DEATH ASSISTANCE
SERVICE DESCRIPTION:Beginning in April 12, 2021, FEMA will begin accepting applications. If you had COVID-19 funeral expenses, we encourage you to keep and gather documentation. Types of information should include:
An official death certificate that attributes the death directly or indirectly to COVID-19 and shows that the death occurred in the United States, including the U.S. territories, and the District of Columbia.
Funeral expenses documents (receipts, funeral home contract, etc.) that includes the applicant’s name, the deceased person’s name, the amount of funeral expenses, and the dates the funeral expenses happened.
Proof of funds received from other sources specifically for use toward funeral costs. We are not able to duplicate benefits received from burial or funeral insurance, financial assistance received from voluntary agencies, government agencies, or other sources.
SERVICE HOURS:Call 844-684-6333
Mon-Fri 8am-8pm CST
INTAKE PROCEDURE:Call 844-684-6333. For more information, go to https://www.fema.gov/disasters/coronavirus/economic/funeral-assistance
FEES:None
ELIGIBILITY:Have had someone who's death is directly or indirectly to COVID-19.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:death certificate, funeral expenses, proof of funds
AREA SERVED:Oklahoma
LANGUAGES:English and Spanish