Larson Highlights Funeral Assistance For Connecticut Families Who've Lost Loved Ones To COVID-19

Press Release

Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) announced that FEMA has begun accepting applications for funeral assistance for Connecticut families who've lost loved ones to COVID-19. Larson helped pass the funeral assistance program as part of the American Rescue Plan.

Connecticut families 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 through FEMA's dedicated call center at 844-684-6333; TTY 800-462-7585, Monday-Friday, 9 AM ET - 9 PM ET. No online applications will be accepted.

"While no amount of money can heal the loss of a loved one, this grant program can help ease the financial strain on Connecticut families who've suffered so much from COVID-19. We have lost almost 8,000 Connecticut residents due to COVID19 and this program will help bring financial relief to many of the families who have experienced loss," said Larson.

Who Can Apply for Assistance?

You may qualify if: You are a U.S. citizen, non-citizen national, or qualified alien who paid for funeral expenses after January 20, 2020, and the funeral expenses were for an individual whose death in the United States, territories or the District of Columbia, may have been caused by or was likely the result of COVID-19.

Individuals may apply for assistance for multiple funerals.

How do Connecticut families Apply?

FEMA's dedicated call center at 844-684-6333; TTY 800-462-7585, Monday-Friday, 9 AM ET - 9 PM ET. No online applications will be accepted. Multilingual services will be available.

What Information do Connecticut families Need to Provide?

The applicant responsible for COVID-19 funeral expenses will need to provide the following information below when they call FEMA to register for assistance. FEMA recommends gathering this information ahead of the application process.

Social Security number for the applicant and the deceased individual
Date of birth for the applicant and the deceased individual
Current mailing address for the applicant
Current telephone number for the applicant
Location or address where the deceased individual passed away
Information about burial or funeral insurance policies
Information about other funeral assistance received, such as donations
CARES Act grants and assistance from voluntary organizations
Routing and account number of the applicant's checking or savings account (for direct deposit, if requested)

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