Rep. Frankel announces financial assistance for Floridians who have lost loved ones to COVID-19

Rep. Frankel announces financial assistance for Floridians who have lost loved ones to COVID-19

Palm Beach County (treasurecoast.com) – Representative Lois Frankel announced Wednesday that FEMA has started accepting applications for funeral assistance for Floridians who have lost loved ones to COVID-19.

The financial assistance was passed by Frankel and Democratic colleagues in Congress.

“The pandemic has hit our families hard,” said Rep. Frankel. “While no amount of money can take the place of a spouse, a grandparent, or a child, this assistance will help alleviate the financial strain for the families who lost loved ones to COVID-19.”

According to a news release, Floridians who paid for funeral expenses after January 20, 2020, for an individual whose death may have been caused by or was likely the result of COVID-19 can apply for up to $9,000 of assistance per funeral.

To apply, applicants will need to call FEMA’s call center at 844-684-6333; TTY 800-462-7585, Monday through Friday between the hours of 9 a.m. and 9 p.m..

No online applications will be accepted.