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Resources and Information Related to Common Questions:

Furloughed workers can review guidance about unemployment benefits here.

o The Department of Labor's website provides links to individual State offices.

o A list of Federal Identification Codes (FIC) needed for unemployment compensation applications can be found here.

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SNAP, WIC, Free & Reduced Price Lunch, and other food security benefits are still active but check USDA for updated information.

Public housing (Section 8) for most recipients should be paid through February.

Federal tax refunds are being accepted and processed as scheduled, beginning January 28th.

Medicaid, CHIP, Disability, and Social Security Benefits are not affected by the shutdown.

Benefits for Veterans through the VA are not affected by the shutdown

Financial Relief and Support from Companies

AT&T is providing flexible payment options for impacted customers to keep service including cellphones, television and internet running. Make payment arrangements online at .

 Bank of America is offering personalized financial assistance through its Client Assistance Program and can be reached at 844-219-0690.

Chase announced its efforts to help its customers who are U.S. government employees and is encouraging customers to call a special care line at 888-356-0023 to discuss available hardship programs.

Eli Lilly is offering support to customers struggling to afford insulin supplies during the shutdown due to lost wages. Customers can call the Lilly Diabetes Solution Center at 1-833-808-1234 to speak with a live representative or visit for information about patient assistance programs for other medicines.

FamilyWize offers Prescription Savings cards to anyone in the U.S. with or without insurance. The discount card will get you the lowest possible price on prescription medications at participating pharmacies including CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, and RiteAid. Learn more and download a card at .

Freedom Mortgage has created a team dedicated to supporting those no longer receiving paychecks due to the shutdown to help them avoid defaulting on a mortgage. Customers can visit or call Freedom Mortgage at 855-6905900.

Nationwide is providing grace periods, extending due dates, and waiving certain fees for several of their product lines including Life Insurance and Retirement Plans. Customers should contact Nationwide through their normal customer service lines for assistance.

Quicken Loans is waiving all late fees for clients who may miss a mortgage payment due to the shutdown. For help call (800) 508-0944 or email Help@

Sprint is offering payment options to qualified customers through its financial team to keep customers' services uninterrupted during the government shutdown. Impacted customers should call 888-2114727 or do an online chat at .

 T-Mobile is providing short-term account assistance for customers who are federal workers. Customers can call T-Mobile Customer Care to discuss options at 611 from a T-Mobile device or 877-746-0909 from any phone.

U.S. Bank is offering low-rate quick loan options for up to $6,000 to qualified federal government employees who are customers of any U.S. Bank product, including mortgage and auto loans and credit cards. Customers can access additional information and assistance via a designated shutdown line at 877-760-6046.

Verizon is offering flexible payment options and a "Promise to Pay" program for customers which can be set up in the My Verizon app or website, or available by calling 866-266-1445.

Wells Fargo is waiving fees for customers who have direct deposit from the federal government or at customers' requests for those that contact them and are impacted by the government shutdown. In addition, for customers who might need more time to make their payments, Wells Fargo has options for both short and long-term assistance based on the customer's situation. Reach out to customer service for your specific product, or call 1-800-TO-WELLS.

Support for Union and Credit Union Members

Union Plus offers an array of programs and services for union members who experience job loss, furloughs, and natural disasters. Some programs are only available to members who are already enrolled in certain Union Plus programs, other services are available to all union members.

Congressional Federal Credit Union is offering a relief line of credit, in some cases with a short-term zero-percent interest rate that increases to four percent after 60 days.

Democracy Federal Credit Union is offering a short-term emergency loan with 0% interest. Contact Democracy FCU Member Services at (800) 742-5582.

 Fed Choice Federal Credit Union has assistance information available at my-life/furloughcenter/

First Command Financial Services is offering its bank clients who are federal employees interest-free payroll advances and other assistance.

Launch Federal Credit Union is issuing a zero-percent interest rate for loans of up to $3,000 to federal government employees.

Meriwest Credit Union is offering a variety of hardship assistance programs for customers.

Navy Federal Credit Union is offering a zero-percent APR loan up to $6,000 during the government shutdown. The assistance is open to federal government employees and active duty members of the Coast Guard whose pay has been disrupted by the shutdown, and who have an established direct deposit account. You can register on the Navy Federal Credit Union website, in branches or by phone at (888) 8426328. Members impacted by the shutdown who don't meet the eligibility requirements should visit a branch or call to discuss their situation.

U.S. Employees Credit Union is providing interest-free loans to impacted members for 60 days, regardless of their credit score if they apply by January 15th at

Coast Central Credit Union-In an effort to assist federal employees

who are not getting paid due to the government shutdown, Coast Central has developed a Federal Employee Assistance Loan with a 0% offer to assist them during this time. Call 707-445-8801 ext. 365.

Northern Redwood Federal Credit Union has several different assistance programs. Members with existing loans can request up to two (2) need based deferments. New and existing members may also be eligible for a short term loan at 0% Annual Percentage Rate. Please contact the branch at (707)822-5902 for details and to see if you are eligible.

Resources for Federal Workers in Humboldt County

Humboldt Del Norte Central Labor Council Grocery Gift Cards $25 gift cards for the Arcata/Eurka Co-Ops are available for federal employees impacted by the shutdown. Gift cards can be obtained by contacting Cooperation Humboldt at 707-362-0333 or cooperationhumboldt@

Coast Central Credit Union Federal Employees Assistance Loan ? 0% Interest ? Term: 60 day maximum ? Loan Amount: Maximum up to one month's net pay verified by a pay stub or direct deposit. ? Credit: Minimum FICO score of 675.

An extension to the program may take place if the government shutdown continues past 60 days. For more information, please call our Member Support Center at (707) 445-8801 or (800) 974-9727.



Coast Guard Mutual Assistance Fund

Chief Petty Officer Association

List of Organizations participating in Local Relief Efforts Humboldt Del Norte Central Labor : (707) 758-8548 Cooperation Humboldt: (707) 362-0333 The Faith Center: (707) 442-1784 ext 217

Upcoming Events

The Central Labor Council will distributing food and gift cards to federal employees impacted by the government shutdown from 12 to 6.

Free yoga at Pali Yoga, Eureka Free movie tickets at Eureka Theater 50% off food/drink at Diver Bar and Grill, Eureka Free use of workshop and discounts at SCRAP, Arcata

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