Information sharing: COVID-19 Funeral Assistance - Application Period Open

Washington State Employment Security Department sent this bulletin at 04/13/2021 04:30 PM PDT
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Information sharing: COVID-19 Funeral Assistance - Application Period Open

Region 10 –

 

FEMA begins accepting applications for COVID-19 Funeral Assistance today and we want to make sure everyone in Region 10 has information about the program and understands how to apply.  We know some of you lost loved ones or friends to COVID-19 and may be eligible, or know someone who is, to apply for this assistance.  Please take a few minutes to review this information for yourself and/or share it with your friends and family who may be eligible.

 

The flyer linked here has some of the critical information (eligibility, how to apply, etc.) and FEMA.gov is being updated regularly with the latest information: COVID-19 Funeral Assistance | FEMA.gov

 

To be eligible for funeral assistance, you must meet these conditions:

  • The death must have occurred in the United States, including the U.S. territories, and the District of Columbia.
  • The death certificate must indicate the death was attributed to COVID-19.
  • The applicant must be a U.S. citizen, non-citizen national, or qualified alien who incurred funeral expenses after January 20, 2020.
  • There is no requirement for the deceased person to have been a U.S. citizen, non-citizen national, or qualified alien.

 

COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Line Number

  • 844-684-6333 | TTY: 800-462-7585
  • Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Pacific Time
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