COVID -19 RESOURCES
Resources to Support Family and Business During COVID-19 | Stay Safe!
HOMEOWNERS
HOUSING COUNSELING AGENCY COVID-19 RESPONSE
MSHDA’s network of Housing Counseling agencies partners with HUD Certified Housing Counselors from around the state to
provide services to residents facing financial and housing crisis. The network of agencies are trained in community disaster response
services. HUD certified Housing Counselors can help clients navigate the disaster recovery process, access recovery resources, keep
their finances in order and avoid foreclosure or eviction.
Employee Assistance Grants
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE GRANTS
The Employee Assistance Grants were made available by Senate Bill 748, and are designed to provide support to employees impacted by the MDHHS Gathering and Face Mask Order that took effect on November 18, 2020. The Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association Educational Foundation is administering this grant program.
COVID Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA)
COVID EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE
The Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) will administer the COVID Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA) Program through its network of local nonprofit agencies starting March 15, 2021. CERA can provide rental and utility assistance for eligible renter households so that they retain their housing stability. Please read on below for program details.
SBA Disaster Assistance
DISASTER ASSISTANCE
The SBA provides low-interest disaster loans to help businesses and homeowners recover from declared disasters.