From the Desk of Former Mayor Malinda Miles

It has been two years since I decided to remove myself from the political scene in Mount Rainier, MD, Prince George's County, and the State of Maryland. Holding the lofty position of Mayor was such a great honor, but as the years flew by, I realized that it was time to do something else -- get a life.! I did, and still continue to provide resources to the residents through The Front Porch Ministries (TFPM). Real people pass through The Front Porch Ministries weekly. LIFE is good.

Friday, February 11, 2022

COVID-19 Funeral Assistance

Death at any time is hard to cope with, and COVID-19 related deaths seem to be even worse.

If you, a family member, neighbor, or anyone else finds themselves faced with making funeral arrangements for someone who has died of COVID-19 or COVID-19 related causes, there MAY be help for you with the funeral-related costs.

One of the quietest kept secrets in Maryland is that there is money to help residents with COVID-related funeral expenses. If you, a neighbor, family member, friend, or anyone else is struggling with funeral costs from a COVID-related death, PLEASE read this information and act accordingly.

How to Apply

COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Helpline

844-684-6333

Hours of Operation:

Monday - Friday

9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time

Call this dedicated, toll-free phone number to complete your COVID-19 Funeral Assistance application with a FEMA representative. Multilingual services are available.

Call this dedicated, toll-free phone number to complete your COVID-19 Funeral Assistance application with a FEMA representative. Multilingual services are available. Is able to contact you, and you should be aware phone calls from FEMA may come from an unidentified number.

Get answers to frequently asked questions about the application process on our Funeral Assistance FAQ page.

Funeral Assistance Policy

On June 29, 2021, we amended the COVID-19 Funeral Assistance policy to assist with COVID-19 related deaths that occurred in the early months of the pandemic.

MARYLAND received $32,367,85 and has received 7,151, and only awarded 4,812.

Click on or copy and paste the link below to get more information about this law.

https://www.fema.gov/sites/default/files/documents/fema_policy_covid-19_funeral_assistance-updated.pdf

Mayor Malinda Miles

As a long-time resident of Mount Rainier and a homeowner, it is important to me that municipal government be inclusive of all of its residents. It is equally important that information be communicated through all possible channel so that residents can get involved. It is also important for residents to volunteer and serve on committees, commissions, boards and task forces. I truly believe that municipal government is the government closes to the people, and as such should be easily accessible. This BLOG is another effort to reach out to the residents of Mount Rainier.