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Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Help for you and how to help (OK)

Tuesday, March 31, 2020

Coronavirus in Oklahoma: Help for you and how to help

"It's possible to help others, even if while you stay at home, and not just by sewing masks. And there is help available if you need it.

Legal aid

The folks at Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma want people to know that they are available to help low-income with problems created by the coronavirus.

Legal Aid offers help you if you have been denied for benefits such as unemployment, sick leave and food stamps. Legal Aid helps people keep their housing.

The organization can explain and help you decide if you are eligible. To apply for help, call 888-534-5243 or go to oklegalconnect.org. For legal information, check out oklaw.org.

How to help

We turn to the FEMA website for some suggestions about how you can help groups specifically working on the COVID-19 crisis..."

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