Our friends at the Cody Rouge Community Action Alliance have made a list of resources that are available and can help everyone during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Take a look at the list below for information concerning food, utilities, healthcare, and more.
Detroit's 0% Interest Home Repair Loan
While we can't currently take any in-person appointments, if you would like to apply for the 0% Interest Home Repair Loan, we can mail an application to your home--OR you can download one by clicking here.
Property Tax Exemption Workshops
PTE workshops have been canceled for now, but don't worry, deadlines for property tax exemption applications have been postponed until at least April.
DTE Energy Updates
DTE is encouraging customers facing financial hardship or medical conditions as a result of the pandemic to contact them at 1.800.477.4747.
DTE is also suspending shut-offs for non payment for low-income customers through April 5th.
DTE has also extended the terms of their winter protection program. Please call them for more information on changes resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dollar General Opens Early for Seniors
Dollar General announced that it will dedicate its first hour of operation to seniors.
The chain seeks to "provide these at-risk customers with the ability to purchase the items they need and want at the beginning of each day to avoid busier and more crowded shopping periods,” said Dollar General.
To find a Dollar General near you, click this link.
Local Resources
Food
DPSCD Grab & Go Meal Locations
Gleaners Food Bank Meals & Groceries
YMCA Free Grab & Go Meal Locations
482Forward’s Metro Detroit Parent & Student COVID-19 Resource Sharing
City of Detroit & Community Education Commission’s Resource Guide
Internet/WIFI
Comcast is offering 2 months free to new Internet Essentials customers
Unemployment Benefits
State of Michigan Expanded Unemployment Benefits During COVID-19