responses & RESOURCES to
covid-19
COVID-19 will have severe short- and long-term impacts on the well-being of under-resourced communities. The crisis is not just a health crisis- it is a housing crisis, an energy crisis, a poverty crisis, and an economic crisis.
Energy Efficiency for All and the Michigan coalition are committed to ensuring that policies and practices are in place to support the energy and housing needs of marginalized communities who were already struggling before this crisis hit. We hope the information provided here will be a useful resource to those who are working towards an equitable response to COVID-19.
Response & Resources
EEFA OVERALL
MIDWEST REGION
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CDBG rental assistance advocacy to relevant state agencies
MICHIGAN
Letters
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MEEFA COVID-19 letter with housing and energy asks sent to Governor Whitmer
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Work for Me DTE letter with energy asks signed by 18 organizations and 7 individuals to Governor’s Office and MPSC Commissioner
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MEEFA Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) letter with rental assistance asks to state and local officials
Racial Equity
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Governor created Michigan Coronavirus Task Force on Racial Disparities
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Michigan is tracking racial demographics of COVID-19 cases and deaths on a statewide basis
Wayne County, MI Resources
Eviction Moratorium:
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Governor Gretchen Whitmer's order suspends service of process and execution of eviction orders unless the tenant poses a "risk to another person or an imminent and severe risk to property." Michigan's courts may still hear civil cases remotely. Court deadlines and deadlines to commence civil actions are tolled.
Food Resources:
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The Capuchin Soup Kitchen serves three meals a day. Two kitchen/dining room sites serve full-course, nutritious meals to hundreds of men women and children each day. Contact: 313-579-2100
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CHURCH OF GOD MOUNTAIN ASSEMBLY FOOD PANTRY
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Weekly food box distribution in Belleville. See website for more details. Contact: 734-699-0981
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Partnering with Gleaners to provide free groceries for children and families. Contact: 313-297-8720
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DETROIT PUBLIC SCHOOLS COMMUNITY DISTRICT
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List of all DPSCD schools offering students/families a bag of four pre-cooked breakfast meals and four pre-cooked lunches.
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Family of god provides a hot meal to those in our community Monday - Friday evening and Sunday afternoon.
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A homeless outreach program that offers a variety of services including food, clothing, hygiene kits/showers, and counseling services. Contact: 313-961-4533
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Franklin-Wright Settlements, INC goes out into the community to provide hot nutritious meals, blankets, hygiene kits, warm clothing, and words of encouragement. Contact: 313-579-1000
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Housing/ Rental Assistance:
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Eviction actions cannot be filed in Court during the coronavirus crisis. Eviction actions may be filed once the crisis has passed for those who did not pay rent during crisis. Contact: 313-965-4158
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CITY OF DETROIT HOMEOWNERS PROPERTY TAX ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
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Deadlines for Homeowners Property Tax Assistance Program applications have been eliminated. Applications are now approved on an on-going basis. Contact: 313-224-3030
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Provides a list of resources available for Michigan residents. Contact: 2-1-1
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MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES STATE EMERGENCY RELIEF
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State Emergency Relief can include help with rent payment, rental deposits, utility bills, moving expenses and more. Contact: (586)469-7700
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May be able to provide assistance with rental expenses.
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Wayne County committed to no foreclosures in 2020 for coronavirus crisis. Contact: 313-224-5990
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WAYNE METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
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Through the CARES Relief and Recovery Services, residents of Wayne County may qualify for assistance with food and income, water and energy, rent and mortgage, property tax, emergency plumbing repair, and funeral assistance. Contact: (313) 388-9799
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Utility Assistance:
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Suspending all shutoffs for low-income customers and seniors through April 5, 2020. Stay tuned to Michigan Radio for updates.
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Suspending all shutoffs for low-income customers and seniors through April 5, 2020.
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THE HEATH & WARMTH FUND (THAW)
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Utility assistance partnership with agencies across the state of Michigan. Contact: 1-800-866-8429
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Heating fuel and electric service payment assistance for all veterans, active military service members, and those currently serving in the Reserves and the National Guard who are experiencing a financial setback due to the negative economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Contact: 800-558-9224 (toll free)
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Provides a list of resources available for Michigan residents. Contact: 2-1-1
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Michigan Energy Assistance Program application. Contact: (844)799-9876
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MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES – STATE EMERGENCY RELIEF
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State Emergency Relief can include help with rent payment, rental deposits, utility bills, moving expenses and more. Contact: (586)469-7700
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METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
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Assistance with heat bills. Contact: 313-388-9799 (Detroit residents); 734-284-6999 (Out Wayne); 313-873-6000 (Main Office)
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Water Assistance:
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DETROIT WATER & SEWAGE DEPARTMENT
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Working to restore home water services. Visit their webpage for the City of Detroit’s “Coronavirus COVID-19 Water Restart Plan” and instructions for your water turn on service. Also offers a 10/30/50 payment plant for customers with past due balances and/or are delinquent on accounts. Contact: 313-267-8000
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THE HEATH & WARMTH FUND (THAW)
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Utility assistance partnership with agencies across the state of Michigan. Contact: Contact:1-800-866-8429
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Water service payment assistance for all veterans, active military service members, and those currently serving in the Reserves and the National Guard who are experiencing a financial setback due to the negative economic effects of the COVID19 pandemic. Contact: 800-558-9224 (toll free)
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Provides a list of resources available for Michigan residents. Contact: 2-1-1
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May provide assistance with water bill payments or shutoff costs.
