Coronavirus

FEMA Offers Assistance For COVID Funeral Expenses

The program offers to reimburse people up to $9,000 per funeral.

FEMA Offers Assistance For COVID Funeral Expenses
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Starting today, people can apply for federal help to cover funeral expenses for loved ones who died from COVID.

The program from the Federal Emergency Management Agency offers to reimburse people up to $9,000 per funeral. 

Households that lost more than one family member can receive up to $35,000.