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Dear Neighbor,

Amid this flood emergency that our 13th District Strong families are facing, I want to keep you up-to-date with the latest on recovery resources available to you. Below you'll find two additional resource pages we've added since sending out our initial update and resources list last night. Please forward and share with those you know to ensure anyone who might need help gets it! I'd like to share the following message with you during this trying time in our community (click on the image below to view):

NEW: MDHHS provides State Emergency Relief to low-income residents who need home repairs because of flooding

LANSING, Mich. - Low-income residents affected by recent flooding in Michigan may be eligible for emergency relief assistance through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS).

The State Emergency Relief program provides immediate help to families and individuals facing conditions of extreme hardship or for emergencies that threaten health and safety. It is available to eligible residents that need help with home repairs necessary to correct unsafe conditions and restore essential services.

Applicants must be the owner or purchaser of the home and meet other eligibility requirements - including income limits - to qualify.

"Flooding can be devastating - especially to households that lack the resources to fix unsafe conditions that can affect their families," said Lewis Roubal, MDHHS chief deputy director for opportunity. "MDHHS is committed to assisting these families in paying for home repairs that are necessary due to flooding or other reasons."

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has issued a state of emergency in Wayne County in response to flooding. More flooding is possible in Michigan, with flood warnings in Kent, Barry and Clinton counties in place until Thursday.

The lifetime maximum amount of funds available for non-energy related home repairs is $1,500 per household. State Emergency Relief Program assistance is available for repairs not covered by homeowner's insurance for the basic house structure, hot water heater, septic/waste disposal system, doors/windows, extermination services, electrical, plumbing, roofs and wells.

To apply for State Emergency Relief, visit www.michigan.gov/MIBridges. Anyone who does not have internet access or needs assistance applying can contact their local MDHHS office. Or call 2-1-1 to be referred to other community resources.

Since Friday night, Wayne Metro Community Action Agency has been working alongside local leaders and organizations to support residents who experienced severe flooding due to the rain event of June 25th and 26th. Wayne Metro is able to dispatch PATH (Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness) Teams to help relocate residents to temporary, emergency housing while home clean up efforts take place.

The Agency is also accepting applications for emergency food and supplies, rent and utility assistance, along with property and income tax assistance. Additionally, Wayne Metro is also accepting applications for the Great Lakes Water Authority WRAP (Water Residential Assistance Program) that provides eligible residents of the GLWA service area with payment assistance and home water conservation services.

Call (313) 388-9799 or visit www.waynemetro.org/Programs to find out what programs you may be eligible for.

Never forget that throughout this or any other emergency, my (virtual) door is always open to you. Be sure to contact us if you have any questions or need further assistance, and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for other updates. 

Sincerely,

Rashida Tlaib
Member of Congress

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