Through the decades, our family has established a reputation for providing beautiful, dignified celebrations of life. As a local, family owned funeral home, we understand the community, its people, and its customs. Our licensed funeral directors plan personalized services according to each family’s traditions, faith, and budget.
With two convenient chapels in Canton and Magnolia, we are proud to offer four generations of experience, compassion, and a long-standing tradition of community service.
FEMA: COVID-19 Funeral Assistance
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought overwhelming grief to many families. FEMA's mission is to help people before, during and after disasters. They are dedicated to helping ease some of the financial stress and burden caused by the virus. Under the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021 and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, FEMA will provide financial assistance for COVID-19-related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020.
Who is Eligible?
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.
Qualifications
If you had COVID-19 funeral expenses, it is encouraged that you keep and gather documentation. Types of information should include:
An official death certificate that attributes the death directly or indirectly to COVID-19 and shows that the death occurred in the United States, including the U.S. territories, and the District of Columbia.
Funeral expenses documents (receipts, funeral home contract, etc.) that includes the applicant’s name, the deceased person’s name, the amount of funeral expenses, and the dates the funeral expenses happened.
Proof of funds received from other sources specifically for use toward funeral costs. We are not able to duplicate benefits received from burial or funeral insurance, financial assistance received from voluntary agencies, government agencies, or other sources.
If you are eligible for funeral assistance you will receive a check by mail, or funds by direct deposit, depending on which option you choose when you apply for assistance.
COVID-19 Funeral assistance Line Number
Call:
844-684-6333 | TYY: 800-462-7585
Hours of Operation: M-F 9am to 9 pm Eastern Time
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