New Jersey § 26:1a-113

§ 26:1a-113.

The division shall: (1) Maintain a continuous study, analysis and interpretation of all information, data,

programs and developments pertaining to the aging processes and the needs of the older

residents of New Jersey; (2) Maintain a continuous inventory of resources in any way available which can be

drawn upon to carry out the program of the division in the performance of its functions

and duties; (3) Serve as the central permanent agency for the planning and co-ordination of programs

and services for the older residents in the State, particularly in respect to those

which multiple governmental agencies or private organizations may contribute; (4) Provide leadership and administrative direction to such efforts from one central

source so that those who need help or who may provide help on any of the aspects of

aging shall have a central point of contact; (5) Serve as a communications clearing house for information in the large and complex

fields of human relationships in respect to aging; (6) Disseminate and publicize organized information of value to the public generally

and to all groups concerned in any way with the diverse subject of aging; (7) Consult with, advise and otherwise provide professional assistance to organized

efforts by communities, organizations, associations and groups who are working toward

any and all forms of assistance to the aging; (8) Hold public hearings when necessary to further the objectives consonant with the

provisions of this act; (9) Co-operate and consult with such other departments of State or Federal Government

to the extent necessary to attain the objectives of this act.