The Michigan moratorium on evictions has been lifted. Rental assistance is available through the Michigan State Housing Development Authority's Eviction Diversion Program (EDP).

Michigan to allow people with food assistance to buy food online through Walmart and Amazon. Delivery costs are not covered in SNAP benefits, but Walmart has curbside and Amazon is offering free delivery on orders over $35.

National Lifeline Program Consumer Alert to ensure Michiganders who are now unemployed due to COVID-19 and qualify for the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Lifeline program are aware of a newly simplified application process. The Lifeline program is in place to provide low-income subscribers with a discount on monthly telephone, broadband internet, or voice-broadband bundled services purchased from participating providers.

Futures for Frontliners Program was just announced to provide a tuition-free pathway to college or a technical certificate to essential workers who don’t have a college degree. In addition, the Michigan National Guard State Tuition Assistance Program (MINGSTAP) has increased the amount it will provide for education credits toward associate’s and bachelor’s degree work. And don't forget about the Michigan Reconnect Grant Program that passed in March. This program is for Michigan residents age 25 and older with a high school degree or equivalent seeking their first associate's degree or certificate in the skilled trades. The program would cover tuition costs after all other financial aid is applied.

Michiganders can now text "RESTORE" to Crisis Text Line By texting the keyword RESTORE to 741741, Michigan residents can have a confidential text conversation with a crisis counselor 24/7.

Michigan's COVID-19 Hotline Now Offers Free, Confidential Emotional Support Counseling available 24/7 at no cost to Michiganders who call the state’s COVID-19 hotline 888-535-6136. Press "8" to speak with a Michigan Stay Well counselor. The counselors, though not licensed professionals, have received specialized training from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration’s (SAMHSA) Disaster Technical Assistance Center on how to provide emotional support to residents of federally declared disaster areas.

MDHHS Warmline has been launched to aid those struggling with mental health issues. The warmline will connect individuals with certified peer support specialists who have lived experiences of behavioral health issues, trauma or personal crises, and are trained to support and empower the callers. They are available 7 days a week, 10am-2am by calling 888-PEER-753 (888-733-7753). Individuals in crisis, including those considering suicide, are urged to contact the Disaster Distress Helpline 24/7 at 800-985-5990 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 24/7 at 800-273-8255.

Michigan's Health Insurers Agree to Provide Coronavirus Treatment at No Cost to Patients People will not be charged cost-sharing for coronavirus-related medical treatment, such as primary care visits, laboratory testing, emergency room visits, ambulance services, and FDA-approved medications and vaccines. Check their full list of companies participating.

Michiganders who lose a job, resulting in a loss of their healthcare coverage or a change in income, may have low or no-cost healthcare options available through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace, Medicaid, or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). Visit healthcare.gov. Have questions? Visit the Health Insurance Consumer Assistance Program, call 877-999-6442, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Call 2-1-1 from any phone to be connected to a list of statewide resources for everything from food and diapers to rental assistance. You can also search the 211 online database.

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