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FEMA COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Available - Cemetery Oversight

The COVID-19 pandemic has left many families struggling with the grief of losing loved ones along with the financial stress of having to bear the cost of unexpected funeral arrangements. Consequently, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is now offering financial assistance of up to $9,000.00 to families for COVID-related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020.

To read more about FEMA’s COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Program, please see the FEMA website and/or contact them by phone.

COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Line: 844-684-6333 | TTY: 800-462-7585
Hours of Operation: Monday–Friday 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Eastern Time

*Please note that all inquiries should be directed to FEMA and not the Maryland Office of Cemetery Oversight.