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WATER ACCESS VOLUNTEER EFFORT (WAVE) FUND
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Assistance with access to safe drinking water and sanitation services for low-income families during crisis. When funds are available, WAVE provides up to $500 to enter the DWSD 10/30/50 Payment Plan. Contact: 313-267-8000
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WATER RESIDENTIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (WRAP
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Financial assistance for residential water. Contact: 313-386-9727
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WAYNE COUNTY VETERANS FINANCIAL HARDSHIP SERVICES
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Financial assistance via Wayne County Soldiers & Sailors Relief and Michigan Veteran Trust Funds. Contact: 313-224-5045
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WAYNE METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
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Provides service restoration and payment assistance to Detroit Water and Sewerage Department customers who have had their service interrupted due to nonpayment or is at risk of shut-off. The State of Michigan will pay the $25 fee to restore service for 30 days. After 30 days, households will pay $25 monthly to keep their services on. Past due amounts do not need to be paid until after the COVID-19 situation passes. Contact: 313-388-9799 (Detroit residents); 734-284-6999 (Out Wayne); 313-873-6000 (Main Office)
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Volunteer-run community group distributing water to those in need in the Detroit area. Water is also available for pickup at various locations. Contact: 844-429-2837
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Internet Resources:
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AT&T expanded eligibility to their Access from AT&T to any household participating in the National School Lunch Program and Head Start. AT&T customers will receive two months free service.
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New Comcast customers will receive two months of free service. Comcast’s Internet Essentials packages have increased data speeds and suspended broadband data caps for homes during the crisis.
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Xfinity WiFi Public Hotpots are now open to everyone on the “xfinitywifi” SSID.
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Financial Assistance Resources:
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Assistance with delaying bill payments, financial counseling, and referral programs for emergency services. Contact: 313-526-4000 ext. 1411
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MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES STATE EMERGENCY RELIEF PROGRAM
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Up to $175 per year in assistance to qualifying low-income households. Contact: 2-1-1
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US MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES EMERGENCY SERVICES
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Provides additional assistance beyond State Emergency Relief. Contact: 2-1-1
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Financial assistance for all veterans, active military service members, and those currently serving in the Reserves and the National Guard who are experiencing a financial setback due to the negative economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Payment assistance includes automobile, heating fuel, mortgage, rent, water, and electric service. Contact: 800-558-9224 (toll free)
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UNITED STATES SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION – MICHIGAN DISTRICT OFFICE
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Wayne State University School of Social Work - Center for Social Work Research COVID-19 Community Resource List Wayne County- updated 4-2-20 2 Business disaster loans for small businesses or private, non-profit organizations that suffer substantial economic injury as a direct result of the declared disaster COVID-19 pandemic. Contact: 313-226-6075
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Healthcare Resources:
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ACENSION HOTLINE
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A hotline number if you have symptoms or questions regarding COVID-19. Contact: 833-978-0649
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Community clinic for adults and children. Contact: 313-416-6262
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AMERICAN INDIAN HEALTH & FAMILY SERVICES
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Primary health care clinic for American Indian/Alaskan Native individuals, families and other underserved populations in SE Michigan. Curbside Testing for the Coronavirus. Contact: 313-846-6030
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AMERICAN RED CROSS – SOUTHEASTERN MICHIGAN CHAPTER & BLOOD SERIVCES REGION
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Blood bank currently accepting donations. Provides emergency disaster services, volunteer opportunities, health and safety education programs, social services for military personnel, and smoke alarms. Contact: 313-833-8816
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Community clinic and health center for children and adolescents. Contact: 313-216-2200
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ARAB-AMERICAN AND CHALDEAN COUNCIL – PRIMARY CARE CLINIC
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Community primary care clinic. Contact: 313-846-8156
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Beaumont is offering COVID-19 screenings as a drive up service from 10am -10pm. This service is not free. There is a FREE risk assessment online.
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BEAUMONT HOTLINE
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A community resource for timely, accurate information about COVID-19 symptoms and virtual screening for people who are experiencing symptoms. Contact: 1-800-592-4784
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CASS COMMUNITY SOCIAL SERVICES – ACTIVITY CENTER
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Community clinic. Contact: 313-883-2277
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CENTRAL CITY INTEGRATED HEALTH – HEALTH CENTER
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Community clinic. Contact: 313-849-3920
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COMMUNITY HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICE CENTER – CHASS SOUTHWEST CENTER AND ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES
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Community clinic. Contact: 313-849-3920
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CORNONAVIRUS COMMUNITY CARE NETWORK – DRIVE THOUGH TESTING
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Offers drive though COVID-19 testing with appointment and prescription. Contact: 313-230-0505
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COVENANT COMMUNITY CARE CENTERS
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Provides primary medical care and expanded services to help support spiritual, psychological, and social health of patients. Includes family practice, internal medicine, OB/Gyn, pediatrics, cardiology, optometry, dentistry, pharmacy, behavioral health and pastoral care. Contact: 313-554-0485
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