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Albemarle County launches COVID-19 response emergency financial assistance program

Chris Graham

albemarle countyAlbemarle County residents experiencing lost wages or earning ability as a result of reduced hours or loss of employment due to the government response to COVID-19 can apply for assistance.

Funds are available for rent/mortgage assistance, utility payments, groceries/prescriptions, or childcare.

To learn more and request assistance, call The Emergency Fund hotline:

  • For English – dial 434-326-0950, 9 am – 6 pm, Monday-Friday
  • Para Español – marque 434-373-0930, 9 am a 5:30 pm, de lunes a viernes

Other languages available upon request

Residents must demonstrate a valid Albemarle County address and the request for funds can be for rent, mortgage, utilities or any expenses due to loss of income. Residents are eligible for a one-time payment for rent/mortgage assistance that will be allocated based on the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Developments program guidelines determined by the household size or up to $1,000 per household for emergency funds for all other expense types.

Albemarle County has committed more than $1 million to support this relief program using CARES Coronavirus Relief Funding received through an allocation from the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Payment for rent/mortgage assistance will be dispersed directly to the landlord/mortgage company.

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Chris Graham is the founder and editor of Augusta Free Press. A 1994 alum of the University of Virginia, Chris is the author and co-author of seven books, including Poverty of Imagination, a memoir published in 2019. For his commentaries on news, sports and politics, go to his YouTube page, TikTok, BlueSky, or subscribe to Substack or his Street Knowledge podcast. Email Chris at [email protected].