Overview
Florida Legal Services has summarized information on state and federal help available to people affected by the COVID-19 crisis, including cash assistance, unemployment benefits, health benefits, and Florida’s recent eviction moratorium.
Please see their resources pages in English and Spanish for the most current information:
Florida Medicaid
The State of Florida has made changes to Florida Medicaid to help those affected by the COVID-19 crisis. The Florida Health Justice Project created flyers for new Florida Medicaid applicants and current recipients:
- Florida Medicaid Applicants: Know Your Rights During COVID-19 Emergency
- FAQ’s – Florida Medicaid Recipients: Know Your Rights During COVID-19 Emergency
COVID-19 and the American Workplace
On April 1, 2020, the U.S. Department of Labor announced new action regarding how American workers and employers will benefit from the protections and relief offered by the Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act and Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act, both part of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). Learn more about Employee Paid Leave Rights.