ocean County
About 30 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 10 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 10 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Ocean Health Initiatives Lakewood Site, 101 2Nd St, Lakewood, 732-363-6655
County public health: Ocean County Health Department, Toms River, 732-341-9700.
Bergen County
About 26 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 10 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 7 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- North Hudson Community Action Corporation Health Center @ Englewood, 197 S Van Brunt St, Englewood, 201-537-4442
County public health: Bergen County Department of Health Services, Paramus, 201-634-2647.
Union County
About 30 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 15 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 9 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Neighborhood Health Center Elizabeth, 184 1St St, #2, Elizabethport, 908-355-4459
County public health: Union County Office of Health Management, Westfield, 908-518-5620.
Monmouth County
About 30 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 8 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 7 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Community Health Center of Asbury Park, 1301 Main St, Asbury Park, 732-774-6333
- Monmouth Family Health Center, 270 Broadway, Long Branch, 732-923-7145
County public health: Monmouth County Health Department, Freehold, 732-431-7456.
Mercer County
About 25 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 11 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 11 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Henry J. Austin Health Center at All Access Mental Health, 819 Alexander Rd, Princeton, 609-278-5900
County public health: Mercer County Department of Health, Trenton, 609-989-3242.
Maker programs and prices
| Program | What you pay | Who it fits |
|---|---|---|
| NovoCare Pharmacy, Wegovy pen | $199 a month for the first two fills, then $349 | Anyone with a prescription |
| NovoCare Pharmacy, Wegovy pill | $149 for 1.5 mg, $199 for 4 mg, $299 for 9 mg and 25 mg | Anyone with a prescription |
| Zepbound from Lilly | KwikPen $299 at 2.5 mg, $399 at 5 mg, from $449 at higher doses | Anyone with a prescription |
| TrumpRx | Wegovy pill $149, Wegovy pen $199, Zepbound $299 a month | Anyone with a prescription |
| Novo Nordisk Patient Assistance | Ozempic at no cost | No insurance and income up to $31,920 for one person |
| Lilly Cares | Trulicity at no cost | Income up to $47,880 for one person |
| Medicare GLP-1 Bridge | $50 a month for Wegovy, Foundayo or Zepbound KwikPen | Part D members who meet the weight and health test, until December 31, 2027 |
Zepbound has a $25 savings card for people whose insurance covers it, good through December 31, 2026. Prices read November 5, 2026. Compare every cash program on the cash price chart.
New Jersey Medicaid and GLP-1s
NJ FamilyCare covers GLP-1s for type 2 diabetes, Wegovy for heart protection and Zepbound for sleep apnea, with prior approval. It does not cover them for weight loss alone. The full rules are on New Jersey Medicaid GLP-1 coverage.
Food help in New Jersey
- SNAP: call 800-792-9773, or apply online. Program details.
- 2-1-1: dial 211 for food, rides, rent help and clinics near your zip code.
Food banks:
- Community Foodbank of New Jersey, Hillside, 908-355-3663
- Food Bank of South Jersey, Pennsauken, 856-662-4884
- Fulfill, Neptune, 732-918-2600
Find the food bank for your county.
Free coaching and Medicare help
- Lifestyle change programs: a year of group coaching on food and movement, led by trained coaches. Search the CDC list for your zip code, in person or online. Programs in New Jersey that meet in person include:
- Somerset County YMCA, Basking Ridge: 369-049-0714
- Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers, Hammonton: 481-3040
- Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston: 322-7007
- Lakeland Hills Family YMCA, Mountain Lakes: 334-2820
- Saint Peter's Healthcare System, New Brunswick: 339-7772
- Senior Solution Agency, Palisades Park: 313-0131
- Food Bank of South Jersey, Pennsauken: 662-4884
- Shore Physicians Group, Somers Point: 926-4779
- Holy Name Medical Center, Teaneck: 833-3371
- The Gateway Family YMCA, Elizabeth: 349-9622
- Age 65 or older: State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives free one-to-one Medicare help. Call 800-792-8820.
Four ways to stretch your health dollar
- Ask every clinic and pharmacy for the cash price before you book or fill.
- Bring your last tax return or pay stubs to a health center visit so the sliding fee applies on day one.
- Ask for a 90-day supply when your prescriber agrees.
- Apply for Medicaid any time of year, and check Marketplace savings during open enrollment.
New Jersey free-help FAQ
How much does a health center visit cost in New Jersey?
It depends on your income. At or below the poverty line the fee is a small flat amount, and between one and two times the line it steps up. Ask for the sliding fee form.
Can I get help with a GLP-1 if I have no insurance?
Yes. NovoCare Pharmacy and Lilly sell directly at the prices above, and the cash programs at the top of this page ship to New Jersey.
Where do I start if I need food and a clinic?
Dial 211. It connects you with food banks, clinics and other help near your zip code.
Sources: Health center fee rule (42 CFR 51c.303); 2026 poverty guidelines (ASPE); HRSA health center list; Feeding America member list; USDA SNAP directory; maker pages linked above; state Medicaid drug lists. Read November 5, 2026. How we check.
This page lists public programs and is not medical advice. Ask your clinician before starting any medicine.