CUYAHOGA COUNTY, OH — Cuyahoga County is working with partners from across the region to continue deploying millions of dollars through a Small Business Stabilization Fund to support small neighborhood-based businesses that have been impacted by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Due to the continuing need, the County has partnered with Cleveland Neighborhood Progress to launch … Continued
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today announced that Ohio Department of Health Director Stephanie McCloud signed a health order encouraging people to stay at home during specified hours unless they are working or engaged in an essential activity. “As COVID-19 continues to spread in Ohio, we need a stronger response to minimize the impact on … Continued
If your finances have been affected by COVID-19, you may qualify for utility bill assistance. Money is available to help residents affected by COVID-19 with utility bills like water, sewer, gas and electric. Relief is only available until December 31, 2020! Funding provided by Cuyahoga County. If your finances have been affected by COVID-19, you … Continued
COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) today announced the process for nonprofit organizations that serve low-income and at-risk Ohioans to apply for federal CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security) Act grants. Up to $25 million will be awarded. “Those who were in need prior to this pandemic are … Continued
The Ohio Department of Health has issued a revised health order to limit mass gatherings in Ohio. In order to minimize the spread of COVID-19 through airborne particles passing between people in close contact, wedding receptions, funeral repasts, and other events at banquet facilities are subject to the restrictions below. This order does not apply … Continued
The State of Ohio coronavirus web site now has a dashboard on which users can filter case data by zip code. Click here for a direct link to this resource.
(COLUMBUS, Ohio)— In a statewide address to Ohioans Wednesday evening, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine called on citizens to recommit to their individual efforts to prevent coronavirus spread as Ohio moves through its most intense, widespread, and dangerous surge of cases to date. Ohio is currently facing a record number of coronavirus-related hospitalizations and intensive care admissions, … Continued
Editor’s note: Below is the text of an open letter from Governor DeWine to the people of Ohio in the final days before the election calling for unity and renewed commitment to fighting the coronavirus. November 1, 2020 My Fellow Ohioans: On this Sunday before Election Day, I encourage you to vote if you have … Continued
CARES Act funds are available to low-income Ohioans impacted financially by the pandemic. Ohio households with an annual income at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines and who are behind on rent, mortgage, and water and/or sewer utility bill can apply for assistance to catch up on past payments back to April 1, … Continued
A program for rent and utility assistance is now available through a partnership between MyCom and the Cuyahoga County Board of Health. Qualified applicants who have been impacted by COVID-19 may receive up to $3,000.00. For more information on eligibility and to apply for assistance, click here.
