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Individuals: COVID-19 Resources

Mortgage and Credit Card Assistance

Mortgage and Credit Card Assistance

Mortgage and Credit Card Assistance

 Many mortgage and credit card companies have offered deferment programs to allow for bills to be skipped during the quarantine. However, this may mean that the term of the loan will be extended or the borrower may be liable for paying an interest only payment. If the borrower is able to continue making payments, this will avoid additional interest or a longer term on the loan.  If you need assistance applying for or negotiating with your lenders, The Next Steps Law Firm can prepare an action plan or negotiate on your behalf.  

Tenant and Mobile Home Owners

Mortgage and Credit Card Assistance

Mortgage and Credit Card Assistance

 Eviction Diversion Program (EDP) is a program to help tenants that fell behind on their rent due to the pandemic.  This program provides quick rental assistance through a court process to avoid eviction.  Local Housing Assessment and Resource Agencies (HARAs) evaluate individual's situations to determine whether they qualify for the program.  To learn more about the program, visit MSHDA's website at https://www.michigan.gov/mshda/0,4641,7-141-5555-533463--,00.html   

Student Loans

Student Loans (cont.)

Student Loans (cont.)

 Federal Student Loans have been automatically placed in an administrative forbearance, which temporarily allows the borrower to stop making the monthly loan payment from March 13, 2020 through September 30, 2020. This means that borrowers should TALK TO THEIR LENDERS. This program only applies to certain federal student loans. For more information, visit https://studentaid.gov/announcements-events/coronavirus 


Student Loans (cont.)

Student Loans (cont.)

Student Loans (cont.)

  If the borrower is able to continue making payments, any amount that is able to be paid will reduce the principal and any accrued interest. Also, it is important to renew any repayment plan due to expire to avoid a lapse. 

Unemployment Benefits

Food Assistance, Medicaid, and Emergency Relief

Food Assistance, Medicaid, and Emergency Relief

 The maximum unemployment benefit in Michigan is $392 per week. Under Pandemic Unemployment Compensation, self-employed, independent contractors, low wage workers, and individuals with a limited work history may qualify for unemployment benefits.  For more information or to apply for unemployment in Michigan, visit https://www.michigan.gov/leo  

Food Assistance, Medicaid, and Emergency Relief

Food Assistance, Medicaid, and Emergency Relief

Food Assistance, Medicaid, and Emergency Relief

Many schools are providing meals to their students. WIC is providing virtual appointments. DHHS is conducting telephone interview.  Please visit the DHHS Website (Food, Medical, and Emergency Utility Assistance) at https://newmibridges.michigan.gov orthe 

Jackson Department of Aging – Meals on Wheels (517) 788-4364 for more information on how to apply for benefits.

Department on Aging - Meals on Wheels

Department on Aging - Meals on Wheels

Department on Aging - Meals on Wheels

The Jackson County Department on Aging is closed. However, the Meals on Wheel program is still operating. For more information, call 517-788-4364.

Other Community Resources

Department on Aging - Meals on Wheels

Department on Aging - Meals on Wheels

For other available community resources, 

call 211. 

Court Closures

Wills, Durable (Financial) Power of Attorneys, Medical Power of Attorney

Wills, Durable (Financial) Power of Attorneys, Medical Power of Attorney

 There may be times when the courts close to the public due to different COVID related reasons. Depending on the court procedures, individuals may be able to schedule an appointment, appear by Zoom (or other video program), mail in court filings, or request copies of documents by the phone. 


 The Next Steps Law Firm can assist with navigating through these new procedures. 

Wills, Durable (Financial) Power of Attorneys, Medical Power of Attorney

Wills, Durable (Financial) Power of Attorneys, Medical Power of Attorney

Wills, Durable (Financial) Power of Attorneys, Medical Power of Attorney

 The Coronavirus is affecting everyone differently. Now may be the time perfect time to update any estate planning documents that you currently have or to finally create the Medical Power of Attorney (aka Patient Advocate forms) that you may have been putting off. These documents can be done virtually through email, mail, and virtual meetings. 


Contact The Next Steps Law Firm today to learn more.  

Bankruptcy

Wills, Durable (Financial) Power of Attorneys, Medical Power of Attorney

Bankruptcy

 If you have exercise all of the steps listed above to preserve your financial viability during this hardship and you cannot make it through, bankruptcy may be an option. 


If you are considering bankruptcy, The Next Steps Law Firm  can talk you through your options.  


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