Assistance
Economic stability and food security have a direct and often immediate, impact on well-being. This section provides resources and information on cash assistance, employment services, food assistance and community organizations offering help.
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Food Assistance
This section offers information on where to go for food assistance during the coronavirus pandemic. This includes support offered to students from their schools and colleges.
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Wildfire Assistance/Relief
Find application information for FEMA assistance, SBA, unemployment insurance and more.
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Education & Childcare
This section provides information on school districts, childcare and education resources to support learning during school closures, including links that support virtual learning (not inclusive of everything that is available). School districts will also be offering virtual learning or distance learning opportunities. Please contact your student’s school to determine their specific recommendations for study while sheltering at home.
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Health
Social connection is a driver of health and well-being, and should be a priority while we shelter at home. This section provides information on accessing mental health services, and tips for people of all ages on how to stay connected during the pandemic.
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Housing & Rental Assistance
Our health is shaped in the context of the social and built environments in our neighborhoods. This section provides information on access to transportation, safety, utilities and local and county housing resources that are specific to the COVID-19 response.
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Financial Assistance
This section provides resources and information on cash assistance and employment services such as unemployment insurance, paid sick leave, paid family sick leave, and disability insurance (SDI).
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CDTFA Tax and Fee Relief
Emergency tax or fee relief is available from the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) for taxpayers who have been directly affected by disasters declared as state of emergencies, both within California and nationally. Available services may include the extension of tax return due dates, relief of penalty and interest, or replacement copies of records lost due to disasters. Information regarding relief requests is also available in various languages.
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Resource Centers & Community Organizations
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Pets and Animals
Information for animal owners about staying healthy while caring for pets. Includes Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), health tips and resources for pet food, shelter, and medical care.
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Disaster Loss Webpage
You may deduct any President or Governor declared loss caused by a disaster you suffered in California. California law generally follows federal law regarding the treatment of losses incurred as a result of a casualty or a disaster.
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Disaster Loss - How to Claim a State Tax Deduction
For taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2014, and before January 1, 2024, taxpayers may deduct a disaster loss for any loss sustained in any city, county, or city and county in California that is proclaimed by the Governor to be in a state of emergency.
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FEMA Assistance: Funeral Expenses for COVID-19
Starting April 12, 2021, FEMA will officially begin accepting applications for funeral assistance for deaths that occurred as a result of COVID-19. The assistance will be offered similarly with normal funeral assistance claims following a natural disaster.
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Unemployment Benefits
People who are/were out of work due to the fires may be eligible for unemployment benefits.
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Property Loss Tax Relief
Property owners who suffered damages or property loss due to the LNU Fire Complex may qualify for property tax relief, property tax postponement, and other benefits. (707) 253-4467 or (707) 259-8740 or email at realproperty@countyofnapa.org
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Insurance Assistance
Insurance assistance in understanding policies, rebuilding questions. “United Policyholders (UP) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) whose mission is to be a trustworthy and useful information resource and a respected voice for consumers of all types of insurance in all 50 states. We don't take money from insurance companies. We give you the straight scoop. Guide you on buying insurance and navigating claims. Fight for your rights.” Please call (415) 393-9990 x103
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Legal Aid
Bay Area Legal Aid provides free legal services for low income and income qualifying seniors in the following areas: Housing, Domestic Violence, Immigration Relief, Public Benefits, Health Access, Consumer Rights, Senior Advocacy. Please contact at (800) 551-5554
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Wildfire Recovery FAQs
An FAQ library is available spanning from topics related to financial assistance programs to the rebuilding process.